Cat Talk Radio

When Number Two Becomes Problem Number One
Your Cat's Litter Box Behavior Is Trying to Tell You Something
Description:
Is your cat pooping outside the litter box, straining in the litter box… or not going at all? Constipation in cats is more common—and more serious—than many cat guardians realize.
In this solo episode of Cat Talk Radio, Molly DeVoss breaks down everything you need to know about feline constipation, including the most common causes, subtle warning signs, and safe, effective ways to help your cat find relief.
You'll learn:
Why dehydration is the #1 cause of constipation in cats
How dry food contributes to chronic low-level dehydration
The early signs your cat may be constipated (before it becomes an emergency)
Safe remedies like pumpkin, fiber, hydration strategies, and more
Whether Omega-3 fatty acids actually help (and when they don't)
Constipation isn't just uncomfortable—it can lead to serious medical conditions if ignored. This episode will help you recognize the signs early and take action safely.

Why does your cat think 3 AM is the perfect time to wake you up?
If your cat walks across your face, yowls down the hallway, or taps your cheek in the middle of the night, you're not alone. In this episode of Cat Talk Radio, host Molly DeVoss explains why cats interrupt our sleep — and what you can do to finally get a full night's rest.
Cats are often described as crepuscular, meaning they're most active at dawn and dusk. But that doesn't mean they sleep peacefully all night. In fact, many of the nighttime wake-up calls come down to hunger, pent-up hunting energy, and routines that accidentally train cats to wake their humans.
In this episode, Molly breaks down the science behind feline feeding patterns, explains why feeding only two meals a day can make cats "hangry" overnight, and shares practical strategies that help both cats and humans sleep better.
You'll learn:
Why cats wake people up at night
How feeding schedules affect nighttime behavior
The "3 AM hunger gap" and how to solve it
Why cats release pent-up hunting energy while you sleep
How humans accidentally reinforce nighttime wake-ups
Practical strategies to help everyone get better sleep
If your cat thinks bedtime is party time, this episode will help restore peace to your nighttime routine.

Have you ever caught your cat staring at an empty wall… or launching into a full pounce over something you couldn't see, hear, or detect at all?
They aren't seeing ghosts — they're experiencing a completely different sensory world.
In this episode of Cat Talk Radio, Certified Cat Behavior Specialist Molly DeVoss explores how cats truly perceive their environment. From night vision and motion detection to high-frequency hearing, scent-driven emotional awareness, and even the possibility of subtle UV perception, you'll discover how dramatically different your cat's reality is from your own.
You'll also learn what we see that cats don't — including color differences, fine detail, and static imagery — and how these sensory contrasts influence behavior, enrichment, stress levels, and bonding.
If you want to better understand why your cat reacts the way they do, this episode will change how you look at your home — and your relationship — forever.

On this episode of Cat Talk Radio, Molly DeVoss explores the fascinating science behind cats' homing instincts. Inspired by the discovery that birds can "see" Earth's magnetic field using cryptochrome, Molly dives into whether humans or cats share this ability — and what actually helps cats navigate their world.
From cognitive maps and scent landscapes to path integration and acclimation for working cats, this episode uncovers the multi-modal navigation system that makes cats such remarkable orienters. If you've ever wondered how cats know where home is — or why relocation must be handled carefully — this deep dive will change how you see feline intelligence.

In this myth-busting episode of Cat Talk Radio, hosts Molly DeVoss and Dewey Vaughn dig into the science behind some of the most common misconceptions about cats.
Are cats really aloof? Do they need to roam outdoors to be happy? Is milk actually a treat — or a tummy ache waiting to happen?
Drawing on current research and real-world behavior experience, Molly and Dewey unpack where these myths came from, why they persist, and how believing them can impact our cats' welfare. You'll walk away with practical tips to better understand your cat's behavior and strengthen your bond — plus a whole new perspective on what your cat has been trying to tell you all along.