Stay ConnectedA podcast for owners who explore the world with their cats by walking them on a leash, biking while their cat rides in their backpacks, eating brunch with their cat at the local café & even traveling in a kayak with their cat.
We’ll be diving into the tips & tricks you can use, helping you find where to go, sharing war stories, celebrating the wins, laughing at the horror experiences & the funny moments that have been part of your journey.
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Many of us have a social media profile for our cats. Be it on Instagram, Facebook, Tik Tok, Reddit, Twitter - anywhere really. Tori is the brains behind Wear Wag Repeat. She's a pro when it comes to pets, blogging, social media and even podcasting. In this chat, Tori shares all about what social media to use, how to grow your accounts, how to get sponsored deals and so much more. What we talk about: About Wear Wag Repeat •Why people create social media accounts for their pets and what are the pros and cons •How to pick which social media platform to use •What to focus on with our pet's social media •Interesting content in 2020 •Where to post content •Where to post different types of videos •How to plan content for different types of social media •Converting content for different aspect ratios for different social media •What is Canva •What is Illustrator, Premier Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop & the rest of the Adobe Suite •Should we share about ourselves on our pet's social media •How to stay safe on social media •Sharing from your perspective on social media •How to stay safe when meeting people from social media •How to make your pet's social media successful •How to take photos that help make your social media successful •How to make your social media interactive •Apps to help with making your social media interesting •How to grow your account •Using Instagram Reels •Importance of engagement on social media •How to engage with people on social media •Being authentic on social media •Planning apps to use •How to plan your social media content •How to monetise your social media •What it means to be a brand ambassador •What it means to be a partner •Sponsored content on social media •How to get sponsored deals on social media •How to pick with brands to team up with •About media kits for brand deals •How to have a healthy relationship with social media •How to share your cat's progress mindfully on social media •Advice to people who are new to the world of pets and social media •Most entertaining story about social media •Who in the social media space inspires Tori •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger in the social media space To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support See the shownotes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/growing-your-cats-instagram-and-other-social-media-accounts-with-tori-mistick
Katrina is mum to Luna (@luna_misty_blue) a Russian Blue kitty who goes catexploring in the paradise that is Bermuda. We chat about how Katrina imported Luna into Bermuda from the UK, how Luna reacts to strangers while catexploring, travelling in the car, doing watersports with your cat and more! See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/helping-your-cat-react-to-strangers-while-catexploring-travelling-in-the-car-watersports-and-more-with-katrina-luna To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about: •How Luna entered Katrina's life •Importing Luna from London to Bermuda •Luna's flight to Bermuda •Using a pet courier •Catexploring Luna does •Handling strangers while catexploring •Helping Luna get used to strangers while catexploring •How to help Luna with strangers post COVID-19 •Helping Luna to travel in the car •Catexploring on the water •How Katrina trained Luna to go kayaking •How Luna started swimming •Training Luna to use the boogie board •Balancing whether to push Luna's limits while catexploring •Luna's allergic reaction while catexploring •Catexploring with family •Managing separation anxiety after spending time apart with your cat •Building the relationship back up after begin separated •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while catexploring •Catexplorers who inspire Katrina
Leili & Kevin are the founders of Supakit, but in a previous life worked in the wonderful world of videography - giving them the perfect insight into sharing how we can improve the videos we take of our cats while catexploring! This is Part 2 of our chat with Leili and Kevin They share how to take videos of your cat with your phone, how to keep your cat in focus while filming them and how to edit videos of your cat and what software to use. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/taking-videos-of-your-cat-with-leili-kevin-part-2-of-2 To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about •Using F-stops •Using your camera on your phone to change settings for video •Managing exposure when taking videos •Videography with phone cameras •Videography with Go-Pro •How to take videos of white cats or black cats •How to 'change' the background of your video while filming •Breaking the photography rules in videography •Sorting video files and how to edit them •Backing up files •Software for editing your videos •Creating interesting stories when editing a video •Where to go to learn more about videography •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while catexploring •Catexplorers that inspire Leili & Kevin •Gamechanger for Lola
Leili & Kevin are the founders of Supakit, but in a previous life worked in the wonderful world of videography - giving them the perfect insight into sharing how we can improve the videos we take of our cats while catexploring! They share how to take an interesting video of your cat and how to create a story with that video. We also chat about when to use a video or a photograph to capture a moment, what to do when your cat runs out of the video and how to avoid taking shaky videos. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/taking-videos-of-your-cat-with-leili-kevin-part-1-of-2 To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about •Leili & Kevin's videography experience •How Supakit started •What we should think about when taking a video of our cats •When should we take a video vs a photograph •How to create a story with video •How to approach videos vs photography •When to use/film certain types of videos where •Should you think about where you are going to use a video when filming it •Long form videos vs shorter videos •How to make a longer video of your cat •How to make a 'boring' cat shot interesting •How to take videos from your cat's perspective •How to edit your videos to create a story •What to do when your cat sprints out of the frame of the video •Using a wide angled lens when filming your cat •How to avoid shaky video •What is a wide angled lens •Shutter rate for filming videos on a DSLR •Challenges of using a DSLR for video and how to overcome them •How to hold your DSLR for video
Hear all about the world of cat agility. Yep, it's not only dogs that run through tunnels, weave through poles & jump through hoops. Cats can do it too. Tamara & Linus love doing cat agility. They share how you too can get started, and share some great tips about how to get started. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/agility-with-cats-with-tamara-linus-with-the-short-tail To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about •About Linus •About Linus' injury •Catexploring that Linus does •Challenges with regression of our cat's socialisation skills due to COVID-19 restrictions •About agility training •How to start agility training •Types of agility Linus does •Using clicker training for agility •Type of treats to use for agility and clicker training •How to find places to train your cat for agility •Equipment to use at home for cat agility •DIY set ups for agility •Distractions with agility •Catering to your cat •Advice for new catexplorers •Catexplorers that inspire Tamara & Linus •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger
A catexploring coaching call with Eunice and Meep. Meep is a relatively new catexplorer, who lives in an apartment and started catexploring in an urban area. Not only do we learn about Meep, we also share ideas on harness training, how to start catexploring if you live in an apartment, what to do on those bad days of catexploring and so much more. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/catexploring-coaching-call-for-new-catexplorers-in-urban-areas-with-eunice-meep To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about •About Meep •What is a cheeto cat? •Catexploring Meep does •Cats and fear of lifts •Importance of a safe space •Harness training Meep •Tips for harness training •How Meep started catexploring •How Meep reacts to people and dogs •How other cats react to people and dogs while catexploring and how to keep your cat safe •Places to start catexploring •Tailoring catexploring to your cat •Where to start catexploring in an urban area •Finding places to go catexploring close to home •Good days of catexploring •Bad days of catexploring •What to do when you're having a bad day of catexploring •Struggling to come home with catexploring •What to do if you are struggling to get your cat home from catexploring •Catexploring on your balcony •Setting up your balcony/courtyard for cats •Cats and their hunting instincts •Advice for new catexplorers •Product, service & program that has been a gamechanger
Emily & Maggie are mums to 2 cats, Ziggy & Charlie. Before Ziggy & Charlie came into their lives, they were also mums to Beverly. We chat about losing Beverly, commemorating her life, what they learned from Beverly, how they apply that to Ziggy & Charlie and how they recover from scary experiences while catexploring. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/catexploring-with-2-cats-recovering-from-scary-experiences-commemorating-your-cat-with-emily-maggie-ziggy-charlie To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about •About Ziggy & Charlie •About Beverly •How Beverly started catexploring •Differences in catexploring with Beverly compared to Ziggy & Charlie •Commemorating Beverly's passing •What Beverly taught Emily & Maggie •How Ziggy & Charlie differ from each other •Supporting Ziggy & Charlie's differences •Catexploring with Ziggy and Charlie •Harness training Ziggy & Charlie •Christmas with Ziggy & Charlie •Catexploring with a fast cat •Catexploring with 2 cats •Scary experience while catexploring •Recovering from the scary experience while catexploring •Training your cat to use verbal commands •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining situation while catexploring •Catexplorers that inspire Emily & Maggie •Product, service, or program that has been a gamechanger
Krista is mum to 2 blind catexplorers, Kira & Kahlil. Both were born in Cyprus and she flew with them to their home in Finland. We chat about that process, the realities of living with 2 blind cats and catexploring with them. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/adopting-blind-cats-across-europe-and-catexploring-with-them-with-krista-kira-and-kahlil To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about: •About Kira •Transporting Kira from Cypress to Finland •Moving a cat around the European Union •Flying with Kira •Escorting foster dogs on international flights •Managing poop incidents while flying •How Kira is blind •About Kahlil •Flying Kahlil internationally •Krista's other animals •What it is like having blind cats •Setting up your home for blind cats •Teaching blind cats about the heights in your home •Catexploring with Kira & Kahlil •How to choose which cats will be catexplorers •How Krista trained Kira & Kahlil to be catexplorers •The logistics of catexploring with 2 cats •What is different about catexploring with a blind cat •Catexploring off leash •Differences with Kira & Kahlil's catexploring styles •Balancing catexploring needs of 2 cats who prefer different things •Catexploring with all of Krista's animals •Camping with cats •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while catexploring •Catexplorers that inspire Krista •Product that has been a gamechanger •Training blind cats to use a cat wheel
Zafrina is mum to 2 cats - Kitty Mojito & Lynx. Kitty Mojito was adopted as a kitten while Lynx was 12 years old when he was adopted. We chat about adopted senior cats, the differences in training a catexplorer who is older, canoeing with cats, helping your cat get used to crowds and so much more. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/adopting-and-training-an-older-catexplorer-and-the-differences-in-training-a-kitten-vs-an-older-cat-with-zafrina-kitty-mojito-and-lynx To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •About Kitty Mojito •About Lynx •How Lynx was a 12 year old medical foster •How a medical foster works •What is great about adopting a senior cat •Why you should adopt a senior cat •How Kitty Mojito & Lynx get along •Introducing Kitty Mojito & Lynx •Challenges of following 'instructions' or steps in real life •Catexploring with Lynx & Kitty Mojito •Doing day to day catexploring •Canoeing with cats •Training your cat to go on a canoe •Kitty Mojito managing crowds of people •Training Kitty Mojito to be ok with crowds •Taking Kitty Mojito to festivals •Training an older cat to walk on a leash •The difference in catexploring with a younger cat and an older cat •Managing different cats' personalities while catexploring •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while catexploring •Product that has been a gamechanger
Gabrielle is mum to Munchkin, the cat & Cowboy, the dog. Munchkin is a catexplorer who goes kayaking, is a pro at doing tricks in front of a live audience & also donates blood for cats in need. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/cats-donating-blood-performing-tricks-on-live-tv-and-kayaking-with-cats-with-munchkin-gabrielle To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •How Munchkin found his way in Gabrielle's life •Having a bottle feeding kitten •Compassionate adoption •How often cats are abandoned at veterinary clinics •About Munchkin •Catexploring with Munchkin •Catexploring with a dog (Cowboy) •How Munchkin and Cowboy get along •Socialising Munchkin •Kayaking with Munchkin •Kayaking with a cat and a dog •How cats can donate blood •How your cat can donate blood too •How animal blood donations work •The blood donation screening process •Why blood donation is important for animals •How Gabrielle learned about clicker training •What Munchkin can do with clicker training •Using clicker training with catexploring •Being on TV with Munchkin •How Gabrielle made Munchkin comfortable with being on live TV •Advice for new catexplorers
JoAnn is mum to Ava, the cat & Patch, the dog. She is also a person of colour. We chat about introducing a cat and a dog, catexploring with them, the realities of catexploring as a person of colour, reacting to the comments you receive and redefining what normal means. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/catexploring-as-a-person-of-colour-with-a-cat-and-a-dog-joann-ava-patch To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •About Ava (cat) •Finding pet friendly rental properties •Managing cat allergies •Being a first time cat owner •About Patch (dog) •Introducing Patch & Ava •Ensuring that Patch & Ava get along •Training Patch •Catexploring with Patch and Ava •Importance of crate training •Being a person of colour while catexploring vs being a while person while catexploring •Reacting to the situations when people aren't nice about catexploring •Being calm and courteous in those situations •Managing gas lighting •Importance to learning about other's point of view •Experiences with learning about BIPOC •Breaking your normal •Feeling that catexploring wasn't normal initially and how to overcome that •Learning to not to care about what others think •Realising that people are curious and positive with catexploring •Realising that by catexploring, we're encouraging others to go catexploring •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while catexploring •Catexplorers that inspire JoAnn & Ava •Product & service that has been a gamechanger for JoAnn & Ava
Dylan is a kitty who goes catexploring with her dog brother, Ronan. We chat to their mum, Neen, about introducing them and creating a happy relationship between a cat and dog. We also dive into catexploring with both a cat and dog, particularly when you are camping, hiking, canoeing and even vanning. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/creating-a-happy-relationship-between-your-cat-and-dog-and-going-camping-canoeing-and-vanning-with-them-with-my-trail-buddy-dylan-ronan-neen To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •About Dylan, the cat •How Dylan (the cat) and Ronan (the dog get along) •Introducing Dylan and Ronan •Ronan's separation anxiety •Why Neen picked getting a cat instead of another dog to help Ronan's separation anxiety •How Neen helped Ronan's separation anxiety •Creating a safe space & crate training for Ronan •Reinforcing the boundaries between Dylan and Ronan •Catexploring Dylan does •How to go catexploring with a cat and dog •What the first camping trip with Dylan was like •Paddling to their first camping location •Canoeing with Dylan •Zoomies while camping •Camping with Dylan and Ronan •How Neen approaches camping differently now with experience with Dylan & Ronan •Why Neen chooses a paddle on site for camping with Dylan •What Neen takes for camping with Dylan •Kitty litter while camping •What Dylan learns from Ronan •How Dylan has become more confident •What to be consider when picking a tent for camping with a cat & dog •How Dylan & Ronan hang out while setting up a camp site •The first time Neen & Dylan went canoeing on their own •How Dylan comforted Neen when stressed on the canoe •Plans to van with Dylan and Ronan •Making the van cat & dog friendly •How to show your cat that an air bnb or hotel is home and safe •Helping Dylan adjust to life on the road •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while out and about with Dylan •Catexplorers that inspire Neen & Dylan
Wondered how to hold your cat in a way that doesn't freak them out? Or why our cats appear stressed when we scruff them? Or what behaviours you should train your cat (and how) for catexploring? Tabitha Kucera is an Elite Fear Free and Low Stress Handling Certified Registered Veterinary Technician. She is the owner of Chirrups and Chatter Cat and Dog Behaviour Consulting and Training in Cleveland, Ohio. Tabitha shares all about fear free handling methods that you can use. Why we shouldn't scruff our cats - and how we should restrain them. We also dive into how to train your cat to come when catexploring and even how to get them out of a sticky situation while you are out and about together. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/low-stress-ways-to-hold-your-cat-training-them-for-those-sticky-situations-while-catexploring-and-more-with-tabitha-kucera-from-chirrups-and-chatter To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •What does Fear Free mean? •How to create a fear free happy home •Why you shouldn't pet your cat while playing with them •How to help harness your cat's predatory instincts •Fear friendly, low stress handling of our cats •Why we shouldn't scruff our cats •Different ways to hold our cats that is low stress for our cats •How to restrain your cat (without scruffing them) if they get into 'trouble' while catexploring •Recall training for catexploring •What to do if your cat gets into a space that they shouldn't while you are catexploring •How to get your cranky or upset cat to safety (while catexploring) without restraining them •How to clicker and target stick train while catexploring •What to do if you see an off leash dog while catexploring •Low stress ways to give your cat medicine •Medication training your cat •Low stress ways to brush your cat's teeth •Using these techniques to help fear in older cats •Why we shouldn't throw our cats into situations they fear •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment about cat behaviour •Who inspires Tabitha in the cat space •Gamechanger for cat behaviour management
Gibson is a catexplorer who explores the urban jungle that is Toronto. On top of that, Gibson is such a pro with clicker training. We spoke to his mum, Sarah, all about training Gibson, catexploring in urban areas, using public transport & clicker training. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/urban-catexploring-training-your-cat-and-more-with-the-gibson-chronicles To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about: •How Gibson came into Sarah's life •How they realised Gibson was a catexplorer •About Gibson •Types of catexploring they do •How Gibson was trained to go catexploring in urban areas •How to find cat friendly indoor locations •Catexploring around people with cat allergies •How to go catexploring on public transport •Catexploring with other catexplorers •Cat meet up •How Sarah started to train Gibson to be a catexplorer •How their catexploring has evolved •Taking things slow and steady •Comparing your cat to Instagram cats •What makes your cat enjoy certain types of catexploring •The clicker training behaviours Gibson can do •How Gibson got started with clicker training •The basics of clicker training •Teaching Gibson non-verbal cues •Clicker training while catexploring •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while catexploring •Catexplorer that inspire Sarah and Gibson •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger for Gibson Catexplorer Podcast 50th episode giveaway details Win a Catexplorer mug AND beanie to keep you warm. Option 1: Leave a review for the Catexplorer Podcast (find out how to here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast) Screenshot your review Upload it to social media, tag Catexplorer (@catexplorer.community on Instagram, Catexplorer on Facebook, or post in the Catexplorer Community Facebook group) and use #catexplorerpodcast50 Option 2: Take a photo or video of you wearing or using your Catexplorer merchandise (hoodies, T-shirts, tanks etc). Special points if your cat is in the photo! Upload it to social media, tag Catexplorer (@catexplorer.community on Instagram, Catexplorer on Facebook, or post in the Catexplorer Community Facebook group) and use #catexplorerpodcast50 You can join in either way. Or you can even join in both ways and you will get double the entries. Have more than one piece of Catexplorer merchandise? Each post will be a separate entry. Giveaway closes at 5pm (Australian EST) on the 10th September 2020. Winner will be announced on social media on the 15th September 2020.
Fisher is a maine coon cat who loves being on water. He spends his time on boats, tubes, stand up paddleboards and with his humans, Lorraine & Finn. We asked Lorraine & Finn about how they trained Fisher to be comfortable on the water, how they take him on the boat and how they developed trust between themselves and Fisher. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/training-to-ride-on-a-boat-love-water-with-fisher-the-mainecoon To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a Catexplorer Podcast review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •How Fisher came into Lorraine & Finn's lives •About Fisher •Catexploring Fisher does •Managing human nerves with catexploring •Introducing Fisher to water •Developing trust with your cat •Understanding Fisher's limits •How Fisher learned to swim •Comfort on the water •Making sure you are confident while catexploring •Packing list for taking Fisher on the boat •Cat friendly sunscreen •Keeping Fisher cool while catexploring •Boat safety with Fisher •Fisher and his lifejacket •How to know floating devices are cat friendly •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment said while catexploring with Fisher •Catexplorer who inspire Finn & Lorraine •Product, service, program that has been a gamechanger for Fisher
Dr Kristyn Vitale is a researcher & educator in Animal Behavior, welfare & human-animal interaction. Kristyn has done some fascinating research looking at social behaviour between cats, the cat-human bond and so much more. We chat all about socialising your cat, what to do if you missed socialising them when they were kittens, how to manage separation anxiety, how to find what motivates your cat & the mistakes people make when fixing bad behaviours with their cats. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/ask-a-cat-behaviourist-socialising-cats-separation-anxiety-in-cats-fixing-bad-behaviours-finding-what-motivates-your-cat-with-dr-kristyn-vitale To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •What does it mean to socialise a cat? •Why is it important to socialise a cat? •How do you socialise a cat if you missed socialising them during their "kitten" stage? •How to make socialisation while catexploring easier •How cat socialisation classes work •How to find cat socialisation classes near you •How to socialise your cat if you don't have a kitten socialisation class near you •Socialisation of cats in their litter •Attachment behaviour in cats •How to help our cats manage separation anxiety •Including cats as a part of the family when big events happen •Thoughts on negative reinforcement and aversives •How to combat situations without using negative reinforcement •Positive reinforcement methods •How to find what motivates your cat •Cats are individuals •Mistakes people make with their cat's "bad" behaviour •Advice for new cat owners •Most entertaining comment about cat behaviour •Cat experts that inspire Kristyn •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger for Kristyn's cats
Ruffy is a tripod kitty who also has diabetes. But he doesn't let this slow him down. He loves hanging out at breweries with his humans, Jeanette and Chris. Jeanette & Chris share what it is like catexploring with a tripod kitty, managing Ruffy's diabetes and how they go catexporing at breweries. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/catexploring-at-breweries-with-a-tripod-kitty-who-has-diabetes-with-ruff-the-beer-cat To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about: •How Ruffy came into Jeanette & Chris' lives •About Ruffy's leg amputation •About Ruffy •The catexploring Ruffy does •How Ruffy visits breweries •How to find cat friendly breweries •Harness training & catexploring with Ruffy as he is a tripod •What it is like living with a tripod cat •How Ruffy reacted to becoming a tripod •Ruffy's diabetes diagnosis •How Jeanette & Chris manage Ruffy's diabetes •Catexploring & Ruffy's diabetes •Treating Ruffy's diabetes •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment heard while catexploring •Catexplorer that inspire Ruffy •Product that has been a gamechanger
Most of the time, Yuki goes catexploring with her Bengal cat, Eubie. But she also has 2 other cats, Tomoya & Hajime. And usually, she is fostering a few cats too. Yuki shares about her catexploring journey, the importance of looking after our cats' dental health (and how), fostering cats, keeping cats entertained & about cat food. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/catering-to-different-cats-personalities-while-catexploring-fostering-cats-dental-health-and-cat-food-with-yuki-from-tomonhajime To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about: •The cats living with Yuki when we recorded the episode •Using food motivation while catexploring •How Yuki finds paths to go catexploring on •The realities of catexploring on coastal paths •Catexploring with different cats & catering to their personalities •Yuki's cats' dental journey •Importance of dental health checks •How to pick up if your cat may have dental health concerns •How to keep your cat's teeth healthy •Why it is important to foster cats •How to keep 5 cats entertained •Interactive toys and food puzzles •Advice for people who are thinking about fostering cats •How to find a foster agency to work with & what to look out for •What to look for when purchasing commercial pet food •Making raw food for your cats •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while catexploring •Catexplorers that inspire Yuki •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger
Mac is a cat who has done so much catexploring already. Her humans, Geraldine & Patrick share how they trained Mac. The challenges they have had with camping and how they camp with Mac now. And how they fly on a plan with her. We also dive into how to start catexploring with your cat. See the shownotes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/camping-flying-in-a-plane-and-learning-how-to-be-a-catexplorer-with-mac-fab-cat To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about: •How Mac came into Geraldine & Patrick's lives •All about Mac •Why Patrick decided to be a cat dad after initially resisting •The catexploring Mac does •Why Mac became a catexplorer •How Mac was trained to be a catexplorer •Mac daily catexploring routine •What happens when Mac doesn't follow routine •Flying on a plane with Mac •What it was like to fly with Mac for the first time •What it is like to fly with Mac now •How Patrick & Geraldine prepare Mac for flying now •What they take when they fly with Mac •Finding pet friendly taxis/Ubers •What it was like to camp with Mac the first time •How Geraldine & Patrick now go camping with Mac •Zoomies while camping? •Staying somewhere overnight with Mac •Litter box while camping •Future catexploring goals •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment heard while catexploring •Catexplorers that inspire Mac, Geraldine & Patrick •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger for Mac
Dr Mikel Maria Delgado, is a Certified Applied Animal Behaviourist. Dr Mikel's research focuses on behaviour of cats in multi-cat households and the development of neonatal kittens. She has worked with cats for over 20 years and co-authored the book "Total Cat Mojo" with Jackson Galaxy. Dr Mikel shares how to read your cat's body language, what to do if your cat is meowing at the door, managing aggression in cats and so much more. See the shownotes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/ask-a-cat-behaviourist-reading-cat-body-language-managing-aggression-in-cats-and-meowing-at-the-door-with-dr-mikel-maria-delgado To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about: •Mikel's journey to becoming a cat behaviourist •How to read your cat's body language •Mikel's catexploring journey •What to do if your cat is meowing at the door •How to manage aggression in our cats •How to introduce cats into a household with cats •How different cats have different drivers and interests •How to enrich our cat's indoor environments •Advice for new cat owners •Most entertaining comment heard about cat behaviour •Cat experts that inspire Mikel •Gamechangers for cats
Bodhi is an advanced catexplorer, who hikes, cycles, skis and relaxes on the water of the Candian Rockies. His mum, Michelle, shares how she trained Bodhi, the challenges they faced and how they overcame them. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/catexploring-through-the-canadian-rockies-with-bodhi To support Catexplorer & join the Catexplorer Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about: •How Michelle started catexploring •About Bugaboo & how Michelle trained him •How Michelle trained Bodhi •Catexploring in open spaces •How Michelle has encouraged Bodhi to follow •How Bodhi travels on the bicycle •How Michelle & Bodhi go skiing together •How Bodhi started swimming •Transitioning back to catexploring after not doing it for too long •Advice for new catexplorers •Funniest comment heard while catexploring •Catexplorers that inspire Michelle •Gamechanger for Bodhi and Bugaboo
The Catexplorer team shares a few ideas on how you can keep catexploring while social isolating. We also share a few ideas on how to keep your kitties happy during this time. And hear what has been happening behind the scenes at Catexplorer. And we have an announcement! To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To find out how to join the Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/catexploring-keeping-cats-happy-during-covid-19 What we talk about: •How cats have been handling the time during COVID-19 •How to keep kitties happy during this time •How to keep catexploring during this time •What has been happening behind the scenes at Catexplorer •How amazing the Catexplorer community has been during this time •An announcement! •What Catexplorer has planned for the future
Zeddie has appeared in multiple commercials and TV shows, including American Gods. Her mum, Kristin shares what it takes to be a commercial and TV cat and what it really means to work on a set with your cat. We learn how to keep your kitty focused and the challenges you face. See the shownotes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/cats-in-showbiz-with-zeddie-kristin To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast To join the Purr Squad or Catexplorer Producers see here: https://catexplorer.co/support What we talk about •How Zeddie came into Kristin's life •About Zeddie •The type of catexploring Zeddie does •How Zeddie trained to be a catexplorer •The kind of TV & commercial work Zeddie has done •How Zeddie got involved in TV & commercial work •How Zeddie gets casted •What it was like filming American Gods •How Zeddie stays focused on set •Tricks and behaviours Zeddie uses in TV and commercial work •Zeddie & confidence •Managing expectations with a film crew •How Kristin stays calm on set •What it is like filming a commercial •How to find a second handler •What to take with you on a shoot •How Zeddie rides a skateboard •One piece of advice for catexplorers •Most entertaining comment heard while out and about with Zeddie •Catexplorers that inspire Zeddie and Kristin •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger for Zeddie
We ask Dr Evan Shaw your questions about cat health. Should we be feeding our cats more when we go catexploring? What about raw food? What about keeping your young kitten from attacking your older cat? Red flags we should keep an eye on our cats. We dive into flea and tick prevention in our cats. And so much more. To find out how to join the Purr Squad or become a Catexplorer Producer, see here: https://catexplorer.co/support To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •Is it important to switch around your cat's food so that they get all the nutrients they need? •Should we give our cats more food on the days we go catexploring? •How to understand how much food you should be giving your kitty when treating them. •Dr Evan's thoughts on raw feeding •How to know if your cat is getting enough water •How to give your cat water •How to stop a younger kitten from attacking an older cat •Why your cat may want to hide outside in the rain even though they can hide inside •Red flags we should keep an eye out for to take our cats to the vet •Panting in cats •The most common reasons for emergency vet visits for cats •What are Dr Evan's thoughts on catexploring and can it have any downsides? •Dangers that people should be aware of while catexploring •Things we should keep an eye out for while catexploring in regards to fleas and ticks •Remembering your monthly flea and tick prevention treatment •How to check your cat for ticks •Cat behaviour that can indicate that your cat has fleas or ticks •Advice for new cat owners •Most entertaining comment heard as a vet •What cats inspire Dr Evan •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger for Dr Evan See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/ask-a-vet-dr-evan-shaw
Amun & Johnny are 2 cats who wear diapers AND they go catexploring. They really don't let their special needs hold them back. We hear about the realities of looking after special needs cats, how to travel with them and so much more. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/adventures-in-diaperland-catexploring-with-special-needs-kitties-in-diapers To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast Join the Catexplorer Community Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/catexplorer.community/ What we talk about •About Vanessa's 4 cats •How Vanessa's cats came into her life •What the dynamic is like with 4 cats •About Amun & Johnny's special needs and the impact on their lives •Training cats to wear diapers •About the diapers they wear •Setting up your home to accommodate for a kitty who wears diapers •How Vanessa goes catexploring with her cats •The logistics of catexploring with 3 cats •How Vanessa trained her kitties to follow verbal commands •Harness training special needs cats •How Amun learned how to swim •How Vanessa goes catexploring on/in their bus •How they fit out their bus to live in it •How they made the bus cat friendly •How the cats adjusted to the bus •Where they travelled to on the bus •How Vanessa stays stocked up on kitty essentials while travelling •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while catexploring •Catexplorers that inspire Vanessa •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger
Stacy Lebaron is the host of the Community Cats Podcast. We learn all about what community cats are, how we can help them and the support available to help community cats. Join the Catexplorer Community Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/catexplorer.community/ See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-help-your-community-cats-with-stacy-lebaron To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •How Stacy became a cat person •How Stacy became involved in animal rescue •What is a community cat? •What is a colony of cats? •Why is it best to trap neuter and return? •How to trap a cat •How to find out if a cat is being looked after by anyone •How to find a cat organisation to work with •Other terms for TNR etc •Cats vs kittens •Finding people to help you with community cats in your area •The Catmobile •About the Community Cats Podcast •How can we each help community cats? •How to find a reputable organisation to work with •How to manage attachment to the cats you work with •Resources to help community cats •Community Cats Grant program •Advice for people who are new to helping community cats •Most entertaining comment about community cats •Who in the community cats space inspires Stacy •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger for Stacy
Jackson Galaxy (aka The Cat Daddy) is the host of My Cat from Hell, a 2 times New York bestselling author and an all-round advocate for cats. He shares his thoughts on the fundamentals of training our cats, exploring with them and the impact of seeing cats through dog coloured glasses. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/training-your-cat-with-jackson-galaxy To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast Join the Catexplorer Community Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/catexplorer.community/ What we talk about: •What is Cat Mojo & Raw Cat [2.33] •Difference between a cat cave vs a cacoon [3.43] •How to tell if your cat is using their backpack or stroller as a cave or a cacoon [5.54] •How to use the challenge line to help our cats if something scary happens during catexploring [7.19] •Helping our cats through trauma [9.46] •How to try new catexploring activities [11.12] •How to recognise a healthy challenge vs a stressful challenge [14.02] •How to tell if our cats are enjoying themselves [17.48] •How humans can move our own internal challenge line to help our cats [19.05] •What to do if your cat is too confident while catexploring [21.10] •Managing separation anxiety in cats [24.38] •How to calm our cats down when they become stressed [30.41] •Is there a thing as too much enrichment [33.35] •Looking at cats through dog coloured glasses [36.41] •Jackson's thoughts on the catexploring movement [39.36]
Nina is a blind cat who approaches each day with so much joy. She goes catexploring at the markets and in the forest. We ask her mum, Julia, about how to train a blind cat, How to adapt your home for a blind cat. We also learn about fostering neonatal & differently abled cats. See the shownotes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/bringing-joy-catexploring-with-nina-the-blind-cat To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast Join the Catexplorer Community Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/catexplorer.community/ What we talk about •How Nina came into Julia's life [1.52] •About Nina's brother, Edward, and his brain injury [3.40] •About Nina [4.33] •About Nina's other siblings [6.35] •Changes required at home to live with a blind cat [11.06] •We don't need to pity differently abled pets [13.20] •Nina's eye condition [17.20] •Types of catexploring Nina does [19.29] •How Nina was trained to be a catexplorer [20.00] •The differences when training a blind cat [24.22] •Different ways Julia enriches her other cats' lives, who don't enjoy catexploring [27.44] •How Julia started fostering cats [29.40] •Training for fostering cats [34.44] •How Julia picked the rescue she works with [36.18] •Advice for new catexplorers [41.08] •Most entertaining comment heard while out and about with Nina [42.40] •Catexplorers that inspire Julia [44.13] •Product, service or program that has been a game changer for Nina [44.42]
Maverick is a cat who loves RVing with his mum, Barbara. Hear about how Barbara has made their camper home cat friendly, how they choose cat friendly locations and the realities of traveling on a home on wheels with your cat. To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast Join the Catexplorer Community Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/catexplorer.community/ See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-travel-in-a-rv-with-your-cat-maverick-tux What we talk about •How Maverick came into Barbara's life [3.00] •About Maverick [5.08] •The types of catexploring Maverick & Barbara do [6.06] •How Maverick was harness & leash trained [7.06] •What is it like to RV with a cat [8.13] •The places Maverick & Barbara visit and how they make sure they are cat friendly [10.40] •How to make a RV cat friendly [11.26] •How Maverick was toilet trained [12.38] •How Barbara leaves Maverick in the RV by himself [16.55] •The routines Barbara & Maverick have when they reach a new place with their RV [19.16] •How Barbara decides if a location is safe for Maverick [20.26] •How Barbara finds out if a location is cat friendly [21.29] •Scary experiences while catexploring [27.25] •The time Maverick was stuck in a tree [37.33] •Advice for new catexplorers [40.54] •Most entertaining comment while out and about [41.36] •Catexplorers that inspire Maverick & Barbara [43.08] •Gamechangers for Maverick [44.22]
Simon is a super adventurous kitty. He goes backpacking, hiking, white water rafting, biking and more with his cat dad JJ. Hear how Simon was trained, the amazing things he does and so much more. What we talk about: •How Simon came into JJ's life [2.17] •About Simon [5.28] •The types of catexploring Simon & JJ do [7.01] •Why Simon goes catexploring [7.08] •How Simon was trained to be a catexplorer [9.39] •How Simon does water sports [11.52] •Whitewater rafting with Simon & Simon's safety [13.16] •Camping with Simon and the set up JJ & Simon have [15.39] •Food Simon eats at home and while catexploring [18.17] •How JJ keeps Simon hydrated [23.03] •How JJ helps Simon be comfortable with new catexploring experiences [25.38] •How Simon goes catexploring off leash and what JJ thinks about before letting Simon off leash [27.00] •How JJ balances Simon while snowboarding and biking with him [30.00] •How JJ & Simon are careful about animals of prey [32.00] •How JJ helps Simon get comfortable in new places [35.20] •How JJ manages guilt when travelling without Simon [36.30] •Petsitters [39.00] •A scary catexploring experience and how JJ managed it [40.21] •Advice for new catexplorers [45.24] •Most entertaining comments someone has said about Simon [49.20] •Catexplorers that inspire JJ & Simon [50.29] •Product, service or program that has been a game changer for Simon [51.51] •Where to find JJ & Simon online [53.28] See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/catexploring-with-backpacking-kitty-simon-and-jj-yosh To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast This episode is sponsored by Wee Kitty Eco Plant Litter by Rufus & Coco. Head to https://www.weekittylitter.com.au/products/wee-kitty-eco-plant-clumping-litter to find a store near and for your chance to win a year's supply of kitty litter!
Happy new year! We're jumping in your ears with mid-break bite-sized episode. Here is an update about what Catexplorer is doing to help the Australian Bushfire relief, what we have planned for 2020 and to share the meaning behind some of the Aussie slang that we accidentally use on this podcast. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/mid-break-update-from-catexplorer-january-2020 What we talk about •Update on what Catexplorer is doing to help with the Australian bushfire relief •Update on what Catexplorer has in store for you in 2020 •Explaining some Aussie slang How to leave a review To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast
We don't want to think about our cats getting injured, but the reality is that they are like athletes. We chat to Dr Matt Breeds from Animal Rehab Klinik to understand how to prevent our cats from getting injured. We also dive into the different non-surgical rehab treatment methods that are available for our cats. See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/preventing-your-cat-injuring-themselves-and-how-to-treat-them-if-they-do-get-injured-with-dr-matt-breeds-from-animal-rehab-klinik To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •Most common injuries we see in cats and dogs •How to tell if a cat has an injury •The first thing they do when an injured animal goes into their clinic •How they diagnose an animal •How the encourage an animal to go through the tests •Options that are available to rehabilitate your pet •What is the rehab treadmill? •What is Class 4 laser therapy? •Causes of torn cruciate •How to prevent injuries •What is post-surgery rehab? •What is prehab? •Preventative rehab •Story about a cat Matt treated •Using positive reinforcement in treatment •Sunday's story •Advice for preventative methods to improve your cat's quality of life •Most entertaining comment someone has said about animal rehab •Hopes for the future of animal rehab
Majority of the interactions we have about catexploring are positive. People are happy to see us, they're curious about how to train their cat & sometimes they're just so excited to see a cat out and about. But there are those not so great moments. Like when we encounter an off leash dog whose owner may not be keen to leash their dog, or someone says a snide comment to us or when people don't listen to our wishes when interacting with our cat while we're out and about. On this episode we chat about all those not so great scenarios and what to say when they happen. How to leave a review To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast Facebook Group Join the Catexplorer Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/catexplorer.community/ See the show notes here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/what-to-say-when-people-arent-nice-to-you-about-catexploring-with-amanda-semenoff What we talk about •What to do if a human catexplorer has asked a dog owner to leash a dog but they have refused. •What to do when and off leash dog has approached you and is excited/aggressive •Practising the terms to say when we are panicked •What to say when people say that "what did you expect? You bought your cat out here" •What to say if a dog (who loves cats) approaches your cat who does not like dogs. •How to stay calm in scary situations •What to say if people put their hand in your cat's backpack or stroller, even when asked not to •How to manage sneaky photos and snide comments from others while catexploring •What to say when people say "you shouldn't have a cat out here" •What to say when people say "you're being cruel to your cat" •What to say when people say "Does that person have no friends" •What to do when people are offended that you walk your cat or ask you to leave. •What to say if you get asked "why don't you get a dog like a normal person?" •What to do if people approach you because your cat is being very vocal. •What to do if people approach you while your cat is having a temper tantrum. •How to respond to not so nice comments on social media.
Yoda is a cat who has travelled to more than 6 countries. We asked his parents how they travelled with him, planned it all and even what to think about when your cat is travelling in the cargo and the cabin on a plane. We also chat about how to be cat parents in an environmentally friendly manner. See the show notes & trascript here. To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast What we talk about •How Yoda came into Paul & Bri's lives •About Yoda •Types of catexploring Yoda does •Where Yoda has lived •Difference in pet culture in different countries •Finding cat supplies in Nepal •Pet culture in Europe •Finding cat food in new places •What to think about travelling internationally with a cat •How to decide whether to take your cat internationally •What to think about when booking a flight with your cat •How to pick a flight when travelling with your cat •What to research when looking to travel to a country with your cat •Vaccinations and International Health Certificate •How to book your cat onto a flight •How to take your cat on a flight when they are flying in the cargo hold •How to fly with your cat in cabin •Going through security with your cat •Private screening rooms in the USA for TSA checks •Things you need for your cat when they are flying in cargo •Things you need for your cat when they are flying in the cabin with you •Eco friendly cat care •Eco friendly kitty litter •Eco friendly cat food •Eco friendly cat toys •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment •What catexplorers inspire you •Products that have been gamechangers
Gary is a cat who adventures through the Candian Rockies, from hiking through snow to relaxing in a kayak to posing with helicopters. On top of that, he also has part of a hip missing. Funnily enough, his dog brother Duke has the same condition. We learn how they go exploring together. See the show notes here. What we talk about •How Gary came into James' life •The type of catexploring Gary does •The kayak Gary uses •Plan to go skiing with Gary •Gary's hip injury & recovery •Gary's injury vs Duke's injury •James becoming a pet parent •They type of catexploring Carl does •How they go catexploring with both Gary & Duke •Most memorable catexploring experience •Gary with helicopters •How Gary stays warm in winter while catexploring •How Gary stays cool in summer •Whether Gary wears boots •Any types of catexploring that Gary doesn't do in winter •How to know what areas aren't safe in winter •Avalanche safety •The cold weather and Gary & Duke's hip injury •Catexploring James would like to try in the future •Understanding Gary & Carl's limits •How Gary was trained to be a catexplorer •How Gary got used to travelling in the car •How Gary has grown in confidence because of catexploring •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment •Catexplorers that inspire Gary
We chat about how Jack became a hiking kitty & the training involved. We also dive into fostering cats, why it's important and how we can do it too. See the show notes here. To find out how to review the Catexplorer Podcast, see here. What we talk about •How Jack came into their lives •How to pick a cat who is likely to be a catexplorer •What Jack is like •Types of catexploring Jack does •How Jack was harness trained •How Jack started hiking •Using 2 leashes for Jack •The realities of catexploring - the not so great days •About Jack's brother Oliver •Why fostering cats is important •How Morgan started fostering cats •The skills need to foster cats •Misconceptions of fostering cats •Tips for fostering cats •Number of cats in Morgan's household •How Jack & Oliver interact with the fosters •How to prepare your cats for fosters •How to introduce your cats to your foster cats •Morgan's advice for people who want to start fostering cats but haven't started yet •Landlords and fostering cats •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while out and about with Jack •Product, service or program that has been a game-changer for Jack
Emmylou is a cat who is a natural on the water, be it in a raft, in a kayak and even a stand up paddleboard. Her mum Annie, shares just how Emmylou learned to go on the water as well as how she goes catexploring with her dog siblings. We also dive into how to enrich your cat's life while they are indoors. Don't forget to leave a review for the Catexplorer Podcast by the 25th November 2019 to go in the draw to win a Give Your Cat the World hoodie. Send a screenshot to Catexplorer via a direct message on Instagram or email it to heythere@catexplorer.co. To find out how to leave a review see here: https://catexplorer.co/podcast-entries/how-to-leave-a-review-for-the-catexplorer-podcast See the show notes here. What we talk about •How Emmylou came into Annie's life •How Emmylou trained to be a catexplorer •Types of catexploring Emmylou does •Things that have surprised Annie about catexploring •How amazing the Catexplorer community is and making friends on Instagram/in real life •How catexploring gets the humans out of their comfort zone too •Recall training Emmylou •Cat backpack training •Emmylou's dog siblings •Introducing a dog sibling to your cat •Catexploring with Emmylou and her dog siblings •How to go on a stand up paddle board and kayak with your cat •Tools to use when taking your cat out on the water •Rafting with your cat •Things to think about when going rafting with your cat •How to plan to go catexploring •The realities of catexploring •How dog siblings feel about the 'restrictions' of catexploring •How Emmylou became comfortable around waterfalls •Off leash dogs •Why you should keep your cat indoors •The negatives of keeping your cat indoors •How to keep your cat happy indoors •Cat catios •Clicker training your cat •Making Emmylou's cat tree & catio •Advice for new catexplorers •Most entertaining comment while out and about with Emmylou •Catexplorers that inspire Annie •Product, service or program that has been a gamechanger for Emmylou See the competition T&Cs here.
Ever wondered how to train your cat is they aren't motivated by treats? Or whether you can train your older cat? Or what to do about kitty litter while you are out & about with your cat? Or perhaps, you're wondering how to start catexploring. We chat with Julie from Cat School and answer the most common questions we get asked about catexploring and training cats. What we chat about: •How to train your cat if they aren't food motivated •Types of treats to use for cat training & where to find them •How many treats to use per training session •How to reduce the number of treats you use per training session •Can you train kittens? •What to focus on when training kittens •Can you train older cats? •Can you train more than one trick per session? •How to train your cat to go outside •What to do if your cat is terrified about going outside •How to train your cat to go outside, based on where you live •Getting a safe zone for your cat while exploring •How to start catexploring •How to harness train your cat •How to pick a harness •What are the limits of catexploring? •Are you still catexploring if you are in your backyard? •How to get your cat used to busy streets •How to keep your cat cool and hydrated in summer •What to do if your cat is scared of new experiences •What do you do for kitty litter while catexploring? •What do you do or say if people stare at you while out and about with your cat? •What to do if you see an off leash dog while catexploring For show notes see here.
Tora travels across the US with her 2 humans, in a truck! Hear how Tora was trained to travel in the truck and go catexploring and what it really is like to go trucking with a cat. See the show notes here.
Adventurous catexplorers are very active. They go hiking, kayaking and so much more. But when they injure themselves, how do we treat them? That's exactly what Wiley's mums faced when she hurt her leg from a fall at home. Wiley went through physical therapy and has come out the other side, and is back to hiking, camping & being a pro catexplorer. See more
To celebrate Catexplorer's 1st Birthday, Hasara & Daniel answer your questions about Catexplorer, share the inspiration behind Catexplorer, their experiences with catexploring and a little about themselves and their cats, Lumos & Noxie. See more
Nathan the beach cat needs no introduction. She & her sister Winnie are known worldwide as cats who love going to the beach. We chat about how they started swimming, finding a beach to go catexploring at, hiking with cats and the types of adventures they would love to try in the future. See more
Find out how to find cat friendly places to take your cat as well as accommodation with Carla from Pet Friendly Australia. See more
Hear how Leon the cat goes hiking, camping, SUping and how he learned to do it all. We also chat about Leon's amazing DIY catio. See more
Learn all about how to look after your cat's dental & skin health. Learn how to prevent fleas and ticks, treat feline acne, allergies, gingivitis, snake bites, what you should include in your first aid kit for your kitty and even how to treat cats with PTSD. See more
Learn how to start catexploring with maplethemews. Find out where to begin and how to understand your cat's boundaries. See more
Did you know that you can take your cat on a boat? Rigby shows that you. Actually she not only goes on a boat, she also lives on a boat. Hear how you can train your cat to go on a boat with you and the safety steps to take. See more
O.G. is an amazing hiking cat who loves travelling in the car. We chat with his humans about training O.G., taking a cat camping and introducing a dog sibling into the family. See more
Anneke van den Broek is the founder of the pet brand Rufus & Coco. She is also one of Australia's 50 most influential female entrepreneurs. In this wide ranging conversation, she shares her tops on how we can protect our cats in the outdoors, how to find cat friendly rental properties and how to groom your cat. See more
Russ is a kitty who has travelled through 17 states of the US and also been overseas. Russ' mum, Kat, shares her tips on how to fly in a plane with your cat, how to go on a road trip with your cat, find cat friendly locations and how to pack when travelling with a cat. See more
The sad reality is that our pets will not be here forever. At some point will have to grieve for them. We talk about how to grieve for our pets, the steps that may help us and how to support our friends and family (online and in real life) when they are grieving for their pets. See more
It's amazing when a mid-life crisis results in something beautiful. This is exactly what happened to Rich, who packed up his life to van around Australia with his cat, Willow. Rich shares how he did this, the amazing experiences he has had and the lessons he has learned (that you can use!) See more
Clara Lee has already achieved so much. She set up the Hopkins Belize Humane Society, which has been instrumental in not only spaying & neutering animals in Belize, but also educating the locals about animal health and welfare. She is also an inspiring human being, who has found a beautiful way to grieve her late husband - by training her cat to be a therapy cat, to comfort others who are in the same position as her late husband. In this episode, Clara Lee shares about her amazing journey and experiences and her thought process. See more
We have lost track of the number of times Mike & Lily have been mentioned on the Catexplorer Podcast. Their mum, Stephanie, shares how they started catexploring at an older age, how they try new things like kayaking, SUPing, hiking and so much more. They show us that older kitties can learn new tricks - even the ones that some humans can't do. See more
Sometimes, we bring our kitties into our lives to save them. But then they save us. That is exactly what Monk & Bean did for their mum, Nicole. Monk is known as a vampire cat and Bean is a cuddly kitty. When you dig deeper you hear about the amazing impact they have had on their mum. They have helped her managed her depression. And she in turn entertains us with their antics and personalities. See more
Find out where you can take your cat on a leash in an urban environment. Julie from Cats Going Places shares the shops & cafes that she takes her cat to, and how she finds cat friendly shops and cafes. She also takes us through her checklist on the stores she visits with her cat. We also chat about handling interactions with dogs as well as people and your cat while out and about. See more
Raw cat food can seem really confusing, especially when you want to make it at home. Eileen & Mallory from Wildernesscat shares why we should consider feeding our cats raw, and how we can easily make it at home. They speak about the commercial cat food options and how you can make it all on your own. And they highlight that raw feeding your cat is not hard - it is actually easy! See more
Learn some techniques on how to improve your photography skills, especially when photographing your cat. We hear about some simple techniques that can help compose that amazing photo and how to utilise the technology you have at home to get that perfect picture of your kitty. See more
Sushi's Mums share how he explores New York and the cat friendly locations and accommodation he goes to. We learn how they trained him to ride in his stroller, the challenges they have had and how they overcome them and we laugh at the funny moments like when he was mistaken for a dog! See more
This is a story about overcoming adversity and the amazing roles our animals play in our lives. As a veteran, Stephen learnt to manage his Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) using Adventure Therapy. Hear how his service dog, Puppi, helped him manage is PTSD and how his cat Burma helped him see the positives in life. An inspiring story that continually left us speechless and in awe. See more
Listen to all the challenges Roxy has faced while learning to walk on a leash and how she overcame them to be the catexplorer she is today. We also learn about how each of us can play a part in changing other kitties' lives for the better. See more
Julie from Cat School takes us through how training your cat will help enrich their lives. We learn about different training techniques like clicker training, and how to use these while walking our cats on a harness and leash. See more
Wobbly cat syndrome (otherwise known as cerebellar hypoplasia) and FIV doesn't mean a cat can't enjoy life. Sophie shows that having CH actually makes her an amazing candidate to be a cat who walks on a leash. Sassy lives an incredible life with FIV. Sophie & Sassy are just 2 members of the Kitty Cat Chronicles team. Listen to how the gang goes exploring on hikes, in boats, in cars and even in planes. See more
A podcast for owners who explore the world with their cats by walking them on a leash, biking while their cat rides in their pet backpacks, eating brunch with their cat at the local café & even travelling in a kayak with their cat. Each episode we chat with an amazing catexplorers like Burma AdventureCat, Roxythe_kitty & Hunky Sushi and some incredible experts like Cat School & Furry Muchkins Pet Photography. We'll be diving into the tips & tricks you can use, help you find where to go, share their war stories, celebrate their wins, laugh at the horror experiences & the funny moments that have been part of their journeys. To be the first to be inspired, subscribe to the Catexplorer Podcast, wherever you listen to your podcasts
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