Leaving your cat home alone for days is never a good idea—but how do you find a trustworthy sitter? In this episode, I chat with professional pet sitter Tiah Rodriguez of Super Tech Pet Care about what to look for in a pet sitter, the red flags to avoid, and the essential info you should provide to set your sitter (and your cat!) up for success.

👉 Follow Tiah on Instagram @supertechpropetcare or her website www.supertechpetcare.com

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❓🐈‍⬛ Find out if your cat is meant for the adventure with my cat personality quiz → kittycatgo.com/quiz

🐾 Give the KittyCatGO Trailblazers community a try with a 14-day FREE trial! → kittycatgo.com/trailblazers

Think your cat is “too old” to start harness training? Think again! In this episode, I share my personal experiences training cats from kittenhood through senior years, plus survey results from the KittyCatGO community that prove cats of ANY age can succeed. Learn why personality and patience matter more than age, and get practical tips to start your own training journey today.

❓🐈‍⬛ Find out if your cat is meant for the adventure with my cat personality quiz → kittycatgo.com/quiz

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🐾 Give the KittyCatGO Trailblazers community a try with a 14-day FREE trial! → kittycatgo.com/trailblazers

🐈‍⬛ Learn how to harness and leash train your cat the RIGHT way with my online course, From Homebody to Trailblazer → kittycatgo.com/harnesstrain

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live on a sailboat full-time — with your cat? ⛵🐈 In this episode, I chat with Shane and Maryvonne La Peyre, who live aboard their sailboat with their cat Rigby. They share how they’ve made their unique lifestyle work, including safety tips, how they’ve cat-proofed their boat, the compromises boat life requires, and the incredible adventures they’ve had along the way. Whether you're dreaming of taking your cat on the water or just curious about what it takes, this episode is full of fascinating insight!

👉 Follow Rigby on Instagram @miss_rigby_boatkitty

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❓🐈‍⬛ Find out if your cat is meant for the adventure with my cat personality quiz → kittycatgo.com/quiz

Is your cat totally uninterested in treats? Struggling to make progress with harness or clicker training because your kitty just doesn’t care about food rewards? You’re not alone — and the good news is, there are ways to turn that around!

In this episode, I share 5 practical strategies to help increase your cat’s food motivation. From switching to scheduled meals to experimenting with different types of treats, I break down what might be holding your cat back — and how to get them excited about training time.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why free-feeding kills food motivation
• How diet impacts treat interest
• The best types of treats to try — and how to mix things up
• How food puzzles and training timing can make a big difference
• Bonus tips to boost engagement during training sessions

If you’ve ever said, “My cat doesn’t like treats,” this episode is for you!

👍 Recommended resources mentioned in episode:

• Transition Guide: Switching to Timed Meals from Free-Feeding
• Transitioning Feline Dry Food Addicts to Canned Food
• Food puzzles for cats: feeding for physical and emotional wellbeing
• Squeezie treats: Catit Creamies*, Churus*, & Tiki Cat Stix*

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🐈‍⬛ Learn how to harness and leash train your cat the RIGHT way with my online course, From Homebody to Trailblazer → kittycatgo.com/harnesstrain

🐾 Give the KittyCatGO Trailblazers community a try with a 14-day FREE trial! → kittycatgo.com/trailblazers

Think you know how to play with your cat? 🐾 You might be surprised! In this episode, I chat with cat behaviorist Dr. Mikel Delgado, author of the new book Play With Your Cat, all about the right way to play — and why it’s one of the most important things you can do for your cat’s physical and mental health.

We talk about the science behind play, how it mimics hunting, why so many cats “lose interest” (and how to fix that!), plus Mikel’s favorite “power moves” and strategies for making playtime more enriching, effective, and fun. If you want to build a better bond with your cat through interactive play, this episode is a must-listen.

📖 Grab a copy of Dr. Delgado's book, Play with Your Cat: https://amzn.to/3Iyj3QM *affiliate link

👉 Follow Dr. Delgado on Instagram @mikel.delgado or her websites mikeldelgado.com and whatyourcatwants.com

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🐾 Give the KittyCatGO Trailblazers community a try with a 14-day FREE trial! → kittycatgo.com/trailblazers

🐈‍⬛ Learn how to harness and leash train your cat the RIGHT way with my online course, From Homebody to Trailblazer → kittycatgo.com/harnesstrain

⚡ Save 10% in my online store with code PODCAST10! shop.kittycatgo.com

Adventuring with your cat in the summer can be fun — but it also comes with serious safety risks. In this episode, I’m sharing essential tips for keeping your cat cool during outdoor adventures in hot weather.

You’ll learn how to prevent overheating and heat exhaustion, how to recognize the early signs of overheating and heat stroke in cats, and what to do if your cat starts getting too hot. From gear recommendations to cooling techniques, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you and your cat stay safe and comfortable on the trail.

Whether you're hiking, road-tripping, or just exploring the backyard, this is a must-listen for summer cat adventurers.

👍 Recommended gear mentioned in episode:

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• Sit Stay Forever Sunscreen*
• The Green Pet Shop cooling mat*

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🐾 Give the KittyCatGO Trailblazers community a try with a 14-day FREE trial! → kittycatgo.com/trailblazers

🐈‍⬛ Learn how to harness and leash train your cat the RIGHT way with my online course, From Homebody to Trailblazer → kittycatgo.com/harnesstrain

❓🐈‍⬛ Find out if your cat is meant for the adventure with my cat personality quiz → kittycatgo.com/quiz

What is catification — and why is it so important for your cat’s health and happiness?

In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Benjamin, catification expert and founder of Hauspanther, to talk all about creating enriching spaces for your cats. We discuss what catification really means, why it matters for your cat’s physical and mental well-being, and how to start catifying your home — even if you’re on a budget or short on space.

Whether you’re new to catification or looking for fresh inspiration to take your cat’s environment to the next level, this episode is packed with practical tips and ideas to help your cat thrive.

👉 Follow Kate on Instagram @hauspanther.

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🐾 Give the KittyCatGO Trailblazers community a try with a 14-day FREE trial! → kittycatgo.com/trailblazers

🐈‍⬛ Learn how to harness and leash train your cat the RIGHT way with my online course, From Homebody to Trailblazer → kittycatgo.com/harnesstrain

In this special episode, members of the KittyCatGO Trailblazers community share the things they wish they had known when they first started training and adventuring with their cats — plus the lessons they learned the hard way. From training mistakes to gear fails and mindset shifts, these real stories and reflections will help you start smarter and feel less alone in your journey.

You’ll hear from fellow cat adventurers in their own voices as they pass along wisdom to help you avoid common pitfalls and build confidence on the trail (or at home!).

🐾 Give the KittyCatGO Trailblazers community a try with a 14-day FREE trial! → kittycatgo.com/trailblazers