Cattitude - Ep 319 Through a Cat's Eyes: Discovering The Wild Side of the Wall

Ever wonder what the world looks, smells, and feels like through your cat's eyes? This week on Cattitude, host Michelle Fern welcomes author Kat McCarthy to discuss her captivating novel, The Wild Side of the Wall: A Cat's Tale of Courage, Kinship and Joy. Meet Cricket, a courageous young outdoor cat navigating a world filled with danger, discovery, and unexpected friendships, including a remarkable bond with a dog named Gentle! Kat reveals how she researched authentic feline behavior to bring Cricket's adventures to life, capturing everything from a cat's powerful senses and hunting instincts to the importance of companionship, play, and living in the moment. Michelle and Kat also explore why cats aren't necessarily the solitary creatures we think they are, what slow blinking really means, and simple ways to enrich your indoor cat's life beyond buying another toy. Plus, a thought-provoking conversation about animal welfare and the practice of cropping dogs' ears and docking their tails. It's a fascinating journey into the feline mind that just might change the way you look at your own cat!

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