Why Your Cat Acts Out (and How to Fix It) | Pets Add Life Ep. 88

🐱 Why do cats act out—and how can you fix it?
In this special National Cat Day episode of the Pets Add Life Podcast, hosts Chris Bonifati and Harrison Forbes explore real-world cat behavior problems and the easy, science-backed fixes that help cats feel calm and confident. Joined by Jackson Galaxy, the world-famous Cat Daddy from My Cat From Hell, they share expert advice on understanding feline body language, reducing stress at home, and transforming everyday spaces with catification tricks your cat will love.

You’ll also learn how to understand your cat’s behavior, why cats wake owners up early, and how to stop unwanted scratching or nighttime meowing using enrichment and play. Jackson explains simple ways to read cat body language, build a cat-friendly environment, and strengthen your bond through positive cat training—so every feline feels right at home.

From hilarious allergy stories to viral cat elections and expert insights from the “Cat Daddy” himself, this episode is the ultimate cat lover’s dream. Chris and Harrison dive into quirky feline behavior, pet parenting challenges, and even explore how the Healthy Trade Institute is helping reptiles and amphibians find safe, science-backed adoptions. Whether you’re a lifelong cat parent or just obsessed with feline fun, you’ll be glued to this one.

👇 Full Breakdown
00:00:00 Intro + special guest co-host Harrison Forbes
00:02:05 Cat Mayor of Somerville – Boston’s viral “Bike Path Cat” story
00:05:45 Cat Parade Disaster – The NYC Pet Fashion Show feline moment
00:08:09 Meet Jackson Galaxy – The “Cat Daddy” joins the podcast
00:13:47 Catification Tips – How to design a cat-friendly home
00:15:34 The Jackson Galaxy Foundation - Cat Positive
00:20:24 Dr. Matthew Gray - Healthy Trade Institute Info - Science-backed pet trade practices
00:24:23 Python Problem in Florida – Why invasive reptiles are thriving
00:26:02 Nationwide Reptile Adoption – Dr. Gray’s new program explained
00:34:45 Product Picks – Pet stain removers and IKEA scratch wraps
00:39:31 Cats in the Bedroom Debate – Should your cat sleep with you?
00:43:20 Introducing New Cats – Helping older cats accept kittens
00:45:56 Final Thoughts & Farewell


🎙️ GUESTS
🐾 Jackson Galaxy – Cat behaviorist, author, and host of “My Cat From Hell”
🔗 https://www.jacksongalaxy.com
🔗 YouTube:    / thecatdaddy66  
🔗 https://greatergood.org/jackson-galaxy
🔗 https://www.jacksongalaxy.com

🐾 Dr. Matthew Gray – President/CEO, Healthy Trade Institute
🔗 https://healthytrade.org

🐾 Harrison Forbes - Animal Behaviorist
🔗 https://www.thecelebpetexpert.com/

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🙋‍♀️ AUDIENCE Q&A
• Why does my cat wake me up at 4 AM?
• How do I help my adult cat accept a new kitten?
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🔗 Healthy Trade Institute Reptile Adoption: https://healthytrade.org/adopt

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