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Happy Cats Wellness

Happy Cats Wellness is here to help you keep your cat healthy and happy by providing preventive healthcare information from the most trustworthy sites on the web. Conventional wisdom about caring for cats is mostly wrong, and searching for information on the Internet quickly leads to contradictions and confusion.We are Pet Preventive Healthcare Coaches, certified by Partners for Healthy Pets, a cooperative program of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the American Veterinary Hospital

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14:44

Your Cat Is Saying I Love You

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2026/01/20

This episode explores the subtle communication methods felines use to express appreciation and love toward their owners. Based on insights from Dr. Julie Hunt, the text highlights eight specific behaviors, such as slow blinking, kneading, and bearing gifts, that signify a cat’s trust. By recognizing the subtle cues, we can better interpret our pets' complex body language and build a deeper, more affectionate bond with their companions.

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17:35

Feline First Aid Kit

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2026/01/16

This episode is part of our feline emergency preparedness series. We emphasize that cat first aid is distinct from human or canine care due to unique physiological sensitivities. We outline how to assemble a specialized kit containing items like vet wrap, saline solution, and digital thermometers, while highlighting the importance of keeping veterinary contact information and medical records accessible.

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14:20

Calm Veterinary Trips

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2026/01/16

Regular veterinary checkups are essential for a feline's health, yet many cats experience intense anxiety due to unfamiliar environments and travel routines. Returning home from the veterinary clinic has its own unique challenges. This episode provides strategies to help make medical visits a positive experience for both the pet and the owner.

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13:04

Common Signs of Illness

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2026/01/07

Pets often don't show obvious signs of the illness or distress they're experiencing. This episode will help you sense when your pet needs medical attention. There is no sure way for you to always recognize these subtle signs, which makes regular wellness exams with your veterinarian crucial to your pet's health and happiness.

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11:54

Build a Feline Save Haven

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2026/01/07

This episode outlines how caretakers can transform their homes into feline havens by prioritizing a cat's psychological and physical requirements. A primary focus is on providing safe retreats, which are private, elevated spaces where a pet can rest without feeling trapped or threatened. Furthermore, we emphasize that food, water, and litter boxes be kept in separate, low-traffic locations. By ensuring individual access to these necessities and encouraging natural predatory play, owners can foster a

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14:59

Part 3: Understand Your Cat's World

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/12/31

This episode is Part 3 of a 3-Part series that emphasizes the need to understand feline behavior and senses to ensure a cat's well-being and reduce stress. We discuss creating a sense of familiarity and security through gradual introductions to new experiences. We explain calming strategies by focusing on a cat's highly sensitive senses: smell, recommending scent preservation and synthetic pheromones; hearing, advising low noise levels and soothing sounds; touch, suggesting gentle, appropriate

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12:43

Part 2: Understand Your Cat's World

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/12/31

This episode is Part 2 of a 3-Part series that emphasizes the need to understand feline behavior and senses to ensure a cat's well-being and reduce stress. We discuss creating a sense of familiarity and security through gradual introductions to new experiences. We explain calming strategies by focusing on a cat's highly sensitive senses: smell, recommending scent preservation and synthetic pheromones; hearing, advising low noise levels and soothing sounds; touch, suggesting gentle, appropriate

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18:41

The True Cat Champion

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/12/28

The core philosophy centers on the owner as the Cat Champion, a proactive healthcare advocate who works in partnership with the veterinarian by maintaining a wellness journal and performing daily observations. This approach emphasizes that routine veterinary checkups are essential for early intervention, especially because cats often conceal illness, and the source encourages owners to seek out a certified Cat Friendly Practice® (CFP) to minimize stress during these crucial visits.

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00:14:10

The Trip to the Vet

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/12/18

Providing your cat with good healthcare, especially preventive care, can allow her to live a longer, more comfortable life. However, this cannot happen unless you take your cat to see the veterinarian routinely.Many cats are fearful or distressed when going to the veterinarian because the practice is unfamiliar, as is the carrier and the car. Here are some tips from Happy Cats Wellness, the pet preventative health coaches, Cathryn and Gene Jirleds, that can make trips to the veterinary clinic a

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00:11:55

Secret Language of Cats

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/12/11

This episode summarizes research into cat vocalizations conducted by Susanne Schotz at Lund University in Sweden. The article highlights how Schotz's studies, detailed in her book "The Secret Language of Cats," help owners decode what their pets are trying to communicate. A key finding is that meowing is primarily used by cats to interact with humans and acts as an attention-seeking sound with various meanings, such as requesting food or play. The author also notes the importance

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00:10:31

Who We Are

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/11/01

“Welcome to Happy Cats Wellness, where we help you keep your cat happy and healthy. We're Katherine and Jean Gerald's, and we're certified pet preventive healthcare coaches. We are not veterinarians. Always consult your cat's medical provider when you have questions or concerns about your cat's health.”From Happy Cats Wellness: Who We Are, 1 Nov 2025

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00:10:43

Who We Are

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/10/19

Cathryn and Gene Jirlds founded Happy Cats Wellness with the core mission of promoting preventive health care to ensure cats are both happy and healthy, driven by their belief that all companion animals deserve dignity and the resources to thrive. Their journey began when they realized, through caring for their own kitten named Eddy Peabody, that conventional advice for cat care was often inadequate, leading them to seek evidence-based sources to better understand feline needs. They created Happy

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00:20:59

Emergency Evacuation

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/10/01

When disaster strikes, every second counts. Whether facing hurricanes, wildfires, floods, or other emergencies, the No. 1 instruction for pet owners is to bring your pets with you when evacuating. If you evacuate your home, DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS OR ANIMALS BEHIND. It is unlikely for pets or larger animals to survive on their own. Even if they do, you may not be able to find them when you return.

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00:33:29

Emergency Preparedness

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/10/01

When emergencies strike, having a well-stocked pet first aid kit can make the difference between a minor incident and a serious crisis. Just as you maintain a first aid kit for your family's human members, your feline companions deserve the same level of emergency preparedness. A comprehensive pet first aid kit enables you to provide immediate care while seeking professional veterinary assistance, potentially saving your cat's life and reducing the severity of injuries or illnesses.

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00:21:58

Proactive Veterinary Exams.

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/09/26

In this episode, we stress the critical importance of regular veterinary care for cats, highlighting that many felines don't receive the care they need. We discuss the challenges posed by cats' natural ability to hide illness and the stress associated with veterinary visits, which often leads owners to delay or skip appointments. To address these issues, we introduce two key initiatives: Fear Free Certified Practices and the Cat Friendly Practice® program, both designed to reduce anxiety and create

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00:10:36

About Us

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/09/19

We are Cathryn and Gene Jirlds, the founders of Happy Cats Wellness, and we advocate for dignity, respect, and proper care for all cats, believing these lead to healthier, happier cats and the people who care for them. Our personal experience with a special-needs cat named Eddy inspired us to become knowledgeable about feline care beyond conventional wisdom, which we discovered is often incorrect. Happy Cats Wellness was founded to share the most up-to-date, science-based information to help other

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00:20:26

Healthcare Advocate

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/09/05

You know your cat better than anyone else, and your veterinarian needs to know what you know about any changes in your cat's behavior that have occurred since the last exam.Cats are skilled at hiding pain and illness, so early detection is crucial for preventing or treating physical and emotional disorders. Your participation as part of the veterinary team is key to helping your cat stay healthy and happy.

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00:12:40

Introducing Happy Cats Wellness

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/09/04

Happy Cats Wellness is built on the fundamental belief that "A happy cat makes a happy home." The founders, Cathryn and Gene Jirlds, assert that "the animals we share our lives with are deserving of dignity and respect. They share with us the same rights for access to necessary resources and the kind of lives that lead to contentment, good health, and happiness." Their mission is to share what they've learned about feline care to help all cats live happier, healthier lives.Key tenets of their

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00:17:51

Multi-cat Harmony

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/08/29

This episode provides a comprehensive guide from The Drake Center for Veterinary Care on successfully introducing a new cat into a home with an existing feline resident. It emphasizes the importance of careful planning and a slow, gradual introduction process to ensure a harmonious multi-cat household. Key recommendations include matching cat personalities, ensuring the resident cat's physical and mental readiness, and implementing a step-by-step introduction method involving scent exchange,

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00:12:14

Common Signs of Illness

Happy Cats Wellness ·

2025/08/29

Your pet relies on you to recognize when something isn’t right. Cats and dogs often hide their discomfort, making it difficult to spot illness in its early stages. However, there are key signs that indicate your pet may be unwell. By learning to recognize these symptoms, you can seek veterinary care sooner and improve your pet’s chances of a swift recovery. In this episode, we present some (not all) of the common signs of illness in cats and dogs that every pet owner should watch for. Always consult

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