As a cat parent, there's no denying that you love your feline friend—but there’s one behavior that can be a little, well, annoying: scratching. Whether it's your favorite couch, the leg of your dining table, or your brand-new rug, your cat's claws seem to have a mind of their own when it comes to where they want to scratch. But before you pull your hair out (or worse, toss out your furniture), let’s talk about how you can redirect this natural behavior to a more suitable target—the scratching post.

In this week’s episode of Cat Daddy, things get delightfully chaotic when Kelly Kulhavy, a sharp-witted veterinary receptionist, goes head-to-head with our beloved host, Cat Daddy. Fans of the show know that Cat Daddy isn’t easily fooled—but Kelly comes armed with a mix of humor, knowledge, and street-smart intuition that keeps the audience on their toes.

Over the last two decades, homemade diets have seen a rise in popularity among dog owners. However, new research from the Dog Aging Project (DAP) reveals that most homemade diets are missing important nutrients that dogs need to lead healthy lives.

A study led by researchers at the University of Cambridge provides a window into canine emotions, revealing why some golden retrievers are more fearful, energetic or aggressive than others.

While dogs have shared our homes for at least 20,000 years, the story of domestic cats is less clear. According to a new study published in Science, house cats likely reached Europe only around 2,000 years ago, aided by Roman military routes. By the 1st century CE, domestic cats had made their way to Roman Britain.

The holidays bring out our favorite decorations—twinkly lights, cozy scents, and plenty of festive greenery. But while those classic Christmas plants look great in photos, some of them can spell trouble for curious dogs and cats. Before you deck the halls, here’s a quick rundown of the plants that are better kept out of paw’s reach.

Pet Candy’s Cat Café has never been known for chill vibes—despite all the coffee and purring—but this week’s episode takes the chaos to a whole new level. Enter Caitlin Palmer: radio host, cat enthusiast, and self-proclaimed “Smartest Cat Lady on the Planet.” Bold title. Big energy. And possibly… an even bigger challenge.

It’s another high-energy episode of Pet Candy’s podcast gameshow Cat Daddy, where feline facts, quick wit, and chaotic cat-loving energy collide. Hosts Austin Palmer and Caitlin Palmer, VRCE, are back at it—armed with impossible trivia questions, mischievous banter, and their trademark competitive spirit.