CatCog is the podcast for people who don’t just love their cats—they want to understand them. Hosted by Adam, a psychologist who treats feline behavior with the seriousness it deserves, we decode the "why" behind the meow. We skip the fluff and generic tips to dig into the actual science: How does their vision work? Why do they really zoom at 3 AM? And how can we use biology to give them a longer, happier life? Join Adam and his cat, Moon, as they translate complex research into a user’s manual for your favorite predator.
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Why Cat Drooling Is NOT Like Dog Drooling (00:06:05)
Your cat's drool carries a completely different message than your neighbor's slobbery golden retriever. Here's how to decode what your cat's saliva is really telling you.In this episode, we break down...
When Do Kittens Actually See You? (00:06:37)
The first time your kitten opens their eyes, they can't actually see you. For the next few weeks, you're nothing but a warm blur - a presence, a feeling. But somewhere around week four, everything cha...
Ozempic for Cats Is Here (But You Can't Buy It Yet) (00:08:07)
Why is your cat ALWAYS hungry? It's not greed - it's biology. Scientists just started the MEOW-1 clinical trial for OKV-119, an implant that could end feline obesity. But you don't have to wait. In th...
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs for Cats (The Ultimate Care Guide) (00:10:31)
Most behavioral issues (like scratching or aggression) stem from unmet psychological needs. In this episode, we adapt Maslow's Hierarchy for felines, identifying the missing layers in your cat's life—...
Why Does My Cat Stare at Nothing? (The Science of "Greebles") (00:06:53)
When a cat stares at a blank wall, they aren't seeing ghosts—they are detecting stimuli invisible to the human senses. In this episode, we explain Biological Hypersensitivity, detailing how cats can p...
Cat Sounds Translated: What Does My Cat Mean? (Meow, Purr, Trill) (00:14:15)
Cats evolved the Meow specifically to communicate with humans, as adult cats rarely use it with each other. In this episode, we decode the 7 primary vocalizations, explaining the biological function o...
Did you know that all cat colors come from just two base pigments: Eumelanin (Black) and Pheomelanin (Red)? In this episode, we decode the genetics behind every coat pattern, explaining how modifier g...
Why Are Cats Afraid of Cucumbers? (The "Snake" Instinct) (00:05:27)
The "Cats vs. Cucumbers" viral trend works because of the Startle Reflex. In this episode, we explain that to a cat's peripheral vision, a green, elongated object placed silently behind them mimics a ...
Thigmotaxis: The Real Reason Cats Love Boxes (00:05:47)
Cats are drawn to boxes due to Thigmotaxis—an evolutionary instinct to seek physical contact with enclosed spaces for protection. In this episode, we break down a landmark study by the University of U...
Why Do Cats Loaf? (The Science of Tucked Paws) (00:04:43)
The "Cat Loaf" position serves two specific biological functions: Thermoregulation (conserving body heat by reducing surface area) and Relaxed Readiness. In this episode, we explain why this pose is u...
Cat Life Stages Explained: Kitten to Senior (Timeline) (00:08:32)
A cat's life cycle is divided into 6 distinct biological stages, each with its own nutritional and behavioral needs. In this episode, we map the timeline from Kitten (Growth) to Geriatric (15+), expla...
Walter Chandoha: The Man Who Invented Cat Photography (00:08:59)
Before the internet had "Cat Memes," the world had Walter Chandoha. With a career spanning 70 years and an archive of over 90,000 images, Chandoha established the visual language of the modern cat por...
Cat Psychology Explained: Dr. Jon Bowen (Royal Veterinary College) (01:53:24)
Cat psychology differs from dog psychology because cats are "self-domesticated" solitary hunters. In this special episode featuring a lecture from Dr. Jon Bowen (Royal Veterinary College), we explain ...
Operation Acoustic Kitty: The CIA's $20 Million Mistake (00:07:17)
"Operation Acoustic Kitty" was a classified CIA project in the 1960s designed to use domestic cats as mobile surveillance devices. In this episode, we audit the Directorate of Science & Technology's a...
Why Does My Cat Eat My Hair? (Pica vs. Grooming) (00:05:09)
When a cat licks your hair, they are usually engaging in Allogrooming—a social bonding ritual that treats you as part of their colony. However, if they chew or swallow it, it could be a sign of Pica, ...
Félicette: The True Story of the First Cat in Space (00:06:41)
Félicette is the first and only cat to survive a suborbital spaceflight. Launched by the French space program (CNES) on October 18, 1963, she reached an altitude of 157 km aboard a Véronique AG1 rocke...
Why Do Cats Sleep More When It Rains? (The Science) (00:02:24)
The "Rainy Day Effect" in cats is driven by three biological factors: Evolutionary Efficiency (hunting in wet fur is calorie-negative), Circadian Rhythms (low light triggers Melatonin), and Barometric...
How We "Broke" Cats: The Truth About Extreme Breeding (00:06:46)
"Extreme breeding" prioritizes aesthetic traits—like the short legs of Munchkins or the hairlessness of XL Bullies—over biological function. In this episode, we audit the genetic defects caused by the...
Why Does My Cat Stare at Me? (It's Not Dominance) (00:06:59)
When a cat stares at you, they are engaging in Social Monitoring. Contrary to the myth of "dominance," this behavior is usually a sign of Secure Attachment (checking in on their caregiver) or Territor...
Do Full Moons Make Cats Crazy? (The "Lunar Effect" Myth) (00:07:23)
Veterinary studies of over 12,000 emergency cases show zero statistical link between full moons and feline trauma, debunking the "Lunar Effect." However, owners aren't imagining things. In this episod...
Does My Cat Love Me? 10 Scientific Signs of Affection (00:14:21)
A study by Oregon State University confirmed that cats form "Secure Attachments" to their caregivers, similar to human infants. In this episode, we decode the biological signals of feline love, explai...
Did you know your cat shares 95.6% of its DNA with a tiger? Or that they have a "free-floating" collarbone that allows them to fit through any gap their head can pass? In this episode, we compile 100 ...
Why Does My Cat Sleep With Me? (9 Scientific Reasons) (00:07:00)
When a cat sleeps with you, it is the ultimate sign of trust, as sleep is their most vulnerable state. In this episode, we break down the Social Defense theory—explaining that your cat isn't just seek...
Clinical Lycanthropy: The Man Who Lived as a Cat for 13 Years (00:07:09)
Clinical Lycanthropy is a rare psychiatric syndrome where a patient holds a delusional belief that they are transforming into a non-human animal. In this episode, we analyze the case of a man who live...
How Galena the Cat Survived 6 Days in an Amazon Box (00:05:29)
Galena is a house cat from Utah who was accidentally taped inside an Amazon return box and shipped 650 miles to a warehouse in Riverside, California. This episode explains the biology of her survival,...
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