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Ted The Vet : Expert Advice and Insightful Tips to Care for your PetsAuthor: Dr. Ted Burhardt D.V.M.
Welcome to "Ted the Vet" a veterinarian podcast designed to educate and empower pet owners with insightful tips, expert advice, and real life cases to help you provide the best care for your furry companion.Join Dr. Ted Burghardt, an experienced veterinarian and owner of Companion Pet Care Veterinary-located in San Diego, as we explore a wide range of topics from preventive care, common health issues, frequently asked questions, to discussing real life cases that he encounters at his practice.Subscribe now and become part of our community dedicated to the well-being of all pets!You can connect with Dr. Ted Burghardt on his instagram at @companionpetcare and learn more at his clinic in Encinitas, California at https://www.companionpcvet.com/ Language: en-us Genres: Education, Kids & Family, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 9: Understanding Cat Behavior: Inappropriate Urination Explained
Episode 9
Tuesday, 18 November, 2025
In this episode of Ted the Vet, Dr. Ted Burghardt discusses the common issue of inappropriate urination in cats, exploring both medical and behavioral causes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying reasons for this behavior, including urinary tract infections, stress-related conditions, and the impact of environmental changes. The episode also highlights the significance of open-mindedness in diagnosing feline health issues and offers solutions such as pheromone therapy to help manage behavioral problems.TakeawaysCats are naturally inclined to use the litter box.Inappropriate urination can be due to medical or behavioral issues.Common medical causes include urinary tract infections and bladder stones.Stress can lead to feline idiopathic cystitis, causing bladder inflammation.Behavioral issues may arise from changes in the household environment.Pheromone products can help calm cats and encourage litter box use.Urinary obstruction is an emergency situation requiring immediate care.Open-mindedness is crucial when diagnosing feline health problems.Regular veterinary check-ups can help identify underlying issues early.Understanding your cat's behavior is key to effective pet care.Resource:Feliway Diffuser: https://us.feliway.com/Support the showSubscribe now and become part of our community dedicated to the well-being of all pets! If you found this episode useful, please share with your friends and leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcast!You can connect with Dr. Ted Burghardt on his instagram at @companionpetcare and learn more at his clinic in Encinitas, California at https://www.companionpcvet.com/
