046 The Meaning behind a Cat’s Twitching & Thrashing Tail and Handling the Puppy with the Kids.

Did you know that a cat’s tail is an extension of its spine? The tail can tell you much about their mood. In this episode, I’ll explain what twitching and thrashing can mean about how your cat is feeling. Then, dog trainer Katie K-9 is back on the show, answering listener’s questions about what to do when the new puppy won’t leave the human kids alone - roughhousing and chewing on them. Plus, I tell you the story of my dog Rosy, who has a very dangerous habit of eating bees and the first aid I must enlist to keep her safe and breathing. Additional Resources for the Show: Katie K-9’s website and how to listen to her radio show and podcast. Source for the story about cat’s tails. “How to Speak Cat: A Guide to Decoding Cat Language” by Aline Alexander Newman and Gary Weitzman, D.V.M. For first aid tips regarding pets, insects and the summer see the blog for this episode, number 46 on our website, www.raisingyourpaws.com.