The Truth About “Aggressive” Cats at the Vet with Dr. Renee Rucinsky - Purr Podcast Episode 237

The Real Reason Cats Attack at the Vet! Go from cat-wrangler to confident feline whisperer    • Go from ‘cat-wrangler’ to confident feline...   Feline specialist Dr. Renee Rucinsky, DVM, DABVP (Feline) joins us to talk about the reality of practicing feline medicine, why cats are often labeled “aggressive” or “fractious,” and what veterinarians and veterinary teams can do to create a better experience for feline patients. Recorded at the Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas, this conversation dives into the biggest challenges in feline veterinary care, from handling stressed cats to why many veterinary clinics still prioritize dogs over cats. Dr. Rucinsky shares practical tips for veterinarians who feel uncomfortable treating cats, explains why language like “mean cat” can be harmful, and discusses how cat-friendly practices can dramatically improve feline patient care. We also explore how veterinary medicine has evolved in the past 20 years, the progress of cat-friendly initiatives, and why understanding feline stress and behavior is essential for improving veterinary visits. Original Air Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 *Listen to the entire episode on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... *Listen to the entire episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1TTL... FOLLOW US on Facebook: www.facebook.com/PurrPodcast FOLLOW US on Instagram: www.instagram.com/purrpodcast Visit Purrpodcast.net/ 🎧 Listen, learn, and laugh along as our hosts unpack the science, the myths, and the future of feline urinary care with our veterinarian hosts Dr. Susan Little and Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to support more feline-focused content! #PurrPodcast #felineveterinarymedicine #catvet #felinemedicine #veterinarypodcast #catbehavior #veterinarymedicine #catcare #vetlife #catfriendlyclinic #veterinaryeducation #cathealth