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5:5 - Pet-Friendly Doesn’t Mean Cat-Friendly: What Every Cat Owner Needs to Know
Episode 56th May 2026 • KittyCatGO Adventure Podcast: Exploring Cat Travel, Training, & Enrichment Together • Emily Hall
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Have you ever taken your cat somewhere labeled “pet-friendly”… only to realize it wasn’t cat-friendly at all?

In this episode, I’m breaking down a common issue in the cat adventure world — the difference between pet-friendly and cat-friendly, and why that distinction matters more than you might think.

I share a recent experience I had booking an Airbnb with my cat, Kylo Ren, and how one simple decision to double-check completely changed the outcome. It could have easily gone the other way.

We’ll talk about:

  1. Why many “pet-friendly” places are really just dog-friendly
  2. The risks of making assumptions when traveling or adventuring with your cat
  3. How to properly vet locations before you go
  4. Why environment matters just as much as permission
  5. And how our choices as cat owners shape how the world sees cats in public spaces

This episode isn’t just about avoiding bad experiences — it’s about being intentional, advocating for your cat, and helping create more opportunities for cats in the future.

🗺️ Visit my Cat-Friendly Locations Map and add your favorite spots too!

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❓🐈‍⬛ Find out if your cat is meant for the adventure with my cat personality quiz → kittycatgo.com/quiz

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