Episode 70: Jackson Galaxy

About this episode

In this season premiere, Jackson Galaxy discusses his work in animal welfare and cat behavior.

Season Four Premiere! Jackson Galaxy is a two-time New York Times bestselling author and the host of My Cat from Hell , Animal Planet’s long-running hit show that helped millions of cat guardians solve feline behavior challenges and build stronger bonds with their pets. Beyond television, Jackson is a leader in the animal welfare world, working directly with shelters and rescues to improve the lives of cats in their care. He leads workshops, teaches classes, and consults with organizations to help create cat-friendly spaces, practices, and adoption programs. Jackson’s expertise comes from over 30 years of hands-on experience—starting as a shelter worker at a large Colorado animal shelter, where he developed his deep understanding of cat behavior and his signature approach to cat wellness, which revolves around the Raw Cat —the instinctive, untamed spirit inside every feline. By honoring the Raw Cat, he teaches people how to create happier, more confident cats and more harmonious human-animal relationships. As a prolific digital creator, Jackson has built a global community of almost 9 million followers and averages over 3.5 million views monthly across YouTube, Facebook, TikTok…

People in this episode

Host: Dan Trachtenberg

Guest: Jackson Galaxy

Topics covered

• cat behavior
• animal welfare
• pet care
• shelter work
• human-animal relationships

Keywords

• Jackson Galaxy
• cat wellness
• animal welfare
• My Cat from Hell
• shelter worker

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Animal Planet, My Cat from Hell, Colorado animal shelter

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