Animal Radio® Show #813
Crimes and Lies Against You
Every time you enter the pet food aisle, manufacturers are vying for your patronage and their share of the 21 BILLION dollar pet-food sector. They will do just about anything to get your business, except make a truly human edible food. No wonder, only four companies account for 67% of the marketplace. Susan Thixton will tell you the lies the pet-food companies want you to believe.
Pet FBI
Harnessing the power of the Internet for good, Maresa Fanelli pioneered the pet lost and found database for Columbus, Ohio in 1998. Today she's the driving force behind Pets Found By Internet, reuniting lost animals all across America. She explains how it works and families she's reunited.
Making Of A Superbowl Pet Welfare Commercial
It was voted one of the best Superbowl Sunday commercials. It featured a stadium full of cats and dogs playing football to bring attention to the homeless pet problem. Joey Herrick(Lucy Pet Foundation) explains how they filmed the commercial and where they found its stars.
Pets Make Us Happier, Richer & Healthier
Blue Cross pet charity conducted a survey of pet owners and found that they tend to earn nearly $5,000 a year more than those without an animal and are more likely to work full time. They are also happier in general, spend more time with their families and have jobs they enjoy. Lori Brooks reports on this new research and has some illuminating results.
Cat Survives 2-Month Move In Mattress
Moosie a 2-year-old gray tabby cat has been reunited with his family after he miraculously survived a two-month journey trapped inside a mattress when his owners moved from Texas to Alaska. A moving company left with the military families belongings while the family stayed behind and spent three more days in Texas searching for Moosie. Turns out, Moosie was already en route to Alaska— inside a futon mattress.
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Animal Radio® Show #812
Steve Garvey Guests
Legendary first baseman Steve Garvey is back for his third time to explain his relationship with his 140 pound Rottweiler, among other things. Steve is now working closely to help the Lucy Pet Foundation score a home run.
Using Cats to Fight Cancer
Everybody loves cat videos. Rachel Gitlin figures that her creation, Cats vs. Cancer, will use the power of cat videos to raise money, through advertising, to help assist in the fight against human cancer. She'll explain the model and tell you how you can help too.
Pet Law
Attorney Debra Hamilton gave up practicing litigation law to focus on the animals. As a mediator, she negotiates peaceful resolutions to pet-related discourse. Besides the obvious, divorce and pet-custody issues, she also deals with bad breeders and pet trusts.
Links Between Cats and Human Schizophrenia
Looking for a link to help explain mental illness, new research shows that growing up with a family cat is a commonality among people who develop schizophrenia.
Dogs Help Mourners At Funeral Homes
Dogs are used in all kinds of ways to help humans feel better, emotionally. Funeral directors say dogs, especially trained therapy animals, can lighten the often awkward, tense atmosphere at a wake or funeral service and sometimes seem to know exactly who needs their help.
Germans Allows Adjoining Cemetery Plots and Urns
The German Cemetery Association is offering pets and people adjoining urn spaces. The cost is between $1,100-1,600. Although the ashes of pet owners and their animals will now have the chance to sit side by side, cremations are still legally required to be carried out separately.
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Mayim Bialik Guests
After starring as "Blossom" in the hit TV series, Mayim Bialik went on to get a PhD in Neuroscience. But the stage called her back. Now she's on The Big Bang Theory and working overtime for the animals. She'll tell us about CatCon, like ComicCon, but for Cats.
When To Change Your Vet
Just like any business, there are always people that give it a bad name. Same with Veterinarians. Animal Radio Veterinary Correspondent Dr. Marty Becker has a list of red flags you should look out for. If you see one, you need to re-think your vet?
Dog Treats As Healthy As Donuts
Some of the most popular treats given to cats and dogs contain more calories than human junk food! New research shows that a few pet treats have as many as 415 calories, more than a glazed donut.
Holy Cow
Boze Hadleigh put together the ultimate book describing the origins of animal phrases. Did you ever wonder where the saying "there's more than one way to skin a cat" comes from? Boze will enlighten and make you laugh at our language.
New Law Allows You To Break Into Cars
Providing greater protection for animals is the premise behind a new legislation introduced in New York that would allow a person to take necessary steps to remove an animal from a hot vehicle if a police officer cannot be located.
Therapy Dog Loses Certification After Wearing Costume
A Pet Partners certified therapy dog has lost that certification because the organization says it found the Boston Terrier's biker costume to be a "safety concern." 5-year-old Chopper has put in several years volunteering in San Diego-area hospitals and senior centers on his mini motorcycle.
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Animal Radio® Show #810
Freeway Kitten
Our Hero Person segment wraps up after 26 weeks with the heartwarming story about a kitten that was abandoned on a highway and rescued by Keri Lamar. She was driving when all of a sudden a kitten flew by hear windshield. Keri tells the rest of the story.
Basic Training Tools
Every dog owner should have several basic training tools. Founder of the Animal Behavior Centre and inventor of the Halti, Dr. Roger Mugford will be explaining what you need to train your dog to sit, stay and come.
Bathe To Save
Australian Anthony Amos has loaded his large family in an RV. He's towing a giant fiberglass blue dog. Inside the eye-catching vehicle is a shampoo and grooming facility. He's setting course to cross the U.S. washing 25,000 dogs with 100% of the proceeds going to local shelters.
How to Choose A Couch with Your Pet In Mind
As an animal lover you've probably spent hours contemplating the fabric of your next sofa. Consider how their hair shows up on the upholstery as well as whether it will embed itself in the weave and be difficult to clean. Consider how the fabric will react to their nails, and, you'll want to make sure you choose a fabric that is fairly easy to clean off the drool marks and paw prints.
Lady Gaga Working on Line Of Pet Products
Lady Gaga showed us her talents clearly go beyond music and outlandish outfits. Animal Radio hears she is working on a line of pet products inspired by her dog Asia. Gaga will be the artistic director for the canine collection, which will feature pet clothing and accessories, toys and food bowls. Perhaps she'll create an outfit of meat that will double as a treat? Probably not.
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Microchip Myths and Truths
Lucy Pet Foundation's Doc Karen Halligan answers frequently asked questions about the efficacy of the microchip. Hear common mistakes that make the chip completely useless.
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Pets and Marijuana
With the legalization of pot, many animals are getting into their owners stash. This can be pretty toxic for your pet.
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Animal Words
Boze Hadleigh has the meanings of common phrases with animals in them. Wonder how Hot Dog's got their name?
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Young Heros
12 yr. old Olivia Reis is saving animals for the next generation. She's teamed up with her brother to protect endangered animals all over the world.
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Can Cats Make You Crazy?
Researchers examine the link between cats and schizophrenia. You might be surprised with the results.
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Rest In Peace With Your Pet
Germany is the next country to allow you to be buried next to your pet in any cemetery. You can also have adjoining urns.
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Man Crashes After Taking Dog's Drugs
A man was arrested after he wrapped his car around a poll. Toxicity tests found his dog's seizure medicine in his blood.
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TailsInc July Pet Events Calendar
Janice Gork delivers the monthly pet events calendar.
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