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Pet First Aid Information

Karen speaks with Kathy Shroeder, lead instructor for the American Red Cross. Kathy gives a lot of excellent advice on how to help your dog if he’s choking or has swallowed a toxic substance like antifreeze. This is a hugely important show for pet parents to listen to! Click here to play or download podcast

Breeders and Breeding Dogs

Renee interviews well-known breeder, Sharon Sakson. Sharon breeds Brussels Griffons and Whippets and she is a show judge, as well as an author of the book, “Paws and Effects: The Healing Power of Dogs.” The discussion centers around how responsible breeders pair up only the best of the best to breed puppies. Renee also questions […]

Keeping dogs cool during the summer

Karen Fazio offers many ideas on how to keep your dogs feeling cool and comfy during the hot weather months using the latest products available. Click here to play or download podcast

Purr ‘n’ Pooch Foundation for Animals

Betsy Palazzo, president of Purr ‘n’ Pooch Foundation talks about a gala being held on August 9th. This gala is to honor a police dog named Jordan who took a bullet for her partner. Click here to play or download podcast

Viand brand of dog food

Karen Interviews Scott Pollak about his own line of dog food, Viand, which helps prevent food allergies with dogs. Click here to play or download podcast

Soldier Dogs: The Untold Story of America’s Canine Heroes,” by Maria Goodavage

Author, Maria Goodavage discusses her book. She has opened up a whole new world for dog lovers in her intrepidly reported, richly illustrated, heartwarming account of the dogs who play an increasingly vital role in our military efforts. Her book describes the training that the dogs undergo and the extraordinary bond between military dogs and […]

Foster Pet Program for our Military Service Members

Karen & Renee interview Buzz Miller who founded his non-profit organization, PACT for Animals. This is a fantastic program offered to our military service members who are deployed and have no place to put their beloved pets. PACT offers foster care for service men and women until they return home. PACT is in great need […]

The Holocaust and how it affected 10 survivors and their beloved pets.

Renee and Karen speak to noted Behaviorist, Susan Bulanda. Sue has written a very heartwarming book which tells the story of 10 Holocaust survivors’ and their pets who gave them comfort, suffered alongside them, and waited for their return. The name of the book is, “Faithful Friends.” These stories clearly show the strength of the […]

Therapy dog training

Renee interviewed author Nancy Stanley, who wrote a book called “Pillow with a Heartbeat.” The book is narrated by “Truffles,” Nancy’s therapy dog. It’s a heartwarming story about a mini-chocolate poodle puppy who has an unfortunate start, but who then takes on a very important role of being a therapy dog for the elderly and […]

Wintertime safety tips for dogs

Karen gave her listening audience incredibly important tips for keeping dogs safe during the winter. She talked a lot about some products that can be used for preventing sore paw-pads. She also reminded everyone that when we have deep snowfalls, our 4-6 foot fences shrink up a lot so dogs can practically walk over the […]