Animal Magnet Pet Radio - 03/30/10

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Deborah talks about horses and an upsetting trend toward eating them. But is it healthy and sensible; is the squeamishness misplaced for this low fat meat and  milk source? Avalanche dogs deserve high praise this year as snowmobilers put them to the test. In honor of Passover, Rabbi Barry Schwartz is quoted with his view that Jews should be non meat eaters. The issues behind cruelty, health and culture are touched on here. Deborah solves the pet problems of an emailer with a sheltie who barks and won’t come. A word about rabies including a quote from ‘Slum Dog Millionaire’. Guest: Jean Fogle Author of ‘Tricks for Treats’ joins Deborah to talk about tricks you can teach your dogs with the help of her new book available now.

Animal Magnet Pet Radio - 03/23/10

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Guest Marilyn Krieger, MA, author of ‘Click your Cat to Better Behavior’ at www.thecatcoach.com Joins Deborah at half past to talk about cat problems, tricks and fix-its for some of this audience most stubborn cat complaints like cat jumps on counter. Deborah introduces the idea of the conflict between the groups who believe in trap, neuter and release feral cat colonies and the groups that believe they are a threat to native animals and birds and sometimes try to legislate against them like in New Jersey. Good news about tail docking and ear cropping as the message spreads. Which is faster: a ice crash racer (man on skates racing other men on skates on roller blade like ice course with jumps and hills) or a greyhound at top track speed? Tune in and find out plus learn about cats and how you can train yours.  If you love this show you’ll want to catch a future show when we have Marilyn back to talk more about training cats to behave nicely and lose those rude problems like door bolting and destruction.

Animal Magnet Pet Radio - 03/16/10

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Deborah gives you an update on the latest animal news beginning with a discussion of  the history of captive Orcas hurting trainers and talks about some very unusual solutions.  What do New York City and the small town of Maple Ridge, B.C. near Vancouver have in common? 

Puppy mills and pet stores are working together and the results aren’t healthy.  Organic milk is often from cows who never see a blade of grass in their entire lives.  California is looking at a registry for pet abusers.  Teri Wilson, author of ‘Cup of Joe’ joins Deborah to talk about her recent trip to Alaska and mushing with sled dogs.  Plus she takes us all to the Iditarod describing her volunteer work right on the track holding back huskies making them wait for the start.   From the history to current rescue efforts, the treatment of the dogs, their food, their attitudes, and the experience itself;Teri blogged  it all as she tried hands on to get a taste of the race, with her own snow filled boots and tightly clenched hands.   Volunteers are always needed in all kinds of roles at the event explains Teri (a spaniel lover from Texas) who became a sled dog handler for the Alaskan Iditarod!

Animal Magnet Pet Radio - 02/23/10

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Olympic animals keep us safe from avalanches and much more and good thing too since there was an avalanche in nearby mountains.  All Olympians are blogging happy thoughts. The only upset media still seems to be London and look out UK because you are the next host and it just isn’t that easy. Vancouver has done a wonderful job to make visitors, dignitaries, athletes and even outspoken critics like Stephen Colbert feel at home. Check out his shows for a look at us and the Vancouver Scene because he filmed a few shows here live at False Creek which is near beautiful Granville Island; check out the artists blowing glass, making beads and crafts while you shop the market or just catch the jugglers and singers performing outside. Or leave town and head to Mission where you can catch (and tag and release) the biggest fish in the world; the sturgeon and be doing a good thing taking part in our conservation efforts.

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Animal Magnet Pet Radio - 02/16/10

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Deborah Wolfe explains how dogs are keeping it safe at the Olympic Games 2010 in Vancouver; from the airport to the alpine and all roads inbetween working dogs are on the job.  If animals and people competed together, humans would lose in all events and Deborah tells you which animals are stronger, jump higher and further.  Did you know that the cheetah running is not only faster than the fastest man running but also faster than the fastest speedskater? Lucky for that Vancouver Island Granny, the  mountain lion who visited her home was in a hurry to get out!  Are you wondering what its like to be at the Olympics? The crowds are friendly, and happy, the weather is warm and mild and there is family friendly fun every where from jugglers, musicians, free exhibits, and games.

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Animal Magnet Pet Radio - 02/09/10

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Deborah Wolfe, just back from a trip to Southwestern Florida, tells you about the Olympic sized welcoming that goes with arriving in Vancouver these days. If you are in town for the Games Deborah will tell you where to drive to see 18 eagles in a tree- Did you know juvenile eagles have spotted feathers?  If native art is your thing she’ll tell you the museums to check out, the galleries to look at and if you read her redroom blog you’ll learn where you can see artists making both native masks and dugout canoes next to an ancient suspension bridge high above a gorge with rapids and waterfalls, and  in a different spot where heels instead of hiking boots will do the trick, you can check out the most amazing glass works and beads plus more.  Let Deborah take you  by boat right from down town to check out some of the best spots in Vancouver and you can take that boat with the simple price of bus fair, its called the sea bus because it is the cutest little commuter boat you can imagine.

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Animal Magnet Pet Radio - 01/26/10

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Deborah Wolfe begins the show with some details about a real live meeting and training session with the beagle described last week in the week before in email questions. The dog was reported to be defiantly, stubbornly stealing and barking. He was stealing and barking but he’s doing it for completely different reasons- fear. The Olympics are not going to be smoke free and you won’t see women’s ski jumping and now…. The massive highways were enlarged for Olympic capacity with  poor consideration for wildlife like endangered frogs, bears, deer. Are dog parks safe? Deborah gives you tips on how to stand, walk and where to hang out at the dog park to be most safe. Think you know a human diva? Guess how much time each day on average cats spend self grooming?

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Animal Magnet Pet Radio - 01/19/10

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The program begins with animal news delivered by Deborah Wolfe like a happy Golden bringing you your pet paper (or perhaps a happy housecat shredding it as you try to read). Dr. Nancy Kay, DVM, author of ‘Speaking for Spot’ makes a housecall to Progressive Radio Network and tells you about perfecting your connection with your Vet. If your dog or cat gets all the vaccines every time you receive a reminder notice it  maybe too much or not enough or just not exactly the right ones for your pet. Dr. Nancy Kay explains why you should NEVER buy any thing at all from a pet store that sells puppies and kittens. What does a puppy mill dog struggle with health-wise, emotionally and how is that for the new owners?

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