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Dr. Jory Bocknek tells Deborah which pet food brands are his four favorites and why. What you should pack hiking with your dog plus Dr. Jory explains how ground breaking technology in cat litters like ‘Perfect Litter’ designed for wellness indicators are truly game changing for sick cats who need their urine monitored. Deborah and Dr. Jory discuss the many causes and solutions for cats who don’t/won’t use the litter box. Deborah explains how you tell which of two cats is the victim and which is the bully helping you read your cats better. ‘There is always a mean girl in the bathroom’ Dr. Jory says explaining resource guarding and the serious medical problems like blockages that litter box bullies cause other cats; And sometimes the reverse is true and a hidden health problem is causing the sick or healthy cats to avoid the box. If you have a cat that isn’t using the litter box or you have multiple cats and some harmony issues this show will help you.EPISODE NOTES: Dog Food, Cat Litter and Mean Gir

Deborah Wolfe asks Dr. Stanley Coren about the pandemic puppies and so many people adopting dogs; ‘Will these dogs get dumped later?’ Dr. Coren explains the stats and studies on animals helping people during rough times like this pandemic plus they discuss dog fears and human fears and how both humans and dogs can learn to overcome fears , and for humans how to overcome the fear of dogs. Desensitization methods for overcoming fear of water, stairs and trains is spelled out for owners with dogs who are timid or afraid. EPISODE NOTES: Overcoming FearsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Dusty Rainbolt describes what being in Dallas was like during the recent snow storms and power failures and indoor floods. Deb and Dusty discuss disaster preparedness, what to have in your emergency kit and how to prepare your pets to behave. Did you know that cats meow because they think we are their mamas? Deborah asks Dusty a listener’s question; ‘Do Cats see Ghosts?’ Dusty invites you to send your pet ghost experiences to dustycatwriter@verizon.net EPISODE NOTES: Dusty Rainbolt, Author of ‘Cat Wrangling Made Easy’ and ‘Kittens for Dummies’ and ‘Ghost Cats’ Talks Disasters and Cat-astrophes!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Stacy Mantle joins Deborah to talk about the best products for keeping pets warm- blankets, jackets, bowls, and the latest innovations such as self warming fabrics have been tested tried and now reviewed for our listeners by Stacy Mantle. Deborah shares tips for keeping pets safe and comfortable in cold weather warning to be mindful of the paws with salt and cold. Deborah answers a listener’s email request for advice on how to teach a golden retriever, who is seeing snow for the first time, to fetch snowballs.EPISODE NOTES: Cold Weather Pet Safety Tips And Amazing ProductsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

What do Elon Musk and Professional Football player Brady Oliveira have in common? Listen to the show to find out. Deborah asks Dr. Jory Bocknek, D.V.M how people can keep their pets safe in cold weather particularly in places like Texas now experiencing cold they normally don’t. Plus Dr. Jory tells you what to add to your first aid kit to make it work for your pets and the correct dose of bendryl to always have on hand. If you like bird songs, check out this post on www.facebook.com/debwolfepetexpert where you can hover over the bird and hear its song.EPISODE NOTES: Baby It’s Cold OutsideBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deborah describes a rescue dog staying at camp good dog who needs his forever home. He’s a 2 year old Great Pyrenees who is great with horses, goats, chickens, cats, kids. He is looking for a family to love and maybe some farm animals to keep safe. Dr. Stanley Coren describes which types of dogs to get (and not get) for kids at different ages and also which types of dogs suit older people as they age. Deborah asks about ‘wired in’ breed features like barking, and cuddling, And Dr. Coren breaks down the different breeds and lists exactly which type of dog he recommends for which type of people and what aged kids. They also give tips on how to tell which breeds you are looking at when you look at a mutt or a dog of mixed breeds and thinking of adoption. Plus he shares a couple of tricks for picking the right puppy or dog including a super easy CANINE SOCIABILITY TEST you can do anywhere. EPISODE NOTES: Is There A Right Age Or Wrong Age To Get A Dog?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww

Deb Wolfe summarizes the essential facts about pets and Corona Covid 19 and asks Dr. Stanley Coren about the future after the pandemic. Dr. Coren uses research on human behavior and human history to make intelligent predictions about how humans will socialize post pandemic and how long it will take. Deb Wolfe asks; “Will attitudes toward hand shakes, urban density, crowds, and travel change forever? Will there be good effects like less pollution and less stressful lives or will it all go back to the way it was before the pandemic? Will China close its wet markets? And how long will it take for us as a world to recover and move on?” Dr. Coren states that 28% of North Americans live completely alone, and many of them are either younger or older people. “Will the pandemic isolation make people living alone want to find partners to live with?” 68% live in dense urban settings and in high rises 52% say they don’t know their neighbors names. “Will that change? Will people go back to traveling on planes and

Deb Wolfe asks Dr. Stanley Coren some of the questions she’s received like; ‘How can I deflate intense anger, panic and outbursts in my kids or other adults stuck in the same household?’ and ‘How can we deal with cabin fever?’ and ‘Why are we hoarding toilet paper?’ Dr. Coren gives good practical advice and explains why talking to your pets out loud about your troubles actually helps you chemically; your pet is your therapist and always available! He explains how to use interruption and nice offers to diffuse tension and create separations and privacy. Deb asks why we are hoarding toilet paper and asks Dr. Coren to explain the effect of generation on peoples’ reactions to fear. Deb provides the latest info from the American Veterinary College press releases and the CDC (Canada Center for Disease Control and Prevention) about pets and keeping your pets and yourselves safe. This show will give you practical helpful tips for home schooling your kids and living better during the pandemic. To see more of Deb

‘Will Corona virus make dogs sick and can dogs with corona make people or other dogs sick ?’, Deb Wolfe Asks Dr. Jory. Get the facts on animals and corona and what you need to know to not worry. Plus Dr. Jory Bocknek and Deb Wolfe discuss the pros and cons of adoption and rescue and buying puppies overseas as compared to at home. Both the Doc and Deb agree that Royal Canin is a fantastic food and Deb discusses how she uses it with the many rescue animals she finds homes for locally. EPISODE NOTES: Corona & PetsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Dusty Rainbolt joins Deborah to discuss what a lost cat is thinking and how you can get your lost cat to come home! He’s probably less than a block away hiding and he wants to come, research shows. Dusty explains why microchipping your cat is so vital and she recommends advantage or revolution to keep your cats free from parasites Deborah asks Dusty questions sent by listeners about an itchy scratchy bald cat and whether it is O.C.D. or something else and another from a listener asking if his cat learned to pee in the toilet by watching. The two cat ladies discuss arthritis and issues effecting older cats plus the incredible birth rate of cats. What is the difference between pet adoption and pet rescue and why you may not want to rescue an animal from another country; donate supplies instead and adopt a pet near home so you don’t import exotic health problems. EPISODE NOTES: Finding Your Lost Cat: The Practical Cat-Specific Guide for your Happy ReunionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sp

Deborah points out the untruths being circulated in the attack on doodles recently in the press after an interview with the creator of the original labradoodle for service who says creating the breed is his life’s regret and described doodles as ‘Frankenstien monsters’ . When his explanations are closely examined, it is obvious he regrets his choice mostly because of the problems that come with mass popularity and unethical breeding as Deborah and Dr. StanCoren agree has happened to almost every breed that became popular too fast. In the interview Mr. Wally Conron states that he attempted to train 33 different standard poodles for service as Seeing Eye dogs and failed! What do Jennifer Anniston, Tiger Woods, Neil Young, and Deborah Wolfe have in common? They own doodles! They could own any dog in Dogdom but its Doodle they choose!EPISODE NOTES: Deborah Defends DoodlesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deborah Wolfe interviews Stacy Mantle about some of the pet products she has tested and reviewed this year. Plus Deb Wolfe throws in some behavioral advice and training tips for dogs and cats and the topics come up including how to get a two faced, or ‘psycho’ cat who seeks out touch then attacks to enjoy touch and be loving.  Stacy recommends the best pet brands for food treat choices like ‘The Honest Kitchen ’ for sweet potato and other dehydrated treats and ‘Blueberry Pet’ for not ugly Christmas Sweaters. Chuck-it (the claw toy that allows you to throw balls very far) is still a terrific stocking stuffer for every owner of an active dog, both experts agree. Glow in the dark frisbees work for night play especially in places where it gets dark so early and you and your dog want to go play frisbee after work or school. Happy holidays from Deb Wolfe, and happy pet shopping from Stacy Mantle at Pets Weekly. EPISODE NOTES: What To Buy And What Not To Buy For Pets This Holiday SeasonBecome a supporter of thi

Deborah talks with Sheree Swindle about what it takes to become a bed bug detection dog, and what it takes to be a bed bug dog handler. This is not for the squeamish! Did you know a bed bug handler must keep a live colony and feed them? That plus certification is intense and has to be redone every year so for most pet owners finding things is more for fun. Hobby scenting has clubs and competitions for finding scented oils or just for your own uses; finding the phone, keys, your kids or your car are all possible. Check out the new channel for Deb Wolfe- Pet Expert on YouTube to see Deb’s easy to follow demonstrations with different untrained dogs learning to find. If you think bed bug detection might be for you or if you have a bed bug worry or concern please contact bed bug mutts and they’ll help you out (discreetly). Today’s show discusses how the dogs are selected, trained, worked and treated and how they do their job to keep places like hospitals, hotels and homes bed bug free.EPISODE NOTES: S

Dr. Jory Bocknek returns to talk to Deb about horses, blood donors, hot spots and more! Topics also include whether foods labeled as all natural, organic, & holistic make a difference in your pet’s nutrition and wellness. Also, seasonal allergies and eye irritation. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Horses, Hotspots and More on Pet Life Radio. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deb welcomes back Dr. Jory Bocknek to the Animal Party. This week's topics include Deb's brand new Golden Doodle puppies, the various types of flea and tick medications to give your pets, and which vaccines are necessary for pets for the area you live. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - New Puppies, Vaccines, Flea Meds and More on Pet Life Radio. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deb Wolfe interviews the Invisible Gardener, Andy Lopez for the first time and discovers he has a complete philosophy on the whole garden as a natural world that is soil based and full of insects and other participants we usually define as pests. He explains that mineral deficiency is the crux of garden issues and that’s what makes your plants inviting to bugs who then become pests. Plus Andy gives great tips for pets like milk for you’ll never guess what! And earth you’ll never guess where. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Mindful Gardening For Healthy Plants And Pets on Pet Life Radio. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Dusty Rainbolt and Deborah discuss natural in terms of cat products and the dangers. Then Deborah describes how a new kitten was successfully introduced to a house of cats with various attitudes. Check out Deb Wolfe, Pet Expert on youtube to see Deborah Wolfe’s uploaded dog training and dog game videos including one demonstrating how to diffuse rivalry between two dogs. Dusty explains when natural means nothing in terms of cats but dogs too, and gives a flea and parasite natural remedy that Deborah already finds works well on her chickens and goats. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Litterbox Solutions, How To Introduce A New Kitten To A House Full Of Cats, An Expert Natural Flea/Worm Remedy Tip on Pet Life Radio. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Dusty Rainbolt invites cat lovers to Tune into hear about Jeffy (the rescue cat) reporter’s new Instagram feed with a cat’s eye view of world news. Host Deb Wolfe shares a few animal myths and mistaken facts perpetuated by media recently. And Dusty shares her pet peeve that people often blame a cats issues on naughty behavior when the cause is physical or ageing. Cats vs. Birds and what some big cities in Canada are doing about the debate. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Cats: Therapy Cats and Flying, Birds vs. Cats and City Rules Regulating Cats on Pet Life Radio. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deborah Wolfe welcomes service dog trainer Sharron Cole, and Canine Service Behaviorist Jenn Corcho to the party along with their well behaved mobility, and anxiety service dogs. Listen to this show so you can try the three tests at home with your dogs to see if they could be hospital visitors or working therapy dogs. Jenn explains how pups are selected and trained to help people with a variety of needs; some of these beautiful dogs which look like small golden retrievers, are trained to detect seizures, or diabetic issues and some help people with crutches, wheelchairs, blindness and deafness. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Service Dogs Unleashed on Pet Life Radio. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deb Wolfe tells of the advances in cone collars and together Stacy Mantle and Deb describe the light and see through and more comfortable options and choices now available when your dog or cat must wear a bell or cone collar. Stacy’s recommendation for stinky pet odors leads to Deborah going through a fast summary of everything you need to do to get your cat to use the litter box. Pumpkin and coconut oil and how they can help pets is discussed by these two experienced pet lovers who have tried and tested products for both cats and dogs and even chickens and goats for years. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Cone Collars on Pet Life Radio. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.