Category Archives: Adoption

What’s The Story With eBay Selling Dogs In Their Classifieds?

Posted on March 30, 2011 by Tracie

I received a mass emailing that came from a group called Change.org that expressed a call to action to sign a petition that it was critical for eBay to cease carrying dogs in their classified section. Here are some of … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Finding a Rescue for Purebred Cats!

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Tracie

Dana, in Homer Glen, Illinois, entered her two darling kitties in the Weruva Cutest Kitty Contest. I replied by telling her about my radio shows and books. Her answer was: I am waiting for The Cat Bible to arrive from … Continue reading →

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Social Terrorism at Work: Self-Righteous E-mails About the Show They Never Heard

Posted on October 31, 2010 by Tracie

Self-Righteous e-mails from people who never listened to the Dog Talk® show they are angry about — social terrorism at work In order to follow this sordid little tale, you would do best to have listened to DOG TALK® a … Continue reading →

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Puppy Mills Infiltrating PetFinder Correction

Posted on January 16, 2010 by Tracie

I got this gentle correction and suggestion from Bambi, a DOG TALK® listener who had brought to my attention that Petfinder.com has been infiltrated by puppy mill producers claiming the dogs are “for adoption” but at a very high fee … Continue reading →

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Rescuing a Puppy Mill Shih Tzu

Posted on July 20, 2009 by Tracie

I loved getting this cheery news from Tammi, whom I have helped with a few kitty questions. How exciting to actually “meet” one of the good souls who adopts dogs after they are liberated from the hell of a puppy … Continue reading →

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Kitty for Disabled Cat Lover

Posted on May 2, 2009 by Tracie

My name is David and I am currently thinking about getting a cat. I have a few questions that I need answered before I make any decisions. I would greatly appreciate it if you could answer as many of these … Continue reading →

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Feeding Pregnant Mama

Posted on April 17, 2009 by Tracie

Hi Tracie! First, thank you for all you do for animals and their guardians! I have a young cat that started hanging around my house several months ago so I began feeding her. She has no collar and I received … Continue reading →

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Was I Promoting Buying Purebred Cats?

Posted on January 26, 2009 by Tracie

When I was recently on Martha’s TV show I was celebrating some of the purebred cats so people could learn more about them. The first cat we saw was Martha’s own newly-adopted Himalayan, Sir Frost. I want to clear up … Continue reading →

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How Much was that Kitty on the TV Show?

Posted on January 16, 2009 by Tracie

Hi Tracie, I am inquiring about the Maine Coon cat you had on Martha TV show today. Is it for sale? Our Maine Coon passed away and it is a sad story. We adopted him from the local shelter, SPCA. … Continue reading →

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Puppy Mill Survivor Issues

Posted on October 29, 2008 by Tracie

I told this very conscientious soon-to-be-dog-mom to call into my show so I could explain about what the issues are in puppy mill “survivors.” Hi Tracie, We’re really looking forward to listening to the podcast and also getting a copy … Continue reading →

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