Monthly Archives: December 2009

Pete Feeds Smokey “Almost” Better Stuff

Posted on December 30, 2009 by Tracie

I got this email (almost in “code,” but didn’t want to alter or correct it and remove its original flavor. Also, now you can see the sort of mysteries I often have to unravel!) Hi miss Tracey I heard your … Continue reading →

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Listener Wants the Ruffwear Boots from Smartpak Canine

Posted on December 30, 2009 by Tracie

I got this from Jill, one of my Southern California listeners who follows my shows by podcast: I was listening to podcasts of your shows for this week and those dog shoes you spoke about intrigued me.  I live in … Continue reading →

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Staten Island Shih Tzu’s Dinner

Posted on December 29, 2009 by Tracie

I got this nice email from Claire on Staten Island who found DOG TALK® & CAT CHAT® on WOR 710 in New York City: Last night was the first time I heard your program. What a wonderful experience! I am … Continue reading →

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Guide Dogs Get Special Treatment At The AMC

Posted on December 29, 2009 by Tracie

I was so pleased to hear from my new listener Ann, who heard my WOR show and is a patient of the fine dermatologist from the Animal Medical Center, Mark Macina, whom I had as a guest. She wrote: Hi … Continue reading →

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Chucho the Itchy Havanese

Posted on December 29, 2009 by Tracie

I was pleased to get this question from a nice listener to my new show DOG TALK® & CAT CHAT® on WOR 710 in New York City. So many dogs are itchy, often from a deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids … Continue reading →

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How to Avoid Rabies Vaccine for an Older Chihuahua?

Posted on December 23, 2009 by Tracie

I received this question from Chuck in Southern California, looking for a way to avoid giving a rabies vaccination to his older Chi Chi. I have an 11yr old Chihuahua, “Chalupa” and the animal control people are insisting I give … Continue reading →

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Anxiety Wrap Conquers Thunderstorm Fear

Posted on December 12, 2009 by Tracie

I finally had occasion to see for myself that this simple little stretch garment can help a dog who has to be peeled off the ceiling at the sound of thunder. So many of you have written me and called … Continue reading →

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Curing Skin Problems with Better Nutrition

Posted on December 5, 2009 by Tracie

I got this note from Lisa, who called into my radio show about her Lab Ally who has been suffering from skin problems and a hot spot resulting from them: Thanks for suggesting I get my lab off Iams, in … Continue reading →

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