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Dog Talk (2-17-2012) Dr. Sue Ettinger is an oncologist who co-authored the extraordinary THE DOG CANCER SURVIVAL GUIDE, with Dr. Demian Dressler, an essential resource for anyone whose dog has been diagnosed with this rampant disease. (Dr Ettinger can be found at animalspecialtycenter.com or DrSueCancerVet.com); John Woestendiek wrote DOG, INC. about the world of dog cloning and the fascinating rogues and dreamers he encountered; Dog Talk's® own Official Trainer Allison Denlea of Paws4Positive Training discusses the use of basket muzzles for aggressive dogs and the mantra "Until you can train, manage and restrain." For those who realize a muzzle may be in order for their own dog, you can go to KVVetsupply.com and use the phrase "Italian basket muzzle" or here are some links:

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Dog Talk (2-10-2012) Tracie talks about recognizing and managing the pain that older dogs have from arthritis and adopting all the measures available as soon as you see signs of stiffness, difficulty getting up and moving around: a high quality joint supplement like Platinum Performance, an ecologically conscious and pure omega-3 fish oil like Nordic Naturals, use of anti-inflammatory medication like Metacam, a series of Adequan injections and finally the turn-back-the-clock miracle of stem-cell treatment; Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins discusses the pheromone spray and diffuser Feliway — when to use it and where not to employ it; Dr. Michael Moyer is the head of the department of shelter medicine at the University of Pennsylvania veterinary school and discusses how to improve conditions in shelters for cats, which lowers their stress, reduces illness spreading, and increases adoptions because cats are more relaxed.

Dog Talk (2-3-2012) Dr. Karen Sueda (a veterinary behavior specialist at the VCA Hospital in West Los Angeles) discusses inter-cat aggression: how to avoid it, identify it, and resolve it; if you've ever wondered what owning a wolf or wolf-hybrid would be like, Ceiridwen Terrill's riveting account in PART WILD of buying and raising a wolf-hybrid puppy will cure you of any such misguided impulse; Dr. Annie Forslund (a California vet who specializes in-home pet euthanasia) discusses end-of-life issues and how to determine when "the time has come." (Find more information at www.HomePetEuthanasia.com.)

Dog Talk (1-27-2012) Dr. Elsey personally created all the cat-conscious litters for Precious Cat litter, and talks about the new Respiratory Relief Litter for asthmatic kitties and their people, as well as the "Save 5, Give 5" campaign for Multiple Myeloma Research; Paul Chutkow talks about the delights and challenges chronicled in his memoir ZELDA: The Queen of Paris about rescuing a New Delhi street dog and taking her along to Paris when he moved; Dr. Dennis Lawler is a research veterinarian who discusses the pitfalls in looking for black and white answers in biological medical situations (like rules about the rabies vaccine) when the answers are actually shades of gray.

Dog Talk (1-20-2012) Are you in the New York area and want to explore doing Happiness Visits with your dog to nursing homes, schools, hospitals or the Ronald McDonald house? Learn more about it from Nancy George-Michalson, the program coordinator of the NYC Pet Partners program and part of the Delta Society (http://www.deltasociety.org/); a Cinderella story that's too good to be true (but it is!) Dan Stallings founded the Mid-Atlantic Weimaraner rescue and, in the process of rescuing dogs, he saved the life of one dog who was in deplorable condition -- and happened to be an intact male with registration papers. Hear how under his show name Unforgettable this dog went from rags to riches and in a short time became a Grand Champion who will actually be competing at the Westminster Dog Show next month; Dr. Demian Dressler is a vet in Hawaii who has co-written THE DOG CANCER SURVIVAL GUIDE that should be on the shelf of any owner with a dog breed at risk for cancer -- and everyone whose dog already has cancer -- and even humans fighting cancer. A monumental work that is a life-changer and lifesaver.

Dog Talk (1-13-2012) Kimberly from the Anxiety Wrap company explains that the scientific torso compression (based on Temple Grandin's work) and acupressure points in the design of the Anxiety Wrap are what has given so much relief to Tracie's thunderstorm scairedy-cat Scooby Doo (who now also reacts the same way when the generator does a self-test every Saturday and makes him think the power has gone out so there must be a storm!) Kimberly tells how Tufts University Veterinary school did a study using the Anxiety Wrap that showed a nearly 90% reduction in anxiety behaviors during thunderstorms; Marine Mike Dowling talks about his fantastic Military Working Dog Sergeant Rex and his work alongside the dog in Iraq, which he chronicled so vividly in his book SERGEANT REX: The Unbreakable Bond Between a Marine and his Military Working Dog; Lucy Postins, the owner of The Honest Kitchen discusses being a small private company and having the freedom to "give back" and make charitable contributions -- which she considers a privilege (and which makes Tracie really cross that some people have the gall to criticize her choice of charities!)

Dog Talk (1-06-2012) A sampling of Tracie's favorite conversations with Wayne Pacelle, CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, from their weekly podcast "Humane Talk" on www.HSUS.org: first, the brutal practice of horse "soring" in the three-and-five gaited horse show world, intentionally causing pain to a horse's feet to make them step higher; second, the heartwarming tale of an animal shelter created right next to a prison in Louisiana where dogs live with select prisoners who train and ready them for adoption; and finally, the concept of Meatless Mondays, both for people and pets, to raise awareness of and reduce the environmental impact of meat consumption.

Dog Talk (12-30-2011) A year-end treat! A long conversation with the divine and inimitable author Alexander McCall Smith -- adored by millions for his many series of books (The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series being Tracie's favorite) -- who has finally made a dog the center of another hilarious series that introduces the Pimlico Terrier. (No, there is no such thing!) Freddie de la Hay in Corduroy Mansions and continues with The Dog Who Came in From the Cold. Alexander calls from his native Scotland to discuss his creative process -- where does he get inspiration from for his unforgettable characters? -- and explains how dogs and cats have fit into his own life (Augustus Basil the Tonkinese kitty being his current pet); Tracie discusses a recent cover article in the Sunday New York Times that highlighted the physical harm being done by breeders to the English Bulldog, and she goes further to include many other breeds being harmed by short-sighted breeding like the Pug, the American German Shepherd and even people insisting on "chocolate" standard poodles (many of which are the purposeful result of incest); Tracie does a year-end wrap up with Wayne Pacelle, CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, of animal-related accomplishments that really mattered in 2011 and resolutions for animals in the New Year.

Dog Talk (12-23-2011) Yolanda Eisenstein's Texas law firm specializes in animal law and her book for the American Bar Association, Careers in Animal Law: Welfare, Protection and Advocacy is an inspiration and blueprint for those in law school looking to dedicate their talents to the betterment of animals, or for practicing lawyers or even retired ones who want to do pro bono work that benefits animals by improving laws; author Bill Henderson is the renowned East Hampton creator of Pushcart Press and the Pushcart Prize -- and now has written an utterly delightful memoir called All My Dogs, which also chronicles life as it used to be in the Hamptons from the more civilized 1960s; Julie Klam wrote You Had me at Woof which she now follows with her new book, Love at First Bark, with further adventures in dog rescue and good humored self-awareness.

SAVE 5, GIVE 5 CAMPAIGN ($5 COUPON FOR CAT ATTRACT LITTERS) "Save 5, Give 5" campaign by Precious Cat litter, which is a generous supporter of DOG TALK® (and Kitties, too!) Get a $5 coupon for Cat Attract and other litters and Precious Cat will donate $5 to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. Dr. Elsey's wife Kathy is fighting against the cancer Multiple Myeloma and their company wants to continue funding research as they have with over $3 million already! Please help and get $5 off on your litter at the same time! Read more.

Dog Talk (12-16-2011) Dr. Alice Villalobos, world-renowned cancer veterinarian (and the Official Oncologist of both DOG TALK® and CAT CHAT®) talks about her new concept of identifying a 5th stage of a pet's life -- End of Life (EOL) -- which emphasizes quality of life in the final days, weeks or months for a pet; author Carl Anthony talks about how he dedicated himself to managing his adopted Weimaraner's End of Life and the article he wrote for Huffington Post about his experience (link to Part 2 below); Tracie discusses the difference in feeding carbohydrates to cats vs. dogs and how toy dogs have no need at all for dry food, while premium kibble can be one component of a large and active dog's menu. (Helping Old Pets, Part 1, Part 2)

Dog Talk (12-9-2011) Tracie reads a very touching letter from a couple who took her advice to get their sickly kitties off "kitty crack" and onto her favorite canned cat food, Weruva; Tracie wanted to share some of her favorite segments from the weekly online podcast Humane Talk that she has been creating for the website of the Humane Society of the United States with its CEO Wayne Pacelle. The first segment explains ballot initiatives and how politics can work to undermine animal welfare legislation; the second is about the importance of "Just Saying No to Fur" and the ethics of companies that go Fur Free, like "O" Magazine which now refuses fur ads and Overstock.com which has removed any real fur on any of their millions of items; the final segment is about the massive job of saving the lives of donkeys in Hawaii that have been abandoned after no longer being useful in the sugar trade and were airlifted to sanctuaries and adoptions on mainland U.S. by HSUS. (Tracie encourages others to adopt donkeys as she has!)

Dog Talk (12-2-2011) Betsey McFarland is the Senior Vice President for Companion Animals at the Humane Society of the United States and she recounts the extraordinary rescue mission undertaken to airlift a colony of feral cats off San Nicolas Island -- and the sanctuary where they are now housed, including a webcam to watch them (all links to the story and webcam are below); Karen Shanor, who wrote BATS SING, MICE GIGGLE: The Surprising Science of Animals' Inner Lives, discusses what we can learn from animals (especially the importance of play and naps!); the Official Dog Trainer of DOG TALK®, Allison Denlea of Paws4Positive Training, explains to Tracie why her youngest dog Teddy has learned bad attitudes from her older, more neurotic dogs -- and how daily obedience "homework" can get him back in balance, and how anyone in any multi-dog household is at risk for this occurrence. (Links: Stories of the San Nicholas Cats | Wayne's Blog Post on Two-Year Anniversary of Project | Interactive Webcam of Cats' Enclosure)

Dog Talk (11-25-2011) New York Times Executive Editor Jill Abramson combines a passion for her dog Scout -- star of THE PUPPY DIARIES -- with a reporter's inquisitive mind about all aspects of raising a puppy in this delightful, honest and thoughtful book. Tracie finds a "bone to pick" with Jill about her personal decisions about feeding choices, while saluting her for viewing dog training from every perspective and trying to incorporate all possible theories in teaching her beautiful Scout not to pull on the leash; Jackson Galaxy, the cat behavior genius who stars in Animal Planet's My Cat From Hell, discusses the biggest challenges he had on the first season in managing some pretty out of control kitties, and how he uses feng shui and his own Spirit Essences to alter the energy and mood in some cat households. Tracie tells Jackson he'll be receiving signed copies of The Cat Bible for all the families he helped on his show.

Dog Talk (11-18-2011) Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson is the admittedly "dog-besotted" author of a luscious new book DOGS MAKE US HUMAN, with his text inspired by the dazzling photos of people and their dogs taken by wildlife photographer Art Wolfe during his travels around the globe -- Jeffrey calls into DOG TALK® from his home in New Zealand (where summer is just about to begin!) to discuss how he went from being a Freudian analyst to the author of the hugely best-selling book Dogs Don't Lie About Love (one of Tracie's old favorites) and discusses how a dog's love is better and truer than anything a mere human can manage; this captivating book really has to be on everyone's holiday wish list; Nancy Kerns, the editor of the indispensable Whole Dog Journal discusses some of the important recent articles in the magazine about Addison's disease (and how to know if your dog has it), Cushings Disease (ditto) and the newest rating of canned dog foods and how the list is compiled.

Dog Talk (11-11-2011) Do you remember the sad story of Gil, whose five-year-old guide dog Evie (the Furry Ferrari) was found to have cancer and died suddenly this year during chemotherapy? Well now there is terrific happy news! Gil talks about his new guide dog partner Satch, a big beautiful yellow Lab. Gil describes their partnership, from frolics in their local river (photo below) to squeezing into a small commuter plane for Satch's first-ever plane ride; Roselle is the heroine of Michael Hingson's riveting new book Thunder Dog, that chronicles the author escaping on 9/11 from the 78th floor of the World Trade Center Tower One with his brave and steady guide dog (recently awarded Hero of the Year by the American Humane Association). Mike Hingson also discusses the importance for all of us to really get to know our pet dogs better and to form a deeper relationship with them; artist Ron Burns created a tribute portrait of Roselle (a great gift for Labrador lovers!) with 40% of the sales supporting Roselle's Wish http://www.rosellefoundation.org/

Dog Talk (11-4-2011) Susan Orlean's RIN TIN TIN deserved every bit of the rave review it got on the front page of the New York Times Book Review. Susan talks to Tracie about how the arc of the canine film star's life and legend spans the history of dogs in our world, from war time to dog shows and how our "modern" understanding of the canine-human bond has actually been around a very long time; Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins joins Tracie to explain how the pheromone products Feliway for cats and D.A.P. (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) work on our pets' emotional equilibrium and the inestimable value to a little puppy of wearing a D.A.P. collar in the first months of adaptation away from his mother and litter; they also discuss the ethical travesty of vet-prescribed and scientifically engineered dry food that veterinarians sell for cats that 1) can cause urinary tract problems, 2) then sell a second food that is supposed to "cure" the urinary stones and crystals caused by the first food, 3) and then sell a third food intended to "cure" the second kind of urinary stones caused by the second food. And to top it off, feeding these urinary formulas of dry food to cats who do not yet have urinary crystals from dry food can actually cause the very problem, in a horrible daisy chain of unnecessary illness.

Dog Talk (10-28-2011) Patrick Kruse is the brains behind Ruff Wear -- outdoor gear for dogs, a company and products Tracie has long-admired for their functionality with active dogs in the real world. Patrick talks about the Omnijore system Ruff Wear has developed that allows any dog to pull someone in remarkable a array of settings (see product description below); Carol Quinn's book FOLLOW MY LEAD: What Training My Dogs Taught Me About Life, Love and Happiness is a terrific blend of personal and universal truths about how we love and learn and what our dogs contribute to that process; Dr. Donna Spector, the Official Second Opinion Vet of the show talks about how she gets to the bottom of tricky cases, like the badness on mini-Dachshund Huckleberry.

Dog Talk (10-21-2011) Adrienne D. Davis (the Vice Provost and the William M. Van Cleve Professor of Law at Washington University in St. Louis Missouri) discusses pet inheritance laws and how to protect your pets better than Leona Helmsley and Alexander McQueen, whose bequests were not legally air tight (she also discusses laws about animal welfare which extend to legal protection for guinea pigs in Switzerland!); Laura Pople is the head of SEER Farms Sanctuary, the much-needed sanctuary for pets that people need to place in a safe haven while they recover from medical problems, financial woes, deployment in the military or escape from a domestic abuse situation. She especially thanks the generous folks at Dr. Elsey's cat litter company who sent a second shipment of ONE TON of CAT ATTRACT litter to the sanctuary! SEER Farms has even taken in some colonies of feral cats (that had been looked after by people whose homes were lost in foreclosure) and Laura says the proof of Cat Attract litter's excellence is that those wild cats have never seen a litter box in their lives but go right into the box with Cat Attract in it!

Dog Talk (10-14-2011) This show celebrates PETFINDER.COM and shelter dogs everywhere! Betsy Saul was the founder of a brilliant new concept -- Petfinder.com -- when she created it as a "do-gooder hobby" in 1995. She tells all about how it has grown to the #1 pet site in the world, and now with over 2.5 million adoption per year (and an all time total of more than 17 million), and the millions of people who go to her website every day to indulge in "puppy por n" and dream about all the wonderful deserving dogs waiting for a real home; Michael Kloth's new photographic book SHELTER PUPPIES will melt your heart, and shows the world what gorgeous little pups are right in your nearby shelter (and all findable on Petfinder.com!); Lisa Prince Fishler is also a professional pet photographer who has enlisted Michael Kloth and other colleagues in a new non-profit called HeARTsSpeak.com which encourages professionals and other photographers to donate their talents to their local shelter to take better photos of the adoptable pets (which go up on Petfinder.com of course!) and vastly improve their chances of being adopted; Shana Bockleman talks about running the therapy dog program at her SPCA in Cincinnati and what sort of dogs make good candidates for working in schools, nursing homes, and hospitals.

Dog Talk (10-7-2011) The Anti-Puppy Mill Show! This show is devoted to issues surrounding the tragedy of puppy mills and what some people are doing about it. JON COOPER is the Majority Leader of the Suffolk County Legislature and he discusses a new resolution he introduced to the Legislature to create the nation's first rating system for stores that sell puppies; Andy Nibley is the director of the superb documentary MADONNA OF THE MILLS, following one woman who goes into Pennsylvania puppy mills and quietly saves one soon-to-be discarded breeding dog after another and sends them into real homes; Ed Fritz is the Executive Director of the SOUTHAMPTON ANIMAL SHELTER, where they have taken in some of the dogs rescued by the Madonna of the Mills and Ed talks about these new arrivals.

Dog Talk (9-30-2011) Tracie asks Allison Denlea, the Official Trainer of the show, how to introduce her Pack of Three Big Dogs to the squirrel-sized chocolate Lab puppy next door and Allison discusses the precautions and safeguards necessary when any grown dog is around a vulnerable puppy; Spencer Quinn has another fun dog's-eye-view detective mystery in The Dog Who Knew Too Much (and Tracie finds out why he uses this pseudonym when—as his "other self" Peter Abrahams—he has won an Edgar Award and Stephen King has heaped praise on his writing); Ellen Torop is the head of the Medford, Long Island Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) and discusses the half Lab/half Golden Retriever puppies (raised by volunteers) and how they go on to assist people with physical challenges to be independent and all-around happier!

Dog Talk (9-23-2011) Lucy Postins, creator and owner of The Honest Kitchen, talks about her unusual new herbal teas for dogs and cats (yes, at long last, tea time for the four-legged set has arrived!) Tracie likes EASY PEESY for Scooby Doo's problems with bladder stones and has even made the calming tea QUIET for herself. (Everything from The Honest Kitchen is human edible and drinkable!) Tracie also thanks Lucy for her extraordinary generosity in choosing to provide The Honest Kitchen food for life for beautiful yellow Lab, Satchel, the marvelous new guide dog partnered with long time DOG TALK® listener Gil, who lost his beloved Evie the Furry Ferrari to cancer when she was only five (see the photo below of Gil and his gorgeous new partner!); Writer Wade Rouse talks about I'M NOT THE BIGGEST BITCH IN THIS RELATIONSHIP, the delightful collection of stories and essays he edited by a great group of fine and funny writers, several of whom have already been on DOG TALK® themselves! Tracie talks about how she lectures and "hounds" her neighbors and friends who are feeding supermarket bagged food to their dogs -- and/or dry "kitty crack" to their cats -- and pokes some fun at herself for being the bossy older sister nobody wants to peek in their pet food pantry!

Dog Talk (9-16-2011) THE OLD-TIMERS SHOW! A whole show devoted to the issues affecting your senior dogs (which Dr. Phil explains means FIVE years old and up for large breed dogs, but maybe only 9 years old for a toy breed). Dr Phil Padrid, the official vet of the show, uses personal examples and cites important studies to explain why seeing the vet for a wellness visit twice a year can improve the quality and length of your old-timer's life; Nancy Kerns, the delightful Editor of (the indispensable) The Whole Dog Journal discusses a series of articles written over the years by WDJ contributor Lisa Rodier, which focus on how to manage old-timer's issues like Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome and mobility challenges.

Dog Talk (9-9-2011) Dr. Stacey Radin formed Unleashed (www.UnleashedNY.org) to empower middle-school girls by pairing them with shelter dogs they work to get adopted; David Haworth, the new CEO of the Morris Animal Foundation shares his enthusiasm for the MAF's funding of medical advances for animals; Joanne Bourbeau, from the Humane Society of the United States in Vermont, talks about the need for legislation to protect dogs in even small breeding operations which can become horrible hoarding situations.

Dog Talk (9-2-2011) Tracie does a solo! A guest-free show in which Tracie talks about her shock at the amorality displayed by Adam Gopnik in his recent article "Dog Story" in The New Yorker, in which he blithely admits to knowingly buying a puppy mill puppy for his 11-year-old daughter from a "nice" pet store on Lexington Avenue (because it was easier than meeting a breeder) and never considers the lesson he is giving her in choosing not to add a puppy to their life the "right" way; she discusses how cats are not cold and impassive "furniture decorations" but instead have a rich and interesting intellectual and emotional life that is being ignored by many owners who do not provide stimulating play environments and opportunities for their felines to express their true "catness." Tracie mentions a recent New York Times Style Section article which tagged three "must have" fall clothing items, one of which was a braided fur jacket, which she suggests is something we all must not have in our wardrobe because of the ghastly consequences to the animals who gave up that fur; lastly, Tracie discusses how many people don't do anything for their older dogs who are limping and shuffling along in serious pain from arthritis, for which there are many treatments, including: a glucosamine supplement like Platinum Performance, anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids from a quality fish oil like Nordic Naturals; a liquid anti-inflammatory medication like Metacam, injections of Adequan, stem cell therapy like the one she got for her two dogs from Vet-Stem and then acupuncture, chiropractic, massage and swimming.

Dog Talk (8-26-2011) Jen Cronley is a reiki master—a native of Montauk on the East End (EastEndReiki.com) who discusses the value of using this hands-on healing, especially for older pets. Tracie suggests using it when putting a pet to sleep to ease both the humans and the animal as it crosses the Rainbow Bridge; Dr. Kate Hurley at U.C. Davis Veterinary School talks about her study (funded by the wonderful Morris Animal Foundation) of improved cages for cats in shelters, making them more cat-friendly and increasing adoptions; Staff Sergeant Christopher Fall calls from Kyrgyzstan (pronounced Kurgistan!) and talks about his remarkable Military Working Dog Lucky, a 10-year-old Belgian Malinois who works alongside Staff Sergeant Hall and other handlers as part of Operation Enduring Freedom, keeping our bases safe around the world.

Dog Talk (8-19-2011) Jennifer Holland, the author of UNLIKELY FRIENDSHIPS (who is also a senior editor at National Geographic) talks about the collection of breathtaking photographs and amazing stories of cross-species friendships she has gathered from around the world; Dr. Alice Villalobos (veterinary oncologist and also head of the Society for Veterinary Medical Ethics) discusses the options of palliative care and Pawspice for older animals with life-limiting illnesses and the moral dilemmas that veterinarians face every day in putting animals to sleep; Neil Abramson author of UNSAID, talks about how nearly losing his own veterinarian wife inspired him to write his novel from the point of view of a veterinarian who has died young and wonders what her life has amounted to, wrestles with the life and death decisions veterinarians have to make every day and worries about encountering all the animals she has put to sleep, and leaving behind a grieving husband and a menagerie of animals.

Dog Talk (8-12-2011) Victoria Stillwell, star of Tracie's favorite dog training television show IT'S ME OR THE DOG (and the book of the same name) talks about the challenge of finding a well-informed, gentle and effective dog trainer and how she has started Positively Dog Trainers, her own system of evaluating trainers; Tracie talks about misunderstandings about good dog nutrition by telling about a recent family picnic at her friends in Tyringham, Massachusetts where there were more dogs than people; and DOG TALK's® own Dr. Phil Padrid tells you the most important things to watch out for in protecting against risks in anesthesia for your dog and cat, recommending that you check "dog breed related genetic conditions" to see if your dog is at higher risk with anesthesia, like Dobermans are (and Maine Coon cats, too); Tracie talks about how she brought a copy of I'LL WAIT IN THE CAR for the hostess of the dog-happy lunch in Tyringham and how all the dog-loving people loved the book, a dandy gift for any dog lovers in your life.

Dog Talk (8-05-2011) Don't take lumps on your pets for granted! Get every bump checked with a needle biopsy by your vet to make sure it is not cancerous! Veterinary oncologist Dr. Brian Huber discusses how to find cancers early in dogs and cats, the good cure rates for mast cell and other cancers when found early; Naturopathic (human patient!) doctor Keri Marshall, ND, talks about how people and their pets need omega-3 essential oils (preferably from fish oil like Nordic Naturals); Laura-Flynn Amato has personally saved over 2,000 neglected breeding dogs from Pennsylvania puppy mills and is the subject of the HBO documentary (airing August 24th) called MADONNA OF THE MILLS.

Dog Talk (7-29-2011) Hear all about my new podcast, interviews with Wayne Pacelle (CEO of the Humane Society of the United States) and I brag about our new joint venture, a weekly podcast on the HSUS.org website called HUMANE TALK, in which I interview Wayne about topics he raises in his thought-provoking blogs; a heart-warming welcome to Satch, the new guide from Pilot Dogs for Gil Lutz, who recently lost his beautiful young guide Evie to cancer (and inspired the Cancer Special show); Gil talks about the guide dogs who preceded Satch and what that partnership and bond between man and dog is really like; and a fabulously generous offer of the healthiest dog food on the planet for Satch from Lucy Postins, founder of The Honest Kitchen, the raw dehydrated "human tested" food my dogs eat as part of every meal.

Dog Talk (7-22-2011) The MILITARY WORKING DOG SPECIAL! An in-depth look at all aspects of the great canines (and their handlers) who are serving our country all over the world: Dr. Stewart Hilliard explains how dogs are chosen over in Europe for a career in the military; Major Roberts talks about the training of both dogs and handlers from all branches of the military; and Veterinary Behaviorist Walter Burghardt talks about providing medical and psychological support for the over 1,500 canines working for the U.S. worldwide, in particular how to recognize and handle PTSD in dogs.

Dog Talk (7-15-2011) THE SECOND ANXIETY SPECIAL! So many listeners were interested in solutions to their dogs' issues with separation and thunderstorms, this show is entirely devoted to the topic. Hear a sample of "Through a Dog's Ear" played by concert pianist Lisa Spector, who partnered with a "sound scientist" to develop a series of CDs to soothe dogs' nerves. The Calm your Canine series can also settle down a roomful of four-year-old humans! And there's also the "Driving Edition: Music to Calm your Dog in the Car"; Susan Sharpe, dog trainer and developer of the ANXIETY WRAP and FACE WRAP explains the science behind the development of these tools for naturally calming an anxious dog at home or in the car; Dr.Terry Curtis, one of the 50 board-certified Veterinary Behaviorists in the country discusses how she uses D.A.P. (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) on every canine house call and often uses FELIWAY on the kitties with behavior issues. She teaches at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine and will travel 3 hours in any direction from there to make house calls for lucky Floridians with pet problems!

Tracie Interviewed: I recently had the opportunity to be interviewed about how dogs and cats fit into the family unit on a live Internet radio show called "Family First." For anyone who has children of any age and is considering adding a pet to your household or to anyone who has pets that are creating tension or discord between parents or parents and children, I invite you to hear my advice in this interview. Additionally, I talk about the causes of dog bites to children and how to educate yourself and your children to prevent being bitten, a topic I recently discussed with Victoria Stillwell from "It's Me or the Dog" on DOG TALK®.

Raffle For A Great Canine Cause: Check out Canine Health Event Inc.'s Summer Raffles at http://www.caninehealthevents.org/raffles.htm!! We are raffling off a weekend at a dog-friendly cottage on Cape Cod, a handmade quilt by Pat McKinney, beautiful artwork by Debbie Claussen and Barry Rosen, and a $250 gift certificate for Max200. All proceeds from this raffle go toward canine health research and dog owner education. Our past raffles have supported research by the Golden Retriever Foundation, the AKC Canine Health Foundation and the Morris Animal Foundation. Pass this on to your friends and help us help dogs!

 

Dog Talk (7-8-2011) Journalist Elisabeth Bumiller talks about her recent New York Times article about dogs in the military, specifically in the Marines (like the dog who helped on the Bin Laden mission in Pakistan); Dr. Nancy Kay shares advice about how to be a "responsible surfer" when asking "Dr. Google" for veterinary advice and how to share that information with your own vet using suggestions from her book SPEAKING FOR SPOT; anthropologist Pat Shipman discusses new findings on how far back in history dogs were allied with people, from her book THE ANIMAL CONNECTION: A New Perspective on What Makes us Human.

 

Dog Talk (7-01-2011) The author of DOG SENSE: How the New Science of Dog Behavior Can Make You a Better Friend to Your Pet John Bradshaw calls from the "other Southampton" (England!) where he founded the Anthrozoology Institute at the University there (and another at the University of Bristol) to discuss the problems with pedigreed dogs in the U.K. and America; Tracie discusses dog bite prevention and how to choose a skilled dog trainer with Victoria Stillwell, the star of "It's Me or the Dog,"(the TV dog training show Tracie most admires) and author of a book by the same name which is as beautifully photographed as it is very useful for training advice (links to organizations mentioned in the interview are below); Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins and Tracie discuss the increasing danger of ticks to us and our dogs with the emergence of the malaria-like infection called babesiosis being carried by deer ticks, which is less common than Lyme disease but can be fatal. This recent New York Times article explains all.

Organizations mentioned in the Victoria Stillwell interview: For information on how currently-practicing dog trainers can join her global network go to www.positively.com/training; for information on educating schoolchildren about dog safety go to http://doggonesafe.com; for information on how to get training to become a dog trainer go to http://www.karenpryoracademy.com/.

 

Dog Talk (6-24-2011) A Whole Show Devoted To Understanding Cancer Chemotherapy: More than half of the dogs whose people are listening to this show will get some kind of cancer. You owe it to yourself and your pets to learn everything you can now. This show was inspired by the tragic and sudden death of the 5-year-old Black Lab Evie, who was the guide dog for my long time listener Gil. He discovered her cancer and got what he thought was the best treatment, yet was shocked and confused that she died within a week of receiving chemotherapy. I wanted to know more about what risks there are in chemotherapy and also whether the treatment given Evie was correct. The first guest on this show is Dr. Brian Huber, a wonderful and smart cancer veterinarian I met a few years ago at Western Veterinary Conference, where I had been invited by Jack Stephens, the owner of Pets Best insurance (which would have paid for this or any cancer treatment, by the way). Dr Huber owns Oncura Partners, which provides chemotherapy protocol and instructions for people's own vets to administer -- the most up-to-date medications, protective gear and a support system for the primary veterinarian with questions or emergencies. The second guest is Dr. Donna Spector (www.SpectorDVM.com) who is the official Second Opinion Vet on this show, who discusses the particulars of this case and how she can function as a support system for you and your primary vet when you are making decisions and going through cancer diagnosis and treatment. (For the entire email exchange between Dr. Huber, Dr. Spector and Tracie, please go to my blog post.)

Dog Talk (6-17-2011) Alexandra Horowitz, Barnard professor and and author of the (huge!) best seller INSIDE OF A DOG discusses a variety of topics from the book; Alison Pace tells about her fun mystery romp with Max (an art-discerning pug) in the Metropolitan Museum in New York in her novel A PUG'S TALE; the owner of Sheapet skin products for dogs discusses where this organic, fair trade shea butter comes from and the villages in Uganda which are sustained by his company.

Dog Talk (6-10-2011) World-renowned veterinarian Dr. Bruce Fogle (author of a marvelous new book DOG) discusses a new way of spaying female dogs removing only the ovaries; (human) geriatrician Dr. David Dosa author of MAKING ROUNDS WITH OSCAR discusses this remarkable cat who predicts when elderly patients are going to die; Inspector Stuart Cameron Commanding Officer with the Special patrol Bureau of the Suffolk County Police Department discusses the training of "cadaver dogs" who have recently been searching Long Island beaches for the remains of victims of a serial killer.

Dog Talk (6-3-2011) Author Dale Peterson talks about his new book THE MORAL LIVES OF ANIMALS and how Jane Goodall inspired his fascinating journey to discover whether animals have a moral sense; great advice for about 3 treatment options for hyperthyroidism in cats from Dr Phil Padrid, the Official Vet of DOG TALK®, and an explanation of which vaccinations are needed for dogs and cats.

Don't forget to put your aging kitty cat into the WERUVA OLDEST KITTY CONTEST and win great Weruva and BFF (Best Feline Friend) food from PETFLOW.com as well as copies of THE CAT BIBLE! Send photo, your cat's name and age to Tracie at RadioPetLady@gmail.com

 

Dog Talk (5-27-2011) Stacie Forman, co-owner with her husband of WERUVA pet food, talks about the little blind senior dog she just rescued and fulfilled a dream of saving an older pet -- and she announces the OLDEST KITTY CONTEST with multiple winners getting a case of Weruva and BFF (Best Feline Friend) from PETFLOW.COM and also copies of THE CAT BIBLE! [Send your older kitty's photo to RadioPetLady@gmail.com and tell your friends to do the same]; Pete Nelson and Tracie read a very funny chapter from his novel I THOUGHT YOU WERE DEAD, with Tracie taking the part of Stella, the very smart dog who is the heroine of the book; Nancy Kerns, editor of THE WHOLE DOG JOURNAL discusses her editorial about how private rescues and shelters sometimes make it too hard or unpleasant for would-be adopters, who then might go to The Mall (heaven forbid!) to buy a puppy straight from a puppy mill; Tracie urges anyone with an itchy dog to get a subscription at Whole-Dog-Journal.com so they can treasure the April 2011 issue devoted to everything you need to know (and many vets do not) about the causes and treatments for the allergies that are the cause of any itchiness.

Dog Talk (5-20-2011) Mark Herthel of Platinum Performance discusses how joint supplements work and the promise of stem cell therapy for healing; Dr. Peter Li of Humane Society International discusses the recent interception in China of a truck with over 400 stolen dogs and puppies destined for restaurants and general Chinese attitudes towards eating dogs and having them as pets; Wayne Pacelle, CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, talks about his best-selling book THE BOND: Our Kinship with Animals, Our Call to Defend Them and how people across the country are responding positively to raising consciousness about the physical and emotional life of all animals.

Articles Related to Dr. Peter Li's China Story: Surviving the Dog Meat Trade in China & A Wanderer No More

Dog Talk (5-13-2011) Kathleen Summers, Puppy Mill Campaign manager for the Humane Society of the United States, discusses the scams of online puppy sales and how puppies sold online come from puppy millers; a look at "the other side" of puppy purchasing in a discussion with Dana, who breeds European stock German Shepherds at Shepherds of the Mount and talks about the "breeder's dilemma" in choosing the right buyers for her puppies; HOMER'S ODYSSEY author Gwen Cooper explains the blind (literally eyeless) black kitten she named Homer and the lessons she learned from him about facing life with a fearless embrace of the unknown.

Dog Talk (5-6-2011) Litter box expert Dr. Elsey -- who is a feline-only veterinarian practicing in Colorado (where his company Dr. Elsey's Precious Cat litters is also situated) -- talks about how to avoid out-of-litter-box issues with the number of litter boxes (one for each cat plus "one for the house"), what sort of box and also where you place them; Board-Certified Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Karen Sueda from VCA Hospital in West Los Angeles discusses serious aggression in dogs -- what factors raise the danger level and when the last resort of putting a dog to sleep is indicated; Linda Francis Lee talks about her book EMILY AND EINSTEIN in which a character who was a cad of a husband dies and comes back as the wife's quirky Jack Russell terrier.

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society helps barnyard animals as well as dogs and cats which it is matching with people who have lost them in tornado-damaged Alabama. To help go to www.GBHS.org or make a $10 quick donation text GBHS to 50555.

Dog Talk (4-29-2011) Board-certified veterinary behaviorist Dr. Debbie Horowitz from St. Louis discusses the recent tornado in her area and how D.A.P. (dog appeasing pheromone) can help with storm phobia, and Tracie explains how much the Anxiety Wrap also helps Scooby Doo; author Andrew O'Hagan calls from England to discuss his world-acclaimed novel THE LIFE AND OPINIONS OF MAF THE DOG, AND OF HIS FRIEND MARILYN MONROE, inspired by the little Maltese dog who shared Marilyn Monroe's life; Dr. Donna Spector, the Official Veterinary Nutrition Expert of DOG TALK® discusses the inadvisability and pitfalls of a vegan diet for dogs, and the challenge of preparing a canine vegetarian diet (and neither making sense for a cat, whose preferred diet is well described by the definition of a cat as an obligate carnivore.

To find out if one of the 54 board-certified veterinary behaviorists is near you, go to www.dacvb.org; to find a veterinarian who is especially interested in dog and cat behavior issues (but is not board-certified) go to The American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior www.avsabonline.org.

Dog Talk (4-22-2011) Tracie chats with the co-founders of Robinhood Radio, WHDD in Sharon, Connecticut, "the smallest NPR station in the nation" that is now re-broadcasting DOG TALK®; Thomas Pletzinger talks about his widely acclaimed first novel FUNERAL FOR A DOG that Tracie says is like stepping into someone else's dream (or nightmare) and being transported to another reality. Thomas reads aloud from his book for the first time; sports writer and Golden Retriever owner Ann Ligouri (also host of the weekly PPB show Sports Innerview on Saturday mornings at 9 AM) talks with Tracie about whether to breed her gorgeous and wonderful 4-year-old Golden Skye or whether to neuter him and adopt another young Golden.

Starting this week you can hear DOG TALK® (and Kitties, too!) right over the air at 11 AM on Saturdays if you live anywhere reached by WPPB, Peconic Public Broadcasting on Long Island -- or at 1 PM on Sundays on Robinhood radio, WHDD from Sharon, Connecticut and heard in Litchfield and Dutchess counties and in the Berkshires.

Dog Talk (4-14-2011) Dr. Greg Martinez talks about the nutrition advice in his book DOG DISH DIET and how to feed your dog real and healthy food; Allison Weiss Entrekin's delightful book FOR THE LOVE OF DOGS makes a great gift for all ages (as does the fun magazine she edits, Doggie Aficionado); Ed Breslin discusses the relationship between his alcoholism and his dog in DRINKING WITH MISS DUTCHIE. Read Tracie's Canine Cappuccino blog.

Dog Talk (4-7-2011) April is Greyhound Adoption Month and Michael McCann encourages people to add "the world's fastest couch potato" to their lives by going to www.adopt-a-greyhound.org; Steven Kotler's book A SMALL FURRY PRAYER delves into many aspects of dog rescue like the one he and his wife run for Chihuahuas in New Mexico; Tracie recommends the current issue of The Whole Dog Journal investigating itchy skin problems in dogs as the best reason yet to get a subscription: she discusses myth-debunking advice on how to find out if your dog really has allergies with Nancy Kerns, the editor of WDJ and author of the article (which extensively quotes Dr. Donna Spector, the Official Second Opinion Vet of DOG TALK® (as well as our Official Veterinary Nutrition Consultant).

Dog Talk (3-31-2011) Dr Nick Trout talks about his new book EVER BY MY SIDE: A Memoir in 8 Pets and what the human-animal bond has meant in his own family, as well as that of his patients; certified natural health professional Stuart Tomc explains the importance of adding omega-3 essential fatty acids to your diet (Nordic Naturals fish oil being Tracie's choice for her human and pet family); Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins continues the nutrition conversation (she, too, takes Nordic Naturals oils!) and discusses the harm of a diet heavy in highly processed carbohydrates, whether for humans or animals, and the value of high percentages of high quality proteins and fats; Tracie mentions having found a tick on herself and Dr. Elizabeth explains how we need to protect our pets against ticks, fleas and mosquitoes and apparently this is now a year-round threat.

Here's the book on nutrition that Dr. Hodgkins speaks about during the interview: INFLAMMATION NATION by Floyd Chilton and Laura Tucker.

Ticks are here already! As you will hear in Tracie's conversation with Dr. Elizabeth, Tracie found a tick on herself after only one warm day during a still-freezing Spring. Dr. Elizabeth said she heard the same thing from a person in Minnesota -- which means our dogs are already at risk for exposure to any of the terrible tick-borne diseases that can have lifelong consequences for our dogs. Please get Vectra 3D from your veterinarian (or if your vet chooses not to carry it, you can get Vectra at any Banfield cilnic, where it is called First Shield but is the same product made by the same company.

Dog Talk® (3-24-2011) Trainer Karen Fazio is the Dog Super Nanny (TheDogSuperNanny.com) and will go anywhere in America to stay at your house for a night or longer to observe you and your dogs and help find positive solutions to behavior issues (call it a Pawjama party!); Katrina Kittle wrote the luminous novel BLESSINGS OF THE ANIMALS which Tracie adored for the way it wove many different kinds of animals into the complicated marital problems of the heroine - a veterinarian who also does rescue work.

Karen Fazio's writings can be found here.

PETFLOW OFFER: Dr Elsey's Urine Removal Program is a professional and thoroughly effective way to remove urine odor from any surface. You can get it from Petflow.com (with free shipping by putting DOGTALK in the code box) but there is also a wholesale price for veterinarians offices and for animal shelters and rescues.

PUREBRED CAT SHELTER: Looking for a particular breed of cat? 30% of kitties at shelters are purebred -- and there is also the very special rescue that specializes in purebred cats: www.purebredcatrescue.org

PETSMART DISCOUNT: Shopping tip: all Martha Stewart pet products at Petsmart are 20% off for the month of March. Check out the really nice designs and colors in toys, dog clothing and equipment!

Dog Talk® (3-17-2011) Dr. Elsey explains how he came up with the ideas for his innovative clumping and silica litters and how shelter cats helped him get the mix of herbs to their liking in Cat Attract litter; the Grande Dame of clicker training, Karen Pryor, discusses her delightful new book Reaching the Animal Mind and the way that dogs, cats and many other animals like dolphins and ponies can become partners in their own training; Dog Talk's® Official Vet Dr. Phil Padrid says "Sleep with your pets and kiss them all you want!" explaining why he was infuriated by the terrible advice and pseudo-science behind the recent news items cautioning against co-sleeping with pets.

Dog Talk® (3-10-2011) Trainer Allison Denlea of Paws for Positive Training talks about her new Springer Spaniel puppy: how the breeder protected against "Springer rage" and how every proper breeder should work to keep defective genes out of the lines of dogs they breed; Dr. Evelyn Orenbuch is Vice-President of the American Association of Rehabilitative Veterinarians (you can look for a rehab vet near you through the AARV: www.rehabvets.org. Dr. Evelyn is also a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT) and discusses the different ways she prevents and helps repair sports injuries in dogs (see links below) and provides rehab after surgery at her clinic near Atlanta, Georgia; author Ann Dziemianowicz (Tracie even pronounced it correctly!) wrote the endearing gift book Careers for Your Cat with terrific personality tests you can give your cat to figure out the best gainful employment opportunities for your feline friend.

These are the two canine workout videos Dr. Evelyn talks about on the show:
http://www.caninesports.com/dvd.html
http://wizofpaws.net/getontheballtwodvd.aspx

Dog Talk® (3-3-2011) Hal Herzog and his fascinating book SOME WE LOVE, SOME WE HATE, SOME WE EAT: Why It's So Hard to Think Straight About Animals;Jane Angelich talks about how she was a winner in a big contest from British Airways with her SuperCollar; David Forman and Tracie discuss how Weruva came to be and they announce WINNERS OF THE CUTEST KITTY PHOTO CONTEST! -- with top prizes a case of Weruva and Best Feline Friend from www.Petflow.com and runners-up a bottle of Nordic Naturals Omega-3 Pet Oil! Also, check out the unique, useful and funny new chew-or-throw dog toy called Fetchstix from the folks at Wagatha's.

Dog Talk® (2-24-2011) Founder Alex Zhardanovsky explains what Petflow.com is all about; Tracie talks about the Westminster dog show: what is up with rare breeds like Scottish Deerhounds and Clumber Spaniels -- with virtually no competition amongst themselves winning Best in Show when the most competitive and popular breeds like Labradors and Goldens are routinely ignored for the top prize, even though they face much stiffer competition and therefore higher standards within the breeds; author, pilot and search-and-rescue volunteer Susannah Charleson inspires all of us with her book SCENT OF THE MISSING: Love & Partnership with a Search-and-Rescue Dog; holistic veterinarian and acupuncturist Dr Patrick Mahaney (who makes house calls in Los Angeles from "California Pet Acupuncture and Wellness") talks about zoonotic diseases and why the possibility of transmission of disease between ourselves and our pets is a good reason not to sleep with them.

Dog Talk® (2-18-2011) It's all about LOVE this Valentine's Week! Susan Wilson wrote ONE GOOD DOG and it is one good book! A novel about the love that grows between a pit bull rescued from dog fighters and a man seeking redemption; cat behavior consultant Jackson Galaxy (of Spirit Essences fame) discusses how sometimes the most loving decision can be to re-home a cat (as Tracie had to do with her kitties years ago); author Jennifer Freed shares the wisdom her kitty taught her about how to best love each other in LESSONS FROM STANLEY THE CAT.

Dog Talk® (2-11-2011) John Balzar recounts the absolutely most amazing race of men, women and sled dogs in YUKON ALONE: The World's Toughest Adventure Race with such brilliant writing that you will feel you are there yourself; Lucy Postins from The Honest Kitchen explains why genuine colors in food signify real food value, vitamins and antioxidants; and Dr. Myrna Milani of Tipping Point Behavioral Consulting Services (www.mmilani.com) discusses dog aggression and the dangers of not recognizing dog body language and managing incipient aggression when it first emerges and before it becomes what she calls "a Greek tragedy."

Dog Talk® (2-4-2011) THE ANXIETY SHOW! A whole show devoted to understanding various forms of anxiety in our dogs and cats and the ways to calm and soothe them. Dr. Karen Sueda, the President of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (and one of only 54 board certified veterinary behaviorists in the world - who does evaluations at the VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital) talks about using D.A.P. for dogs and Feliway for cats among other treatments; Susan Sharpe, dog trainer and developer of the Anxiety Wrap (www.AnxietyWrap.com) talks about its use for thunderstorm phobia but also for nervous car travelers, vet clinic visits, and even for cats; cat behavior consultant Jackson Galaxy describes the different Spirit Essences or anxiety and how to acclimate your kitty to a carrier so it doesn't cause high anxiety for travel, vet visits or emergency evacuations. Go to www.SpiritEssence.com where Dog Talk listeners get a discount!

Dog Talk® (1-28-2011) In a popular blog, New York Times journalist Dave Marcus talks about about his non-academic son who instead is seeking a future helping animals: http://thechoice.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/10/20/a-fathers-acceptance; author Marilyn Krieger discusses remedies for unwanted cat behavior with her new book NAUGHTY NO MORE; Tracie and Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins discuss the pheromone products that help pets emotional issues: Feliway (also known as Comfort Zone) for cats and D.A.P. ("Dog Appeasing Pheromone" ) for dogs.

Dog Talk® (1-21-2011) Inga Fricke from the Humane Society of the United States talks about the problem of threats and false accusations against shelter directors and workers, and how the HSUS is encouraging respect and kindness to other people (not just animals!) by signing a pledge to treat other people well which Tracie did and hopes everyone else will, too, at www.animalsheltering.org/pledge; first time author Larry Levin was inspired to write OOGY: THE DOG ONLY A FAMILY COULD LOVE by the dog who became a member of his family after being torn apart as a puppy used as bait for fighting dogs; Dr. Donna Spector, the Official Second Opinion Vet of DOG TALK® discusses alternative therapies for arthritis like Adequan (which many doctors are using only short term, which shortens its value to the dog) and stem cell therapy (Tracie wants to try it), as well as simple solutions for common conditions like constipation in older cats which your own vet may not consider.

Dog Talk® (1-14-2011) DOG, INC. author and Pulitzer prize-winning journalist John Woestendiek discusses cloning and all the eccentric characters he met who wanted their dogs cloned; Dr. Nancy Kay (www.SpeakingforSpot.com) and Tracie discuss a less invasive way to spay female dogs (leaving the uterus) and the merits of delaying spay and neuter age for large breed dogs for possible health benefits; Spirit Essence owner Jackson Galaxy, who is also a cat behavior consultant, talks about how to teach your cat to love the carrier so that in emergency situations or for health reasons you can transport your kitty safely (Tracie and Jackson discuss the tragic story of Lex & Lyle's heart-stopping struggle to be transported and then the miraculous recovery, with the aid of the Ultimate Healthy Helper trio from Spirit Essence)

Dog Talk® (1-7-2011) Dr. Elsey gets a big thank you from Ann of SEER Farms Sanctuary for Precious Cat's generous donation of loads of litter for their 175 (yes!) kitties in long term foster care, and Dr. Elsey helps Tracie answer her Pets Best Facebook "question of the week" about cats marking; Dr. Nick Dodman celebrates both our senior canine family members and the huge success of his new book GOOD OLD DOG with recommendations for how to anticipate and deal with the issues of old age in your dog; Surf Dog Ricochet's owner and trainer Judy Fridono explains how Ricochet went from being trained as a service dog to being a champion canine surfer raising funds for many human and animal causes.

Have questions for Tracie? The best place to ask them and get a timely response these days is on the Facebook page of Pets Best insurance, the company that insures Tracie's dogs and is now a sponsor of the show. You can put your question right on the FB wall, as long as it indicates "Ask Tracie" - and every week she will pick one question and answer to read aloud on the air.

Dog Talk® (12-31-2010) Tracie's celebrates DOG TALK's® 200th show (WOW! can you believe it?!) - and the very last one for 2010 - with a man she holds in the highest regard - Wayne Pacelle, who is the CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, which Tracie supports in every possible way. Please enjoy their wide-ranging conversation discussing topics which have been distorted by the well-funded opposition to HSUS (agri-business that wants no meddling in the way factory-farmed animals are treated) so that many otherwise thoughtful, animal-loving people have gotten on an anti-HSUS bandwagon. Tracie wants to help reverse this trend by letting Wayne dispel general ignorance about what HSUS does and why. The conversation includes explaining the true purpose of HSUS and why funding individual shelters is not part of their mandate - the relationship between HSUS being instrumental in both jailing Michael Vick and also involved in his rehabilitation and outreach to inner city dog-fighting youth - busting the myth that HSUS is against pet ownership or responsible dog breeding, and generally sharing a year's end message that we all can do some moral accounting and improve on the decisions we make about where we spend our money and how that affects many animals on the planet, not just our pets.

A happy healthy and vibrant New Year to all the two-legged listeners and their four-legged companions - we'll talk again in 2011!

Dog Talk® (12-24-2010) The remarkable 14-year-old Mimi Ausland explains how she created Freekibble.com when she was only a child (a mere 11 years old, 3 years ago!) and is now partnered with HALO Purely for Pets to feed shelter pets the very best food; dog trainer Laura Pakis of Acme Canine in Lewis Center Ohio (whom Tracie originally met at Camp Pawsitively Adventure) describes some fun indoor activities for your dog; Gene Baur wrote FARM SANCTUARY: Changing Hearts and Minds About Animals and Food and talks about a lifetime of caring about the horrors of factory farming and educating others by showing them the delightful individual animals at Farm Sanctuary who were once the discarded debris of agribusiness operations, rescued by Gene and other right-minded folks. Merry Christmas! (and I mean that in a secular sense, so no one need feel left out or offended!) I hope Santa is good to one and all. Next week is the last show of 2010 and the incredible 200th DOG TALK® I will celebrate by devoting the whole show to a wide-ranging conversation with Humane Society of the United States CEO Wayne Pacelle. Be sure to tune in!

Dog Talk® (12-17-2010) Tracie has always admired author Scott Spencer ever since reading the unforgettable ENDLESS LOVE, and now talks about his new fascinating new novel MAN IN THE WOODS and the role Scott's own dog Shep plays in the story; BATS SING, MICE GIGGLE: The Surprising Science of Animals' Inner Lives has temporarily sold out and author Karen Shanor describes some of the amazing aspects of animal behavior, and her own dogs Viva and Schaum; Nancy Kerns, editor of The Whole Dog Journal (Tracie's pick as a great gift for the dog-lover in the family) discusses recent articles about car manners and safety and Dr. Nancy Kay's article on spaying female dogs taking only the ovaries.

Dog Talk® (12-10-2010) Julie Klam reads from her hilarious new book YOU HAD ME AT WOOF: How Dogs Taught Me the Secrets of Happiness (which you might have read about in the New York Times); photographer Michael Kloth explains how he got the magnificent cat photos that are Tracie's all-time favorites in SHELTER CATS; Dog Talk's® Official Second Opinion Vet Dr. Donna Spector (www.SpectorDVM.com) describes how she can work with you and your vet to solve confusing or chronic health issues -- a service which Tracie is glad to say that her sponsor (and her own dogs' insurance company) Pets Best will cover if you have a policy -- which Tracie reminds you once again to not put off. So call Pets Best right now to get financial protection and peace of mind.

Dog Talk® (12-3-2010) Hear the joys and travails and what fostering a dog is all about from uber-Foster Mom Sharon Peters in Colorado; Hal Herzog, author of the fascinating and funny book SOME WE LOVE, SOME WE HATE, SOME WE EAT: Why It's So Hard to Think Straight About Animals discusses anthrozoology and the philosophical issues surrounding people and animals; Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins discusses pet insurance with Tracie and why more vets need to urge their patients to get this essential protection (and why they need a topical protection like Vectra against fleas and ticks, too).

Dog Talk® (11-26-2010) Gotham Chopra wrote WALKING WISDOM: Three Generations, Two Dogs and the Search for a Happy Life with his father Deepak Chopra - discusses growing up with such a renowned father (who was originally not a "dog person") and the effects of Nicholas, Gotham's childhood dog and Cleo the dog who is front & center in his life now; Dr Teri Meekins from the Southampton Shelter (the Official Shelter of DOG TALK®), who is the person who describes the dogs and cats for adoption every week, talks about the importance of micro-chipping and spaying and neutering pets; Barry Seltzer is an estate planning lawyer who wrote FAT CATS & LUCKY DOGS: How to Leave (some of) Your Estate to Your Pet, which gives everyone the tools they need to make sure they make a plan for what will happen to their pets if they have a serious illness or die.

Dog Talk® (11-19-2010) Mark Herthel of Platinum Performance supplements tells the amazing story of the paralyzed donkey, Eli, who was saved by stem cell injections at his father's equine veterinary clinic; Jennifer Arnold wrote THROUGH A DOG'S EYES (seen on PBS) and founded the Canine Assistants non-profit organization that trains dogs to help people with special needs; rock-star dog trainer Tamar Geller (she is the rock star, although she trains lots of celebrity dogs, too!) discusses her charitable work with veterans and dogs, Operation Heroes & Hounds and her newest training book 30 DAYS TO A WELL-MANNERED DOG.

Dog Talk® (11-12-2010) Learn all about SEER Farms, a most original and impressive animal sanctuary in New Jersey which provides a temporary safe haven for pets displaced by economic crisis, medical needs, deployment to the military or domestic violence; John Zeaman, wrote DOG WALKS MAN: A Six-Legged Odyssey which is a pure gem of a book (he reads the excerpt you'll find in BARK Magazine winter issue); David Forman, founder of Weruva pet food, describes how he and his wife Stacie took the germ of an idea to put top quality food in a pet food can and have had the success to become the David vs. Goliath success story of the pet food world.

CHARITABLE REMINDER: Please remember to buy Precious Cat litter products in the month of November because 100% of proceeds go to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. Thank you!

Dog Talk® (11-05-2010) Dr Elsey of Precious Cat litters tells why 100% of all proceeds for the month of November will be going to Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation; Glenn Plaskin with his delightful and heart warming book KATIE UP & DOWN THE HALL; Dr. Phil Padrid and Tracie discuss the honesty and transparency that is the hallmark of the veterinarian-client relationship, something to be cherished as it differs greatly from the accountability in human medicine when things don't go well, as they did not for poor Scooby Doo, whose torn cruciate ligament repair had to be repeated when the metal plate broke inside his leg - but it actually made Tracie like and respect his surgeon Faulkner Besancon even more!

Dog Talk® (10-29-2010) David Yaskulka from HALO Purely for Pets talks about their million meals given away to shelter pets through Freekibble.com; Mark Herthel from Platinum Performance explains how glucosamine works in the body and what free radicals are; Jim Gorant talks about his book THE LOST DOGS, the chronicle of the journey Michael Vick's fighting dogs have made; Dr. Alice Villalobos (the Official Oncologist of the show) discusses moral issues that veterinarians grapple with, especially in end-of-life situations

Tracie continues discussing reactions to the topic of whether it is all right to responsibly buy a puppy -- and posts a blog "Eat Your Vegetables - Children Are Starving in India" is as illogical as "Don't Buy a Maltese puppy Until Every 3 year old Pit bull is adopted"

Dog Talk® (10-22-2010) Tracie speaks her mind about some nasty emails she received after last week's show in which she discussed how to go about buying a puppy, which is apparently an unacceptable idea to some in the rescue community [see blog here for more on this topic]; dog trainer Susan Sharpe, who developed the Anxiety Wrap, talks about how it can work for separation anxiety and travel anxiety — along with the Face Wrap she has developed; Dr. Donna Spector (a board certified Internal Medicine vet and a member of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association), talks about launching her new business as a virtual "Second Opinion Vet" to work with pet owners and their own veterinarians to find answers and solutions for the difficult medical issues that can arise that she may be able to help identify and treat.

Dog Talk® (10-15-2010) DOG TALK’S® trainer Allison Denlea (paws4positive.com) discusses reasons to buy a puppy instead of adopting and how to know what you’re getting; Kyra Sundance of Stunt Dog Show fame and her book 101 DOG TRICKS; author Monica Holloway and her captivating book COWBOY & WILLS about the Golden Retriever who helped her autistic son overcome his challenges.

And a correction to last week's announcement: I mistakenly gave the name of Erin Dunn's website as thedogblog.com, when her blog is really AllDogBlog.com that won the Proportions contest.

Dog Talk® (10-08-2010) Tracie reminds everyone to come hear her talk about pet nutrition at the Fido Festival OctoberFetch Sunday October 10th at the Salem County Fairgrounds in Southern New Jersey -- and thanks her guest, Dr. Elsey of Precious Cat litters for his amazing donation of an entire PALLET of their superior litter to the small, valiant and struggling shelter Salem County Humane Society -- that will also receive the profits from sales of THE DOG BIBLE & THE CAT BIBLE at Tracie's booth, where she will have HALO goody bags for the first 300 visitors; Tracie discussed novel protein foods for allergic dogs with double board certified veterinary dermatologist Dr. Domenico Santoro of the University of Illinois; Tracie congratulates Erin Dunn of AllDogBlog.com [corrected link] for winning the Proportions contest for the pet blogger whose review of Proportions got the most sample requests.

Dog Talk® (10-01-2010) Susan Cohen, (Pet Loss Grief Counselor at the Animal Medical Center in NYC)  discusses different options for your pet's remains and funerals; Mary Ludington's gorgeous photo and history book THE NATURE OF DOGS makes you want every interesting breed; Perre Di Carlo talks about his funny Uber-designed book KICK LITTER; Nancy Kerns, editor of THE WHOLE DOG JOURNAL discusses her editorial in the August issue of the publication about vet offices that give unnecessary routine vaccines  but no greatly-needed medical care and advice.

Dog Talk® (9-24-2010) Lucy Postins, the owner of The Honest Kitchen (food that Tracie's dogs have been enjoying since the very first batch of raw dehydrated proteins, fruits and vegetables made in a human food facility) introduces the newest product called ZEAL, with "novel proteins" for allergic dogs; Michele Hollow gives great ideas for careers in the animal world in her book The Everything Guide To Working With Animals; and, since September is National Pet Insurance month, Tracie discusses the urgent importance of having pet insurance with Libby Wallace, CEO of the AVMA GHLIT which educates about pet insurance. (Tracie's own dog Scooby Doo just had a veterinary specialty bill of over $5,000 but she did not have a financial panic attack because Pets Best insurance immediately paid 80% of the bill.)

Dog Talk® (9-17-2010) Mark Herthel, who is part of the family that developed and owns Platinum Performance, talks about how the products were created and how they work as well as upcoming oxygen technology to speed healing in animals; Paula Munier talks about her hilarious book Fixing Freddie, about a Beagle who makes Marley look like a well-mannered sweetie-pie! And Tracie dissects the label of a prescription diet for "dental health" she saw at her vet's and wants you to "share her pain" learning of the horrible ingredients compared to Proportions, the food her dogs are lucky enough to eat.

Dog Talk® (9-10-2010) Dr. Elsey talks about creating Cat Attract litter and discusses saving many cats' lives by offering litter box solutions and products that "keep the cat in the box"; author Robert Rodi reads from his hilarious book DOGGED PURSUIT about trying to turn a rescued Sheltie into a top agility competitor; and David Forman of WERUVA pet food discusses what "chicken" actually means in most pet foods and the surprisingly low industry standards, so that people can make informed choices when buying dry or wet foods. Tracie introduces the underwriting sponsors of DOG TALK® (and Kitties, Too!): Precious Cat litters, Platinum Performance supplements, Weruva pet foods, Vectra anti-parasiticides and Proportions dog food.

Dog Talk® (8-28-2010) Author Judith Viorst talks about her lovely children's book The Tenth Good Thing About Barney which can help kids cope with the death of their pet; the irrepressible" Dr. V." of the great blog Pawcurious talks about when it's a good idea to use foods with novel proteins (K9Cuisine.com carries them all); and Paul & Sandra Fierlinger - the brilliant celebrated animators - discuss their new adult animated adaptation of J.R. Ackerley's classic book, My Dog Tulip.

Please be sure to read my newest addition to the Canine Nutrition University, "Dogs Are Carnivores, Not Corn-invores." I'm proud of the whole series and 7 of the courses are now up there for your reading and educational pleasure.

TODAY was the LAST LIVE BROADCAST of Dog Talk®, at least for awhile. The show will be taped and podcast as usual every Saturday. Make sure I have your email address to send you that bulletin - write to me at radiopetlady@gmail.com with your email address to put you on the list. And if you have questions for me, you can always call into Cat Chat® live every Wednesday night from 8-9 PM EST even if you do not have SiriusXM satellite radio. Toll free 866-6575-6675

Dog Talk® (8-21-2010) Tracie recently helped transport Lola, a Pug going to a new home, and she wanted to meet some of the wonderful volunteers who are part of PASS THE PUG, the nearly weekly transport caravan in which pugs are passed hand to hand in parking lots, eventually winding up at the Green Mountain Pug Rescue in White River, Vermont. Also, please come "take the courses" in the Canine Nutrition University and read Tracie's postings on the subject, like "The Straight Poop About Poop" and "Dogs are Carnivores, Not Corn-invores!"

Dog Talk® (8-14-2010) Renowned trainer Sue Sternberg talks about how she invented Assess-a-Pet, a technique used in shelters across the country to assess dogs for serious aggression issues; and Edie Jarolim reads from her hilarious and really informative book AM I BORING MY DOG?

ONLY TWO MORE WEEKS OF "DOG TALK" LIVE -- then it will go on hiatus and become a pod cast radio show. Please write me at RadioPetLady@gmail.com and give me your email address to put on the weekly outgoing announcement of each new show.

Dog Talk® (8-7-2010) Sharon Sakson with her book PAWS & EFFECT The Healing Power of Dogs leads right into Animal Communicator Ann Marie Sawicki who returns to answer a slew of wonderful questions. 0385528566

Dog Talk® (7-31-2010) The Death of a Pet -- how it affects children is discussed by Susan Cohen, the Pet Loss Grief Counselor at the Animal Medical Center in NYC; Tracie is then joined by nine-year-old old Emma, who talks about how she has coped with her Golden Retriever dying suddenly while she was playing with her; and Dr Julie Reck (Facing Farewell), who has a mobile veterinary service devoted to compassionate euthanasia called Home Farewell discusses managing the decision to put a pet to sleep.

Dog Talk® (7-24-2010) Anxiety Wrap designer Susan Sharpe talks about Dr. Nicholas Dodman studying the Anxiety Wrap at Tufts University Veterinary school; the "Green Guru" of Dog Talk, Linda Daly (http://prettyingreen.latimesmagazine.com/) tells how to share your garden vegetables and fruits with your dogs; Dr. Jan Bellows, the Official Veterinary Dentist of the show talks about the need for regular cleaning and digital x-rays; singer Lucas Hoge talks about his part in transporting rescued dogs on the new Animal Planet show Last Chance Highway.

Dog Talk® (7-17-2010) Meet Dr Francisco Di Polo, a wonderful "integrative" vet who combines traditional and alternative medicine in his downtown Manhattan Worth Street clinic — where there is also daycare, rehabilitation and hydrotherapy swimming; author Dagny McKinley's gorgeous book about dog sledding in the Rockies, WILD HEART; and Anthony Holloway describes why and how he started a premium quality cat and dog food company called K9Cuisine.

Dog Talk® (7-10-2010) Learn all about the dog team sport of flyball from Lee Heighton, director of the North American Flyball Association (www.Flyball.org) and Allison Denlea, Dog Talk's Official Trainer, continues the discussion begun last week with Pat Miller about electronic collars and discusses responsible use of them from her perspective.

Dog Talk® (7-3-2010) Dog Talk's Official veterinarian Dr. Phil Padrid explains Canine Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC) and the genetic link to Labrador Retrievers; Pat Miller, the trainer extraordinaire from The Whole Dog Journal talks about her article "Don't Let the Bed Dogs Bite" and the fundamental problem with electronic collars; and Annie Brody of Camp Unleashed describes the transformative experience that people have with their dogs running free at camp in the Berkshires.

Dog Talk® (6-26-2010) Tracie introduces the newest member of her team of experts — Dr. Donna Spector is now the Veterinary Nutrition Counselor for DOG TALK® and for CAT CHAT® and she is also the Official Second Opinion Vet, for those who want additional advice, options or information about their pet's medical condition. Because of her own association with HALO Purely for Pets, Tracie met Dr. Donna through her excellent blog for HALO and found they shared the same nutritional philosophies for dogs and cats. Today's show focuses on CANINE DIABETES — the cause, treatment and nutritional needs. Later in the show, Tracie talks to Susan Cohen from the Animal Medical Center in NYC, her favorite Pet Loss Grief Counselor, on the topic of "sudden death" and how grieving changes when you lose a pet without warning.

Dog Talk® (6-19-2010) Hallmark's TV show about a re-homed Border Collie called OH LUCKY DOG premieres June 26th and Tracie talks to Joyce Geier, long-time border collie trainer, world-class sheepdog trial competitor (represented the US twice at the World Sheepdog Trial championships) about the breed and competition; and a long chat with Dog Talk's® own Official Vet Dr Phil Padrid about respiratory allergies, avoiding heat stroke (the signs of an overheated dog and important life-saving techniques for managing it) and the wonders of Adequan injections for arthritis.

Dog Talk® (6-12-2010) The man behind DogFoodAdvisor.com shares dog food geek status with Tracie and compares notes on the commercial dog food industry; Dog Talk's® nutrition advisor Sabine tells the How & When about feeding eggs, and how to use egg shells as a calcium source; Does your dog hate thunderstorms as much as Scooby Doo Hotchner? Throw on an Anxiety Wrap with new Spirit Essence Storm Soother and life is a dream again; Finally you can call in to Dog Talk® again -- 800-394-8830 is working & Tracie will be waiting for your calls

Technical difficulties! Sorry but the first couple of minutes of today's show got cut off — so don't think there's anything wrong with your computer! You didn't miss much - just Tracie recommending the swell dogs & cats of the week at Bideawee for you to visit and possibly adopt - including Webster, the purebred Sharpei.

Dog Talk® (6-5-2010) Dog Talk's® GREEN GURU Linda Daly of Los Angeles Magazine's online column Pretty in Green checks in to give us tips about how to reduce your pet's carbon pawprint; learn about the high-tech USB stick that can hold all your pet's medical, nutritional and behavioral information from the developer of TravelStix; and Sophie B. Hawkins (who wrote "Mmmm...My Best Friend" - the theme song for Dog Talk® - calls to ask everyone to download her new single from SophieBHawkins.com called "The Land, the Sea & the Sky" because all proceeds go to http://waterkeeper.org that is cleaning up the Gulf oil spill; and Tracie takes on Jane Brody from the New York Times about her recent piece called "The Truth About Cat and Dog Food" which Tracie will show you is woefully filled with untruths.

Plus don't miss the chance to give your dog the taste treat of her life with a free sample of two meals of the food developed according to Tracie's nutrition theories at Proportions.com.

P.S.. On today's show I forgot to mention the Bideawee Pets of the Week -- Tammy Wynette, a Golden Retriever Mix, and Juliet, the angelic kitty. Please go to the Westhampton shelter and meet them or any of the other wonderful adoptable pets there now.

Dog Talk (5-29-2010) Hear all about a conference for pet bloggers from Caroline of RomeoTheCat.com, who has invited Tracie to be a speaker in Denver; Tracie cautions "Move over Victoria Stillwell - the Real Dog Trainer of New Jersey, Karen Fazio, is here" -- to talk about her work with aggressive dogs; and then lots of wisdom from Dr Elizabeth Hodgkins, the Official vet of Tracie's SiriusXM show CAT CHAT®.

Dog Talk (5-22-2010) Ever wonder how they breed or train dogs to be good at bomb detection? Want to know whether your own way-too-much-energy, hard-to-handle dog would make a good K-9 partner for an officer working in bomb or narcotics detection? Learn all this and much more from Lt. John Kerwick, the President of the United States Police Canine Association, who oversees all the working dogs in New York - and from one of Dog Talk's Official Trainers, Shawn Stewart, who breeds and trains dogs for the police and works with the USPCA.

Dog Talk (5-15-2010) Tracie talks to Kim Wolf from the big adoption event outdoor celebration happening next Saturday MAY 22nd in Philadelphia to make it a No-Kill City, where Tracie is going with Proportions to give 5 talks during the day about dog nutrition from the big stage (and meet folks at the Proportions booth and give out free samples, with raffles for 5 copies of THE DOG BIBLE); Dr. Wally Sife from the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB.org) about support for people grieving the loss of a pet); Nancy Kerns, editor of The Whole Dog Journal, on the sort of nutrition issues covered by an advertising-free educational journal that can save dogs' lives; and Jill Abramson, author of the great series "The Puppy Diaries" in the New York Times (of which she is also the Managing Editor!)

Dog Talk (5-8-2010) A great show jam-packed with some of Tracie's wonderful partners -- Lucy Postins, founder of THE HONEST KITCHEN, explains her educational project to reach out to holistic-minded veterinary students by sending them books (THE DOG BIBLE, THE CAT BIBLE and several other prominent books) about pet nutrition that offer alternative views about animal nutrition to what they are hearing in vet school -- and introduces WISHES, the Honest Kitchen's new yummy dried fish treats; TravelStix inventor Linda Kagan describes the data device with all your pet's information on it; Paul Raybould from the MORRIS ANIMAL FOUNDATION talks about Petco's pledge to raise 1 million dollars for cancer research in conjunction with Blue Buffalo foods; and Susan Sharpe, developer of the ANXIETY WRAP, hears about how The Wrap saved Tracie's Weimaraner Scooby Doo from thunderstorm terrors last night!

Dog Talk: (3-14-2010) Tracie speaks at Purr N Pooch, Tinton Falls, NJ. Topic: You're Feeding Your Pet WHAT?! Recorded in front of an audience.

Dog Talk Show #166 (2-27-2010) Dog Talk's own Official Trainer Allison Denlea talks about managing separation anxiety and helps callers with dog-to-owner and dog-to-dogs aggression; the developer of the Anxiety Wrap, trainer Susan Sharpe, explains how the Wrap works for anxiety and also aggression; Lydia Best of Everything & the Dog in Leesburg, VA brags about young Labrador WIllow Bee's recent Canine Good Citizen award and joining the Dog Scouts — yup, just like the Girl Scouts these dogs earn badges in swimming, therapy visits and camping! Please note there will be no broadcast of Dog Talk® next week as the station begins relocating to a new home.

Be sure to catch Tracie's new radio show DOG TALK® & CAT CHAT® TONIGHT on WOR710, 10 PM EST!

Dog Talk Show #165 (2-20-2010) Military and Police Dog Trainer Shawn Stewart (DogsAreEasy.com) discusses what they look for in a possible service dog; endocrinologist Dr. David Bruyette of VCA Hospital in West Los Angeles discusses canine diabetes and hyperthyroidism in cats. And Tracie's dream diet for dogs has finally arrived! Please check out the free trial samples ($5 shipping) of the 3-course meals for dogs based on Tracie's belief (and that of many canine nutrition experts) that kibble alone is NOT a good or complete diet for dogs - go to www.Proportions.com and give your dogs the treat of tasting a truly balanced and totally tasty alternative way to keep your dog healthy and happy (especially the finicky ones!)

Dog Talk Show #164 (8-22-2009 / Rebroadcast) No live shows today because Vectra invited Tracie to the Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas over Valentine's weekend to learn even more about parasiticides & insecticides and the need to protect our pets. Instead of a live show, DOG TALK® will be a replay of Tracie's live appearance last summer at the Bay Street Theatre in Sag Harbor, New York, giving her talk "YOU'RE FEEDING YOUR PET WHAT?!" in front of a live audience — which was underwritten by the supplement folks at Platinum Performance. Happy memories for everybody who took home bags stuffed with samples and goodies from Nordic Naturals omega-3 fish oil for pets and Halo Purely for Pets dog and cat food and shampoo. And all those DOG BIBLES & CAT BIBLES donated by Bookhampton, with all the revenue going to raise money for the new NPR station Peconic Public Broadcasting on 88.3.

On DOG TALK® & CAT CHAT® tonight, Tracie will not be live on WOR 710 AM tonight in New York City for DOG TALK® & CAT CHAT® but has a couple of swell guests. Jim Brown of the Precious Cat litter company explains the differences between Cat Attract and their many other specialized litters, and one of the Official trainers of the show, Shawn Stewart of DogsAreEasy.com  talk about aggressive dogs and how to safely evaluate and handle them. And Tracie opens the curtain a little wider on the mind-blowing new food plan called Proportions (which is based on her theory that dogs need a 3-course meal) and urges everyone to sign up at Proportions com to be the first to get a free trial of the Proportions meals.

Dog Talk Show #163 (2-6-2010) Jill Ciment, author of HEROIC MEASURES talks about her novel with a Dachshund at the center of it; documentary director Geralyn Pezanoski talks about MINE, about reuniting people and their pets post-Katrina. And animal communicator ANN MARIE is back talking to the animals.

Dog Talk Show #162 (1-30-2010) Last week I learned about Barbie — the mother dog in Idaho left out in the snow with broken legs and pelvis. Now hear the "other side of the story" from the Idaho prosecutor who didn't think Barbie was a cruelty case. Then Meet the Breeder of Maltese from a show breeder and groomer. Does your child have a peanut allergy? How about a trained Peanut Detection Dog to keep her safe?! Texas trainer Karen Deeds explains how she does it. And tonight on DOG TALK & CAT CHAT, meet the director of the extraordinary documentary MINE, about trying to reunite the people of New Orleans with their pets after Katrina, which airs on PBS Independent Lens series February 16.

Dog Talk Show #161 (1-23-2010) Author GARTH STEIN on his bestselling THE ART OF RACING IN THE RAIN; a shocking dog cruelty case in Idaho with rescuer Andi Elliott, Lisa Kaufman of the Humane Society of the United States in Idaho and Dr. Jeff Rosenthal, the director of the Idaho Humane Society and orthopedic surgeon at the non-profit hospital attached to the shelter. How could Barnie and her puppies be left outside in sub-freezing temperatures when she had broken legs and pelvis - while local law enforcement refused to do anything but charge the would-be rescuers with trespassing?

Dog Talk Show #160 (1-16-2010) Breeder and trainer of police dogs Shawn Stewart of www.DogsAreEasy.com, discusses evaluating and managing different kinds of aggressive dogs; Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins shares news of a much better new insulin for diabetic kitties, holistic vet Dr. Michelle Gaspar discusses treatment of paw pad problems in cats and Tracie uses her dog Teddy's pancreatitis attack to alert others to the symptoms and remind them to get Pets Best insurance ASAP (with her listener discount), before a costly emergency strikes them.

Dog Talk Show #159 (1-9-2010) Author Elise Lufkin's heart-warming book TO THE RESCUE: Found Dogs with a Mission; Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins on the new PZI human insulin product for cats; Dog Talk's® Official Trainer Allison Denlea on the under-use of crate training for housebreaking puppies and the overuse of crates to manage adult dogs; and the shock and heartbreak of having your pet die of a sudden heart attack.

Dog Talk Show #158 (1-2-2010) Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins on the EPA discovery of mislabelled cattle insecticide being sold for dogs. The EPA just collected a $56,632 civil penalty from the Hunte company (that is the "middle man" for pet stores with volume puppy producers and the major puppy mill distributor for the Midwest) for re-labeling a cattle and swine insecticide and re packaging it for (illegal and dangerous) use on dogs. Dr. Elizabeth will discuss how to protect your pet from fraudulent products while continuing to protect them from fleas and ticks.

Dog Talk Show #157 (12-26-2009) DOG TALK®'s own Official Vet Dr. Phil Padrid joins Tracie to discuss canine influenza and also the recent first-time-ever transmission of H1N1 swine flu from a person to his dog; Gil Lutz tells other blind dog owners about THE DOG BIBLE now being available in a 38 hour audio version just for them; Russell Simmons of Def Jam fame discusses the impact of Michael Vick's outreach into the Black community against dog fighting. Be sure to catch Tracie's new radio show DOG TALK® & CAT CHAT® TONIGHT on WOR710, 10 PM EST!

Dog Talk Show #156 (12-19-2009) Berni Unti from the Humane Society of the United States talks about the benefits & downside of the HSUS participating in Michael Vick's educational efforts to educate young "at risk" men against participating in dog fighting. And Uber-pet sitter Lydia Best, from "Everything & the Dog" in Leesburg, Vrginia, flew all the way to Utah to volunteer at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary. Talk about the prototypical "busman's holiday!" Hear what a great experience it was and all about meeting the rehabilitated Michael Vick fighting dogs.

Dog Talk Show #155 (12-12-2009) Dr Ann Hohenhaus, oncologist from the Animal Medical Center in NYC, discusses oral cancer in cats: how common is it? what are the signs and and symptoms? What are the treatments? What is the prognosis long-term? And Tracie reminds her West Coast friends to please come hear her speak at two PETCO locations — Tuesday Dec 15 at the El Cajon store in San Diego at 6 PM and Wednesday Dec 16 at 7 PM in the Citrus Heights store in Sacramento. Fabulous goodies from HALO at both events, to celebrate the natural pet food sections in PETCO locations across the country.

Dog Talk Show #154 (12-05-2009) Tracie teaches you how to read the labels on dry dog food; Rick from PETCO invites Tracie to the West Coast to celebrate their new natural food department; and animal communicator ANN MARIE SAWICKI hits the balls out of the park talking to the animals.

Dog Talk Show #153 (11-28-2009) Stephanie Shain from the Humane Society of the United States discussing PUPPY MILL ACTION WEEK this week; Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins discusses BIASED SCIENCE, the unhealthy marriage of money from profit-making pet food and drug companies underwriting and dictating the outcome of research on commercial pet food.

Dog Talk Show #152 (11-21-2009) Joan Rivers talks about all the dogs who have shared her life - and it's twice the laughs because she'll be on Tracie's new show on WOR tonight, too. Tune in to www.WOR710.com and listen online. Both shows will be available on podcast afterwards. (And if you want the full experience of Joan, come see Joan's live show at The Laurie Beechman Theatre-December 2nd and Dec 16th. For future dates please check her website at joanrivers.com.) And Lucy Postins, founder of The Honest Kitchen food, tells how they have gone to totally sustainable chicken in their recipes. Tracie tells Lucy how putting Scooby Doo on an Honest Kitchen diet helped him lose 29 pounds (yes, you read that right - twenty-nine pounds!) in 6 months.

Dog Talk Show #151 (11-7-2009) Dr Jean Hofve reports the exciting news from California that Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Los Angeles and San Francisco just joined pioneering West Hollywood in banning declawing your cat! And Tracie wants Dog Talk listeners to take advantage of her new website sponsor, Petco and their new natural foods section! She wants to make Petco "where the people go" with the special discount for her listeners - choose from their great natural foods section featuring Tracie's sponsors Halo and Soulistic for cats, made by Weruva just for Petco.

Dog Talk Show #150 (10-31-2009) Dog Talk's Official Dermatologist, Dr. John Gordon, on why some dogs are smelly even after baths, and meet Tracie's new favorite small dog, the Australian terrier!

Dog Talk Show #149 (10-24-2009) Planet Dog Foundation director Kristen Smith tells about all their good deeds, especially the new recreation area they just built for Guiding Eyes for the Blind in Yorktown Heights, New York. Dr Elizabeth Hodgkins - who is also a lawyer - discusses internet false claims of problems with pet products. Tracie's new radio show DOG TALK® & CAT CHAT® debuted 10/24 on WOR710, OCT 24 at 10 PM EST!

Dog Talk Show #148 (10-17-2009) Heidi of CAMP BOW WOW talks about removing the ban on Pit Bulls and judging each dog as an individual; Dr Robin Brennen from Bideawee (Tracie's Official Shelter Partner on her new show DOG TALK & CAT CHAT premiering October 24th at 10 PM on WOR 710 in New York City) discusses the two pet memorial parks, pet loss grief groups and the importance of after life of your pet.

Dog Talk Show #147 (10-10-2009) Got a pet you need moved long distance? Hear about PILOTS 'N PAWS - private pilots who donate their time and planes to help rescued animals reach their adoptive homes. EXTREME MUSTANG MAKEOVER gave birth to EXTREME MUTT MAKEOVER - hear how dedicated trainers turned wild horses and not-so-adoptable dogs into much-wanted companions.

Dog Talk Show #146 (10-03-2009) Sabine from DogFoodProject.com discusses the importance of the calcium balance in your dog's food; Lori from Caring Hands Humane Society in Kansas has the Dogs of the Month; and Ann Marie communicates with the animals.

Dog Talk Show #145 (9-26-2009) Did you read the great review of INSIDE OF A DOG in the New York Times Book Review? Hear author Alexandra Horowitz explain the umwelt of a dog; Zak introduces his new Animal Planet show Super Fetch and Russell Simmons' assistant Simone talks about the kitties Donny & Marie (DonnyandMarie@hotmail.com) she rescued, who need a home.

Dog Talk Show #144 (9-19-2009) How does a vet who never meets a patient give such good advice in cyberspace? Dr. Donna Spector answers all the questions that come into the website for HALO Purely for Pets. And a few words from SAVE YOUR ASS, the "long-eared rescue" in New Hampshire, having their first donkey & mule show tomorrow Sept 20th!

Dog Talk Show #143 (9-12-2009) Convicted Dog Fighter Michael Vick is back in the NFL with the Philadelphia Eagles and partnering with the Humane Society of the United States to educate young people about the evils of dog fighting. Want to know how and why this all happened? Tracie spends the entire hour with HSUS President & CEO Wayne Pacelle.

Dog Talk Show #142 (9-5-2009) Meet the new Official Veterinary Surgeon of DOG TALK®, Dr. Phil Zeltzman, talking about repair of cruciate ligament injuries, DOG TALK® Dog of the Month Gracie from California, and our own magical animal communicator, Ann Marie Sawicki.

Dog Talk Show #141 (8-29-2009) Does your kitty or dog have kidney disease? Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins can help with that.

Dog Talk Show #140 (8-22-2009) Tracie took a quick trip to California so today you can listen again to her live show at Bay Street Theatre on "You're Feeding Your Pet WHAT?!"

Dog Talk Show #139 (8-15-2009) Are you grieving for a pet who has passed away? Have an older pet and are worried about how you'll handle your sorrow? Tracie talks to SUSAN COHEN, the Pet Loss Grief Counselor of the Animal Medical Center in NYC.

Dog Talk Show #138 (8-08-2009) All About Outlawing Ear Cropping & Tail Docking in Dogs and Declawing Cats with Dr. Barbara Hodges of the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association, plus Dr. Dawn Stelling of Old Towne Animal Hospital in Southampton, the first on the Est End to carry Vectra 3D against Ticks & Fleas!

Dog Talk Show #137 (8-01-2009) Live with an audience at the Bay Street Theatre (Sag Harbor, New York) Tracie tells the truth about dog & cat food.

Dog Talk Show #136 (7-25-2009) Dr Phil Padrid & Dr Alice Villalobos on promoting longevity in your pets - diagnosing and preventing illness.

Dog Talk Show #135 (7-18-2009) Author Kathryn Miles Talks about Adventures With Ari & Annie Brody of Camp Unleashed tells how you can have that same naturalist experience with your own dog.

Dog Talk Show #134 (7-11-2009) Author Michael Schaffer on his book ONE NATION UNDER DOG: Adventures in the New World of Prozac-Popping Puppies, Dog-Park Politics, and Organic Pet Food.

Dog Talk Show #133 (7-4-2009) Happy Fourth of July! Flower essences explained by Denise Flaim, author of THE HOLISTIC DOG BOOK; Animal Communicator Ann Marie does her magic.

Dog Talk Show #132 (6-27-2009) Notes from Tracie's Dog & Pony Show, speaking at veterinary schools, sponsored by Nordic Naturals.

Dog Talk Show #131 (6-20-2009) Dr. Doug Brum from MSPCA Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston on how to know whether your dog needs prevention against ticks.

Dog Talk Show #130 (6-13-2009) Revelations about internet puppy scams - don't get burned, learn the truth. Plus, meet the breeders: Puli.

Dog Talk Show #129 (6-06-2009) Dr Nancy Kay's book SPEAKING FOR SPOT; Dog of the Month Marquis, a Whippet in Montana; and Ann Marie Sawicki has a rockin' day communicating to lots of animals.

Dog Talk Show #128 (5-30-2009) ASPCA Poison Control Vet tells how GRAPES & RAISINS can sicken dogs; Meet the Breeder of Salukis; THREE Cavalier King Charles Spaniels for Adoption!

Dog Talk Show #127 (5-23-2009) Dr. Steven Levy, world's leading authority on tick disease and vaccination; Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins on keeping pets safe from household poisons and protecting dogs from ticks with Vectra 3D; and the amazing dock-diving corgi fueled by Spirit Essences!

Dog Talk Show #126 (5-16-2009) Who Gets the Pet When you Break Up? Pet Custody Mediator Charles Regal Can Help and and Meet the Breeder of Bull Mastiffs.

Dog Talk Show #125 (5-9-2009) New Book: Best Seat In The House; the Anywhere Pets Go transport service; and Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins on absoltely necessary protection against ticks.

Dog Talk Show #124 (5-2-2009) All about adopting a dog from Petfinder.com; shelter manager Kim Saunders who wrote The Adopted Dog Bible; & Ann Marie talks to the Animals.

Dog Talk Show #123 (4-25-2009) Dr. Valarie Tynes talking about the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB); then Tracie has a philosophical discussion with trainer Parvene Farhoody about problems in the science behind some of Cesar Millan's training methods.

Dog Talk Show #122 (4-18-2009) The pioneering vets whose study will change the way we vaccinate our pets: DR. JEAN DODDS and DR. RON SCHULTZ, the heroic minds behind THE RABIES CHALLENGE, a study which is proving that every 5 years - even every 7 years - is how frequently rabies boosters are really needed.

Dog Talk Show #121 (4-11-2009) Renowned author Temple Grandin (ANIMALS IN TRANSLATION and new book ANIMALS MAKE US HUMAN); Al Benner from Purrfect Fence on how to give cats a safe outdoor space.

Dog Talk Show #120 (4-04-2009) DR. KATHLEEN AYL, pet loss grief counselor in Los Angeles, discusses finding closure after losing a pet, even years ago. And it's Ann Marie day - animal communicator extraordinaire, gets callers in touch with their animals of every kind.

Dog Talk Show #119 (3-28-2009) Tracie was stood up by her scheduled guest but got loads of interesting calls about feeding dogs and cats, along with some more advice about not routinely vaccinating.

Dog Talk Show #118 (3-21-2009) Tennessee State Senator Doug Jackson and Representative Janis Sontany on commercial breeder legislation; Stephanie Shain on Humane Society of the United States actions against puppy mills

Dog Talk Show #117 (3-14-2009) A whole hour with Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins on cats, pet food and general debunking of commonly accepted myths and lies.

Dog Talk Show #116 (3-7-2009) A conversation with trainer Parvene Farhoody - NPR Fund Raising Day, so only one brief interview this week.

Dog Talk Show #115 (2-28-2009) IS CESAR MILLAN BARKING UP THE WRONG TREE? A round table debate with three veterinary behaviorists - Dr. Sophia Yin, Dr. Lisa-Radosta-Huntley and Dr. David Spiegel - and trainer Martin Deeley. March Dog(s) of the Month are New York City poodles, ROMEO AND TIGER.

Dog Talk Show #114 (2-21-2009) A great show with three people devoted to their breeds: Tom Leigh on teaching Border Collies to herd sheep; Barbara Crisafulli who fosters Giant Schnauzers in the breed rescue; and Meet the Breeder of Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Denise Flaim, who is also a gifted writer.

Dog Talk Show #113 (2-14-2009) Author Kevin Kelly and his wonderful book ENTERTAINING YOUR INDOOR CAT with loads of cost-free and fun ways to bond, play with and generally amuse your kitty.

Dog Talk Show #112 (2-7-2009) Dog of the Month Max the Golden Boy, cancer survivor amputee; Gil Lutz on the everyday challenges with his guide dog Evie, a Black Lab Furrari; and Ann Marie makes those magical connections for people with their pets.

Dog Talk Show #111 (1-31-2009) Dog Talk's® own Official dermatologist Dr. John Gordon on hot spots and "6 Degrees to Allergic Disease"

Dog Talk Show #110 (1-24-2009) The truth about omega-3 oils with Dr. Jean Hofve, who also explains The Spirit Essences she formulates.

Dog Talk Show #109 (1-17-2009) Holistic vet Dr. Michele Gaspar on "Do You want to Supersize That Mouse?"; meet a Chow breeder; and Luke of 2 Dogs 2,000 Miles.

Dog Talk Show #108 (1-10-2009) Dog Talk's® Own Official Oncologist, Dr. Alice Villalobos, on increasing longevity for our pets; Meet the German Shepherd!

Dog Talk Show #107 (1-3-2009) Learn how to take gentle control of your dog with the Canny Collar and Animal Communicator Ann Marie has everyone in tears, including herself!

Dog Talk Show #106 (12-27-2008) Treat yourself to a post-holiday delight: Do Dogs Laugh? by Jake Page. A great way to ring in the New Year with scientific insights into your dog that you won't find anywhere else.

Dog Talk Show #105 (12-20-2008) Dr Mike Conzemius on cruciate ligament injuries; plus, meet the Tibetan Terrier.

Dog Talk Show #104 (12-13-2008) Dog Talk's® own Dr. Phil (Padrid) has a philosophical discussion with Tracie about the responsibility of telling you about cutting edge, new, "fringe" ideas in veterinary medicine and other areas that affect your pets.

Dog Talk Show #103 (12-6-2008) A very spiritual show: Kathleen Prasad (Animal Reiki: Using Energy to Heal the Animals in Your Life)explains how to use Reiki meditation and energy with your pets as she does with shelter and sanctuary animals. Anne Marie Sawicki is back. Our very own Animal Communicator makes some incredible connections for people and their animals. Plus check out Luigi, the rescued Dobermann who is the very first Dog Talk® Dog of the Month!

Dog Talk Show #102 (11-29-2008) Want to cook for your dog or cat but unsure how to do it? The Ultimate Pet Food Guide and author Liz Palika will tell you that and more. Plus, meet Jackson Galaxy the cat behaviorist who owns Spirit Essences. the "magical" homeopathic mood-altering remedies.

Dog Talk Show #101 (11-22-2008) WLIU Fund-Raising Day with Special Bonus author Martha Sherrill's book DOG MAN about saving the Akita in Japan; and Meet Akita breeder Lonny Cohen.

Dog Talk Show #100 (11-15-2008) The 100th show! Wow! Bow-Wow! Thank you for listening these past two years and being part of the DOG TALK® Family. In celebration, Norm Levitz of Wagatha's tells how he followed his dream to Vermont and created my favorite organic, Kosher, human-edible biscuits (with a tin of Wagatha's for every caller on this Centennial Show). Jamie Shaw of The Dog School talks about canine depression and aggression issues.

Dog Talk Show #99 (11-8-2008) Dr. Steve Budsberg on knee surgery; Meet the Black & Tan Coonhound, and International Judge & Golden breeder, Jeff Pepper.

Dog Talk Show #98 (11-1-2008) Martin Deeley, U.K. 2007 Gun Dog Trainer of The Year on proper use of the e-collar; Meet the Field Spaniel (and there are even a few puppies available right now!) and Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins debunks veterinary prescription diets in her new book Not Fit For A Dog.

Dog Talk Show #97 (10-25-2008) Heidi Flammang of Camp Bow-Wow; The young Frost sisters raise money for the Morris Animal Foundation instead of birthday gifts; Meet the Tibetan Spaniel; and trainer Allison Denlea helps Tracie understand how a diet too high in protein may have caused Scooby Doo to become aggressive.

Dog Talk Show #96 (10-18-2008) NEWS BULLETIN! Early spay/neuter may be harming our dogs! Hear Dr. Christine Zink, DVM, PhD, DAVCP on the physical benefits of delaying neutering and trainer Parvene Farhoody on how it can reduce aggression. Plus, meet the Irish Water Spaniel!

Dog Talk Show #95 (10-11-2008) Dr. John Gordon, veterinary dermatologist on skin allergies; Diane Monahan from FRIENDS FOR PETS on selfish relinquishment of dogs when a baby arrives; and Meet the Breeder Mark Hawle and the Otterhound, a rare and delightful clown! Plus, artist Ron Burns reminds us it's Adopt a Shelter Dog month and how to win one of his signed prints.

Dog Talk Show #94 (10-04-2008) Luke from 2 Dogs 2000 Miles, Ted from Dogster.com and two Labradoodle breeders to show how a new breed of dog is born.

Dog Talk Show #93 (09-27-2008) A one hour special interview with Marion Nestle, author of PET FOOD POLITICS: The Chihuahua in the Coal Mine, which details the pet food recall that followed the death and illness of thousands of cats and dogs, and put everyone on alert to the inherent danger in our food chain.

Dog Talk Show #92 (09-20-2008) Jessica Higgins from Humane Society International on Puerto Rican Dead Dog Beach; Meet the Belgian Tervuren; and alternative medicine vet Dr. Michele Gaspar.

Dog Talk Show #91 (09-13-2008) Dr Jane Brunt talks about cat specialist vets; trainer Allison Denlea on realistic expectations for puppies.

Dog Talk Show #90 (09-06-2008) Meet the Vizsla! And animal communicator Ann Marie does some mind-reading that gave folks goosebumps.

Dog Talk Show #89 (08-30-2008) Learn about canine massage from Jodi at Fitter Critters in Lee, Massachusetts. Meet the Finnish Spitz. Hear Jeffrey Pepper, a distinguished Golden Retriever breeder and world-renowned AKC judge, tell Tracie why volume commercial dog breeders are necessary.

Dog Talk Show #88 (08-23-2008) Author Lt. Col. Jay Kopelman on his book FROM BAGHDAD TO AMERICA: Life Lessons from a Dog Named Lava; Luke from Tennessee on his 2 Dogs 2000 Miles walk; meet the breeder of the NEOPOLITAN MASTIFF; and DR. ELIZABETH HODGKINS with the truth about foods sold by your vet.

Dog Talk Show #87 (08-16-2008) The Cat Adoption Team in Oregon; Lucy from The Honest Kitchen with Ice Pups and Manchester Terriers!

Dog Talk Show #86 (08-02-2008) Ann Martin, the Grande Dame of pet food truth-tellers and the 3rd edition of her revolutionary book, FOOD PETS DIE FOR.

Dog Talk Show #85 (07-26-2008) The Well-Adjusted Dog, Dr. Nick Dodman's New Book; Dr. Elizabeth Hodgkins on the Dubious Nutrition in Dry Food; and Meet Alaskan Malamutes!

Dog Talk Show #84 (07-19-2008) Lydia Best, Petsitter Extraordinaire; "Hatred on the Internet" - Bernie Unti (HSUS) Discusses "What's up with Viral Rage?" And Meet the Clumber Spaniel!

Dog Talk Show #83 (07-12-2008) Gil Lutz talks about traveling 100,000 miles a year with his guide dog Evie and his new GPS system for the blind. PLUS raffle drawing July 14 for Billy Joel Concert "Last Play at Shea" - Go HERE for tickets.

Dog Talk Show #82 (07-05-2008) Big Dog from the 2 Dogs 2,000 Mile walk talks to Ann Marie the Great Communicator; Meet the Breeders: Collies!

Dog Talk Show #81 (06-28-2008) Car Safety with BarkBuckle Up & Amy Shojai with her book PETiquette, plus Big Dog Luke Robinson on the road with 2 Dogs 2000 Miles.

Dog Talk Show #80 (06-21-2008) Interviews from the Greenwich Kennel Club Dog Show.

Dog Talk Show #79 (06-14-2008) AKC spokesperson Lisa Peterson from the Greenwich Kennel Club dog show and Luke and Hudson on the road with "2 dogs 2,000 miles" to help cure cancer.

Dog Talk Show #78 (05-31-2008) Ted Kerasote, author of MERLE'S DOOR, talks about his wonderful life with this fine dog.

Dog Talk Show #77 Tracie Hotchner (05-24-2008) Nutrition consultant Sabine explains diets for dogs with cancer and Dr. Phil exposes the influence of big business in the veterinary field.

Dog Talk Show #76 Tracie Hotchner (05-17-2008) Did Eight Belles have to Die? Some truths about horse racing; Arden Moore, author of the Dog Behavior Answer Book.

Dog Talk Show #75 Tracie Hotchner (05-10-2008) Dr. Alice Villalobos on everything you need to know about common cancers.

Dog Talk Show #74 Tracie Hotchner (05-03-2008) K-9 Cops Kill Their Own Canines And Ann Marie Communicates With Your Animals.

Dog Talk Show #73 Tracie Hotchner (04-26-2008) Meet the dog warden who helped close the horrible dog chute at the Putnam County shelter. Plus, Weruva, the cool new dog food Tracie would share with her dogs on a desert island.

Dog Talk Show #72 Tracie Hotchner (04-19-2008) "Behavior Matters" trainer Parvene Farhoody teaches the secret first step in solving problems; NUZZLES treats arrive from The Honest Kitchen.

Dog Talk Show #71 Tracie Hotchner (04-12-2008) Dog & Cat Fur Trim on Your Coats?! Hear it from Pierre Grzybowski, Deputy Manager of the Fur Free Campaign at HSUS.

Dog Talk Show #70 Tracie Hotchner (04-05-2008) Ann Marie Sawicki, Dog Talk's Official Animal Communicator, is back to talk to the animals!

Dog Talk Show #69 Tracie Hotchner (03-29-2008) Dr. Patty Olson of the Morris Animal Foundation and Dr. Doug Herthel of Platinum Performance Supplement. Two wonderful doctors making life better for our pets.

Dog Talk Show #68 Tracie Hotchner (03-22-2008) The new book I'LL WAIT IN THE CAR and the new Integrative Vet of Dog Talk, Dr. Michele Gaspar in Chicago.

Dog Talk Show #67 Tracie Hotchner (03-15-2008) Dr. Melinda Merck Forensic Vet for the ASPCA, and a friendly debate about Cesar Millan.

Dog Talk Show #66 Tracie Hotchner (03-08-2008) Putnam Pet Pals Closed the dreaded "chute"! And Dr. Kathleen Ayl on Grieving for a Pet.

Dog Talk Show #65 Tracie Hotchner (03-01-2008) It's Ann Marie time again - lets talk to the animals!

Dog Talk Show #64 Tracie Hotchner (02-23-2008) Robin Starr (Richmond, VA SPCA) on puppy mills and pet stores; mortgage crisis leaves pets homeless; and Tracie drives FedEx #11 NASCAR in Vegas.

Dog Talk Show #63 Tracie Hotchner (02-16-2008) Pet Sitters - Danielle Vasta tells us why you should have one and how to become one.

Dog Talk Show #62 Tracie Hotchner (02-09-2008) School Kids Build Feral Cat Houses, Dr. Phil and Amazing New Drugs.

Dog Talk Show #61 Tracie Hotchner (02-02-2008) Ann Marie wows us again, telling us what dogs, cats & horses are thinking.

Dog Talk Show #60 Tracie Hotchner (01-26-2008) Allison Denlea on Customizing Training to Your Individual Dog & Diane Monahan from Friends for Pets in California.

Dog Talk Show #59 Tracie Hotchner (01-19-2008) Learn about a breed Tracie had never heard of - Chinooks - and about the Kitty Habitat at Bide-A-Wee.

Dog Talk Show #58 Tracie Hotchner (01-12-2008) More amazing stories from the Transport Angels and Parvene Farhoody on trainers.

Dog Talk Show #57 Tracie Hotchner (01-05-2008) Can you talk to your animals? Sure you can, through Ann Marie Sawicki, Dog Talk's Official Animal Communicator.

Dog Talk Show #56 Tracie Hotchner (12-29-2007) Problems With Our Language & Training Dogs: They Don't Have A Dictionary!

Dog Talk Show #55 Tracie Hotchner (12-22-2007) Tracie's Christmas present to you all is the wonderful story of the Underground Transport Network from the people saving dogs lives every day across the nation.

Dog Talk Show #54 Tracie Hotchner (12-15-2007) Tracie learns from the chaining expert at HSUS and "Dogs Deserve Better" about how to change laws to protect dogs.