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How are animals going to react to the eclipse? Laurie makes some predictions. Scientists are planning to resurrect the woolly mammoth in a few years. Maybe it's not a good idea. Laurie recounts a dog she had named Tino. A caller who lived in  the path of a full solar eclipse in South Dakota in the 70's recalls a friend with a dairy farm describing his cows coming in to the barn in the middle of the day when it got dark, not their usual time, and it took 3 months for the cows to reorient to real time. A caller wanted advice on how to teach his dog not to jump ..read more

Rabbits were the subject of the day. Dr. Tanya Battison, rabbit expert, explained why you should think carefully before getting a rabbit as a pet, especially as an Easter gift. Rabbits are not easy pets. Dr. Battison explained the many responsibilities involved with having a pet rabbit as well as the fun side. She is the veterinarian for Every Bunny Counts Rabbit Rescue. Home - Everybunny Counts (everybunnycountsct.org) More information about Dr. Battison can be found hereDr. Tanya Battiston, DVM | Star Meadow Animal Clinic and here Transcendent Souls Illumin ..read more

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There are so many gadgets, gizmos, and supplements for pets. Which ones are useful and which ones aren't? A caller with an itchy Puggle wanted advice, and a "frantic mom" wanted suggestions for her new, sometimes overly rambunctious rescue dog ..read more

Dr. Andrea Dennis is joined by Dr. Ally Salzer, owner and founder of Canine Behavioral Blueprints to discuss the process of working with a certified animal behaviorist and your veterinarian to resolve unacceptable pet behavior which can often start with a medical issue ..read more

 Dr. Andrea Dennis from the Bloomfield Animal Hospital recognizes February National  Pet Dental Awareness Month. Along with answering questions from the listening audience, dental maintenance at home and in the veterinary hospital are discussed ..read more

In the news recently; dogs being stolen and a woman pretending to be a veterinarian performs a C section on a Bulldog resulting in the dog's death. Laurie cautions people and gives some suggestions to keep pets safe. A caller wanted to give a progress report about a stray cat he took in and how well it eventually acclimated with his cats. Another caller wanted to know how to handle her chihuahua who snaps when people move their hands away after belly rubs ..read more

Laurie explains why she dropped out of college and decided to become a dog trainer. Three things Laurie didn't use for years, but changed her mind when she realized their value. Those things were crates, muzzles, and prong collars ..read more

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