Lori Matrantoni is the heart and soul behind A Forever Home Animal Rescue in Tavares, Florida, and after seven years in their current location, they have just been told they need to vacate by the end of December. Lori is hoping the community can come through with a new place to rent or buy, or donate to their GoFundMe account. Find that link and more, including puppies and dogs available for adoption, at www.aforeverhomeanimalrescue.org or call (407) 221-1855 ..read more

Gabby Cash with Orlando Rabbit Care and Adoptions joins us with three young bunnies that will soon be available for adoption. Gabby shares how the majority of their rescues are rabbits that have been dumped by their owners. She also talks about how domesticated rabbits cannot survive in the wild because they don’t know how to burrow or hide from prey or the elements, and also don’t know what native plants to eat. ORCA is the only rabbit rescue in the area, due to the fact that rabbits cannot be taken to Orange County Animal Services or to the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando. To see their adopt ..read more

Dr. James Bogan brings with him Beauregard, a very large Eastern Indigo Snake from the Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation, the only captive breeding facility for this particular species. Dr. Bogan shares how this non-venomous snake loves to eat the venomous varieties, and is America’s longest snake, and now is only found in southern Georgia and Florida. To help support the critical work of the Orianne Center, which is operated by the Central Florida Zoo, they’re hosting their second annual Indigo Bluegrass BBQ Saturday, February 11th, 2023, from Noon to 4:00 pm in Eustis, Florida. Get tick ..read more

Whitney Boylston, Executive Director of the Lake County Animal Shelter, and Lavar Cooper, Public Information Officer for Lake County, introduce us to three adorable kittens available for adoption. Whitney shares the details of several upcoming events, including ‘Paws & Claws Adopt-a-thon,’ on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at Magnolia Closing Company in Eustis, Florida, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. For more information, find them www.lakecountyfl.gov/animal-shelter or on Facebook at Lake County Florida Animal Shelter. You can also give them a call at (352) 343-9688 ..read more

Retired Orange County K9 Deputy Robert Ramos is joined by Deputy First Class Ashley Keller, along with Corporal Robert Lees and his K9 partner, Chico. Robert Ramos shares the special relationship a law enforcement officer shares with their canine partner, along with some rather unique challenges. He also talks how the organization, K9’s United, supports their important work by providing much-needed supplies. Robert invites folks to take part in K9’s United’s ‘9K For K9’s’ on Saturday, November 19th, 2022, a fun run and family event in Apopka, Florida. You can also show your support by ordering ..read more

Christin Burford, the founder and Executive Director of the C.A.R.E. Foundation in Apopka, Florida, introduces us to “Ava,” a one-year-old Spider Monkey who started life as an exotic pet, before finding a home at the Foundation. Christin shares both the pros and cons of living with Ava, and her older brother, Amos, including some unique costs, like “monkey biscuits.” To meet Ava, Amos, and all the other exotic animals that call the C.A.R.E. Foundation home, check out their ‘Wildlife Celebration’ on Saturday and Sunday, October 1st and 2nd, 2022. For details, call (407) 247-8948 or go to www.th ..read more

Handler R.A. “Bear” Berman introduces us to his Therapy Dog, Macy T. Dawg, who helped launch the Therapy Dog Program at the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, and, as part of the Crisis Response Canines team, responded to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Macy, a beautiful 6-year-old Golden Retriever, serves everyone from children to senior citizens. Go to therapydogs.com for more information ..read more

Hannah Medd is the Lead Scientist for the American Shark Conservancy in Palm Beach Gardens, and she joins us to talk about ‘Shark Awareness Day’ on July 14, 2022. Hannah shares how many different species of sharks live in the waters around Florida, and when it might be best to skip that swim. Connect to them and their important work at www.Americansharkconservancy.org ..read more

James Brooks, with Spaceport Integration, talks about his role in helping keep a balance between the wildlife that lives in and around the Kennedy Space Center, and the science of NASA. He also shares the multitude of animals that are part of his workday, and the fascinating work it takes to care for them and the environment. To get your tickets and more, go to www.kennedyspacecenter.com or call (855) 433-4210 ..read more

Marty Fischer is a volunteer puppy raiser for Canine Companions for Independence, and he joins us with his latest pup-in-training, Russo, a 6-month-old Labrador Retriever. Marty shares what it’s like to raise a puppy for 20 months, only to have to let them go so they can receive more advanced training. Most importantly, he shares the immense difference these dogs provide the children and adults they serve. To learn more, go to www.canine.org or call (407) 522-3300 ..read more