Kathy Burns and Sally Edmonds join us from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, and bring along Giggles, a 4-month-old Calico kitten available for adoption. Kathy uses today's visit to explain how a cat's coat often determines its gender, and, more often than not, its personality traits, as well. To foster or find your fur-ever friend, go to www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722.

Jodi Carnevale, who founded Madi’s Mission along with Travis James, introduces us to Toothless the Sloth, and shares some truly interesting facts about this fascinating animal. She also shares the goal of Madi's Mission, which is to help environmental awareness and conservation. Learn more at www.madismission.org.

Education Specialist, Jifu Jennings, and Zoo Teacher, Emily Geist, join us from the Central Florida Zoo and bring along 'Reptaur,' a Blue-tongued skink in honor of World Lizard Day. In addition to sharing some interesting facts about the Blue-tongued skink, Jifu and Emily also talk about their upcoming events, including the Zoo's fourth Sunset event of 2024, Sunset at the Zoo, as they proudly celebrate Native American & Alaska Native culture and heritage on August 23, 2024. To learn more and get your tickets, go to www.centralfloridazoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.

Christin Burford is the Founder and Director of the C.A.R.E. Foundation (Creating Animal Respect Education Foundation Inc.) The purpose of this non-profit entity is to provide a permanent home for non-releasable exotic & wild animals. Christin brings along two of her residents from the refuge: Petey, the Opossum, and Fergie, a Ball python. She talks about the influx of animals to their Foundation, and the interesting reasons behind it. Learn more about the animals they care for, and to see their Amazon Wish List, at www.thecarefoundation.org or call (407) 247-8948.

Kathy Burns and Rodney Purvis from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando bring along Jacob, a Frenchie, or French Bulldog, to talk about how, despite the breed's enormous popularity, they are often plagued by health problems, most often caused by irresponsible breeders. They also discuss how your local shelter can help you find your perfect pet and how becoming a foster offers you the chance to help a shelter animal without the full-time commitment. find your fur-ever friend at www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722.

Debbie Helsel, Executive Director of the Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge, brings along Luna, an Eastern Screech Owl, to invite everyone to their Sleuths Mystery Dinner Show fundraiser coming up on September 7, 2024. Tickets are on sale now! She also updates us on the status of their construction project for their new facility. To get your tickets to the Sleuths Mystery Dinner Show fundraiser, or to report an injured wild animal, go to www.btnwildlife.org or call (407) 568-5138.

Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training joins us to once again answer listeners' questions regarding their dogs' behavior. This time, Darryl tackles 'leash reactivity,' dogs who suddenly become aggressive, and when should crate your dog. Plus, Darryl shares some important tips on what to do if you ever find yourself in the midst of a dog attack. Book your appointment or get more info by calling (407) 456-1066 or visit www.pawfectiondogtraining.com.

Kathy Burns from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando joins us to talk about the continuing 'kitten season' and how you can help by adopting a kitten for National Kitten Day on July 10th. She also discusses Fourth of July safety for your pets and how to keep them calm. Learn more at www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722,

Sgt. Jay Nix and former Orange County K9 Deputy Robert Ramos, along with retired K9 Drago, join us from K9s United to talk about their specialty license plate that is available for pre-order in Florida, and how the funds help smaller law enforcement agencies with the costs associated with having K9's on the force. Learn more and pre-order yours at k9sunited.org or call (904) 601.2220.

Zoo Teacher, Taylor Nelson, and Volunteer Coordinator, Sierra Dillard, join us from the Central Florida Zoo, and bring a lesser Madagascar hedgehog tenrec named "Pippin." Interestingly enough, although the word 'hedgehog' is in its name, Pippin more closely resembles a shrew than a hedgehog, and is actually related to an elephant. Taylor and Sierra also talk about how you can celebrate Father's Day at the Zoo, Sunset at the Zoo, as well as a Night Hike at the Zoo, a great way to visit the Zoo without the heat and humidity. Get your tickets at www.centralfloridazoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.