Krystal Perez-Morales, an Education Specialist, and Taylor Nelson, a Team Lead Zoo Teacher, join us from the Central Florida Zoo and bring along Dillo, the armadillo. They talk about how armadillos are a great source of natural pest control and other unique features, including their mating habits. Krystal also shares information about upcoming events, like Zoo Boo Bash in October. Get your tickets and more at www.CentralFloridaZoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.

Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training joins us to once again tackle listeners’ questions about their dogs behavior. This time, he covers sudden aggressiveness in a group of dogs, to a pup so nervous she won’t go outside, and everything in between. Book your training appointment at www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or call (407) 456-1066.

Dr. Brian Martin is a veterinarian at the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando and joins us to help kick-off National Dog Week, which is celebrated every year from September 20-27. Dr. Martin shares all the different services they provide at the clinic, along with which types of dogs are the most challenging to work with, and more. Find your next four-legged Forever Friend at www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722.

Angie Klein and Ciji Swanton joins us from the Humane Society of Lake County, our benefiting organization for our inaugural Suds, Pups & Pints event on September 16, 2023, in Mount Dora. They also brought along Brandy, a sweet one and a-half year old dog, and Marilyn, a tiny 8-week-old kitten, and both are available for adoption. Angie shares how the money raised at Suds, Pups & Pints will help them make needed repairs to their facility, as well as cover mounting medical bills. Learn more about the important work they do, and their animals available for adoption, at www.humanelake.com or call (352) 589-7400.

Jifu Jennings, an Education Specialist at the Central Florida Zoo, and Krystal Perez-Morales, a Zoo Teacher, introduce an Asian Forest Scorpion named ‘The Prince.’ They share fascinating facts about scorpions, including how they glow under a black light. Jifu also talks about all the different events the Zoo is hosting, including Sunset at the Zoo, Zoo Boo Bash, and the return of the Asian Lantern Festival. Plan your next visit at www.centralfloridazoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.

Debbie Helsel, Executive Director of the Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge, joins us via Zoom because of Hurricane Idalia, while hand-feeding a bunch of baby squirrels. Because of the weather, Debbie shares what folks should do if they find a baby squirrel, and why they are not meant to be pets. Learn more about the important work Debbie and her team do at www.btnwildlife.org or call (407) 568-5138.

Kathy Burns from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando brings along Laxy, a 6-month-old puppy who just had surgery to remove a hind leg. Despite this setback, she’s recovering well and is almost ready for adoption. Kathy also reminds folks that resources are available to help them keep their pets, from food to low-cost vet care, and where to find them. See the dogs and cats available in real-time at www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722.

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.

Jifu Jennings, Education Specialist with the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, brings along Reptar, a blue-tongued skink to help celebrate World Lizard Day on August 14th. We ask her how the extreme heat affects their animals, as well as their summer camp programs, and Jifu shares the secret of hidden fans and AC. She also reminds everyone that Sunset at the Zoo continues on August 25th, 2023, featuring live music, cultural enrichment, food trucks, and more. Get your tickets and more at www.centralfloridazoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.

Darryl and Pennie Payne from Pawfection Dog Training join us once again and kick things off with big laughs about their recent vacation. Then, Darryl answers listeners’ questions about their dogs’ behavior, including how a metal food bowl can affect how your pup behaves, to what to do to calm them down during stormy weather. Book your training session at www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or call (407) 456-1066.