It's Animal Radio's "Black Furday" Special

We're celebrating Thanksgiving weekend and giving you the gifts!!

The entire dream team voted for their favorite pet products from 2010. We took all the common items and put them in our yearly countdown. We even have giveaways of all these goodies.

These are the items you, your pets, and your pet-lovin' friends want for the holidays:

Eyenimal Pet Video Camera is the first brand of miniature video cameras that allow dog and cat owners to step into the lives of their favorite pet.

The Pooch Power Shovel is a more than a lightweight cordless power tool; it's the next generation in pooper-scooper technology. Whether you have a small Maltese or 2 giant mutts, the Pooch Power Shovel can handle all of your dog's presents.

The Scoop Free Automatic Litter is the only self-cleaning litter box that uses disposable litter trays to provide hands-off convenience and unbeatable odor control.

WAHL's Deluxe Series Pet-Pro Kit provides home groomers with a versatile clipper at an affordable price. The kit includes all the tools and step-by-step instructions needed to make the grooming experience great for both the owner and pet.

Does Your Dog Look Like John O'Hurley?

Animal Radio® welcomes the return of actor/host John O'Hurley. Best known as 'J. Peterman' on Seinfeld, the first winner of Dancing With The Stars, and host of Thanksgiving favorite, The National Dog Show. O'Hurley is looking for dogs that look like him. He says "it doesn't hurt if they're pompous and arrogant like me."

I've Got Bed Bugs

Dr. Debbie brings in a test tube full of bedbugs. All in response to a break-out on the east coast. Do bedbugs affect your pet? What the heck are those critters anyway? Should we be scared? How can trained dogs help us find bedbugs? You'll learn more today about bedbugs than you ever thought you could possibly know on the subject!

'White Knuckles' Video Explained

Have you seen the latest video to drop from the band OK Go? How did they train 15 dogs to do those tricks? Bassist/Vocalist Tim Nordwind explains the process. After leaving EMI, a major record label, they are finding new ways to penetrate the market with their unique brand of music.

I Forgot To Set My Tivo

ABC's Bachelorette Trista Sutter shares pet-tales and a bunch of cash with needy humane organizations. It looks like she really did find a forever friend in the reality show. She's been married 7 years now. Sutter has become a voice-piece for Purina.

Grab the Antiseptic - Time to Clean the Cat

"Dogfather" Joey Villani says you can groom your kitty without the chain-mesh gauntlets and vodka. He'll share his tips for cleaning the furr-ball.

When Smokey Talks

Legendary Motown singer Smokey Robinson is this week's special guest. He promoting his new album, the first Afro-American artist to appear in the Cracker Barrel CD collection since a NAACP lawsuit. He doesn't have an affinity for animals and we're still scratching our heads figuring why he's on Animal Radio®.

Shattering Training Myths - Sorry Cesar

Oprah's dog trainer, Tamar Geller says you don't have to be dominant, you don't have to teach submissiveness or ingrain fear to get your dog to behave. She is the creator of the wildly successful Gandhi-esque dog philosophy, The Loved Dog™. She tells listeners how to empower their dog within 30 days.

Removing Tar and Gum

No, you don't have to cut your pets hair to remove the gum still in Fido's fur since Halloween. "Dogfather" Joey Villani brings his expertise to the Animal Radio® Dream Team every week. With a little Mineral oil and Dawn dish soap, you'll have the gum or tar out of your furry-friends coat before you can say "Thank you Dogfather!"

Taking On a Stubborn African Gray

Parrots can be pretty aggressive. Their attitude can outlive ...well, you. Imagine the mind games this witty bird can play its human. We've run into a bird that can emulate the phone, door bells, other people. He's determined to drive his owner crazy. Help Dr. Debbie!

What Dogs See, Smell and Know

Alexandra Horowitz is back to share more interesting truths about how our dogs think. More often than not, we associate human traits on our pets. But, most of the time we're wrong. Take that sloppy kiss for example. We think it means our dog is kissing us - a sign of affection. Not necessarily. Listen to find out what it really means.

Determining The Cause of Sickness

Several concerned listeners noticed problems with their pets after eating recalled pet-food. Is the food to blame, or is it something else? In this case, it has nothing to do with the recall. But others may not be so lucky. Dr. Debbie shares the factors and symptoms of the recalled products.

Post Grooming Furunculosis

The name may be funky, but the illness is very serious. Your pet may get this infection after a visit to the groomer, especially if the groomer hasn't practiced good hygiene. Dr. Debbie saw two cases in her office this week alone. Dogfather Joey Villani has tips to avoid Furunculosis!

Dog Daze To Daylight Savings

Believe it or not, even our pets are affected by Daylight Savings Time. So, when you set the clock back this weekend, be sure to keep Fido and Fluffy in mind.

Bart Simpson Has A Cow!

The voice of Bart Simpson, Nancy Cartwright is our special guest this week. Nancy lives on an acre 'ranch-style' country house with "tons" of animals. Her menagerie includes, 2 dogs, 3 cats, sea-horses and a fiberglass cow named "Milk-Dud." "I don't know if other kids make this mistake, but when I was growing up, I always thought that dogs were the males and cats were the females," Cartwright exclaims, "I don't know how long I went before figuring that one out."

Man Has Dog Euthanized. Dog Wakes Up Next Day

Matt Olivarez made the decision to euthanize his 10 yr. old Rottweiler 'Mia' after the vet told him she was in pain. Afterward, he took the dog's remains back home and put them in his garage as he planned to bury Mia on Sunday. But the next morning he discovered Mia wide awake. Olivarez said he was shocked, "It's like a scene from the horror film 'Pet Sematary.'"

What Vaccinations Your New Pup Really Needs

With a lot of concern surrounding over-vaccinating, Dr. Debbie has the low-down on what you must do to keep your new-family member safe from disease. There is a reason Rabies vaccinations are mandatory in most every state.

Have a Safe Halloween!

Myth: A Small Amount of Chocolate is Deadly

ABC Good Morning America's Dr. Marty Becker is back and he's busting-myths. Is Swiffer and Febreze dangerous to your pet? Will Poinsettias kill my puss? What if my dog eats my Halloween candy?

Bats Sing and Mice Giggle

Did you know that chimps have out-scored college students on memory tests? Birds can see the magnetic lines of the earth. Ant's 'tag' their enemies so others know they're dangerous. Elephants hear with their toes. All fun facts from Dr. Karen Shanor's best-seller Bats Sing, Mice Giggle.

Pet Food Recall - Too Much Vitamin D

The Blue Buffalo Company has recalled some dog-foods. A report indicates that these recipes may contain high levels of Vitamin D, which can be fatal. Blue Buffalo founder Bill Bishop says an ingredient supplier had made a scheduling error and produced a Vitamin D supplement immediately prior to preparing the ingredients for the BLUE products in question. To date there have been 36 illnesses.

Figuring Your Pets DNA

When a listener is convinced that his dog is part Dingo, Dr. Debbie doubts his word and challenges it with a DNA test!

Get Your Licks On Route 66

We're live for the finale of the North Shore Animal League's nationwide adoption tour. Over 250 animals found homes along America's favorite highway. The whole gang is in Los Angeles at Griffith Park - and we're helping new pet guardians find their way.

Is The Dog Allowed In Bed?

Many trainers, like our very own, believe that you should NOT allow your pets in bed. We all love cuddling up with them, so why is it so bad? Vladae explains the dynamics that could lead your dog down the wrong path.

FDA Alert - Online Buyer: Beware

The US Food and Drug Administration has issued an alert about buying discounted pet medications online. The FDA has found that some online pharmacies sell unapproved drugs, or counterfeit products. This comes on the heels of a 'Frontline' re-labeling scam.

"My Dog is Eating Poop"

'Pica' is a common problem among dogs, and even some cats. It can be triggered by lack of minerals in the diet, or it could just means your dog needs more mental stimulation. Dr. Debbie has answers and will help you determine a solution.

Fighting Rabies From the Air

The state of Tennessee is combating wild animal rabies from the air. In an effort to control the disease in raccoons, cracker encrusted fish bait will be dropped over 3400 square miles - and supposedly cannot hurt pets or people.

Blessing The Animals

St. Francis of Assisi started the tradition and we carry it on with our yearly blessings. Bring your furry-friends to the radio and join us as the very charismatic Reverend Dr. James Capers leads this ceremony.

Adventures Among Ants

Did you know ants colonies are sisterhoods. "The guys don't really do much," says entomologist Mark Moffett, "they have sex and die. And apparently that's satisfactory for them." The "Jane Goodall of Ants" will forever change the way you think about the little critters.

National Feral Cat Day

No, not another Hallmark creation. For a decade, Alley Cat Allies has celebrated this occasion by Trapping, Neutering and Releasing hundreds of furr-balls. Top Cat Becky Robinson has practical tips for handling stray cats.

A Rash of Resorts

The last few weeks have been peppered with stories of new, upscale pet resorts opening across America. For instance, the Jet Pet Resort in Vancouver offers a $1000 a night package for your pup. It includes private limo transportation, a luxury suite with 24 hr. supervised care. Daily adventures at the dog park, private walks, massage and spa treatments, plasma HDTV (dogs hate fuzzy pictures), picnics and specialized meals.

Bunny Mansion

Paris Hilton (former Playboy bunny) has added 20 rabbits to her menagerie of pets. Paris tweeted that se was in a pet store and saw the bunnies were destined to be snake food, so she bought them all.

Sam and Ella Aren't Invited To Dinner

More recalls because of Salmonella contamination. While no major illnesses have been reported, the FDA continues on a rampage to encourage voluntary recalls of facilities that have tested positive. Hartz is the latest to top the recall list.

Live from SuperZoo

Animal Radio® is on the road again. This time we're checking out the newest pet products available for your pets as we broadcast from the Loews Lake Las Vegas Pet Friendly Resort. From automatic litters to Smart ID tags, we're bringing the best to you from the floor of the Mandalay Bay Convention Center.

Between You and Your Psychic

Animal Communicator Joy Turner is asked what dogs think when they see humans making love. Thank god this show is live from Las Vegas. What happens on this show stays in Vegas!

Dressing-up Your Dog

Groomer extraordinaire Joey Villani has cheap and easy ways to safely dye your dog for Halloween. You might even have the ingredients in your cupboard. And what pup wouldn't enjoy being red for a day?Live from SuperZoo

Animal Radio® is on the road again. This time we're checking out the newest pet products available for your pets as we broadcast from the floor of the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. SuperZoo is the 'industry only' pet products convention and we have your VIP passes! From automatic litters to Smart ID tags, we're bringing the best to you and your pets for 2011.

And while we're here in Vegas, we're also checking out the pet-friendliest resort in Nevada! We're broadcasting from the lap of luxury at Loews Lake Las Vegas.

Between You and Your Psychic

Animal Communicator Joy Turner is asked what dogs think when they see humans making love. Thank god this show is live from Las Vegas this week. What happens on this show stays in Vegas...sort of.

Dressing-up Your Dog

Groomer extraordinaire Joey Villani has cheap and easy ways to safely dye your dog for Halloween. You might even have the ingredients in your cupboard. And what pup wouldn't enjoy being red for a day?

Michael Vick's Dogs

Where are the dogs that we're found at Michael Vick's estate? Two-years later we look back at the dog-fighting case of the decade. Is there a silver lining surrounding these brutal abuses? Author Jim Gorant researched each and every dog for a follow-up of The Lost Dogs. One of the dogs is now a therapy dog - imagine that!

Pet Insurance

Get the unbiased truth from a veterinarian about Pet Insurance. Should you put your money into an interest bearing account or pay a premium for the costly procedures that you might encounter in your pet's life?

Traveling Tips

Family Travel Expert Lynn Hayes has tips on making pet-travel smooth and easy. You can even take your cat if you're prepared. Of course, most felines would rather cuddle up on their favorite pillow.

Ending Chewing

Some dogs can't seem to break the bad habit of chewing on things. Vladae The Russian Dog Wizard has fool-proof (emphasis on 'fool') ways to stop bad behavior for good.