Animal Tales

Hosts Heidi and Tommy delve into a difficult topic with their guest Colleen Lynn who operates the website, dogsbite.org. She maintains statistics on dangerous dogs, dog bites, maulings and even deaths as a result of dangerous dogs. Their discussion is a deep dive into breed specific legislation including pitbull and bully breeds. In Florida, Governor DeSantis just rescinded a ban on size and breed, while in the UK, they broadened the ban adding more breeds and types of dogs. Regardless of which side you may be inclined toward, this is truly a challenging issue. Tune in to follow along with the conversation. We would also love to have your input as well. See the social media links below.

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Scott Dorenkamp, Livestock Program & Government Relations Manager for the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and Heidi talk Rodeo. Everything from how rodeo began, self-imposed regulations, animal care, and the way of life for the people and animals. There are attempts across the country to ban rodeos, yet many have not even attended an event. Their information is coming from the vocal animal rights/protection groups. Hear the other side of the story from a generational expert who lives it.

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If you sincerely care about the welfare of animals, and/or are concerned about your right to enjoy animals in sport, entertainment, agriculture, and even own pets, and truly want to know more about businesses and industries involved with animals and how they care for their animals, do not miss an episode of Heidi Herriott’s Animal Tales podcast. There is more to the story! Please subscribe, rate and review the podcast.

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Hosts Heidi and Tommy are joined by world-class dog groomer Donna Skura. A fun and informative conversation providing insight as to how to choose a groomer, what to expect, how to train your dog to get ready, and have the best overall experience for both you and your dog. Also, what to consider if you are grooming at home, or in between grooming visits.

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Missy Dassinger tells the story of her family’s animals at their ranch in ND, and attempts by local officials, a veterinarian, and animal rights groups to confiscate their animals, or at least the ones with value. The Humane Society of the United States, an animal rights group, had offered $5000 to anyone who turned in animal owners that resulted in conviction. Was the monetary incentive a driving force? Why was the call accusing Missy’s father of not caring for his animals from an anonymous person that had not even seen the farm and was not in ND? While none of us want to see animals abused or neglected, it is also important that facts, expertise, and clear heads prevail when faced with a possible issue. Missy Dassinger worked to get the law in ND changed so that there must be a hearing before the local law enforcement can seize animals. Also, that an inventory of the animals, and where they are being kept is provided. If the Dassinger ranch was not caring for their animals, why did officials leave the animals on the farm, and allow Gary Dassinger to care for them? This is definitely a story that falls under #thereismoretothestory! The movie, The Stand at Paxton Co. tells the Dassinger’s story.

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If you sincerely care about the welfare of animals, and/or are concerned about your right to enjoy animals in sport, entertainment, agriculture, and even own pets, and truly want to know more about businesses and industries involved with animals and how they care for their animals, do not miss an episode of Heidi Herriott’s Animal Tales podcast. There is more to the story! Please subscribe, rate and review the podcast.

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President Biden’s German shepherds are making news again. Listen in to hear what is getting the dogs, Major and Commander in hot water. Hosts Heidi and Tommy also welcome a guest – professional dog trainer Amy Pishner of Valor K9. Amy provides some wonderful insight into her experience training dogs from puppies to service dogs. She drills down on what it looks like to train and care for a well-behaved dog, and even how to choose the right one.

Other topics include how fake service dogs are really creating issues for those who are disabled and need their dogs for their independence. And finally, what are you training your dog to do inadvertently? Tune in to this episode chock full of doggone good information!

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JJ Jones, Executive Director of the National Institute for Animal Agriculture, believes it is healthier to have a conversation, not a confrontation regarding animal agriculture. Emotions run high as the now primarily urban population of the USA questions and even vilifies those who farm and ranch, and provide our food. Heidi and JJ engage in a robust discussion and cover a wide variety of topics including legislation, sustainability, animal vaccines, Ag leadership and more. Tune in to learn why food scare tactics should scare you, but not in the way you think! And why it is important as consumers to ask questions, and research your options.

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If you sincerely care about the welfare of animals, and/or are concerned about your right to enjoy animals in sport, entertainment, agriculture, and even own pets, and truly want to know more about businesses and industries involved with animals and how they care for their animals, do not miss an episode of Heidi Herriott’s Animal Tales podcast. There is more to the story! Please subscribe, rate and review the podcast.

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Hosts Heidi and Tommy embark on a fun and enlightening recap of the first 15 episodes. Everything from training, positive reinforcement, operant conditioning to breed specific issues, dangerous dogs and more. Shelters, rescues, pet stores and breeders for sourcing dogs. Legislative issues affecting pets, and so much more! They highlight their favorite episodes and information. Listen in for a robust discussion about how we live with, train, and manage our dogs.

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Americans love animals, and enjoy visiting zoos and animal facilities. But have you ever considered what happens when there is some type of disaster or emergency that requires all hands on deck at an animal facility, or even evacuations of various species of animals. Executive Director of ZDR3, Julia Wagner walks us through what their organization provides in the way of assistance, whether physical help, animal expertise, and/or just brainstorming with folks working towards a solution. True animal experts who love and care for animals are there to ensure the animals’ wellbeing, while helping each other, and offering assistance. A fascinating conversation you won’t want to miss!

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If you sincerely care about the welfare of animals, and/or are concerned about your right to enjoy animals in sport, entertainment, agriculture, and even own pets, and truly want to know more about businesses and industries involved with animals and how they care for their animals, do not miss an episode of Heidi Herriott’s Animal Tales podcast. There is more to the story! Please subscribe, rate and review the podcast.

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The most loving and responsible thing you can do for your dog is ensure they have a great foundation! One of the primary components of this is being able to successfully walk your dog. Hosts Heidi and Tommy feel so strongly about this topic that they have devoted an entire episode to how to achieve a successful walk. They break it down into the steps to get started, and also what to do if you are having issues. A not-to-be-missed segment! Also, learn about a story of successful puppy training, and even dogs who surf! Tune in on your favorite podcast platform or find us on YouTube!

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The Borges family have been providing sleigh and carriage rides for five decades. Just like in NYC and other areas around the country, there is now an outcry to ban them, and a petition circulating in Lake Tahoe. This is a philosophical, ideologic, emotional outcry. Time and again, animal professionals and experts indicate the horses are fine and have parameters to work within. Listen in as Heidi talks with Dwight and Diana Borgess about life in the carriage/sleigh business, and living with a herd of beautiful horses!

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If you sincerely care about the welfare of animals, and/or are concerned about your right to enjoy animals in sport, entertainment, agriculture, and even own pets, and truly want to know more about businesses and industries involved with animals and how they care for their animals, do not miss an episode of Heidi Herriott’s Animal Tales podcast. There is more to the story! Please subscribe, rate and review the podcast.

For more information about Heidi or future episodes of the podcast, go to www.heidiherriott.com/at-podcast.

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