Deb talks about the terrible flooding in Texas; the many pets rescued, and what you can do to make sure your pet survives natural disaster evacuation. First responders and pet rescue. Training tips described with demos of all the basics plus games and tricks at Deb Wolfe – Pet Expert on YouTube. Coyotes biting people in the city! Matt Damon, Nicole Richie & the Great Carol Burnett all have pet stories to tell.

EPISODE NOTES: Coyotes, Flood, & Celebrity Pet Gossip

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In this episode I provide an overview of one of my recently released digital streaming albums, Relax the Mind and Body Meditation. I describe the different types of meditations and ways to incorporate meditation into your life. A simple walk in nature, gardening, listening to music are forms of meditation. Meditation allows you to shut-off the conscious mind, releasing the endless chatter that enters the mind and allows you to release the so called “Monkey Mind”. Meditation can lead to a calmer state of being, better health and rest. It can also lead to a better connection to the animals in our life and all animals around us. I’m hopeful that Relax the Mind and Body Meditation will become part of your daily life. Enjoy!

EPISODE NOTES: Tim Link - Relax the Mind and Body Meditation (Digital Streaming Album)

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American politician who wanted to be Trump’s running mate, Kristi Noem, wrote that she killed her dog and a goat and her explanations are baffling. Is she bragging about killing her pointer puppy because she thinks voters will like this toughness? When a dog won’t hunt you train it, give it away or sell it…you don’t kill it! This is an example of wrong-headed bad decision making and emotional detachment that is extreme. Why did the goat deserve to be shot? Apparently because it smelled musky. So she shot a puppy for being a puppy and shot a goat for smelling like a goat.

Science and the law working together; DNA samples were used to prove the cause of two human deaths was by their neighbors’ dogs. Today is rescue a shelter pet day but every day should be since you can find the most wonderful pets in shelters and they come with gratitude. Deborah gives a tip for cat owners that will reduce the amount of dead little animal presents from your cats. Give the birds a break with this cat door tip. Check out Deborah Wolfe- Pet Expert on YouTube for training tips demonstrated with cute misbehaving dogs.

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EPISODE NOTES: Animal News & Training Tips

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Joining me for the episode is #1 New York Times bestselling author and master of international thrillers, James Rollins. James and I have a chat about his latest novel (book #18) in the Sigma Force series, Arkangel. The novel takes you on a thrilling search by Sigma Force to find a missing trove of ancient books after the execution of a Vatican archivist. The story leads you through a mystery going back a millennia, uncovering the truth about a lost civilization and an arcane treasure that can save the planet. Join Sigma force, including military dog Kane, on this latest adventure. Also, learn what it takes to become one of the best thriller novelists in the business. Enjoy!

EPISODE NOTES: James Rollins - Arkangel

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Joining me for this episode is author and editorial director of The New York Times Magazine, Bill Wasik and author and veterinarian Monica Murphy. We have a chat about their latest book, Our Kindred Creatures. The book provides readers with a fascinating and historical account of how Americans came to feel the way they do about animals – domestic, farm and wild animals. We also discuss how two authors can successfully team together to write such a detailed and historical book. Have a listen, learn and find out more about the history of how we view and treat animals in America. Enjoy!

EPISODE NOTES: Bill Wasik & Monica Murphy - Our Kindred Creatures

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Deborah gives out hot weather safety tips, doggie beach etiquette, and training advice on how to diffuse fears and stop a dominant dog from bullying people. Imagine checking two dogs into Camp Good Dog for boarding and getting the call that you’ll be collecting 10 dogs because your girl dog delivered 8 puppies and you didn’t even know she was pregnant!

EPISODE NOTES: Hot Weather, Toy Dogs at The Beach, Pit Bull Road Rage, Doggie Fears & Bullying, & An Unexpected Litter

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Joining me for this episode is best-selling author, comic, actress, producer, director, screenwriter and animal advocate Cathryn Michon. Cathryn and I have a wonderful and heartfelt chat about her latest book (co-written with her dog Tucker), I’M STILL HERE: A Dog’s Purpose forever. The story is told by an angel dog who is both here watching and loving you, and there with all the people and animals you have loved. We also discuss how lessons and skills learned from her screenwriting (co-screenwriter with her husband W. Bruce Cameron – A Dog’s Purpose) helped her when writing this book. Have a listen and open your heart to all the wonderful stories and lessons from our dogs (and all animals) who are part of our lives here and there. Enjoy!

EPISODE NOTES: Cathryn Michon - I'M STILL HERE: A Dog's Purpose Forever

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Deborah gives you some stats about pets in hot cars, and bears in hot cars too! Wildlife and cars must get along better. Summer heat safety plus what to pack and how to teach dogs and cats to like their carrier/crate or kennel in case you need to evacuate someday. Prong collars are not necessary for any dog anytime but especially not sweet well behaved older dogs. Update your equipment as your pets age and needs change. Rescue Freya’s litter of 8 black and white puppies born June 25 by surprise just opened their eyes; A beautiful site. 1 pup is spoken for 7 still need foster homes and forever homes. Border Collie/Heeler cross puppies. The 2 healthy well behaved parents will need homes too.

EPISODE NOTES: Keep Your Pets Safe from Heat, And Keep Your Cars Safe Too

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Joining me for this episode is Sergeant of the Alpharetta (GA) Police Department and author, Sgt. Mark Tappan. Sgt Mark and I have a chat about his latest memoir, A Dog Named Mattis. Sgt. Mark discusses how his partner, Police Canine Mattis, has taught him how to live courageously, serve selflessly and how to build bridges with the community they serve. Now, taking those same messages and sharing them with everyone around the world. We also discuss the differences in writing a memoir and recording an audiobook, compared to the children’s books he has previously written. Have a listen to this fun and heartfelt chat. Enjoy!

EPISODE NOTES: Sgt. Mark Tappan - A Dog Named Mattis

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Joining me for this episode is Pulitzer Prize finalist, author, writer and columnist Tommy Tomlinson. We have a chat about his latest book Dogland – Passion, Glory and Lots of Slobber at the Westminster Dog Show. Tommy provides in-depth research, interviews and insight into what really goes on at the world’s most famous dog show. We have a chat about whether show dogs, or dogs in general, are really happy. Also, learn how to use steppingstones in your writing to create a newspaper column, magazine article or a complete book. Have a listen to one of the most beloved writers. Enjoy!

EPISODE NOTES: Tommy Tomlinson - Dogland

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