ARL Animal Connection

On today's show: Dan is on his way to Yellowstone park. Carol and Dan chat about what he is going to do on his trip. Head over to arl-iowa.org for anything you may want to know about events or volunteer opportunities. Give today's show a listen.

On today's show, Dan leaves for Yellowstone Park next week! He will have plenty of details from his trip to share when he returns. The Iowa Dog Jog is coming up fast! It's on Sunday, September 19th at ARL Main this year. Also, Carol and Dan talk about the top 10 random acts of kindness that you can do for pets.

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On today's show, a reminder: please do not bring your pets to the Iowa State Fair. Also, Carol and Dan talk about the top 10 dog and cat names for 2021. Give this show a listen!

It's all about the cats on today's show. Carol and Dan discuss TNR (Trap, Neuter and Release) and what you can do to help the shelter in your area. Did you know about the ARL's Shelter Cat Getaway Program? You can foster cats to give them a vacation from the shelter. Get more info at arl-iowa.org. Give this show a listen!

It's hot this weekend! Carol and Dan talk about your pets safety during this hot spell we are in. Joe Stafford, Director of Animal Services, called in to discuss if you can get in trouble if you see a pet in distress and break out the window. What are the top 10 calmest dog breeds? Classes, events, and volunteer opportunities are available on the ARL website. Give today's show a listen.

On todays show, Carol and Dan discussed the top 10 chickens breeds. Yes the show went to the chickens! They also gave tips on how to raise chickens.

A good reminder that classes are available at the ARL if you need help with your pets. You can register for classes at www.arl-iowa.org.

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On today's show, How did your dog do over the 4th of July weekend? Carol and Dan discuss how their animals did. How do you train your dog to go into a crate without causing fear in your dog? Dan has tips for you that will help your dog get use to the crate.

We had a puppy found in a dumpster this week. Carol discusses how the ARL helped this animal.

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On today's show: Pet safety is a must this weekend with the 4th of July and fireworks, plus temps in the 90's, makes pet's safety a high priority.

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On today's show, Carol and Dan recap the Raise Your Paw Auction.. How do you keep all pets cool this summer? Dan has some suggestions for you to do for them. Carol has suggestions for animal enrichment.

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This morning Carol and Dan are talking about safe practices for your pets with the heat that we are seeing in Iowa; what to do when you take your dog out with you and the best time to take walks. We also talk about pets grieving. The Raise Your Paw auction is coming up next weekend and Carol has the information for tickets! And we take your calls LIVE!