An urban dog spends the entirety of his/her outdoor life tied to the end of a six foot rope. What did they do to deserve this horrible fate. Do they deserve our wrath for crimes commited or soon to be commited, or is it us just

being our usual selfish Gods, omnipotent and omnipresent? A thoughtful dissection of a subject almost never discussed.

It happens every day, your partner walks in and says "honey, it's me or the dog"! And the nightmare begins, unlike other bad news ie "you are very sick", there is no clear enemy. The dog is just being a dog! You love em both and now you have to choose.

Listen to our experts and real life stories as we delve into this painful time in many peoples lives.

The media is supposed to be the social conscience of a civilization. As our society has moved down the path of more humane treatment for our pets, what role has the media played in this drive? Guests from inside and outside the media explore the reasons and prejudices behind the medias shocking silence! After all, puppy mills, euthanasia and dog fighting happen every day, under their not so watchful eyes.

The country was shocked in 2008 as Michael Vick was arrested for dog fighting. He got convicted and served time but thousands of others keep this bloody "sport" alive and well. In the basements of America's homes

innocent dogs are set to kill each other, for money and for fun. What kinds of people engage in this archaic behavior, why won't they stop? A former dog fighter gives us the inside view into a this dark American hole!

By some stats over 70% of the dogs in US shelters are Pit Bulls and over 40% of the killed dogs are of the same sad breed. Why? Just why has this particular breed become the poster child for the viscious, blood thirsty Kujo

everyone fears? Listen as a group of experts discuss the truths and myths of being born a Pit Bull.

Over 4,000,000 (that's 4 MILLION) dogs and cats are killed in this nations shelters every year. Why? Because there are just too many pets out there right? Well you may want to rethink that. Listen to our esteemed guests and the lively debate as we discuss "Pet Overpopulation, a Reality or Myth".

Get a dog for your child and watch the magic begin. Myriad of studies have shown improvements in everything but the childs looks. Our experts look at the pros and the surprising cons of the child pet relatinship. A lively and

fast moving hour and a must for any parent or soon to be mom.

Our self centered all consuming society has somehow come to the conclusion that it is morally acceptable to replace or dump a living, loving animal. All for the sake of expediency, even if the old model will

have to be killed in order to fulfill our wishes. Listen to experts from PETA, Best Friends and other intellectuals as this intractable problem is tackled on the Radio Hour.

It started in West Hollywood, moved on to Austin TX and now its right here in New York, the movement to ban sales of ALL puppies in pet shops. Some of the movers and shakers in this effort join us for a riveting discussion on the

hows and whys. Listen to the debate, make your own choice!

It is this forums opinion that the lives of dogs will not substantially improve without legislation, period! On the eve of a critical election we invite key lawmakers to discuss the prospects and hopes of pro anumal legislation. Some key acts that have been stalled are talked about with decisionmakers as is the legislative framework in getting new laws passed.