Pet Talk

Laurie complained about a tragic news story that had drastic misinformation claiming a woman was fatally mauled by her "French Bulldog". Callers had questions about their Jack Russel mix with barking problems, an American Eskimo with separation anxiety, a dog that barks at the TV and resists going outside, and a rescue cat that keeps throwing up.

Today's guest was Christine Johnson from Greyhound Rescue and Rehabilitation. Over the years a lot has changed at racetracks including the treatment of greyhounds. With only two remaining racetracks in the country there are fewer dogs for adoption. Greyhounds have special needs and potential adopters need to understand their unique qualities to see if you are a fit for them and if they are a fit for you, For more information go to greyhoundrescuerehab.org

Today's guest was Lynn Mannix from Intuition at Hand, a metaphysical store in Rocky Hill CT. Lynn's store carries products for humans and pets including custom made pajamas, coats and costumes. She also does intuitive readings and Reiki for pets and humans. For information about her store and events at the store check her website Home (intuitionathand.com). To see her custom made pet clothing check out her Etsy page Royaltailcoats.etsy.com RoyalTailCoats - Etsy Or just stop in at 2010 Silas Deane Highway Rocky Hill CT. Bring your dog. It's pet friendly.

People's descriptions of their dogs' behaviors frequently differ from reality. Liz Bennet, from Bandit's Place, called to find a home for a German X Dutch Shepherd female. You can see her here: Dog for adoption - Ruby Dee, a Dutch Shepherd & German Shepherd Dog Mix in East Hartland, CT | Petfinder Be careful believing information posted on Facebook and the internet. It can be misleading. A caller had a question about his 10 year old dog who whines incessantly at his wife. Another caller wanted to talk about how it's getting increasingly difficult to get an appointment with a vet, especially in an emergency.

A caller wanted to share his experience about his cat that went missing.  A recent news story about a police dog attacking an unarmed trucker in Ohio prompted a discussion about bad training and irresponsible use of police dogs. A caller wanted suggestions for her dog that was throwing up.