Pet Talk

Animals have a wide variety of personalities which can be interesting and sometimes challenging.  There are some dogs just don't fit with their families. Sometimes animals, because of mischievousness or bullying, can act like jerks.

Laurie shared her experience calling Poison Control. A caller wanted people to let people know about the AKC's program, Reunited, which provides a microchip and in addition, poison control information. Another caller wanted to report back about how previous advice given on the show was working out well for her Gordon Setter who had been tormenting her Cocker Spaniel, and someone called to get advice about feeding a 31 pound cat named Butterscotch. Laurie had to vent about how dogs are portrayed on TV shows and movies.

Today's guest was Liz Bennet from Bandits Place Wildlife Rehabilitation and Rescue.Liz shared ideas on how to coexist with wildlife and avoid problems . A caller had a question about his 1 year old Coonhound getting out of control when she saw cars.

Liz Bennet, of Bandit's Place, called in today. Laurie wanted her to hear about three 7 month old puppies that need homes. The puppies are Cane Corso x Husky x Pomerianians. Laurie went to meet these pups last week and found them to be lovely dogs and the owner called in to give more details. Liz and Laurie discussed the challenges of owning multiple dogs. A caller had a question about giving adult formula dog food to a 6 month old Bernese Mountain dog, and another caller wanted suggestions about a dog who licks her feet. Laurie suggested people do a google search on small wild cats to learn about wild cats that are as small and smaller than house cats.