We'll hear from different perspectives on the benefits and responsibilities of having pets join us at work. November is National Pet Cancer Awareness month. And we'll learn about the benefits of adopting a senior pet.

Host Mary DeFranco shares a bit of news, and then a bit of seasonal fun. We'll get some tips on Autumn Pet Safety, and then settle in and listen to a tale about a black cat.

This episode is all about the money. What it costs to care for your dog or cat , some perspectives on why it's so expensive, and information to better prepare pet parents to care for our pets and keep them safe, healthy and happy.

National Fetch Day! Yes, there is a holiday dedicated to that age-old sport of fetch, celebrated every third Saturday of October. Polydactyl cats - we'll learn all about those cute little extra toes that some of our feline friends are born with, and we'll sink our teeth into this question - do cats chew?

We'll learn how to tell if your pet is overweight, why it's important to help them shed the extra pounds, and tips on how to get them back in shape.

We'll learn the benefits of walking your dog. We'll also hear about the pros and cons of using an invisible fence, and how to tell the age of your cat.

The FDA gives us the lowdown on how second-hand and third-hand tobacco smoke affects our pets - mammal, fish and fowl.

We'll learn about caring for an aging horse, and we'll get tips to comfort pets with separation anxiety.

We'll learn about the Cavalier King Charles spaniel, hear about some Very Good Dogs, and find out how to get the dog to go outside when it's raining.

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month. We'll hear about a new method of pain management for pets, and learn about research on arthritis in dogs.