Positively Patty

Fall means cooler temperatures,leaves falling and the fabulous Zoo Boo at our Indianapolis Zoo!

Cody Mattox, Public Relations manager for the Zoo, talks to me about some of the old favorites that are returning to this popular event… And some new offerings as well! 

And oh yes, elephants and pumpkins are a big attraction. Check out my podcast to find out more.

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Do you have a dog or a cat that seems to be constantly scratching? August is National Itchy Pet Month and Tom Dock from Noah's Animal Hospitals and our Pet Pals TV investigative reporter takes a look at what might be causing your pet to be constantly uncomfortable with itchy skin. It's probably the most common affliction of many pets!

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There's no secret that every rescue and shelter is full to bursting with adoptable pets. Michael Futch the Chief Development Office at IndyHumane examines how you can help critters in need, while having some fun at the same time! He profiles a Polo game with ponies coming up in August and the biggest fundraiser of the year, Mutt Strut in September.

Listen for more info, plus visit www.indyhumane.org for details!

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Clean teeth are certainly a desirable condition to people, but did you know pets need good teeth, too!

My Harry, a rescue, had very bad breath, so I knew something was going on in his mouth.

Tom Dock, CVJ and Communications Director for Noah's Animal Hospitals took Harry in to the Caring Hands location and got to work on this issue.

It wasn't easy! Listen to some of the obstacles Noah's team faced in giving my Harry a healthy mouth!!!

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One of the largest Chimp Exhibits in the country is open as of Memorial Day Weekend. Celebrate with 21 engaging Great Apes at our Indianapolis Zoo. Public Relations Specialist Coddy Mattox join me as we discuss the importance of this amazing enclosure! It's a sight to see so 'swing' on over to our Indy Zoo!!

www.indianapoliszoo.com

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She did what? Pamela Terhune, the founder and owner of The Grateful Rescue and Sanctuary just recently took in 26, yes, 26 dachshund that were in need. The founder of the dachshund rescue in Evansville, Indiana recently passed away and there was nobody left to take care of these little doxies.

Pamela was called and she stepped up to the challenge. find out more about how this amazing pet lover is helping these dachshunds...and hundreds more dogs and cats!!!

Talk about a full house! 

www.gratefulrescue.org

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Do you like to travel? Want to take a long vacation? But are you holding back on venturing far from home because you don't want to leave your pet alone....especially your dog?

Steve Sweitzer has an older White German Shepherd who can no longer be a part of a group kennel bed n board. So Steve found a sitter who will come to his house and make Ghost feel comfortable!

Check out Steve's interview and check out www.rover.com as an option!

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Plants are important!

And some of them are in danger of disappearing.

Let's learn more from Cátia Canteiro who is a botanist at the Indianapolis Zoo’s Global Center for Species Survival. She is also co-author on a recent publication in the journal of Science about the plants we humans use every day.

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They're coming? Do you hear them? And what does it mean for your pets especially your dogs? 

Tom Dock from Noah's animal hospitals and also our investigative reporter for Pet Pals TV talks about the upcoming emergence of billions of cicadas and what this means to us pet loving parents… Should we be worried? Take a listen.!

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Well, it's that time of the year when beautiful flowers and plants are given to those we love… But do you know which flowers can be harmful, if not toxic to your cats and dogs? Cats, especially are very prone to have an adverse reaction if they chew on certain flowers.

Executive Director of Indy Neighborhood Cats, Dawn Benefiel, has more on this very important issue.

www.indyneighborhoodcats.org

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