A conversation with Butterfly expert Doctor Elise Zipkin, Professor in Quantitative Ecology at Michigan State University. - Can you think of a more fascinating creature in nature then the butterfly? Turning from a caterpillar into a butterfly is the ultimate transition from one form into a new, beautiful form. The Monarch, a popular butterfly in Michigan, has been reduced in population the last few decades. What can be causing this? Can it be reduced or prevented? Listen Saturday at 9AM as Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen ask these questions and more to Doctor Elise Zipkin, Red Cedar Distinguished Professor in Quantitative Ecology at Michigan State University. Doctor Zipkin will share her background and how her studies are used to verify observations or disprove what is actually happening in nature. She will also share why it takes multiple generations for Monarchs to migrate from Mexico to Michigan. What events in nature are causing the falloff in population and what can humans do to help accommodate and maintain butterfly populations. You will be learn how to help the Monarchs if you listen to this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show - 1320 WILS on the radio

Kate Marie Specht, owner of Dewitt Fence and Janice Milligan Peters, owner of Doggy Daycare & Spa locations in Okemos and Delta Township. - Life shifted in Mid Michigan this week with the influx of tens of thousands of students, faculty and staff moving into the area. Also, with the start of k-12 schools, schedules and responsibilities change for kids and parents. How does this affect your dogs? What can you do to replace the daily companionship and exercise you and your kids were providing during summer? Listen Saturday at 9AM as Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired), Kate Marie Specht, owner of Dewitt Fence and Lee Cohen discuss these questions and more. First up is Janice Milligan Peters, owner of Doggy Daycare & Spa locations in Okemos and Delta Township. Janice will explain how daycare can be very productive for many dogs in creating their oasis of time each week where they can play and have companionship with other dogs and people in a safe and controlled environment. You will hear Kate explain how her dogs know when it is daycare day and wear themselves out to the degree that they tend to sleep well after they get home. Then Kate explains some unique examples of people creating fenced perimeters that are covered to allow more outdoor time. She also talks about the benefits of a fence with seasons changing. As circumstances change, what is your plan? For sound advice, give a listen to this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show - 1320 WILS on the radio

A conversation with CAHS President Julia Willson. - The Capital Area Humane Society has performed tremendous services for Mid Michigan's cat and dog owners. They provide what people need for caring for their pets including food, care products, etc and low cost medical procedures and medicines/shots that keep pet ownership affordable and populations under control. Listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen discuss the recent happenings at CAHS with the President Julia Willson. You'll hear about the new location for the Spay and Neuter Clinic replacing the location on Cedar which has been incredibly successful since opening in 2011. You'll learn about how much additional space will be available and how much it will increase the amount of animals that can be seen and will lead to additional opportunities to expand care for animals. Julia will also talk about the fall fundraiser coming up and other types of things CAHS does to keep the animals cared for properly. Volunteers, employees, learn how if you listen to this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show - 1320 WILS on the radio

Doctor Terrie Malinak, DVM and Medical Director and Lisa Kremer, Practice Manager FROM Schultz Veterinary Clinic in Okemos - What do you do when your pet gets sick on the weekend or you need something done at the vet but you have to work during the week? Thanks to the staff at Schultz Veterinary Clinic in Okemos, now you can schedule an appointment or get urgent care on Saturdays from 8AM until 1PM. Listen Saturday at 9AM when Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen hear about the change in hours that began in 2025 and learn what, why and how the decision was made and is being implemented. In the studio is Doctor Terrie Malinak, DVM and Medical Director and Lisa Kremer, Practice Manager who together make sure that all pets are cared for, humans are treated well and with respect and doctors and staff candy jars are filled!! Learn about the equipment that Schultz has on premises which allows diagnostics faster and lead to faster and better treatment. You'll learn how five doctors blend their unique skills into a team orientation to best treat a variety of animals. Even Doctor Schultz learned a few things as will you if you tune into this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show - 1320 WILS on the radio

This weeks Guest is Rich Wieske, President of the Michigan Beekeepers Association. - Do you realize how important honey bees are to the eco-system of many things in nature? How difficult is it to become a beekeeper in Michigan? Why are bee populations declining? Listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen ask these and other questions of Rich Wieske, President of the Michigan Beekeepers Association. Learn all about the bees in Michigan and some of the health benefits bees (and bee stings) can have on some people. Rich will also discuss some of the other products that can come from your hive. Besides almonds which require bees, there are fermented drinks that were common thousands of years ago and are still made by some today. Finally, you will learn why so many bees have died off and how to protect bee hives from these things. The buzz is that beehives can be a cool hobby if you have the time, money and patience to do it. If not, it's at least a fun conversation if you tune into this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show - 1320 WILS on the radio.

Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen discuss these topics with Mark Marquardt owner of Joey's Pet Outfitters i - How do you keep your animals safe this coming week with above average temperatures outside along with the booms, the noise and the partiers? Sounds like a nightmare for some pets and their owners. Want some help minimizing the problems? Listen Saturday at 9AM as Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen discuss these topics with Mark Marquardt owner of Joey's Pet Outfitters in Williamston. Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets will return next week. At Joey's Mark has many customers that use CBD's successfully to relax their dogs. Mark will discuss the details and give suggestions for people based on their particular situation. Joey's also has Thundershirts for dogs and cats which he also suggested along with a new bone or treat. With heat, a leap into the Joey's bark park pond if you are a member solves that! Then Doctor Schultz will switch from asking questions to answering them as he provides multiple suggestions for dealing with both excessive heat and air conditioning that can also harm your animals?!? Learn about the different drugs that are used by veterinarians to help get dogs through the fireworks orderal. Finally, keep them secure. Learn about how to help protect your pet since this weekend is the top weekend for runaways all year. Prevention is ahead if you tune into this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show

Talking about French bull dogs and Silken Windhounds with Debbie Fazica and Kathryn Houghton - French Bulldogs are the most popular puppies in the United States in 2024. What makes these dogs so popular and why do they sell for more then other breeds? Listen Saturday at 9AM and learn the answers to these and other questions when Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen learn all about them from a local breeder, Debbie Fazica. Debbie owns the Pet X Supplies and Tack location in Howell and has chosen to breed French Bulldogs as well. Learn what some of the concerns you should be asking about if you consider getting one. Then Kathryn Houghton will introduce you to a breed of dog that is so new, it is not yet AKC certified. They are called Silken Windhounds. Learn about why they were created and what makes them a special breed of dog. Finally, Doctor Schultz answers a listener question from facebook regarding proper feeding for pregnant dogs and cats and how food changes as they birth their litter. If you are interested in dogs, you'll probably like this show on if you tune into this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show - 1320 WILS on the radio

A conversationDoctor Steve Robinson, President of Lansing Community College about a hidden gem on Campus - If you walk around Downtown on Capitol, you likely know all about the LCC Shigematsu Japanese Gardens and the Pond with Koi Fish right? For something so beautiful and soothing, why don't more people know about it or go there? Listen Saturday at 9AM when Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen learn all about the gardens from the man who looks at it every night, Doctor Steve Robinson, President of Lansing Community College. Doctor Robinson will literally talk us through the contents as he and his wife are walking their dog to the gardens. You'll learn all about Doctor Robinson, his strong feelings toward LCC and his strong commitment to maintaining and improving the quality of the Gardens. You'll learn about the Japanese Koi and the food they eat that is available for any visitors to feed them for a quarter! Then Kirbay Preuss joins the show briefly to talk about the Koi festival beginning Saturday and running through the following weekend in Old Town. You will learn all about outdoor pond fish and lots of other interesting things if you tune into this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show - 1320 WILS on the radio.

Rick Preuss, Doctor Will Schultz, and Lee Cohen discuss Gerbils as pets with Kirbay Preuss and her three year old daughter Arabella. - Children who care for pets learn responsibility and love of others often as a result. Pocket pets are frequently favorites. Listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen discuss Gerbils as pets with Kirbay Preuss and her three year old daughter Arabella. Arabella will share her experience and feelings with her two gerbils. Kirbay then fills in the rest with all of the details regarding environment, food, enrichment, vetting and other details about gerbils as well as hamsters, rats, degus, sugar gliders and other small animals that are appropriate for the different ages, personalities and situations people have. Then Katie Ramp from Preuss Pets joins the conversation about the in-house animal reproduction program that she monitors and maintains for many of these animals and the USDA guidelines that Preuss adheres to for the sake of the animals and the people who buy and care for them. Learn the longevity of these different animals and other personality quirks that make doing your homework in advance a necessity if you want a successful journey with your child and their pets! Pets can be a joy for kids of all ages as you will hear about if you tune into this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show -

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As outstanding as the lakes rivers and streams are in and around Michigan, there are some fish species that were at one time flourishing that no longer are here. One in particular is the Arctic Grayling which ceased around the 1920's in Michigan. Listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen discuss the upcoming attempt to repopulate the species with Ed Eisch from the Michigan DNR. Despite several attempts to repopulate them, you'll hear how and why DNR is attempting to repopulate them as well as trout, salmon and other fish that makes Michigan such a prize for people who fish. Then Steve Oberg from Preuss Pets joins the conversation to share the newest information from the Salmon in the Classroom projects that continue to happen throughout Michigan schools. Learn how children are raising and caring for Salmon in the class until they are ready to be transplanted to a designated body of water. It's great stuff going on that you will hear about if you tune into this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show - 1320 WILS on the radio