Double Dog show conversation with David Frei and Mark Jaeger - In the next ten days, you can see hundreds of different purebred dogs, both on TV and in person, with the chance to learn about them and even talk with some of the breeders. Listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen discuss the Annual Thanksgiving Day Dog Show on NBC with the host and emcee, David Frei. David will share the details about some of the different breeds and how he first learned to pronounce them. David also shares his background in becoming the emcee at Westminster for decades and his role in the movies as one of the most recognized dog show people in the world. Then, Mark Jaeger returns to the studio to discuss the AKC show taking place at the MSU Pavilion during Thanksgiving Weekend. Mark is the President of the AKC in Mid-Michigan and is a breeder and judge as well. Learn about how Mark got started in judging and how judges are selected. He also reveals the breeds for which he is a qualified judge. For very little money, you can have a week of seeing some of the finest dogs in the world. The secret is to watch on Thursday and learn what dogs to look for when you attend on the weekend. The process begins with listening to this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show on 1320 AM WILS on the radio

Rick, Lee and Dr. Schultz, Talk Snow, ice and frigid wind chills How does that change the way that you care for your pets? - Snow, ice and frigid wind chills have arrived in Mid Michigan. How does that change the way that you care for your pets? How do you keep them safe through the holidays and the winter? Listen Saturday as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen have a discussion about these specific questions. First, Doctor Schultz will discuss the physical issues that can occur from your pets being outdoors. Which breeds are more sensitive to cold and which celebrate the cold and thrive in it. Why are protecting the pads on your dogs paw so important? And why should you rattle your keys before you start your car in the morning? Just a few of the outdoor obstacles dogs and cats face in the winter. You'll also hear all about the indoor obstacles that you need to plan for if you want to keep your pets safe. These topics include Christmas Trees, Foods and Drinks provided by guests intentionally and unintentionally. Finally, Rick Preuss shares the steps for safety and prevention of problems for fish, birds and other pets when the house temps can tend to vary with drafts of cold and heat. We want to keep your pets safe this winter by sharing this timely information (unlike the photo from a 2012 show appearance) on this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show on 1320 AM WILS on the radio.

Rick Preuss, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen talk Pet adoptions with Sally Babbitt and Amanda Ferris - If you ever wanted to adopt a dog or cat, both Capital Area Humane Society and Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter have added some services that can make adoptions last. Listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen will gain insights into the Behavioral Services employees and the assistance they can provide adopters. First up is Sally Babbitt. Sally is a volunteer at CAHS and a sponsor of this show. She mentioned her adoption of a second Great Dane to go along with her Frenchie. Many options for issues and with two dogs that big, little room for error. Sally will share the story of this thus far successful story. Then, we will meet Amanda Ferris, Behavior & Enrichment Coordinator for ICAC.

This weeks guest is Robyn Bright, Program Director for NextPet Coop Group which manufactures lines of pet food products - How do dog owners know what the proper food is to feed their dog? If they have two dogs, is one food right for both? How do you recognize if the food you are using isn't what your dog should be eating? Listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen discuss these matters and others with Robyn Bright, Program Director for NextPet Coop Group which manufactures lines of pet food products for Independent pet stores across the country. Listen as Robyn describes why the Indies needed to have foods that are best for pets since their reputation depends on it but are sold in enough scale to be competitive. Learn about how you can recognize when a dogs body is not doing as well on a food product. You'll also hear all about the different kinds of food products and what alternatives might you find to improve the nutrition your dogs get! Then Kirbay Preuss joins the conversation to discuss how Preuss employees work with people to help them choose the right for for their situation. She discussed the questions they might ask to determine solutions. With good nutritional foods available in a range of price points, Preuss has sought to meet the different conditions people have in caring for their dogs. Learn about all the different options and a whole lot more if you listen to this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show on 1320 AM WILS on the radio

A conversation with Mariah Martinez and Pat Fountain of the Potter Park zoo - The Potter Park Zoo continues to be one of the most enjoyable places to visit in Lansing during any time of year. It is open 364 days per year and each season brings different animals to different kinds of behaviors. How does short days, cold temperatures, snow and ice change the experience at the zoo? Think about how just the time change effects people! To answer these and other questions, listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen get the answers from some returning guests. First up is Mariah Martinez, Equity and Engagement Program Manager as she discusses all the different programs and events that go on at the zoo during the holidays and the opportunity they offer to spend time outdoors, getting exercise and enjoying some animals who are at their peak in cold weather! Kangaroos for example, imagine that!! Then Pat Fountain, Animal Care Supervisor returns to discuss how the seasonal changes impact on animal behavior and animal care. Some animals will be less active during winter while others thrive. Learn about the new care facility that is being built to care for the different animals and help with keeping AZA accreditation which the zoo recently received again. Pat also discusses how the care rituals change based on these seasonal changes with amounts of food, exercise etc. If you love zoos and you want to understand how winter can change the experience, you will enjoy this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show on 1320 AM WILS on the radio

Guests include, Kyle Bagnall, Naturalist for Michigan State Parks, Fran Hutchins from Bracken caves and Erin Cord with BCI in Austin TX - Did you know that this week is Bat Week? Known for their decorative flair during Halloween (fake ones of course) in reality, Bats are an important part of ecosystems and play a hugely important role in pest control. Listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen are joined by guest producer of this week's show, Holly Rotter as we learn from national experts about them. First up is Kyle Bagnall, Naturalist for Michigan State Parks who is based on Mackinac Island. You'll hear about their history on the Island and the important role that they play by eating mosquitos and other pests. Pollination is a big contribution as well as you will hear. You'll also learn about White Nose Fungus which is wiping out huge percentages of bat populations. Next up is ran Hutchins who is the Director of Bracken Cave Preserve in San Antonio, Texas. It is the home to the largest colony of bats on the planet. Pat explains why they are so important and what to do if you find one on the ground. He also helps explain the disparate effect that White Nose Fungus has on different varieties of bats. Last is Erin Cord the Community Partnership Manager at Bat Conservation International in Austin, Texas. Erin teaches how to attract bats utilizing certain flowers, plants and trees. Placing bat houses in favorable environments and even what types of lights will attract them. It's all about bats, not vampires on this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show on 1320 AM WILS on the radio

Kapil Mandrekar from Preuss pets talks about Puffer Fish - No we have not lost our minds and we aren't doing just any subject Rick Preuss wants because he is in recovery and we want positive vibes for him. It takes courage to do a show on a subject that can blow up at any moment. Puns are done. Listen Saturday at 9AM as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets, Doctor Will Schultz, DVM - Retired and Lee Cohen learn all about Puffer fish. Responding to the questions along with Rick is Kapil Mandrekar from Preuss Pets who has the distinction of having caught Puffer fish in the wild which he will describe in the discussion. If you want to know why, look at the pictures. Learn about the variety of sub species within Puffers including blow fish, balloon fish and others that you may have also heard about. Learn how they defend themselves in the wild through toxins and a suit of spikes that resemble a porcupine ball. You'll learn everything you would need to have them for decade(s) if they are properly maintained. They also have to fear being eaten because they are very expensive delicacies in several Asian nations. This is despite the fact that people have died from eating them when they weren't prepared properly!?! You won't feel deflated if you decide to listen to this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show on 1320 AM WILS on the radio

It's all about Preuss Pets Howloween costume contest with special quest Kirbay Preuss - Next Friday is one of the most enjoyable evenings you will have this Fall and it is all transpiring in Old Town, Lansing. Listen Saturday at 9AM as Dr. Will Schultz, DVM (retired) and Lee Cohen learn all about the details of next weekends event. First up is Kirbay Preuss from Preuss Pets discussing the Doggie Howloween Costume Contest. Come witness hundreds of dogs (and people too) in costumes that some spent months planning and creating. Decide for yourself which dog costume and presentation is best. Which dogs do you think the panel of celebrity judges will choose? If you go, with a dog or without, you will laugh out loud, guaranteed. The show begins at 6 and will end when everyone entered is shown. Next up is Samantha Benson, the Executive Director of the OCTA discussing the preview event prior to the costume contest. From 4PM until 6PM you and your dog are invited to take a walk through Old Town's business section where dozens of businesses will have treats for your dog and you. They just might have some other items on sale while you are in the neighborhood. Samantha also shares the information about safe spaces for your dog among the 500+ people expected to turnout. Finally an update from Rick Preuss who is on the mend from a serious car collision a few weeks ago. You'll like the update and will be able to hear the pride in the event being pulled off by his daughter despite him being sidelined. Don't miss next week's entertainment. Learn why on this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show on 1320 AM WILS on the radio

Lee and Dr Schultz talk the 47th annual Great Lakes International Draft Horse Show with MGLI President Aaron Rice - This week we are covering a BIG event that is taking place at the MSU Pavilion in a few weeks, the 47th annual Great Lakes International Draft Horse Show! Listen Saturday at 9AM as Doctor Will Schultz and Lee Cohen learn all about draft horses, the huge pulling horses (2000 pounds plus) from Aaron Rice, President of the Michigan Great Lakes International Horse Show. Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets will return next week. In addition to learning all about the show, we will learn where the different breeds of draft horses came from and what they were bred to do. We also will learn how they were utilized when technology changed their job functions and how they are utilized in modern times. You will also hear about what you can see during the four day show at MSU Pavilion Thursday through Sunday. Even if you can't make it to the show, you'll learn a lot about huge draft horses on this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show on 1320 AM WILS on the radio.

Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets and Lee Cohen discuss the event at Preuss Pets being sponsored by Seachem - There is a celebration of fish in the Old Town area scheduled between Noon and 5P next Saturday October 5. Listen Saturday as Rick Preuss from Preuss Pets and Lee Cohen discuss the event at Preuss Pets being sponsored by Seachem with their Sales Director, Nicole Stangl. Learn about the history of Seachem and how their products have grown on a world scale enabling the Aquarium hobbyists of the world to succeed in recreating environments that allow fish to thrive! Nicole will also discuss the variety of products Seachem manufactures and how they benefit consumers. Also coming in that day are two YouTube celebrities. Spencer Austin from Preuss Pets tells the story of his six year old daughter sharing his interest in watching "Aquarium info" with Jamie Dalton. Spencer's daughter Ginny has been helping him now for three years with aquarium care and is likely on a career path at a very young age. Then Tyler Parce from Preuss tells his experience following Kevin from "Caveman Aquatics" who will also be visiting next Saturday to take photos and give advice. If you have time, stop at Preuss Pets in Old Town and celebrate fish after you listen to this weekend's edition of the Mid Michigan Pet Expert Talk Show on 1320 AM WILS on the radio