The Pet Place Radio Show with Dr. Marie Hulett

I’m wondering how many of you have heard about or tried out those instant ride services.  You know, the ones that are alternatives to taxis?  You can actually track where you ride is, when it will get to you, who the driver is, and all the other cool features.  Well, did you know there is a similar service that has to do with dog walking?  I met the folks a ZINGY at pet expo and they offer this unique dog walking service.  But rather than try to explain it all to you myself, I’ve invited Tobi Skovron, the CEO of Zingy to come by and give us all the details. Then after our halftime break, Michael Wollner, the VP and Director of Marketing for RSQUE BRAND, Inc. is going to stop by and tell us the amazing story of Gustav, the miracle Rescue Dog and how this amazing canine inspires his business.

Did you know that there are hundreds of mama cats and dogs with their babies in local shelters that need temporary fostering…just long enough for the puppies, kittens, AND their mothers to be ready to go into permanent homes -   Madeline Bernstein from SPCA LA will be by shortly to explain how YOU can help if you have it in your heart.  And after our halftime break, Carey Laubenberg will be stopping to talk about a book written by dogs…well, she may have transcribed it for them – but they are the authors!

Some years ago, when I was a Lieutenant with Orange County Animal Control, I was asked to train deputy sheriff recruits in the area of dealing with protective animals at crime scenes or other emergency locations.  This came about after a beloved family pet was shot and killed by deputies who had responded to a burglary-in-process call at a residence.  That event made it painfully clear that many law-enforcement personnel had little to no training in dealing with protective animals and resorted to immediate lethal force when confronted with a family pet.  Of course, one of the best bits of information all emergency personnel can use before they arrive to the scene of an emergency is whether or not a pet is there.  And thanks to Smart911, a new service for pet owners, this information is being made available to emergency response agencies.  Jessica Rose from RAVE mobile Safety will be by shortly to tell us about all the details. Then after our halftime break, Ashley Cunningham, the president and founder of Barks of Love Animal Rescue will be checking in to talk about all the latest news from her organization and tails with happy endings.

Today, we will be speaking with Liz Davis of Pets Guide.  Liz has been on our show before.  She is the mastermind behind one of the best pet publications around.  If you need to know about any pet related activity, service, and news, Petsguide is your number one source for it.  And best of all, it’s absolutely free.  And after our halftime break, Tamara Pitman the founder of Dachshund Rescue of Los Angeles will be visiting with us to talk about some of the cutest dogs ever that are in need of good homes.

Did you know that hundreds of thousands of animals perish in the more than 1.2 million fires that occur every year in the United States?  It is an absolutely staggering statistic that breaks my heart.  Well there is a brand new technology that has been developed that will hopefully change these numbers for the better and I have invited Paul Graeve from Buddy Rescue to the program to explain it all in just a minute. Then after our halftime break, Maryanne Dell will chatting with me about springtime pet safety.

If you missed Pet Expo last month, then you'll want to mark your calendars for next year because it is amazing. We ’ve invited our old friend Doug Poindexter to the show to elaborate on all the great attractions that were lined up this year…and of course, Pet Expo is absolutely famous for finding homes for hundreds of homeless pets that will be showcased by their respective rescue groups and shelters.  Doug will elaborate on all of this.  And after our halftime break, Teresa Ann Miller will be stopping by to tell the tale of how she trained dozens of dogs who acted in award winning and thought provoking film that has several messages about how we treat animals, and our fellow human beings.  It’s quite something.

We've invited a very interesting gentleman to the program…It's Dr. Gary Weitzman. and he’s just written a book entitled, “How to Speak Cat!”  If you’ve ever needed help trying to figure out your cat, then this interview is definitely for you. Then after our halftime break, we’re going to be talking bunnies!  Yes – it is that time of year that we go over all the dos and don’ts of bringing a pet rabbit into your home.  Bunnies aren’t for everyone and they definitely aren’t supposed to be surprise presents for little kids…it’s just way too stressful for them.  Caroline Charland from the Bunny Bunch will be stopping by shortly to explain everything you need to know about bunny care.

We’ve invited Steve Wayland from PAWS LA to the program.  His organization just celebrated 25 years of helping people in need take care of their pets. I am a huge fan of PAWS LA and I can’t wait to hear all the latest news from Steve.  Then after our halftime break, long time Pet Place friend, Aaron Reyes, going back to our early Television days, will be stopping by.  He’s the Deputy Director of Los Angeles Animal Care and Control!  He always has some great stories and is one of those guys that always goes way above and beyond to get homeless pets into forever homes.

Did you know that if you are over 50, that living with a beloved pet can actually keep you healthy?  Well it’s true.  The list of benefits of having a furry family member go on and on and I’ve invited Kristen Levine, the president and founder of Kristen Levine Pet Living to the program to tackle this topic. Then after our halftime break, it’s home pet food recipe time!  Christy Bright will be stopping by to talk about her new pet food recipe book.

Today on Pet Place Radio Show Replays, We’ve got truly though-provoking guests for you this morning.  First, if you’ve been hearing about genetically engineered pets and you’re a little concerned about this whole idea, then you’ll be very interested in what Dennis Meredith has to say about the topic. Then after our halftime break, our dear friend from the American Humane Association, Robin Ganzert has an alternative to the Academy Awards…move over Oscars and get ready for the PAWSKERS!