The Pet Place Radio Show with Dr. Marie Hulett

Host Marie Hulett talks with Jerry Shevick from Aquamation about a green alternative to pet cremation.  He is highly recommended by the company that makes bio-urns; you might recall this special pet memorial product that we talked about a few weeks back. It’s never pleasant to contemplate end of life decisions with regards to any of our loved ones, but it’s so good to know all the options NOW rather than try and figure out what to do when you are emotional and perhaps too stressed to research what’s available. And after our halftime break, Maryanne Dell will be joining us.  She has been absolutely swamped over at the Orange County Register, but finally was able to review a new batch of animal-related books and will be giving you the low-down shortly.

Host Marie Hulett talks with Bart Germaine from Confidential Inspection Services and his amazing bed-bug detecting dog.  Then, after our halftime break, author Charmaine Hammond will be stopping by to talk about her PAWS across Canada tour. You probably remember Charmaine and her dog Toby from a past episode.  They have some pretty amazing adventures.

Host Marie Hulett talks with Sheila Choi from the Fuzzy Pet Foundation who will be checking in to bring us all the latest news from her rescue.  And after our halftime break, Shelmarie Main will be by to talk about the very popular topic of pet chickens.  Believe it or not…more and more cities are changing their old policies that ban these amazing little pets.  Find out what it takes to be a good, chicken owner by tuning in!

Host Marie Hulett talks with Michael Shelby of the Fetch Foundation and how they stepped up and delivered Pet Oxygen masks to San Diego County during their recent fire storms,courtesy of many donors who pitched in the money for each device.  Then, after our halftime break, Zahara Nealy from the Pasadena Humane Society will have some great tips to share that go along with National Dog Bite Prevention Week

Host Marie Hulett talks with Lisa Brambilla of My Eternal Family Tree and Bob Rose, the President and Founder of Animal Help Now.

Host Marie Hulett talks with Joey Herrick of the  Lucy Pet Foundation and their mission to have mobilespay and neuter clinics throughout the U.S.;

Mike Lahane of Wolf Mountain Sanctuary regarding wolves and wolf hybrid rescue.

Host Marie Hulett talks with Kimberly Ring about a product that the company of animals offers that relieves anxiety!  And no, it’s not for you, it’s for pets who tend to get stressed out easily.  It’s a pretty fascinating product and I’m really looking forward to hearing more details. Then, after our halftime break, our pet place producer, Mike Johnson, has a pretty stinky subject he wants to talk about!

Host Marie Hulett talks with Host Marie Hulett talks with Stacee Daniel from the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists who has great news about the annual free eyesight exams for services animals during the month of May.  The program is in its 7th year so if you have a service animal, or know someone who does, you’ll want to hear all about this no-cost sight saving program. Then, after our halftime break, Robin Ganzert, American Humane Association President and CEO will be checking in to talk about  The National Fire Dog Monument, therapy dogs, and the “No Animals Harmed Program that protects animal actors in film and television!

Host Marie Hulett talks with Denise Fleck, author of book that covers everything from breed specific legislation to why black dogs in shelters have trouble getting adopted. Also this morning, Dr. Kellie Heckman, the Co-Founder of Fixit will be dropping by to talk about the success of her remarkable spay and neuter  program that is celebrating its third anniversary! ...And late breaking news: FiXiT recently received a grant from The Humane Society of the United States funded through the Lowell Fund to fix 100 pit bull terriers for free in Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas. Learn more at  

http://fixit-foundation.org/getyourfix/

NOTE: There is a slight technical issue at the beginning of this podcast.  Last week's episode plays for about 5 minutes before the new episode begins.  Fast forward about 5 minutes to get to the new episode.  Enjoy!

Host Marie Hulett talks with Lisa-Marie Mulkern from Handicapped Pets.com about some extremely moving stories of companion animals that were dealt some very difficult cards and were able to overcome tremendous challenges thanks to some truly caring people and equally amazing products. Then, after our halftime break, Maryanne Dell will be stopping by with a bundle of books that she has just reviewed and you are absolutely going to love the ones she’s picked out for you this month!