A listener asks what to do about the fact that her Wheaton Terrier is terrified by riding in cars. Plus, the Petcasters debate the Hemingway Home cat issue from No. 49, Molly impersonates Stuff-Stuff's heavy-breathing phone persona and Emily grosses everyone out about her dog eating live crickets.

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Holistic vet Dr. Cheryl Schwartz explains her alternative-medicine methods for animals. Schwartz is a 19-year vet who specializes in acupuncture and Chinese herbs for small animals and is founder of the East-West Animal Center in the San Francisco area. She's also the author of Four Paws, Five Directions: A Guide to Chinese Medicine for Cats & Dogs.

Also, Molly and Emily ponder whether too much was made of Barbaro the horse and who would win in a real-life Super Bowl fight, a bear or a colt. Plus, Emily offers advice on what to look for if you go to a dog show.

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ASPCA VP Dr. Stephen L. Zawistowski joins Steve, Molly and Emily to offer some money-saving tips to keeping your pets. What's important, what's a waste? We consider Fancy collars, teeth cleanings, animal clothes, pet insurance.

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The CEO of the Hemingway House in Key West joins Molly, Emily and Steve to discuss the coterie of polydactyl cats and why a neighbor called the USDA about the 60-odd brood. Now they're caught trying to satisfy the Feds. Plus, the threesome debate the study showing Finnish pet owners are fatter than non-pet-owners. Call 206-350-DOGS or e-mail [email protected]. Our site is www.thepetcast.com.

Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald, star of two Animal Planet shows, joins the Petcast to discuss the newest program, E-Vet Interns, and talks about what it's like to work on animals with the cameras rolling. Also, Emily explains why she's NOT a vet. Call us at 206-350-DOGS, e-mail [email protected] and our site is www.thepetcast.com.

Steve and Emily settle some old scores, including the questions of what updating a microchip costs and how much Dicky weighs. Plus, the return of Molly, Steve's not impressed by dog parks and Steve unearthed his dogs' hilarious resume. Call us at 206-350-DOGS, e-mail [email protected], visit the site at www.thepetcast.com.