THIS WEEK:
Got a 'Podgy Pussy' or 'Dumpling' shaped dog? It could be putting their health seriously at risk – even shortening their life. Kaye explains what you can do about it but more importantly, why!

PLUS... You've got a smartphone, but what about your pet?. The world’s first 'smartphone for pets' was launched at the recent MWC 2025 (Mobile World Conference) in Barcelona and can be programmed to recognize barks or other actions allowing you to initiate a voice response to calm your pet remotely and much much more!

And finally... The NSW state Gov’t is going to review our ageing companion animal laws and wants anyone with an interest to respond to their consultation paper. Topics under consideration are... How to prevent dog bites – cat management ie – cat curfews/numbers, de-sexing rules and more. You’ve got until May 4th to get responses in. 

Details in this segment or check out this link: https://www.olg.nsw.gov.au/companion-animals-act-review/

*** RADIO 2SM BREAKFAST SEGMENT #7 WITH Kaye Browne ***

THIS WEEK:
Back in Episode 5 we talked about dealing with grief after losing a pet... Well moving forward a few weeks, Ron's Producer Jessie reveals how she has since adopted a new family member.

PLUS... 
DO you sleep with your pets? Is it safe?… 
Kaye explains the plusses and minuses we all should know!

And finally...
DOGS NSW are holding a very special event on March 22nd 2025, allowing all dog lovers access to see and ask questions about the various breeds.

0'00" Welcome Ron Wilson & Kaye Browne
0'15" Producer Jessie Update Re Her New Adoption
4'52" Is It OK To Sleep With Our Pets?
7'57" DOGS NSW 'Open Day' For All Dog Lovers

*** RADIO 2SM BREAKFAST SEGMENT #6 WITH Kaye Browne ***

THIS WEEK:
The RSPCA has announced the last very popular 'Million Paws Walk' will be held the 25th May '25
Kaye explains why and what the future options might be.

PLUS... All pet owners need to check where their pet's microchip ID's are registered with the closure of HomeSafeiD. Check out how to find where your microchip is registered here: https://bit.ly/4hRVS0M 

And finally... Ron explains how his son uses a GPS tracker to keep an 'eye' on his dog!

0'00" Welcome and news re the 'Million Paws Walk'
0'25" RSPCA's Last 'Million Paws Walk' Announced
3'25" HomeSafeID Microchip facility closes down
5'58" Additional Pet Safety Using a GPS Tracker

THIS WEEK:
Some sad news as Breakfast host Ron's Producer Jessie reveals how her dog Tank suddenly and unexpectedly passed away last week from a suspected heart-attack.

PLUS... Kaye talks about the benefits of pet loss grief counsellors who help adults and kids alike deal with death plus what do we do with our much loved pet's bodies and what options are available to inter them. And finally... A Calicivirus Update and why all rabbit owners should be concerned

0'00" Welcome and some sad news re Producer Jessie's dog

2'24" Dealing With Pet Loss Grief

4'26" What Happens To Our Pets After They Die?

6'00" Calicivirus Update

THIS WEEK:
With Valentines day approaching, Kaye has a few tips to keep both dogs & cats safe!
And do you have a 'solo' pet?... How are they coping?

PLUS... Kaye also talks about 'Social Etiquette' - what our dogs (& their 'handlers') need to know about being safe aroud other dogs and people.

0'00" Welcome and Valentines Day Dangers
         Particularly Chocolates & Lillies

4'46" Are Solo Dogs, Cats & Birds OK?
         You Might Be Surprised!

7'25" Social Etiquette For Dogs
         Some Easy Training Tips

Bit of extra fun this week as Ron Wilson's Producer Jessie gets some 'doggy tips' from Kaye on the  2SM Breakfast show.

THIS WEEK:
What makes a good family pet and 'does size matter'! 
Kaye also talks about the best foods for pets generally and Ron wants to know if there are dating apps for lovers of pets! 

PLUS... Kaye also talks abut the best cat sizes & breeds as pets and how to deal with 'hairy dogs'

0'00" Welcome and Dogs... Does Size Matter!
1'34" New Rules For Renting With Pets
4'44" Pet Food & Cost Of Living Crisis
6'24" Are There Any Dating Apps For Pets?
7'07" Best Cat Breeds To Consider & How Can Pets Live Longer?
8'06" Hairy Dogs Vs Wool Coated Breed? Which Is Best?

Kaye's back again with 2SM Breakfast show host Ron Wilson, where she talks about the basics of training dogs, why they like and need daily routines...

PLUS... Do we need Dog Licenses... the call to licence owners with specific breeds has caused a lot of controversy!

0'00" Welcome and Introducing Kaye Browne + Training Pets
1'40" Why Dogs Need Routines 
2'39" Rubbing A Dog's Nose In Its Wee - Good or Bad?
3'49" Do We Really Need Dog Licenses?

In this initial segment on the 2SM Breakfast show with Ron Wilson, Kaye Browne talks about storm safety for our pets, and what to do when you know a storm is approaching plus what products are now available to help with 'storm-phobia' in our pets...

PLUS... Back to work or school can be very stressful for our pets, especially dogs. But what can we do about it. Kaye explains a couple of basic tricks to help ensure they are safe and happy.

0'00" Welcome and Introducing Kaye Browne
1'02" Helping Dogs Cope With Storms
3'38" Tips For Dealing With Separation Anxiety

We've all known it ever since we've started having pets of our own, but a study out of Queensland Uni now proves the health benefits of pet ownership - for adults as well as kids!

Study proves pets are good for our health! Former DOGSLife Magazine editor Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia tells us that recently in Queensland, research has revealed that spending time in parks and nature can positively impact on blood pressure and overall mental health and well-being.

The study, which was led by The University of Queensland and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Environmental Decisions, suggests that having a good dose of nature is good for your health.

What makes a good 'Cat Vet'?... Dr Kim Kendall say's cat lovers AND vets need to think more about what really makes a 'Feline Friendly' practice and offer some practical advice in this podcast.