Working Like Dogs - Service Dogs and Working Dogs - Pet Life Radio Original

Comic strip creator, Tom Batiuk, stops by to visit with Marcie and Whistle about his career as a nationally syndicated comic strip writer and the creator of Funky Winkerbean. He also talks in depth about his character Wally, an Iraq and Afghanistan veteran, who returns home with post traumatic stress disorder. Through the coaxing of his girlfriend, Rachel, Wally embarks on a journey to receive a service dog named Buddy that changes his life. Batiuk sheds some light on the inspiration for his creations, his collaboration with Puppies Behind Bars, and his belief that America’s funny pages should reflect what’s happening in the world.

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Garth Stein, best-selling author and documentary filmmaker, talks with Marcie and Whistle about his New York Times best-selling book, "The Art of Racing in the Rain," which will soon also be a major motion picture. Stein shares how he discovered the magical spirit that we know as Enzo, the dog who is the main character. Stein describes Enzo as -- nearly a human soul trapped in a dog’s body," and tells us how Enzo’s voice came to life in this touching and unforgettable novel. You won’t want to miss a second of this heart-warming discussion.

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Lindsey Stanek, Executive Director of Paws and Stripes, gives us the behind-the-scenes scoop about how she and husband and Iraq veteran, Jim Stanek, along with his assistance dog, Sarge, became unknowing guests on "Oprah’s Ultimate Favorite Things Show!" Of course it was a well-deserved honor, considering the work Lindsey, and her husband do at Paws and Stripes, a unique organization that works with local animal shelters and trainers to select dogs to be partnered with veterans who have post-traumatic stress disorder and/or traumatic brain injuries. Come backstage and learn how Oprah pulled off the amazing once-in-a-lifetime gift fest that upstaged Santa this year!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Oprah’s Ultimate Favorite Things and Paws and Stripes with Marcie Davis



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Carol Weisner, Darcy Weisner, and Brian McGill stop by to visit with Marcie and Whistle about their gorgeous Victory Ranch in Mora, New Mexico, the largest alpaca ranch in the Southwest United States. Carol, Darcy, and Brian talk about the magnificent Great Pyrenees working dogs who heroically work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to watch over the alpacas and protect them from coyotes and other predators. They also talk about all of the exhilarating activities currently happening in celebration of Victory Ranch’s 20th anniversary. Visit and you can meet the Great Pyrenees and participate in daily feedings of the alpacas, take part in an onsite fiber workshop that includes spinning or weaving classes, and get a copy of the Great Pyrenees children’s book, Zeus’ Adventure.

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Have you heard of the Pepsi Refresh (http://www.refresheverything.com/helpthedisabledandtheirdogs) competition? Toni Eames and Joan Froling, from the International Association for Assistance Dog Partners (www.iaadp.org), talk with Marcie and Whistle about the Pepsi Refresh program and IAADP’s opportunity to win funding to support veterinary costs for assistance dog teams and other worthwhile IAADP needs. They also share the latest information about the revisions to the American with Disabilities Act’s definition of service dogs. And they provide the latest "poop" on airport relief areas specific for assistance dogs. This episode is jam-packed with helpful information for assistance dog teams!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - International Association for Assistance Dog Partners (IAADP) Need YOU to Take a Pepsi Challenge! with Marcie Davis

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David Dayan Fisher, star of Hollywood hits such as National Treasure with Nicolas Cage, NCIS, Medium and 24, joins Marcie and Whistle to talk about his beloved dogs, Burton and Monkey. David talks passionately about how his dogs changed his life and helped him to gain a new perspective. He chats about his new book, Puppy School, and how proceeds from the book are directly benefiting rescue dog organizations throughout the country. David and his two canine best friends are busy living the Hollywood dream and making the world a better place for humans and our canine buddies!

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Lisa Panish, mom to 7-year-old twin boys, Chase and Connor, talks to Marcie and Whistle about her family’s incredible journey to Canine Assistants where they were united with service dogs, Oakley and Nadia. Lisa talks about their unique experience and the incredible impact these dogs have had on Chase and Connor, their school, and their entire family and community. Can you imagine being a mom to two 7-year-olds with disabilities and their two service dogs, and starring in a PBS Documentary? How in the world does she do it all? Lisa’s experience is truly inspirational!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Through a Dog’s Eyes Part II with Marcie Davis

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Tonja Peterson-Wendt and her service dog, Luka, stop by to visit with Marcie and Whistle in celebration of their winning the 2010 National Assistance Dog Event Contest! Tonja and Luka share their personal story and how they engaged Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman and other policy makers, service dog organizations, service dog advocates and service dog recipients to come together to take the national prize. You don’t want to miss a second of Tonja and Luka’s amazing story of how they joined forces to help each other.

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The Founder and CEO of Canine Assistants and author of the best-selling book, Through a Dog’s Eyes, Jennifer Arnold, and Canine Assistants’ Trainer, Chris Casatelli, join Marcie and Whistle to share their philosophy about how to successfully train service dogs. They also discuss the PBS documentary, Through a Dog’s Eyes sponsored by Milk Bone, and the incredible work they are doing every day to place service dogs with individuals with disabilities. Jennifer and Chris know their stuff when it comes to effectively training service dogs and they candidly discuss their personal commitment to training these amazing dogs!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Through a Dog’s Eyes with Marcie Davis

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Entertainer and Guide Dog Partner, Tom Sullivan and his German Shepherd guide dog, Edison, stop by to chat with Marcie and Whistle about their experiences as a working guide dog team. Tom is full of funny stories and true wisdom that he openly shares with Marcie and Whistle about his experience throughout the years as a popular entertainer, a man who was born blind, and an active member of a guide dog team. Tom’s observations about the abilities of his assistance dogs are truly illuminating!

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