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

Ever wondered what you should do if your working animal gets sick in the middle of the night or on the weekend when your regular vet is unavailable? Then join Marcie and Whistle as they chat with Dr. Cindy McCauley-Atkinson, the current practice owner and medical director of the Animal Emergency Center of West Houston. Dr. McCauley-Atkinson shares her knowledge and experience about everything you should know to provide effective emergency care for your working animal including what to have on-hand in your emergency first aid kit, what Poison Control can do to save your animal’s life in a crisis situation, and other helpful tips and information.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Emergency Vets with Marcie Davis

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The Doggie Dentist is in the house and she says, "there's no excuse for doggy breath!". Join us as Dr. Kris Bannon, DVM and Fellow, Academy of Veterinary Dentistry, dispels the myths and gives us the real scoop about dental care for our working dogs. Dr. Bannon talks specifically about why oral health is important, what kinds of dental problems are most common, and how often we should be brushing our dog’s teeth. She also offers lots of practical tips and information that every dog lover needs to know!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -There’s No Excuse For Doggy Breath Dog with Marcie Davis

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Listen in and smell the puppy breath as Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) Puppyraiser, Jeni Exley, stops by to talk with Marcie and Whistle about everything you’ve ever wanted to know about being a service dog puppyraiser. Jeni is currently raising her fifth service dog puppy and she candidly discusses the lessons she has learned along the way. Jeni openly shares how she became a volunteer puppyraiser. She also discusses how she ensures that her puppy in training can confidently perform each of the 31 commands that are required before he or she can move forward to advanced service dog training, better known as service dog college! Jeni answers all of the questions you’ve always wanted to ask!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Have You Ever Thought About Raising A Service Dog with Marcie Davis

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Iraq Veteran, Isaiah Schaffer and his chocolate lab service dog, Meghan, join Marcie and Whistle to talk about Puppies Behind Bars. Isaiah visits with us about the service dogs that Puppies Behind Bars trains specifically for returning Iraq and Afghanistan veterans who have suffered a physical injury, traumatic brain injury, or who exhibit post traumatic stress disorder. Listen in as Isaiah candidly shares his personal story about how Meghan and the inmate who trained her changed his life and impacted his ability to successfully cope with post traumatic stress disorder.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Serving Those Who Served The U.S. with Marcie Davis

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Join us as we visit with Wayne Tuttle and his guide dog, Cosmo. Wayne discusses how he developed two online service dog stores (www.twotuttlesfourpaws.com and www.servicedoghouse.com) and his knowledge and expertise about service dog access laws in Canada and the United States.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Two Tuttles Four Paws with Marcie Davis

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Toni Eames M.S. and Ed Eames Ph.D., founding board members and officers of the International Association of Assistance Dog Partners (IAADP), join us to discuss the benefits of IAADP membership and the current issues IAADP is working to address such as the civil rights of service animal handlers and the advocacy campaign for service animal relief areas at airports. Toni and Ed also talk about the exciting new Partners in Independence DVD that illustrates the work done by guide, hearing, and service dogs.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Pioneers in Partner Independence with Marcie Davis

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Guide dogs have been assisting people who are blind or who have low vision since before World War I. Nicole Meadowcroft joins us to talk about the OccuPaws Guide Dog Association. This innovative guide dog training program utilizes a "community" or "in-home" training approach for individuals who want a guide dog but can not attend a traditional "out-of-home" program. Listen in as Nicole shares her exhilarating experiences as a guide dog trainer and a member of guide dog team.

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Guide Dogs, Leading the Way with Marcie Davis

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Marcie talks to Deb Davis from Paws With A Cause about their great organization. Paws With A Cause® trains Assistance Dogs nationally for people with disabilities and provides lifetime team support which encourages independence. PAWS® promotes awareness through education.

They also discuss the upcoming Service Dog Cruise! Join Paws With A Cause on Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas for a Service Dog Cruise! Sailing January 17, 2010, this week-long cruise offers all of the adventure and amenities that Royal Caribbean offers to you and your Assistance Dog! Tune in for all the details!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Celebrating National Service Dog Eye Exam Week! with Marcie Davis

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Does your service dog qualify for a complimentary screening eye exam? Dr. William Miller and Stacee Daniel from the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology (ACVO) join us to talk about National Service Dog Eye Exam Week. The week of May 3, 2009 over 140 ACVO board certified veterinary ophthalmologists will donate their services to provide FREE eye examinations to Service Dogs across America and Canada. Join us as we talk about this exciting event and about the importance of eye care for working dog teams!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Celebrating National Service Dog Eye Exam Week! with Marcie Davis

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Curious about clicker training and other working dog training techniques? Dani Weinberg, Dog Trainer and Behavior Consultant, talks about her work as a clicker trainer and her passion for working with both animals and their human partners. Listen in and learn about Dani’s practical training tips and techniques for working with service dogs and their human partners!

More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Teaching People, Teaching Dogs with Marcie Davis

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