Hour 1 – Author Olga Horvat announced the release of her first book “Paranormal Pooch” about a toy poodle that affected a family but had some very peculiar things happen. Do you believe in the paranormal, Spirits, or your pet being possessed? Very interesting book and discussion. Dr. Kim Bloomer of ACAN joins Jeff to [...]]]>  

Hour 1 – Author Olga Horvat announced the release of her first book “Paranormal Pooch” about a toy poodle that affected a family but had some very peculiar things happen. Do you believe in the paranormal, Spirits, or your pet being possessed? Very interesting book and discussion. Dr. Kim Bloomer of ACAN joins Jeff to talk about how some celebrities feel they have to make their pets”Vegan” just because they are. You have to hear this she is very passionate about this topic and you will see…or rather hear! Bed Bugs have not gone away just be cause it summer and if you are traveling this summer you need to beware of your surroundings and how these little ‘buggers” can ride into your house on your pet! Jeff gives some tips on how to prevent infestation. 

Hour 2- Dr. Dawn Marcus MD, Professor, Neurologist and author of “The Power of Wagging Tails” joins Jeff to discuss the study that she conducted at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center regarding the effect of therapy dogs on pain management patients in the waiting room. We have all had to sit in a Doctor’s waiting room either sick or in pain. These folks, some having no hope of a cure, are there to try and live with their pain. Listen in to the surprising results of this study that Dr. Dawn wanted to announce on our show before it was released to the national medical journals. Dr. Patrick Mahaney our Vet to the stars stops by to talk about the tragic death of Amy Winehouse and the situation her pets are in now that she is gone. Also an in-depth discussion about rabies and why this threat needs constant vigilance. Jeff received a letter from the President and CEO of the USO this past week.

 Have you seen “Sensation?” Do you see the dog on the logo for Westminster above? Of course you do! This is a painting of the dog Sensation who was the mascot for the Westminster Kennel Club in New York! This is a “Pointer” which is a hunting dog and a member [...]]]>

This pointer is "Sensation!"

 Have you seen “Sensation?” Do you see the dog on the logo for Westminster above? Of course you do! This is a painting of the dog Sensation who was the mascot for the Westminster Kennel Club in New York! This is a “Pointer” which is a hunting dog and a member of the “sporting” group as defined by the American Kennel Club. Columnist Joanne Anderson is a Metropolitan Dog Club “President’s Award Winner” and writer of the column “Pets, Pets, Pets” that is in a number of newspapers. She currently working to find the original grave site of “ Sensation” the actual pointer that is pictured above which they believe to be in Babylon near the Long Island, New York area. She has written more than 25 articles detailing the search which has had twists and turns that she never would have guessed when she started. Listen in as we talk about her search and if they will even hire a historical psychic to help in the search, as they are looking for a grave from the late 1800’s…very interesting. I want to keep up with this so we’ll have Joanne back and check on the progress! Check out some of Joannes articles on the Search:

Amityville Record                    Babylon Beacon                      Massapequa Post  

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Columbus Pet Expo

Steve Cantin has been inventing and promoting pet products since the early 90's

During my recent visit to the Columbus Pet Expo (Ohio) I had the pleasure of meeting CEO Steve Cantin of Steve Cantin International, Inc. Steve has been inventing and distributing pet products since the early 1990s and you have heard of them! Check out his web site and see what he is up to these days! Also check out the commercial below. Great clip of monkey riding dog! 

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RESCUE SHELTER OF THE WEEK

This Sanctuary helps animals for life!

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VET TOPIC OF THE WEEK

Vet to the Stars!

Dr. Patrick Mahaney of California Pet Accupuncture and Wellness in Hollywood California joins us this week to talk about dieting for your pet. He has a new article on how to April Fool Your Pet into eating better. 

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NEWS LINKS

AT & T TO RELEASE PET COLLAR - Ever get a text message from your dog? Well now you can and he will tell you his location and that he is roaming outside of his designated area!

HEART OF A HORSE - (MBB Radio) Recieves their non-profit status. Check out the Web Site and see what April Horowitz is doing in Calfornia to help these magnificent animals and find out how you can help!

MORE FOOD BANKS HELPING TO FEED PETS ALSO – (NY Times) Animal shelters around the country are being flooded with hungry pets, and to tackle the problem, charitable organizations are setting up pet food banks, with products offered within regular food pantries.

PET FRIENDLY HOTELS FROWN ON DOG POOP (Hariet Baskas MSNBC.com) – Really? They must be kidding. I thought dodging pet poop was part of the experience, part of the essence, and yes part of the BONDING process that makes hotels love it when we bring our pets! I don’t mean BONDING poop to the bottom of my shoes! I’m with you Hariet, if people can’t follow the rules of a hotel STAY HOME! It’s the few that make it bad for the rest of us.

CALIFORNIA PONDERING ‘ANIMAL ABUSERS REGISTRY’  – As reported in an article by Alison Stateman in LA on Time’s blog, California State representative Dean Flores introduced this bill in late February but during a time where not only the state has financial trouble but pet owners are also struggling, can it pass when it needs to be funded by tax dollars? Great idea for the registry…let’s watch this one!

FLORIDA TO ALLOW BREED SPECIFIC LEGISLATION - (From Pet Product news intl.)Here we go again. I’m getting really sick of talking about this… Senate Bill 1276, sponsored by Sen. Tony Hill, D-Jacksonville, allows “any local government [to place] further restrictions or additional requirements on owners of dangerous dogs.” My Buddy Butch is a very dangerous and deadly dog… to squirrels….

ANIMALS TAUGHT ME THAT - Dr. Kim Bloomer’s New Book will be Released this month – Dr. Kim is a great friend of our show and she is a veterinary naturopath.

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MY PRESS

SAAVY EXPLORER ARTICLE - FLYING WITH PETS on the Saavy Explorer about an experience my Dad had while traveling with Buttons to Florida. 

SENIORS FOR LIVING - I had the honor of being quoted in an article on this great web site for senior citizens. I had a very nice conversation with Marianne Thomas about how having a pet can help seniors with every day life. I have seen the effect having a dog has had on my 86 year old father, so I can speak first hand on the benefits for seniors that adding this new “family member” can bring to their lives! See the article “25 Reasons Why A Pet Helps You Stay Young At Heart.” 

Date Wanted – Must Love Dogs and Butch! - I was included in an article about Dogs and Dating! Two of my favorite subjects! Dating is tough enough for me with my schedule but now any girl I meet has to pass Butch’s test before we can go on a date! 

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PET OR ANIMAL SICKNESS IN YOUR PART OF THE COUNTRY: Are you a Veterinarian that has noticed a particular problem or sickness in animals and pets in your part of the country? Let us know about it and we can announce it and/or have you on the show to talk about it! info@mybuddybutch.com

LOCAL FUNCTION HAPPENING IN YOUR AREA? We want to know about it and we will even announce it on the show! Email your announcement to us at info@mybuddybutch.com

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This show was wall to wall information! Janine Franceschi joined us from PAW – Pet Friendly Accomodations Worldwide at Luxurypaw.com. Janine and I met in New York during the Westminster weekend and she was a delight to talk to then and now. You know…we had such a [...]]]>

THE Source for Luxury, Pet-Friendly Hotels!

This show was wall to wall information! Janine Franceschi joined us from PAW – Pet Friendly Accomodations Worldwide at Luxurypaw.com. Janine and I met in New York during the Westminster weekend and she was a delight to talk to then and now. You know…we had such a great time talking I completely forgot to have her discuss her radio show on Pet Life Radio! She even had me on her show a couple of weeks ago! You have to check out her blog because she is always updating it with new hotels and great information. If you are taking a trip you have to check in with PAW first to see which hotels will take your dog. Janine’s site is the only one that I know of that has the weight of your dog in the search and they only show 4 STAR HOTELS. Great lady, Great Site, I can’t wait to talk to her about her upcoming trip down the East Coast. Thanks Janine for sharing with us!

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Great Natural, Healthy Treats!

Thanks to Jennifer Wilner of K9Confections.com for stopping by to discuss some of her new creations for St. “Pawtrick’s Day!” Creating new Healthy treats for your dog are first and foremost on Jennifer’s Mind and she ALWAYS shares important info. on different ingredients! These make great gifts or take along for a party at a friends house that has a dog!

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PET SHELTER OF THE WEEK

Susie Keel From Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rescue of America

"...a foremost all-purpose dog"

Susie Keel of Florida joins us to talk about this most misunderstood breed. This is a great breed and I, for one am a big fan! Once my “schedule” changes (notice I didn’t say ’slows down!’ Ha!) I will definitely be looking to adopt one of these dogs. It is a perfect size and like any dog, if treated with love and kindness, it will love you right back! Learn why this breed is known as the “Nanny Dog!”

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 Dr. Patrick Mahaney of California Pet Acupuncture and Wellness Vet topic of the week. Dr. Patrick joined us to discuss The Portugese Water Dog – Potential first dog!

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QUICK UPDATES & LINKS

Eagle Crashes through Truck Windshield on Freeway - This happened in Nevada on I-80

Puppy is Thrown out of Car window  Unbelievable story. How can people do this. The idiocy and cruel nature of some individuals never ceases to amaze me!

Here is the FDA link to our Peanut Recall info. (it’s at the bottom of the page.)

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WINNER – MOM’S CHOICE AWARD – ADULT NON-FICTION.

USA BEST BOOKS AWARD FINALIST – USA BOOK NEWS!

HONORABLE MENTION – NEW YORK BOOK FESTIVAL

 My Buddy Butch – Confessions of a New Dog Dad is a family friendly book and makes a great gift!   AMAZON.COM, BORDERS BOOKS, BARNES & NOBLE