John Garcia - DOGTOWN

Sherry Woodard has probably forgot more information about animal behavior than most of us will ever know. One of the top trainers and behaviorists in the country, Sherry’s gentle spirit and devotion to animals is demonstrated every day of her life. She walks the talk [...]]]>

Certified Dog Trainer and Behaviorist for "Best Friends Animal Sanctuary"

Sherry Woodard has probably forgot more information about animal behavior than most of us will ever know. One of the top trainers and behaviorists in the country, Sherry’s gentle spirit and devotion to animals is demonstrated every day of her life. She walks the talk giving her time and talent to help rehabilitate abused, unwanted, or improperly cared for animals that end up that the Best Freind’s Sanctuary. You have undoubtedly seen her on National Geographic’s hit show DOGTOWN or on one of her day time TV appearances promoting the show and animal welfare. Well, we had Sherry all to ourselves this week as she took time out of her busy schedule to talk about the new book “DOGTOWN: Tales of Rescue, Rehabilitation, and Redemption.” The book covers many of the animals we have seen on the show but goes in depth as each of the trainers had the chance to write essays on the dogs that they have helped save and some that they could not. Sherry has been a principle team member of Best Friend’s Animal Sancuary in Kanab, Utah for about 13 years and has been rehabilitating and saving animals from around the country and even outside our borders. So listen in and find out what she has been up to and how you can actually help. 

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Catch these exciting shows This week on NatGeo!

It’s Expedition week on National Geographic Channel! November 15th through the 21st! I love the National Geographic channel so I’m excited an proud to be interviewing some of the explorers and individuals involved in this great educational series! Some are scary and some are intriguing but they are ALL entertaining. If it’s National Geographic you know it has to bo GREAT! Listen to the first part of this interview here and tune in to National Geographic Channel This Sunday November 15th 9pm ET/PT. Piers will be twittering during the show Sunday so check out his Web Site at piersgibbon.com for details.Catch the rest of the interview on MBB Radio Next Week!

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NATIONAL DOG SHOW UPDATE

Thanksgiving Day on NBC

The press conference was held this week with John O’Hurley and David Frei the hosts of the National Dog Show presented by Purina. We touch on a few of the issues surrounding the show and pet ownership. Listen to this weeks show to get a couple of opinions, facts and a taste of our Thanksgving Eve special right here on MBB Radio.  Check out our “National Dog Show” Page for more coverage leading up to this great event in Philadelphia! (There is also a tab at the top of this page.) Also Read our Press release about the National Dog Show!

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Adopt a Deserving Pet from this Caring Orgainization!

Since we are going to be at the Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks PA this weekend I thought it would be a good idea to talk to one of the rescue orgainizations in that area and find out how they are doing. Like most shelters around the country they have many animals available for adoption and will adopt out across state lines if someone is interested. They have a thorough vetting process and will make sure the animals have a good home!Melissa Levy joined us from the Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society, or PAWS, to talk about the facility and the amazing volunteers they have fostering animals that are waiting to be adopted.

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 VET TOPIC OF THE WEEK

Vet to the Stars!

This week Dr. Patrick talks about “Show Prep.” All of the dogs that will be entered in the show are required to have a certain amount of immunization before they can compete. Listen in for information on what is needed and we all can benefit from this as we take our dogs to any training class with other animals! 

With all of the talk about the “Swine Flu” or the “H1N1 Virus” Dr. Patrick also offered information on if this will affect your pets. Check out his article here!   Swine Flu Virus has now been found in felines and ferrets and Dr. Patrick has an article on this also…and of course don’t forget to check out Dr. Patrick’s collection of continuing articles on his Web Site.

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QUICK UPDATES

My Buddy Butch – Confessions of a New Dog Dad is now on Ebook for your favorite reader including the popular KINDLE! Click here for details and formats! Now available on Amazon.com for your Kindle reader!

RESCUE SHELTERS AROUND THE COUNTRY: Do you know of a reputable pet rescue shelter in your local area? Are you a Rescue Shelter your self? We would love to interview you on our Weekly Pet Rescue Shelter segment on the show and here on our blog! You can be big or small, breed specific or all breed, rescue dogs, and rescue other animals as well! Contact us at info@mybuddybutch.com and put “RESCUE” in the subject line!

MBB RADIO SHOW TOPICS: Do you have a favorite celebrity pet owner? Do you have an important topic that you would like us to cover on the show? Do you have a question about your pet’s care that you would like to ask? Don’t hesitate to contact us and let us know! info@mybuddybutch.com

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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NEWS LINKS

Most Pet Owners willing to go Mouth-to-muzzle! – Denise Fleck of Sunnydogink.com was caught doing a CPR demonstration during a training course by the AP and MSNBC! Check out the interesting survey results!

AKC - American Kennel Club introduces AKC Canine Partners Program for mixed breed dogs & their owners.

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It’s a rare treat to talk to someone at length on the the show about their love of animals the way I did tonight. Thanks to Pat Whitacre of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary and National Geographic’s “DogTown” Series for sharing his experiences and life changing visit to Best Friends.  With a bachelor’s degree [...]]]>

It’s a rare treat to talk to someone at length on the the show about their love of animals the way I did tonight. Thanks to Pat Whitacre of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary and National Geographic’s “DogTown” Series for sharing his experiences and life changing visit to Best Friends.  With a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in biophysics and genetics Pat is able to utilize his gift of knowledge to help troubled animals get ready for their “forever home” and the people that will love them. Pat knows first hand the techniques and patience it takes to help dogs with aggressive and behavioral problems find their way back to a happy healthy life. Pat feels the “Best Friends mission and environment provide an incredible opportunity for learning and growth for both homeless animals and those who seek to improve the quality of their lives.” Thanks again Pat you are welcome back any time! Also, thanks and congratulations to National Geographic for producing yet another fantastic series! Don’t for get to catch the season premier of DogTown on Friday March 20th at 10 PM on NatGeo!

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PET SHELTER OF THE WEEK

Unfortunately our Pet Rescue of the Week ran into a problem but we will try to have Tom Flynn of the National Dachshund Rescue rescheduled for next week if we can!

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Dr. Nancy Kay DVM, recipient of the American Animal Hospital Association 2009 Animal Welfare and Humane Ethics Award and  author of “Speaking for Spot:Be the Advocate Your Dog Needs to Live a Happy, Healthy, Longer Life” joins us for the Vet topic of the week: “The Ten Commandments of Veterinary visits.”  Visit www.speakingforspot.com to find a comprehensive list of organizations that may be able to offer financial assistance for veterinary care, to join the Speaking for Spot mailing list, and to follow Dr. Kay’s blog which assists pet lovers with health-care decision making on many levels!

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QUICK UPDATES & LINKS

Ohio Petland Pet Stores Accused of Scheme to Sell Sick Puppies - I try to be impartial until all the facts come out, but I have no reason to doubt the Humane Society of the United States.

OK OHIO Let’s get with the program!!!!!!!! This Ohio Law on the books that deems pit-bulls vicious is an OUTRAGE! As more of this goes on here it makes me SICK to even be here!!!!! How long is it going to take you “educated legislators” to realize that it is NOT THE DOG but the PEOPLE training and teaching these dogs to be vicious that are to blame!

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

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