This week we discuss the happenings at Westminster. It was great to be in New York working again to see some old freinds and meet some new ones! This has always been a great event and this, being my second year, was no exception. As people are always willing to talk about [...]]]>

Tournament of Champions

This week we discuss the happenings at Westminster. It was great to be in New York working again to see some old freinds and meet some new ones! This has always been a great event and this, being my second year, was no exception. As people are always willing to talk about their pets, few are as knowledgable as those that show their breeds at dog shows. I have learned much about many types of dogs from those who have owned them for many years and I talk to a few of those that I met this year at Madison Square Garden. Take a listen and maybe you might be interested in a couple day trip next year for Valentine’s Day!

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RESCUE SHELTER OF THE WEEK

Rescue a Doberman!

Donald Helfrisch joined us from the Doberman Rescue of New Mexico for our Rescue of the Week segment. Doberman’s are a great breed and were very well represented at Westminster this year but this misunderstood breed often gets a bad rap. Don, as a long time owner of Dobermans, gives us the inside scoop on what this type of dog is all about and also what their rescue organization is up to in New Mexico. They have a great Web Site so check it out and see what they have to offer!

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VET TOPIC OF THE WEEK

Vet to the Stars!

 This week Dr. Patrick talks about his first experience at the Westminster Dog Show. As soon as we met up he talked about his game plan and some of the information that he hoped to discuss with the owners of the specific past 10 breeds that have won “Best in Show” at Westminster and some of the breed specific ailments that have been bred out of the lines and some of the problems that still exist.  Listen in to his findings as well as his top 5 favorite things about Westminster.

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NEWS LINKS

PET FOOD RECALL - Nature’s Variety announced a voluntary recall over possible Salmonella contamination. Read about this on the FDA’s Web Site!

2010 Pet Writers Conference in New York City - Pet Expert Charlotte Reed hosted this event and it was a great success. Look into next year if you have any interest at all about writing. 

New iPhone App from Silver Lining Ideas - donates 100% of proceeds to the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW)

I’M QUOTED IN ANOTHER ARTICLE - FLYING WITH PETS on the Saavy Explorer about an experience Dad had while traveling with Buttons to Florida.

MINE – a new film about the aftermath of Hurrican Katrina and the flood that displaces so many people and pets. OUTSTANDING film and you can buy or rent it on iTunes Here!

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.

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.” 

AKC - American Kennel Club introduces more new breeds to their lineup of over 170!

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