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  • Dog trainer Zak George talks why shock collars are problematic and more

    Dog trainer Zak George talks why shock collars are problematic and more
    2025/06/01
    Hard to believe that a dog training organization that seeks to set licensing standards for dog trainers is willing to accept the use of shock collars. Dog trainer Zak George explains why that is unacceptable. He notes that while the use of shock can stop of a problematic behavior in its tracks, it will also cause […]
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  • The most common behavior problem in dogs, the role the economy is playing in relinquishing of pets, and more

    The most common behavior problem in dogs, the role the economy is playing in relinquishing of pets, and more
    2025/05/25
    Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Nicholas Dodman, Co-founder of Center for Behavior Studies explains what this non-profit to support pet studies and keeping pets in homes is all about. Dr. Dodman reveals the most common behavior problem in dogs. Why do dogs sometimes have compulsive behaviors, such tail or light chasing, and what can be done to help these […]
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  • Chicago’s oldest and most significant animal shelter fundraiser, Bark in the Park, returns to Lincoln Park on May 31st

    Chicago’s oldest and most significant animal shelter fundraiser, Bark in the Park, returns to Lincoln Park on May 31st
    2025/05/18
    Dog trainer Jeff Millman on a new way to think about dog bite prevention, which is actually Steve’s idea. Millman is the author of Triggers and Reactions: A Guide to Fixing Dog Behavior Problems: Volume One: On-Leash Aggression Anti Cruelty President Darlene Duggan talks about the city’s oldest and most significant animal shelter’s biggest fundraiser, Bark in the […]
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  • Susan Russell talks about her book ‘Midnight: Don’t Judge Me Ruiz’ and the still-existing long list of pit bull related fallacies

    Susan Russell talks about her book ‘Midnight: Don’t Judge Me Ruiz’ and the still-existing long list of pit bull related fallacies
    2025/05/11
    Once the executive director of Chicago Animal Care & Control, Susan Russell is now in Philadelphia and after a stint at an animal shelter there, she has authored Midnight: Don’t Judge Me Ruiz. She discusses the book and the still existing long list of pit bull related fallacies and Philly cheese-steak sandwiches. Good news about heart […]
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  • Neutralizing cat allergies, Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald talks his autobiography, and more

    Neutralizing cat allergies, Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald talks his autobiography, and more
    2025/05/04
    You may recall Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald from Animal Planet’s Emergency Vets and E-Vet Interns or perhaps you’ve even seen him perform his stand-up act at a comedy club. He talks about what he’s learned about veterinary medicine from the best and about what he’s learned about show biz from the likes of the Rolling Stones to George Burns. He talks about […]
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  • Chicago Animal Care and Control is turning a new leaf and is focused on absolute transparency

    Chicago Animal Care and Control is turning a new leaf and is focused on absolute transparency
    2025/04/27
    Straight up, asking questions listeners would want to ask of Armando Tajeda, Executive Administrative Assistant and Public Information Officer Chicago Animal Care and Control (CACC). He conceded the agency doesn’t have a long history (and that’s true in many other cities as well) of absolute transparency, that’s now changed. And offer Armando an opportunity to […]
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  • Author Susan Hartzler talks about her latest books and shares her love for dogs

    Author Susan Hartzler talks about her latest books and shares her love for dogs
    2025/04/20
    Unlucky in love but lucky with dogs, Susan Hartzler talks openly about her life in “I’m Not Single, I Have A Dog: Dating Tales from the Bark Side.” She explains that she’s fine and content today and accepting that she may from now on only have partners with four legs. And why in many ways, that is […]
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  • Steve Dale is joined by Dr. Sheldon Rubin for an in-depth conversation about the dangers of heartworm disease, the importance of Anti-Cruelty, and more

    Steve Dale is joined by Dr. Sheldon Rubin for an in-depth conversation about the dangers of heartworm disease, the importance of Anti-Cruelty, and more
    2025/04/13
    Legendary Dr. Sheldon Rubin has been a guest on WGN radio dating back to Wally Phillips, when he was among the first veterinarians to talk regularly about pets in the media. Dr. Rubin is passionate about informing people of the dangers of heartworm disease which is nearly always preventable. He also recalls odd animals he’s dealt […]
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