Welcome to the Animal Party on Pet Life Radio with your host, Deborah Wolfe, where we talk everything about animals! You get the latest Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts, Topics & Guests!
How did Deborah Wolfe sing on stage with Bad Bunny during the Super Bowl? The Church of the Blues is the answer! Deb keeps you up to date on the pets of the world with stories about Dogs at the Olympics, Catherine Ohara, Pretty Penny the Canadian Dobie that won Westminster, and the classic movie ‘Best In Show'. A must see!!!!Deb gives it 4 paws. A correction about iguanas and the PETA suggestion that ended up being contrary to Florida's best interests. What do you think about Sabrina Carpenter and the dove (white Pigeon) in her act at the Grammy's; cute or cruel? Deb Wolfe shares surprising facts about pigeons: did you know they see differently than we do and have a magnetic compass in their beaks? Sometimes dog owners speaking up loud and fast in response to proposed off-leash area changes works. Hooray & congrats to the Vancouver residents who fought to keep the UBC off leash forest dog trails. Well done! EPISODE NOTES: Bad Bunny, Blue Ribbons, Olympic Dogs & Brave Pigeons Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe explains how to teach your dogs to react to threats and not react to neighbors, random kids and normal goings on they should accept. See https://tinyurl.com/yc6fydff for manners and dogs and kids. 3 large dogs attacked and killed a 13 year old boy in Nova Scotia; train your dogs to know the difference between a threat and a kid on a bike so this won't happen! When you think of Vladamir Putin do you think pf cute and cuddly puppies? He is a dog lover. Did you know that President Trump is rare in that he owns no pets unlike most world leaders and former presidents. EPISODE NOTES: Safe Dogs, Smart Training & Surprising World Leaders Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
A Facebook fan asks 'Do dogs sense bad people?' Deborah explains some of what dogs sense. Wonder what kind of pets Maduro has? The most popular pet names or what not to name your pet. When a cat and dog work together it's not always ideal. Wolves use a lamb to hunt. Be careful When your too fit dog shows off on the side of a mountain. Deborah gives a home remedy tip for snowball legs on curly dogs who play in snow. EPISODE NOTES: Can Dogs Sense Evil? And Other Pet Mysteries Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb asks the riddle, What do these 3 kitchen items have to do with helping pets: coconut oil, cornstarch, and a whisk? Cold weather tips for keeping pets warm and their coats free of snow. Deb Wolfe explains why you see no police dogs and no crowd control horses keeping the peace in Minnesota. Two listener emails get answered; 'Why do you give your dogs 3 syllable names if you told us one syllable makes them more responsive'? and 'Why do forces watch the pets of people they want to capture like Maduro?' An unmarked leghold trap where it shouldn't be kills a young dog. And a tragedy in Australia takes the young life of a 19-year-old girl called Piper when dingos attacked her. Plus two good news stories about a blind dog who works and millworkers who rescued 12 old cats. EPISODE NOTES: Whisks, Whiskers & Winter Wisdom Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deborah Wolfe tells you about experiments that prove animals communicate to their own species, to other species and to future generations and that telepathy or communication by sending and receiving thought pictures is something animals do well all the time. In Sweden and in Paris crows are cleaning the streets. How many police officers did it take to catch a runaway pet pig? Tool making, and changing the environment are said to be human-only skills but you can see a poodle demo both these skills on Facebook.EPISODE NOTES: Animal Communication & Telepathy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
On this lively, news-packed episode of Animal Party, host Deb Wolfe dives into the pet stories making people talk (and sometimes overreact!). Deb breaks down why a husky happily playing in the snow isn't the same as a cat left stranded on a freezing balcony for months—and why knowing the difference matters when calling the SPCA. She also shares an important warning about avian flu after pets in Alberta became sick from eating infected birds, plus a cautionary tale about airline pet travel after a family was denied boarding over a questionable policy. And of course, Deb brings the quirky fun with a “you can't Google this” teaser—then reveals the surprising Bruce Springsteen connection to Banff National Park. The episode wraps with a touching reminder of how deeply dogs absorb our emotions, after one sensitive doodle mirrored his owner's life change down to the exact day.EPISODE NOTES: Husky in the Snow, Cat on the Balcony: Same Call… Different Story Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Did you hear about the drunk raccoon and his record of crimes? More seriously, a woman convicted of torturing and killing a family's dog years back is found holding babies in the neonatal ward she snuck into! To dog park or not to dog park? What's your experience where you live with dog parks and dog people. Do you think people baby their dogs too much where you live? Are the dog parks good or bad? Tell us or text us at deb@petliferadio.com . Guess what the new signal my doodle has picked to show me she has found chanterelle mushrooms? EPISODE NOTES: What Do Keanu Reeves, Snoop Dog, and Ricki Gervais Have in Common (Besides the fact that Deb Wolfe Wants Them as Guests on This Show!) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Does a color-blind man see the same as dogs? Librela, the new wonder arthritis drug for dogs has a health warning! Some dogs are being paralyzed and worse, Deborah Wolfe tells you what to watch out for if your dog is taking Librela. DNA confirms the trapped grizzlies in Bella Bella are the wrong bears. Trail etiquette and what to do If you have a group of dogs with not so perfect off-leash manners. How to use bear spray. For training demos on cats (& dogs) check out Deb Wolfe – Pet expert on YouTube Please subscribe and tell Deb what you'd like to see her demo with dogs and cats on DebWolfe.Pet expert on YouTube. You ask and she'll deliver. If you want to see Deb's dog pack of 4 running in the forest check out camp good dog on ticktock. Woof!EPISODE NOTES: Colorblind Like a Dog? Paralysis Alerts, Bear Drama & Trail Survival Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
This week on Animal Party, Deborah Wolfe takes listeners on a fascinating, thought-provoking journey through the real world behind our favorite animal stories. From grizzly bear attacks and controversial wildlife management decisions to whale entanglements, deer behavior, and chronic wasting disease, Deborah unpacks the complex relationship between humans and wild animals. Along the way, she shares practical dog-training wisdom from forest foraging walks with her own pack, explains why variety makes both dog packs and human teams stronger, and offers tips for staying safe and respectful in nature. The episode also includes hands-on dog-walking advice, a homemade turkey-pumpkin treat recipe, inspiring zoo education programs, and a reminder that animals like “Baloo” and “Bambi” are far more complex — and dangerous — than their cartoon counterparts.EPISODE NOTES: Beyond the Cartoons: Bears, Whales, Deer & Dog Wisdom Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
This week on Animal Party, Deb Wolfe dives headfirst into the wild world of animal news, ethics, and behavior—holding nothing back. From controversial puppy visits in prisons and the urgent call to “spare the bear” in Florida, to fascinating discoveries about koala fingerprints and wolves using human fishing traps as tools, Deb challenges the outdated idea that animals don't think, plan, or adapt. The episode also shifts to heartfelt, real-world pet guidance as Deb walks listeners through how to recognize when a dog's sudden emotional withdrawal could signal illness, loss, or environmental stress—and why a vet visit can't wait. Along the way, she delivers laugh-out-loud stories (including pigs on the run and a dog confused by DoorDash) with the insight of a seasoned animal behavior expert. Smart, funny, and fiercely compassionate, this episode proves that animals—and the people who love them—deserve to be taken seriously.EPISODE NOTES: Spare the Bear, Smarter Wolves, and When Your Dog Loses Joy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
On this wild episode of Animal Party, Deb Wolfe shares the late-night surprise visitor that swooped into her office—a fierce little northern pygmy owl—and what she learned about these tiny, hummingbird-hunting predators. She dives into quirky and troubling animal news, from Trailer Park Boys' cat-loving Bubbles actor facing assault charges, to Tom Brady cloning his beloved dog and what it says about nature vs. nurture. Deb also spotlights a retirement “spa” for elderly penguins in New England, a pet monkey wreaking havoc in a Halloween store, and why monkeys make terrible pets. Plus, she unpacks why dogs sneeze when their mood shifts and offers heartfelt advice on keeping pets safe and stress-free—especially far away from scream therapy sessions, fireworks, and chaotic crowds.EPISODE NOTES: From Pygmy Owls to Pet Monkeys: What Could Possibly Go Wrong? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Dogs fed Yogurt and wine on reality shows. Sea otters attack surfers and steal their boards in Santa Monica. Taylor Swift donates a sea otter tshirt for auction and raises 2 million for the Santa Monica Aquarium. Snoop Dog rescues a whole dog shelter in NYC. A Hawaiian humpback called ‘Astroboy' gets rescued from fishing debris while ‘deadliest catch' fishermen attack each other's gear leaving debris to cause future problems for marine life. Trump tells Colorado to stop importing Canadian wolves and Deb explains the important planet saving logic behind the importation of wolves to the USA , American elk to Canada, Canadian beavers to Scottland and Israel's attempt to restore all the animals from the bible. EPISODE NOTES: Wildlife News Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe asks do you know What Jane Goodall's favorite animal was? Ostrich farm update; the covid surviving birds and their fate. Marine Land Belugas are caught up in an international trade issue as they shut down the exhibit. Deb describes the American Dipper, and an old-fashioned American word cat lovers should like ‘Catawampus'. Deb Wolfe gives training tips on How to teach dogs not to beg and cats not to trick people into over feeding. EPISODE NOTES: How To Teach Pets to Not Beg For Food Plus Monkey, Ostrich, Beluga News Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe teaches you How to train your dog to find valuable mushrooms or anything; dogs can find your car when you are lost hiking or find a child who wanders off or find edible treasures people forage for like chanterelle mushrooms. Deb breaks down the simplest easy way to teach a dog, any dog to find things and specifically how to find mushrooms. A big welcome to German listeners who sent me questions about this topic. Please keep in touch with more feedback and pet questions. Got some extra pumpkin or a carrot or two? Make these healthy chewy carrot pumpkin dog chews!EPISODE NOTES: Mushroom Foraging with Dogs Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
A listener asks Deb Wolfe to explain some of the differences and similarities between dog, cat and horse pecking orders. EPISODE NOTES: Top Dog, Alpha Cat & Boss Horse: Who Really Rules Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe asks do you trust AI after it falsely identified a mushroom as a pork hock ‘? Krypto take me home” , Dog lovers must see the new superman movie. Who do you think wins the battle between crow vs seagull in a beach battle? And we have a tight race between a labradoodle and a chihuahua for worst dog at the beach and worst owner. A listener describes her two middle aged female dogs and how they steal food from their son's one dog but not the other asking why this happens. Deborah explains pack politics and pecking order dynamics in dogs. Does a bear poop in the woods? Yes, but Deb discovered they also use their scatt to mark food sources like fruit trees.EPISODE NOTES: Pack Politics & Wildlife & Dog Topics Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
A listener writes about their dog's Vet bill after a stick was wedged in the roof of his mouth asking how on earth do you remove it yourself? Deb explains how force is needed when cats and dogs are in pain and need help. If you are showing your house, should you allow a potential buyer to bring their pet along? What type of measuring cup can hurt or even kill your dog or cat? EPISODE NOTES: Deb Wolfe Asks ‘Why Don't the Chickens Cross the Road?' Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
A long-time listener asks “Why does my dog lie down to greet other dogs?' Deb Wolfe explains 2 reasons for this greeting. Go Find is a great trick which can become a foraging asset with your dog. Deborah runs through how exactly to train a dog to find a treat or a sought after mushroom. Pet vaccines do not cause autism! An old Croatian proverb states that ‘two goats cannot walk on the same rope.' Deb Wolfe points out that 2 cats can't be walked with one rope either: but dogs? No problem!EPISODE NOTES: Why Dogs Lie Down to Say Hello — and How to Teach Go Find!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe reports on how Italian goats can save us from volcanoes. Is Lake Tahoe spreading the bubonic plague? Stats show dog ownership in the USA has steadily been growing since the 40's. Deb shares a quote from a TLC seeking sister wife cast member's mom, and an easy dog bone recipe. Deb Wolfe points out the injustice of bad enforcement when it comes to support service dog rules; a certified support chihuahua gets in trouble at the beach while a fake service dog gets to stroll the Richmond night market rudely. EPISODE NOTES: Volcano Goats, Bubonic Lakes, and Service Dog ShenanigansBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
What do you think is the most difficult animal to weigh at the London Zoo? The worst dog at the beach award this week is well earned by some extremely rude bulldog behavior! This 50 lb. snorting unleashed intact dog Beat out all other contenders with a stellar owner ignorance performance at White Rock pier. Like that old tomato song, ‘I say Meela you say Myla' and the kid and dog say, ‘let's blow the whole thing off'. Why not name your dog the same as your kid as on TLC 90-Day fiancée, and other pet names that need to be changed and how to do it easily. How to say ‘hi' to a cat, and how to teach your cat to come to a hand signal. Deb shares a super easy Cat treat/Dog treat/human treat recipe you can bake today with just a tin of salmon, egg, and flour. Teen boys broke into a neighbor's home and kicked the door in……to save 2 dogs from a house fire in Utah! EPISODE NOTES: Cat Tricks, Dog Tips & Homemade Treats Both LoveBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
On this episode of Animal Party, Deb Wolfe serves up equal parts laughs, heart, and hard truths. We kick off with the Wyoming “wolf suit” fiasco—a cautionary (and hilarious) PSA about why wildlife can't be duped by costumes or club tricks. Then Deb unpacks the growing wave of legislation in Quebec, the U.S., and Europe restricting cosmetic pet surgeries (debarking, declawing, ear cropping, tail docking) and explains humane, effective alternatives. You'll hear a feel-good rescue from Canada's Bay of Fundy, where volunteers freed stranded white-sided dolphins from knee-deep mud, and a tender update on Teddy, Deb's senior poodle, as she weighs pain control, mobility, and quality of life. We close with a heartfelt invitation to adopt or foster—because while no pet is replaceable, there's always another soul ready to love you back. EPISODE NOTES: Ears, Tails & Ethics: The End of Cosmetic CutsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe catches you up on world animal news starting with the good and bad news about the incredible Indonesian leatherbacks who visit Canada. Next its politics feline style in Boston – Who would you vote for? A little dog was very naughty at a Cincinnati Reds Game playing keep away with the game ball. Deborah gives you her easy 2 ball drop trick so you can get your dog to fetch properly and perfectly. Bird news with the latest update on the avian flu surviving ostriches. Plus how did a bird cause a huge forest fire? Justin Timberlake is battling chronic lyme disease – what you can do to keep safe. Q. When is a silent, fast-moving ebike a bad idea? A. When there is a bear up ahead! EPISODE NOTES: Shell-ebrity Visitors & Cat-didates: Global Animal News with DebBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
What do you do if your dog bites a bone or stick and a piece gets stuck wedged between his canine teeth against the top of his mouth? Deb Wolfe describes 2 recent incidents and posted video at https://www.youtube.com/shorts/w4sTTt-pv2U and photos at https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1308466991284881&set=pb.100063647777116.-2207520000 of ‘Peachy ‘the Doodle and her stick emergency. Algae can be a huge threat to dogs so be careful around water forbidden for human swims and lakes or water with excessive algae growth. A 50 lb spaniel pup died after swimming in Nicola Lake in July 2025 prompting this warning. Have you ever fought to keep something out of your neighborhood? The ‘not in my backyard' attitude resulted in the death of Tex the Grizzly who was not wanted on Texada island. Would you want a grizzly In your backyard? A good news story from the north and west islands of Canada where leather jacket turtles migrate all the way from Indonesia to eat jelly fish In feline news, B.C. has proposed a ban on wild cat ownership, import, sale, and breeding. All Ocelots, Servals and jungle cats would need to be registered and sterilized. What do you think about this? Tell deb@petliferadio.com . Please contact us to advertise your product to our online audience of pet lovers!EPISODE NOTES: Chew-mergency! Peachy's Stick Rescue & Other Wild TalesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe describes a few recent encounters between dogs and people with bears and lions. Deborah describes the scene and asks you which of the 5 doodle, poodle type dogs do you think stood up to the bear? Deborah gives some basic safety tips for walking in forests and living in bear country explaining from the wildlife perspective. Sometimes a pivotal moment can change a dog's behavior suddenly and dramatically. A docile dog may become a hunter all of a sudden for example. But also a good experience like a swim during a heat wave can make a non-swimming dog into a water dog. Give it a try with your dog. Please send your collar reviews, guest and topic suggestions, and your PET QUESTIONS ( type or voice clip) to deb@petliferadio.comEPISODE NOTES: Lions & Dogs & Bears Oh My!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
The President's military parade (for Trump's 79th birthday) featured 34 horses, 2 mules, 1 dog (a blue heeler like “Blue”) and one goat. Deb Wolfe explains the reason for the goat. Dogs are big In Toronto – even downtown and on the subway! A few Toronto dog pics are posted; Can you guess how much Tex weighs? Please send us your reviews of pet collars that trigger pet doors, GPS track the pet , stop barking or all 3 in one. Send reviews to deb@petliferadio.com please. If your dog is exposed to smoke, yams can help. Deborah explains how to help your pets when forest fire smoke is thick in the air. This show is dedicated to “Blue' a rescued dog with 3 names and 3 owners before Deb ( Aug 13 - 2011-June 8, 2025) ‘Buddy Blue Bandit' aka ‘Blue Man Chu' May you R.I.P. ,loyal friend, with a herd of your own at the Rainbow Bridge.EPISODE NOTES: Parade Goats, Subway Dogs & Blue's FarewellBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deborah Wolfe explains the weird habit like on TLC my strange addiction where people eat baby powder and bounce sheets, some cats (usually weaned early as kittens) suck on clothing which is a form of Pica, similar to humans who eat inedible things compulsively. How do you stop it and what do scientists know? A Missing 7-year-old girl followed the neighbors' dogs into the forest. And a fed bear gets killed leaving searchers desperate to find her orphaned two 3.5 lb baby milk fed cubs in Whistler. Don't feed wild animals. The difference a good Vet clinic makes. Deb contrasts two clinics: If you are in Toronto try Bickford Park Animal Hospital for kindness and outstanding care. How far did the runaway tortoise travel in a month? Listen to the show and find out. Please send your pet questions and product suggestions for pet collars that stop barking, open pet doors and gps track cats and dogs. Listeners want to know what works and what doesn't! EPISODE NOTES: The Cat That Loves Clothes & The Tortoise on the RunBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Dr. Carly Fox from Schwarzman Animal Medical Center joins Deborah Wolfe again to talk about laser treatments for rehab and old dogs. Dr. Fox recommends supplements but also CBD (cannabis product with no thc and no high effect) for dogs with arthritis, anxiety and skin allergies. See two old dogs do a pepsi/coke style test with a nutrivet vitamin vs a cookie for arthritis. Which do you think the old blue heeler and senior poodle will go for first? ‘What is the worst pet to face in a Vet Clinic?' Deb asks. Dr. Fox describes one solution for vet hating cats besides Feliway hormone products and choro treats which can help. A listener describes his cat saying ‘…since she always runs around a bunch and then collapses and sleeps after catnip can I give it to her before the vet to make her sleep in the car and the clinic'? Dr. Fox explains why a good brand of pet food with grain ingredients is ideal. Ever wonder about those long belly short legged dogs where the belly length is greater than the dog's height? Dr. Fox tells us how you can help them age better all considering. Deborah shares a recipe for peanut butter pumpkin chews on the show and at https://www.facebook.com/debwolfepetexpert/ .EPISODE NOTES: Lasers, CBD & Old Dogs: Dr. Carly Fox ReturnsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Do you need a pet custody agreement or a paragraph about pet custody added to your prenup? In Canada and soon in England you best get one together if you want your pets to be shared after divorce. The new law in B.C., Canada was applied in a companion animal pet custody divorce case to award sole custody. What did they consider and why not joint custody? Deborah Wolfe tells you about this new precedent setting case that will likely change the courts worldwide. Check out Deb Wolfe Pet Expert on YouTube to see the product tests done by real dogs on vitamins. Sucky Cat sent a behavior question about a cat who takes dirty socks and leaves them wet with spit. Deborah Wolfe explains why cats suck on things and gives tips for how to change the behavior. “My Pitbull is a pussy with the old dog next door, but a tough guy at the dog park”; a listener wants to know why his 120 lb tough dog is so wimpy around the elderly dog next door and Deb explains pecking order and imprinting. Thanks to the Pet life radio listeners for such great questions; please send pet problems and questions to deb@petliferadio.com EPISODE NOTES: Paw & Order: Divorce, Pet Custody, and Furry Behaviors ExplainedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Dr. Carly Fox from Schwarzman Animal Medical Center joins award winning host Deborah Wolfe to talk about the emergencies she sees most with NYC dogs & cats. She describes how this Vet teaching hospital works, and what happens when a person can't pay for care or when a guide dog or police dog is sick. Plus Dr. fox gives her product faves for flea prevention in cats its Frontline or Revolution and for dogs Simparica Trio Dr Fox explains the science behind why some cats land ok and others tragically fall from balconies. If a car hits your dog and he runs away she really ok? What if he is a big tough dog and he gets a small bite from a dog park fight? EPISODE NOTES: Big City Pet ER: Tales from NYC's Animal Front LinesBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deborah tells you about an old dog showing his cleverness plus a new dyi $10 coop project. What would you do if you were sleeping after surgery and your wife was naked just out of the shower when a robber breaks in? hopefully you will have a dog to protect you! Deb asks the difficult question of how and what to spend time and money on when it comes to animal rescue. Oscar the 10-year-old mini poodle found In a dumpster after abuse and neglect will cost 14k to help, and Oscar deserves that help but the many homeless dogs in shelters deserve the help too. Deborah describes the Doodle puppies she has up for adoption ¾ poodle ¼ golden f1b doodles and so so cute. Watch them grow and change from their first hour till now on my YouTube channel. Call 604 515-2267 to arrange an appointment to meet puppies and take one home! You can also contact us about pups through Facebook. What about rescuing dogs other places; What's the math on that? Can you guess what type of animal is making a bunch of college girls stay inside and never go out? Listen to the show and find out!EPISODE NOTES: Dog Drama, Rescue Dilemmas & the $10 Coop HackBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe tells you about the long extinct dire wolf you may remember from Game of Thrones back on earth living and breathing but maybe not howling. Is a wolf dog pet a good idea? How do wolves differ from dogs as pets? How you can keep your older cat or older dog in good shape and happy. Shout out to Seth Rogan for his spectacular performance on Colbert's dog adoption segment where he kissed every puppy on the top of the head. If you know Seth Rogan please let him know I'd love to have him join me on this animal party podcast! He is officially invited to this animal party! EPISODE NOTES: Dire Wolves to Seth Rogen: It's a Howlin' Good Time!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe shares a recipe for easy to bake 3 ingredient dog chews. Plus why are Canadians like labradoodles? Deb comments on John Stewart's comparison wherein he called ‘Canadians the labradoodles of allies' . Tabby Tim…..thanks to you there is now a tabby cat trick on deb wolfe- pet expert on YouTube to go with the so many dog tricks and puppy moments. Please subscribe to the channel & ask for the pet tricks you want to see Deb teach and demo. What is going on with fleas this year? Deborah gives you some practical affordable flea product prevention advice when it seems the usual tried and true expensive high end prevention methods are no longer effective and drugs are being suggested instead!? Sometimes do you feel like a bad mom? Well compared to some animal species you are a fantastic mom! EPISODE NOTES: From Fleas to Feel-Good Pet Tricks with Deb Wolfe!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deborah Wolfe describes spring break at Camp Good Dog with kids, guest dogs, foster dogs, resident dogs and 5 week old doodle puppies! Cute pics at camp good dog on facebook. Videos of the puppies from the first day till now, each day caught on video so you can watch them grow and change before your eyes from newborns to wrestling playful cuddly sweet puppies at Deb Wolfe- Pet expert on YouTube. Respect to the mine sniffing Jack Russel in Ukraine.. Deb points out a few examples of humans underestimating animals and their intentions from Woodpeckers to Golden Retriever extreme fetch games; why animals do what they do is often not simple. Do you know what it takes to tame a cat? 5 steps get a feral kitten from wild to tame and ready for adoption. Keanu Reeves? Deborah Wolfe is looking to chat with you on this Animal Party Podcast - about dogs of course. Deborah finishes the show with a request for your pet problems, questions and reviews of dog collars; especially no bark collars, gps tracking for pets, and collars that open pet doors for your pet only. We need some practical advice on what works!EPISODE NOTES: Golden Games, Woodpecker Woes & Keanu, Call Us!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deborah Wolfe describes the meeting of 2000 + Dolphins off the coast of California swimming together in a giant mega pod with several species. What can this mean? What did Paul McCartney do for dogs? A listener asks ‘what does elbows up' mean to Canadians. #elbowsup! Deb Wolfe takes Mike Meyers quiet cheer on SNL (which has become a rallying cry to Canadians) to a bizarre silly level demanding Americans give the world its dogs back and replace them with Russian and Chinese breeds. Now, that's A Bad trade! How do Canadians feel about the recent Trump/Musk actions and tariffs? A bit like a spouse getting a surprise divorce and trying to start to date other people again. Some dog breeds have higher libido than others and that's why some breeds are overrepresented in the accidental mutt population. So don't worry, Mexico isn't gonna ask for its chihuahuas back! In fact, 1 mama dog and her puppies can produce 67,000 dogs in 6 years while 1 mama cat and her kittens can produce a whopping 420,000 cats in 7 years. Neuter & Spay is the way to go! EPISODE NOTES: Elbows Up! Dolphins Unite, Dogs Delight & Canadian SpiteBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deborah is Celebrating Happy Canada Day with a few lines of Canadian song hits during the show. In world pet news, hear what a drunk wild pig did after stealing 18 beers at a campsite, ‘Tex' the grizzly bear and Deb Wolfe's prediction on his relocation. Why are some cats and dogs afraid of things that seem harmless like for example a dog tough enough to stand up to a bear is afraid of an old house cat! Deb Wolfe explains how to slowly desensitize dogs and cats to the fears they learned through trauma, especially during the 3–6-month puppy/kitten stages. Could your dog or cat be afraid of their own name? Deb Wolfe explains when a name change can help. EPISODE NOTES: Drunk Pigs, Brave Dogs & Nervous Cats: Deb's Wild World of PetsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
In the news, a Heroic big rescue mutt dog keeps a bear away from an 18 year old girl . Thieves steal expensive puppies by faking a seizure in Denver. Deborah gives listeners the Breed profiles of Pointers & Giant Schnauzers. Does Deb's border collie training customer have a shoe fetish or OCD? Want to see newborn puppies nursing and dreaming? How about pups the first day they open their eyes or take their first steps? How do you tell the boys from the girls? Please subscribe so you don't miss a day from the very first day of these 9 pups growing and changing until they go to their forever families at 8 weeks. EPISODE NOTES: From Hero Dogs to Puppy Thieves: Tales That Bark BackBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deborah Wolfe does a breed profile of the tiny dog that won agility this year, the Papillion! Why sometimes the worst dog list and best dog list have the same dogs listed. How can the labrador retriever make the easiest to train list and the most mischief making list? Puppyhood! From good listeners like the Cane Corso to the rarely listening Dachshund the dog world has many choices; Know yourself and what you truly seek or you may end up with someone else's best dog that is your worst! Deborah tells you about an unusual USA/Canada border and some pet issues that come up locally; When you need a passport to go get your cat to come back inside! Did you know cats can jump 6x their own body length? See footage of the 9 one day old doodle pups at debwolfe.petexpert on YouTube and subscribe so you don't miss the puppy action & training demos on cats (& dogs).EPISODE NOTES: Tiny Papillons, Naughty Labs & a Cat Who Needs a PassportBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.
Deb Wolfe asks, “would you want to fly on a plane 3x in 36 hours?” Poor Maine Coon Kitty, Mittens got forgotten in baggage and had to travel back and forth 3x from New Zealand to Australia. The same week, another cat escaped in the passenger section and wandered the aisles making friends on a flight from Vancouver to Toronto. Deb suggests you take carabiners and zip ties to secure any escape issues that might come up by surprise. Do you have cats and your toothbrush sitting in a cup by the sink? Deb explains why that is a no-no! A simple office clip (shown on the show page) can solve that problem. Deborah teaches you how to get your pets to pose for campy photos with props and costumes and how to teach cats and dogs the ‘find' command which is ideal for older dogs and cats. Deb Wolfe promises to cover more advanced find skills next Animal Party show and get your dogs and cats finding people and teach your dogs to find the car. EPISODE NOTES: Cat on a Plane! Sky-High Adventures and Hilarious Pet Travel Tales
Deb Wolfe shares pet news about the Urgent FDA warning a popular dog arthritis drug is dangerous, heat seeking drones put to good use and a 2.7 lb hero saves many lives. A listener asks for more cat jokes please and Deborah calls on the cat owners who listen to this show to put their cat loving fingers to work and click on https://tinyurl.com/mr2upsne, which is debwolfe.petexpert on YouTube and show the ‘how to' cat training videos some love! There are far more cat pets than dog pets and so many of you have both cats and dogs so why do the ‘how to' dog training videos like ‘how to pick a puppy' get 158k views while stellar cat videos like ‘how to' teach your cat (any cat, every cat) to shake paw get only a handful? Deborah asks ‘is it because you have given up on your cats learning or wanting to please you?' Maybe your cats have given up on you and your one human trick of feeding them. Please subscribe to the channel and click on the cat videos and leave a comment about whatever you would like to see me to teach a cat and I'll make that happen! Ciao meow. EPISODE NOTES: The Great Cat Conspiracy: Why Aren't You Watching?
Dusty Rainbolt describes the cats of Iceland and the history of dogs there. Bird Flu is a big concern for pet owners now that it has caused indoor cat deaths from raw pet food and has jumped species to cows in the US and big cats at an American sanctuary. Deborah & Dusty both agree this is not the time for feeding pets raw foods! Check out the recipe for frozen yogurt doggie snack Deb shares on air; you may want to eat some too! How to use scent to get cats to accept each other or accept new kittens. EPISODE NOTES: Bird Flu, Raw Food Risks & Scent Secrets for Cat Harmony
Deb Wolfe chats with author & cat training expert, Dusty Rainbolt dispelling myths about cats. Can they drink salt water? Can they be vegetarian? Deborah Wolfe asks ‘Are cats conditional in their love and respect like dogs?” and Dusty says even more so! Dusty describes how her cats learned to care about her husband. A reader asks if cats have pack mentality or peer pressure to behave badly like dogs? Did you know that cats purr at a frequency of 50-125 mhz like our ultrasound and bone healing therapies? EPISODE NOTES: Do Cats Love You… or Just Your Tuna?
Trends in breeds & Pet Names and what not to call your pet! Deborah brings you the rankings of which dogs are most popular the past few years to today. What names are too popular for dogs or bad for training cats or dogs. How do you change a pet's name and when should you? Have you noticed how cat names are different from dog names? It is nuts to give your dog nuts! EPISODE NOTES: Top Dogs, Trendy Cats & Names You Should Never Yell at the Dog Park
Are you giving your dog or cat grain free or vegetarian pet food thinking it's the best option? It's not; Deborah explains why feeding your dog a completely grain free diet can kill your dog. How does eating a little canned pumpkin help dogs and cats with digestion. How much they need depends on size as Deb breaks down how many teaspoons your pet needs with each meal. Recipe for yummy peanut butter pumpkin pet treats at the end of the show. Thanks to the Chicago listener for the pet joke of the day. Keep them coming! Stacy Mantle from Pets Weekly, gives us her picks for the best dog bed and best pet cover for human beds, and Dr. Jory Bocknek, DVM sent a healthy tip message too. EPISODE NOTES: Grain-Free Dangers, Pumpkin Power, and the Best Beds for Pets!
Deborah Wolfe answers the question which is smarter this year's dog show national winner or last year's; a pug or a pointer & can you train any orange tabby cat for tv? What makes the pug so likable but expensive and why is a pointer not the best choice for everyone? Plus, how to choose a shelter cat for tricks and performing. Imagine you went out one day and found two meowing newborn kittens huddling by your basement window and it turned out they were not domesticated cats at all, but bobcat kittens!! EPISODE NOTES: Pugs, Pointers & Purrformers: Who Wins Best in Show?
Deborah Wolfe talks about Bears, Racoons, a horse hotel guest and fishermen saving a man & dog from a bear. The show begins with a discussion of a guilty plea in the black market bear parts trade, and an incident where fisherman saved a man & dog from a bear. What do dog owners need to know to keep dogs safe from bears and cats safe from coyotes. Plus did you know there is a very large horse who stays in a fancy hotel? News about stoned raccoons, fentanyl concealed in dog treats and why you get a different kind of loyalty from rescued cats & dogs; and why dogs rescued on vacation trips sometimes need training once home. For the most part adopted rescued pets like Chopper the Rottie cross (who behaved like a security officer at all times ) make for the most grateful and loyal and delightful pets EPISODE NOTES: Wild to Wonderful: Rescued Pets, Bear Escapes & Stoned Raccoons
Deborah Wolfe chats with Deborah Cribbs from www.givethemten.org about the cat situation in different places including Turkey, Tunisia, Europe and America, and how the general attitude toward stray or street cats differs. Do you let your cats have an indoor life only, or an outdoor life only or maybe they get to come and go when they want. Different cultures are at play here and in Tunisia Deborah Cribbs described how kittens were often dropped off at the local fish store to fend for themselves. Wolfe adds cat facts including a description of why people are allergic to cats and describes dog allergy trials for perspective owners of doodles or poodles (the hypoallergenic breeds) and that's when Deborah Cribb made a fantastic suggestion; if you think you have a family member with a pet allergy but it seems to be with only some cats or some pets and you aren't sure….you can foster a pet! Right, your family, and the kids especially, know the pet is there temporarily, but you get a chance to test that pet fully and if no allergies manifest you can adopt. Deb Wolfe suggests for families who want to give a cat or kitten as a Christmas gift wrap a stuffed animal or figurine like the pet your kids are begging for and then add a homemade gift card for one to be selected from a shelter. Go to the shelter after the bustle and unpredictability of the holidays is done and the house is calm and decorations are put away. Once spring hits in North America, Cribbs says its kitten season so if that's what you are looking for that's when you'll have many cutie kittens to pick from. EPISODE NOTES: From Fish Shops to Foster Homes: A Global Look at Cat Culture
Host Deborah Wolfe describes the different paw pad patterns on cat paws. See the paw photo spread at https://www.facebook.com/debwolfepetexpert/ What type of paws does your pet have? If your cat's paws are different than the types shown in the photo please send Deb a pic of your cat and its paws to deb@petliferadio.com . You can also send pet questions, comments and guest suggestions by text, or voice clip (Deb's fave). Deborah salutes the North Vancouver homeowner for his fence bear gate and asks why fish ladders aren't required next to all dams? “If you have a dog trained to play piano, you don't put it on stage with a guitar.' CNN ‘What you see is what you get' (Dr. Stanley Coren) when it comes to mixed breed dogs and cats. Deb outlines primitive dog breeds; the Sheba Inu, malamute, husky & Wolf cross and describes the looks and disposition of Oriental cat types and what to watch for to know if your cat is Oriental. EPISODE NOTES: Paws, Patterns & Personality: What Your Cat's Paw Pads Reveal
Do you know a pet who is recovering from surgery or limps, or winces when touched or has become less interactive or seems to be in pain? Hot laser (which is warm not hot) is a drug free, pain free, trauma free course of treatments that helps pets heal and reduce inflammation and scarring with no side effects. Laurie Mason describes some pet patients and how sometimes dogs and cats with behavior issues improved their attitude and habits when treatments made the pet happier and less pain. Class IV laser can help with chronic pain too including cat declaw surgery ramifications! Deborah explains why cats should never be declawed because it is the amputation of joints and not just a manicure. EPISODE NOTES: Deb Wolfe Delves into The Topic of Class IV Laser Therapy For Pets With Practitioner Laurie Mason
Is your dog or cat in pain, or recovering from surgery or wound? Laser could help! What is a class IV laser? How does it work? What problems does it address? From Chihuahuas to Irish Wolfhounds and cats too Laurie has helped many pets with many different problems; aches, pains, circulation, teeth, hip, knee, and skin issues. This week Deborah Wolfe interviews Laurie Mason from Guardian Therapeutic Laser. Laurie discovered the class IV laser when her active swimming retriever, a 10-year-old duck toller, collapsed and couldn't walk or stand. And now she helps dogs and cats with home visits and laser treatments that make a huge impact on the quality of their lives and their owners. EPISODE NOTES: Shining a Light on Pet Pain: The Power of Class IV Laser Therapy
Deborah Wolfe describes footage of 3 cougars backyard window shopping for a pet meal. Watch the video clip at https://www.facebook.com/debwolfepetexpert/. Dogs can chase off cougars & bears but can also be hunted by them & cats are always on their menu so keep your pets safe. Pandas arrive in the USA and baby twin pandas are born in Germany. Why Climate matters so much to an animal's wellbeing. Strange pet laws in Columbus, Georgia and Barber, North Carolina. A Cat lady brings her leashed cat through dense wild forest trails to a crowded dog-friendly beach on a long weekend…what could go wrong? Deb explains why this cat loving young woman wins the worst pet owner at the beach award, beating out a sneaky food stealing dog & 2 fetch-aholic barkers for the win in the category of most likely to cause a ‘cat'astrophe. EPISODE NOTES: Panda Babies, Strange Pet Laws & a Cat-astrophe at the Beach!
Deborah Wolfe teaches you how to say ‘hello' to your dog & your cat. Plus how to recognize doggie best friends and spouses at the dog park. Zoo news including a very fat penguin baby and two daddy flamingos. A pitbull cross gets returned safely home to the Alaska border from the Phoenix café thanks to microchip i.d. Do you agree with Breed Specific Legislation like the sign posted at Deb Wolfe- Pet Expert on facebook? https://www.facebook.com/debwolfepetexpert/ Please tell us what you think of bans and rules aimed at just pit bull type dogs ; When you have questions, or guest suggestions or a good equipment tip (like a cat door that works) please send your texts, emails or voice messages to deb@petliferadio.com EPISODE NOTES: How to Say ‘Hello' in Dog & Cat: Pet Etiquette 101
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