Join ARL Cat Behaviorist Carol Griglione and Dan Sterrett as they answer all your questions about pet behavior, share fun pet information, and keep you up-to-date on programs, happenings, and success stories from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa!
In this week's episode, Carol and KC discuss cat lounges, pets reunited with their people, a man who befriended a fox, and all of the ways that YOU can get involved the help pets in need in our community! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals Help keep the podcast doing: ARL-Iowa.org/Donate
In this week's episode, Carol and KC are joined by a surprise guest! They chat about what to do if your pet becomes lost, a man who saved his dog from a bear, the ARL's Raise Your Paw auction and more! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals Help keep the podcast going: ARL-Iowa.org/Donate
In this week's episode, Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development and Communications KC Routos and Benny the Podcat! They share a happy update on an ARL rescue, then discuss cats with extra toes, ugly-cute creatures and more! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals Help keep the pod going: ARL-Iowa.org/Donate
In this week's episode, Carol and KC discuss the passing of Burt the crocodile, wildlife crossings, ARL happenings and more! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals Help keep the pod going: ARL-Iowa.org/Donate
In this week's episode, Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development and Communications KC Routos and Benny the Pod-cat to celebrate 2025! Carol and KC discuss Benny's extensive wardrobe, New Year's resolutions, the ARL's new ranch, winter pet safety, and more! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals Help keep the pod going: ARL-Iowa.org/Donate
In this week's episode, Carol and KC wish you happy holidays! Carol brings her very own newly discovered species, then they discuss capybaras, keeping pets safe when it's icy, animals commonly associated with Christmas, and more! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals Help keep the podcast going: ARL-Iowa.org/Donate
In this week's episode, Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development and Communications to discuss ARL programs like Shelter Cat Getaway and our trap-neuter-return program! They also answer a listener question about cats chewing hair and share more ways to get involved with the ARL or your local shelter! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development and Communications, KC Routos! They discuss a large group of hamsters who grounded a plane and their love of hamsters and other small animals as pets. Carol quizzes KC on some holiday movies. They chat about upcoming ARL events, then wrap up with a story of a 74-year-old bird who laid an egg after finding a new partner. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are joined by ARL Behavior and Enrichment Supervisor Cassandra Johnson to answer dog behavior questions and how to keep your pet safe and happy this Thanksgiving. They also play turkey trivia and Dan finally has a cute newly discovered species! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol are joined by two special guests! First, ARL TNR Coordinator Megan Wiedmann comes on to discuss all things community cats and what to do if you want to help community cats in your area get spayed/neutered. Then, ARL TheraPets Coordinator Cat McAuliffe joins to chat about how people and their pets can become TheraPets teams and help bring joy to their communities. Dan shares a newly discovered species, then they wrap up by sharing some upcoming ARL events. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol are joined by ARL Animal Welfare and Response Manager Robyn Dobernecker to discuss her role at the ARL and what to do if you see an animal who needs help. They also chat about Pesto the penguin, moth species, and upcoming ARL events! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan kick things off by sharing about a school pet's viral adventure, a pup reunited with his foster mom, and an update on the Bat Beauty Contest. They discuss Carol's irrational fear of large cats, then list some of the largest cats in the world. They wrap up by sharing upcoming ARL events and Dan's newly discovered species. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are joined by ARL CEO Tom Colvin! They start off by sharing facts about black cats and rats, including how Tom earned the nickname "Rat Boy" from a DJ in California. Next, Tom tells all about the ARL's capital campaign to transform the future of animal rescue and how YOU can help! Dan shares a newly discovered species, then they wrap up by discussing ARL events. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol discuss animals in the news, including a dog who saved a child after a mudslide and pandas coming back to the U.S. They answer a listener question about how to handle a cat licking and playing with your hands, then give some Halloween pet safety tips and share tons of fun facts about bats! They wrap up by sharing some upcoming ARL events and Dan's newly discovered species. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development KC Routos and Dr. Gigler from Ankeny Animal and Avian Clinic. Dr. Gigler answers listener questions about when to give your pet flea treatment, what to do if your dog eats chocolate, what to know before getting a pet bird, and more! They discuss Trap-Neuter-Return programs and upcoming ARL events, then Dr. Gigler gives some winter pet care tips. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are joined by ARL Director of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Cates! They start by asking Dr. Cates all about how she became a shelter vet, then take a brief detour to chat about Fat Bear Week. Carol asks Dr. Cates listener questions, including what the best diet for your pet might be and when you should ask your vet about allergies. Also discuss pet dental care, wet food vs. dry food and a service dog who is a member of a marching band. They wrap up by sharing some upcoming ARL events! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development and Communications KC Routos! They begin by discussing animals in the news, including Pesto the penguin and a cat who found a grenade in their family's home. They answer listener questions about moving with pets and cats having litter box issues. Carol and KC discuss chicken enrichment, including letting your chickens make a jack-o-lantern! They wrap up by discussing the ARL's plans for a new ranch and rescue intake facility and how YOU can help! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan welcome you to their AWARD WINNING podcast! They begin by sharing stories about black bears playing on a trampoline and a man saving a raccoon from choking, then discuss winterizing your chicken coop! They give more tips on keeping pets warm as the weather cools off, then read some fun facts about horses. The wrap up by discussing upcoming ARL events and Dan's newly discovered species! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are recording bright and early under the supervision of Benny the pod-cat. They begin by sharing about animals in the news, including a dog who protected his human in a fire and a pygmy hippo. They discuss a list of dog breeds with the biggest hearts, then answer listener questions about teaching dogs to ride in the car and working on recall skills. Carol reads some tips on decorating your chicken coop, then Dan shares his newly-discovered species. They wrap up by talking about some upcoming ARL events! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol discuss animals in the news, including a new baby money in a Des Moines zoo and a rare orange lobster. They also chat about the ARL's Bonded Buddy program and children keeping hamsters as pets. They answer listener questions about helping your dog feel confident around other dogs and preparing your cat for a new baby. They share about the ARL's Pet-A-Porter Fashion Show and Dan's new species, then Carol wraps things up with a horse quiz for Dan. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are joined by ARL Events Manager Kenzie Miller to discuss upcoming ARL events! They start the episode by covering recent animal news, including the birth of twin elephants, then Kenzie tells Dan and Carol about events coming up this month - including a motorcycle ride and a pet fashion show. Carol and Dan read a list of the smartest dogs, then answer a listener question about why cats stare at walls. Dan wraps up by sharing a newly discovered starfish species! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan begin by sharing stories of people being less than smart in national parks and zoos. They then celebrate Ginger Cat Day by reading some fun facts about ginger cats. Carol and Dan are joined by ARL Post-Adoption Resource Counselor Aaron Souders and ARL Director of Development and Communications KC Routos to discuss all things pet insurance! Carol shares some Labor Day safety tips, and Dan concludes the show with his newly discovered species - a fuzzy crustacean! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol reminisce about Dan's first chicken and their earliest memories of helping animals. They share about National Dog Day and read some interesting dog statistics, including what percentage of dog owners take their dogs to obedience training. Carol and Dan then share some resources you can find right on the ARL's website to help you with your pet, whether you're worried about their behavior or want to learn about adding a new pet to your family! Dan wraps up by sharing another newly discovered species. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol start by sharing funny dog experiences, including a dog lounging in a pool. They then discuss Check the Chip Day and the importance of microchipping. Carol lists some iconic movie cats, then they answer a listener question about how pets grieve. Dan shares his newly discovered species, then they wrap up by discussing upcoming ARL events! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol begin by discussing the Iowa State Fair and the quickly approaching end of summer. Carol shares more of her mosquito woes. They discuss armadillo sightings in Iowa, then teach you ways to prepare yourself and your pets for unexpected disasters. The episode wraps up with some upcoming ARL events and, of course, Dan's newly discovered species. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan start by discussing Carol's new horse and her hatred of mosquitos. They chat about recent animal news, including a bear stealing a camera. Dan gives tips on what to do if you see a pet in a hot car, then they read a list of the most harmless animals. Carol answers a listener question about cats rubbing on legs, and Dan shares a newly discovered ant. They wrap up by promoting upcoming ARL events. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are joined by special guest Mary Eggers-McCarroll to discuss the ARL's Shelter Cat Getaway program and other ways YOU can get involved to help animals! Carol shares the best places to travel if you're looking for wildlife, then Mary tells all about her work with the cats at the ARL. They talk about some upcoming ARL events, and Dan finally has a fluffy newly discovered species! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan discuss snake smuggling, a dog rescued from a cave and what to do if you find a lost pet. Dan shares some animal laws from different countries and Carol promotes the ARL's TheraPets program. They answer a listener question about keeping chickens cool in the summer, then wrap up by discussing upcoming ARL events and a newly discovered species. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol are excited for Shark Week! They discuss fun facts about sharks and the best shark movies of all time. Dan shares his tips for introducing your dog to another dog, then Carol reads some life lessons we learn from our pets. They wrap up by discussing upcoming ARL events and Dan's newly-discovered species - a giant penguin! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol discuss the importance of crate training your dog and acclimating your cat to a carrier. Carol asks Dan more pet trivia questions, and Dan tells about upcoming animal awareness days. They discuss animals who have made history and a therapy dog being honored by the US swim team, then answer a listener question about a dog determined to get things off of counters. They wrap up by talking about upcoming ARL events and Dan's newly discovered species! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol share more summer safety tips, including keeping your barn animals cool and helping dogs stay calm on the 4th of July. They discuss stories about a missing donkey found roaming with wild elk and a real-life Bambi and Thumper. Carol gives her tips on how to keep your cats off your counters and out of your plants, and Dan reveals a newly-discovered dinosaur. They wrap up by discussing upcoming ARL events! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan discuss the heat in Iowa and how to help if you see an animal in distress. They then share about dog-friendly cities and a creative kitten rescue. Dan tells Carol about the world's tallest dog, and Carol shares the top 10 cutest animals in the world. They wrap up by discussing upcoming ARL events and ways to prepare your dog for the 4th of July! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol talk about recent animal news, including a giraffe picking up a little girl and hero firefighters rescuing pets. Carol shares the importance of pet oxygen masks. Dan shares his dog enrichment tips, plus ways to keep your dog safe from the heat this summer. Carol and Dan discuss misleading spider news, then teach you how to safely drive around wildlife. They wrap up with some upcoming ARL events. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol discuss dealing with the loss of a pet and how to know when it's time to let them go. They tell the story of a search and rescue dog who continued working even after having his leg amputated, and Dan talks about a couple of his experiences as an Animal Services Officer. Carol shares some animal movies that actually have a happy ending. They wrap up by discussing a newly-discovered species and upcoming ARL events! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan is back and shares about the wildlife he saw on his trip! Dan and Carol go over recent news, including an airline for dogs. Carol quizzes Dan on armadillo trivia and how cats show their love. They discuss things cat owners (or "staff") can make their cats even happier. Dan wraps up by discussing upcoming ARL events and which ones to bring your dog to!
In today's episode, Dan is on a road trip, so Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development KC Routos! ARL CEO Tom Colvin also joins to discuss the history of the ARL. The three all share their favorite memories with the ARL and growing up as animal lovers. They wrap up by discussing upcoming ARL events! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In today's episode, Carol and Dan discuss a horse rescue from on top of a building, two types of cicadas that will emerge this summer, and fun activities to do with your pet this time of year. They then answer listener questions about teaching your dog to walk on a leash and helping your pet grieve the loss of a fellow four-legged friend. Carol shares about upcoming ARL events, and Dan presents another (not fuzzy) newly-discovered species. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol start by answering some commonly-asked questions: why cats bring you dead things and why your dog might eat poop. Carol shares a story about a "monster hunter," and Dan highlights an orangutan taking his medical care into his own hands. They then celebrate International Respect for Chickens Month by sharing fun facts about the dinosaur-like animals. They wrap up by discussing upcoming ARL events and another newly-discovered species! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
On this week's episode, Carol and Dan are joined by a special guest, Animal Service Officer Josh Colvin! They discuss their most memorable rescues and dispatch stories, and talk about the upcoming Pedal for Paws event on May 18!
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan talk about the Raise Your Paw auction that the ARL held over the weekend, ways to keep pets entertained, and wildlife crossings. They then share about the ARL's Pedal for Paws bike ride and Dan shares another newly discovered species. They wrap up by sharing tips for training your new dog! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol share about a porcupine who loves corn, an orca being reunited with his family, and exciting updates on Carol's community cats. They discuss the importance of bringing stray pets to the shelter, then answer listener questions about potty training puppies, a cat who demands to go outside, and more. They wrap up by sharing their excitement for the Raise Your Paw auction happening this weekend! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol start by discussing Carols' traumatizing skunk experience that ended with the help of a hero. They go on to talk about puppy and kitten behavior tips, dog intros, and an adorable cow and horse duo in Florida. Carol shares about the ARL's Raise Your Paw auction, then Dan wraps things up by showing support for an organization helping cats in a national park! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
This week, Dan and Carol are joined by the ARL's foster team, Becca, Tristan and Bailey! They discuss all things foster, including how to become a foster home, the different types of fostering the ARL does, and Carol's many foster "fails." Tristan tells all about the ARL's upcoming Kitten Shower (a baby shower for kittens!) and Dog's Day Out Summer Camp. Dan and Carol wrap up the episode by sharing about the Raise Your Paw auction. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan discuss braking for squirrels, Carol's anxiety during animal documentaries, and caring for bunnies. They also share an update on a previous episode's behavior question! Dan and Carol wrap up the episode by sharing about pet behavior resources and the ARL's Raise Your Paw auction. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan is back! Carol and Dan are joined by ARL TNR Coordinator Megan Wiedmann to discuss Trap, Neuter, Return programs, kitten season and more! Carol shares tips for what to do if your indoor cat gets out and Megan shares resources for caring for indoor cats. Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol is joined once again by ARL Director of Development KC Routos! To start the episode off, Carol and KC tell the story of our podcat, Benny. They go on to discuss cat intros, nail trimming, and the ARL's Bonded Buddy program. To wrap up, Carol shares about what to do if you think you see wildlife in need of help and a library offering fur-giveness on damaged books in exchange for cute cat photos! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development KC Routos! They discuss winning FuseDSM's Nonprofit of the Year award, the most affectionate dog breeds, and different ways to give to the ARL. KC tells the story of a hero hospice foster dog and Carol answers listener questions such as how to keep your cat our of your houseplants! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are joined by special guest Mary McCarroll to talk all things cats and cat fostering! They also discuss Gila monster bites, the best pets in pop culture and volunteering at your local animal shelter! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol discuss hero firefighters saving a cow and giving shy pets choices. They're then joined by special guest Tina Updegrove, an Animal Services Officer at ARL Animal Services. Tina shares about the new Animal Services building and how to speak up if you see animal abuse happening. Dan and Carol wrap up the episode by discussing upcoming ARL events and Dan's newly-discovered species! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
In this week's episode, Dan and Carol wish you a happy Valentine's Day! They discuss the best Valentine's Day gifts for your pets, the importance of microchips, and the ARL's Raise Your Paw Basket Party! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arlforloveofanimals
This week Carol and Dan discuss cat or dog introductions with your current household pet, the upcoming Raise Your Paw fundraiser, and a newly discovered species of bat.
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