Each week Urban Zoo host Bill McBain welcomes vets, care-givers, researchers, spiritual leaders, suppliers, enforcement officers, pet-lovers and companions, etc., who share their stories and expertise. There is cuteness, joy, practical advice, expert insight and probing into some uncomfortable and challenging corners of our relationship with animal life. Biped-quadruped, carnivore-herbivore-omnivore-insectivore, invertebrate-vertebrate, pet-working or livestock, tame-feral, on wings-foot-hoof or fin: Peel is as bio-diverse as its’ people. We are a region where river valleys, woodland and farms bump up against ever expanding urban neighbourhoods. Some animals thrive, others are threatened but together they comprise the rich bio heritage of Peel. The Urban Zoo examines and celebrates the depth and power of the animal-human bond and the many facets of our interrelationship with the creatures we share our lives with. We want to hear your stories: are you a caregiver, owner, parent, supplier, veterinary health professional, or do you work or volunteer with a rescue group, shelter or rehabilitation centre? Or are you simply a lover of animals? The Urban Zoo would love to hear from you: your thoughts and your stories.
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Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discuss ways to keep your dog safe and healthy during Spring and Summer 2025.
Host Bill McBain welcomes on two more contenders for Mayor of Mississauga: Steven Dasko and Dipika Demerla.
Host Bill McBain interviews two contenders for Mayor of Mississauga: Alvin Tedjo and Brian Crombie.
Host Bill McBain speaks about Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM), and Pit Ponies
Host Bill McBain talks about The Bello Project, and the Red Tail Hawk's Nest at Queen's Park
Host Bill McBain chats with Bill Redelmeier, Owner of Southbrook Organic Vineyards. It's a fascinating discussion about the art, beauty, science, and culture of wine in the Niagara Region.
Host Bill McBain chats with Louise Engel, co-owner of Featherstone Estate Winery. Plus, another science news roundup.
Host Bill McBain discusses, Indigo Pet Photography, and speaks with Green Party of Ontario Leader, Mike Schreiner.
Host Bill McBain discusses a variety of topics, including hospice and end-of-life care for pets; healthy together, pets and people.
Host Bill McBain welcomes on Sarika Cullis-Suzuki, co-host of The Nature of Things, to discuss the Mystery of the Walking Whale. Plus enhancing quality of life for our senior pets.
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discuss Kukur Tihar the Festival of Dogs. And they welcome on Carolyn Davies of the Nature Conservancy of Canada.
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick speak about vet stress, and touch on some recent animal abuse rulings.
Host Bill McBain welcomes back Dr. Tiffany Rennick! The animal of the week is the prairie dog. Plus, another science news roundup
Host Bill McBain discusses Animal Justice Canada, provides an update on Abbey Cats Rescue, & brings you this week's Science Roundup.
Host Bill McBain catches up with Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner
Host Bill McBain and his panel discuss saving the Greenbelt.
Host Bill McBain speaks with Acting District Chief of Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services Mike McQuinn and about their Facility Dog Ajax.Animal and Nature Science Roundup.
Host Bill McBain talks with Maria Galindo of the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides about their Walk for Dog Guides. Then, he speaks with Kathleen and Ayla from Mississauga Animal Services about summer priorities for your pets. And finally, World Turtle Day.
Host Bill McBain speaks to Ontario Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner.Animal of the Week: The American Robin
Host Bill McBain speaks to Brandy Jordan, owner of Doggy Steps, a dog walking service in Mississauga.Bill then speaks to producer Alison Bambery, about memories with her first pet.
Host Bill McBain speaks to the Leader of Ontario's NDP Marit Stiles.Animal of the week: Wombats
Leadnow: Preserving the Greenbelt; Ontario Mounted Special Service Unit
Remembering Jenni Le Forestier and Stop the 413; Activist Julia Kole, Conservation Authorities, local democracy and horses.
Aggressive Dogs enforcement orders with lawyer Jennifer Friedman; Talking Turkey
Host Bill McBain is in conversation with longtime Mississauga News columnist John Stewart.
Author Britt Griffin on Nature and the Limits of Empathy, The growing demand on Food Banks and our pets.
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick speak with two member of the Mississauga Animal Services.They then discuss new Government of Canada animal import restrictions to keep rabies importation at bay.
The library: introducing children to a world of knowledge about animals, pets and nature. Animal of the Week: the Schipperke
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discuss the Spix's Macaw, once declared extinct, returning to the wild!Animal of the Week: the Thorny Devil lizard.
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discuss Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease, which is newly detected in Ontario. Animal of the Week: The Hedgehog!
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discuss fireworks' effect on your pets and 3D printing in Veterinary Medicine.Animal of the week: Turkey Vultures
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discusses should you breed your pet. Animal of the week: Fennec Fox
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discusses Protecting Pets from Parasites.
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discusses why Stopping Hwy. 413 is vital to the GTA.
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discusses Vaccines and Seasonal Health!Animal of the week: Andalusian Horses
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discusses Ukraine Animal Refugees and disaster preparedness. Animal of the week: Bunnies
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discusses Ethics of Horse Training and Animal of the WeekAnimal of the week: The Gecko
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discusses COVID with our pets!Animal of the week: Leonburger Dog Breed
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discusses Spain recognizes animal sentience. Animal of the week: Parrots with Dr. Elisha Smith
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discusses Science Alliance for Forestry Transformation. Animal of the week: The Goshawk
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discuss Betty White's legacy of advocacy for animal welfare. Breed of the week: Musk Oxen
Hosts Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick discuss the Cardinal
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