Pet Talk Radio! + 7 Easy Steps - Listen Now...

1/3 - Pet Owners Have Other Lives Too Don't They?

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Mon, 25 May 2009 09:08:34 +1000

Long time listeners to Pet Talk Radio! will know we both have a broad based media background. Like you, our lives have many aspects other than pets - although they do take up a fair proportion of our lives that's for sure. As part of our ever growing on-line media projects, we wanted to introduce you to our newest project - one we are very passionate about. It's called Seven Easy Steps and is located at www.seveneasysteps.com.au We will be offering low-cost or free e-books and audio on a range of topics some of which will be pet and animal related. Initially we have produced three e-books - 2 low-cost and a third absolutely free - that we think you might be interested in. In many ways dog trainers, and people trainers have similar roles - They need to communicate their messages to PEOPLE first. Some people can do this better than others, but our experience has shown most people aren't very good at communicating at all. This can be through shyness, being poorly prepared or some other impediment. Kaye's new e-book will be a big help to anyone making a presentation, going for a job interview or making an important phone call perhaps to get new business. It's called 'Speak Better-Fast!' and comes with bonus audio plus a free copy of 'Why We Hear But We Don't Listen'. Both of these items are available in this iTunes feed or via our website 'seveneasysteps.com.au' Brian has also put his thoughts down both as an e-book and an audio book - all about being 'happy' - it's called 'Take This Job & Shove It!' - you can work out for yourself what that's all about - but please take some time to listen to the audio from these new titles and consider buying the books or recommending them to a friend. We also have free copies of Kaye's book - Speak Better-Fast! - for any unemployed persons support groups, church groups or charities who may benefit from Kaye's professional speaking background. And if you were wondering about Pet Talk Radio, Essential Pet and Pet Product Reviews we mentioned recently?... Yep - all part of our day jobs as we continue to try and bring a wide range of interesting pet and non pet related services to pet owners.

2/3 - Speak Better - FAST! - by Kaye Browne

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Mon, 25 May 2009 09:08:30 +1000

Like most people – I hated having to speak ‘publicly’ when I was younger – and yet I’ve made a career out of speaking on TV and radio and lecturing in Journalism, PR and presentation skills. Crazy – right? Not at all when you know the tricks of the trade to feeling comfortable when you speak – and these are waiting for you right now in my ‘Seven Easy Steps To Speak Better – Fast!’ This e-book is the result of many people asking me to help them with some practical advice – and fast - because they had to make an important phone call to a prospective employer, or they had to front an interview panel, or maybe they had to present their ideas to a business meeting. They felt sick with nerves – certain they were doomed to failure. Understandable fears but unnecessary. Anyone CAN and WILL sound much more confident than they really feel if they just do a few key things (7 of them actually) so that when you open your mouth a nice, mellow, confident sounding and interesting voice comes out and your audience tunes in. That’s what you want – and that’s what you WILL get with my ‘Seven Easy Steps to Speak Better – Fast’. Kaye Browne

3/3 - Take This Job & Shove It! - by Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Mon, 25 May 2009 09:08:26 +1000

The boss at a radio station where I was working was chewing my ear one day, complaining like he always did about his life, his boss, his useless sales team, his feelings of unhappiness. And out it popped… I didn’t plan to say it – but once I did – it seemed so right… So very much a step forward rather than just treading water, an option to make a difference, to end the endless gripes. If you don’t like it, why doncha just leave? And he DID! - Making all of us much happier If it worked for him - HEY! - it can work for all of us. So don’t waste any more time being unhappy when in just 7 easy steps you can be well on your way to being a whole lot happier! Brian Pickering

Special Announcement:TWO NEW WEBSITES

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Thu, 14 May 2009 18:57:01 +1000

After 9 years of running websites for Dog-E-Data, the national tag and photo ID service and 6+ years of Pet Talk Radio, we have now merged these two services into one called EssentialPET - www.essentialpet.com.au At the same time we have also launched the only 100% pet product and review site in Australia called naturally enough - Pet Product Reviews = www.petproductreviews.com.au

PTR #303 FEATURE STORY: Why Won't My Dogs Listen?

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 7 Apr 2009 07:59:44 +1000

"Fido come. Fido COME. FIDO C.O.M.E!!!" Sound familiar? Do you have a dog with selective hearing? Why is it you never have to call your dog when the treat bag is accidentally rustled or the toaster pops at breakfast time? We get a lot of questions at Pet Talk Radio! but most of these concern jumping, digging, barking – you know, the usual stuff! One very concerned listener wants to know why all her friends' dogs seem to listen to them, but her two Dachies don't seem to listen to her at all – to anything she says! Listen to what animal trainer Steve Austin suggests in this segment. Does your dog listen to you? Or does he or she only listen when it suits them?

PTR #302 FEATURE STORY: Ways To Cope With Wacky Weather

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 14:15:13 +1100

Australia's weather has been crazy over the past few months. Floods in Queensland, snow in Melbourne and then the tragic bushfires, then just as suddenly, another cold snap followed by a heatwave. While Pet Talk Radio! doesn't normally discuss the weather, we do when it affects our animals. It's not just cows, sheep and horses who spend their time outdoors. We have had personal experience with our own dog Cosmo – so absolutely terrified of storms to the point he just couldn't function! With plenty of animals of his own to look after, Dr Harry Cooper has experienced first-hand the strange new weather patterns. Listen as he sheds some light on what the future holds if these conditions continue

PTR #301 FEATURE STORY: Touch Your Dog The T-Touch Way!

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 15:12:19 +1100

Ever heard of an ear slide? It's one of the key techniques used in T-touch. It's actually Tellington Touch – named after its inventor Linda Tellington, who discovered she could connect with and calm nervous or aggressive animals using specific massaging motions. Sceptics claimed it was just a fancy name for acupressure or massage, but the technique has now spread to more than 26 countries of the world – including Australia – where delighted puppy parents claim it's miraculous. So does it work and can anyone perform the ear slice? Sydney practitioner Andy Robertson (who trained under Linda Tellington herself) says absolutely, while T-touching and transforming Kismet, our boisterous poodle into a wuzzy puddle.

PTR #300 FEATURE STORY: Puppy Pre-Schools - Finding A Good One - Steve Austin

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:44:56 +1100

It's back to school time... and for many young children it's also their very first time mixing with other kids, learning new things and generally finding out what they can and can't do in the world. And it's the same for your new puppy. It needs to learn 'who's the boss' as well as what it can and can't do (like don't chew on the shoes Fido!) But how can you tell a good puppy pre-school from a not so good one? Especially if you're a brand new pet parent. Animal trainer Steve Austin is this week's feature Story and gives some great tips on finding just the right place for you and your new puppy.

PTR #299 FEATURE STORY: Growly Dogs = Back Off Buddy With Australia's most popular veterinarian - Dr Harry Cooper

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 17:48:51 +1100

Part of a dog's natural behaviour is to growl. Many dog owners think their dog is aggressive because they growl. Sometimes this is the case and Dr Harry talks about that in this featured story, but generally dog to dog growling, especially at feeding time is a natural behaviour that most dogs understand the meaning of. Dogs growling at humans is an absolute no no... but knowing that a growling dog is saying 'back off or I'll bite' is certainly good to know! Young children especially can be a threat to dogs - some dogs see screaming 3 year old kids as 'aliens'... pulling their tails, shouting and running. A young child does not understand what a growl means. Once again Dr Harry has some great advice for all dog loving families.

25 November 2008 - News Now Finished - Thankyou! - Kaye Browne

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:39:08 +1100

Pet and animal news from across the globe: Created exclusively for Animal Radio (www.animalradio.com), the International Pet & Animal News is heard through the XM Radio Satellite across America every week. Read by award winning journalist Kaye Browne, you can now listen through iTunes

PTR #298 FEATURE STORY: Go Natural For Your Dog For New Year! - Dr Barbara Fougere

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:37:42 +1100

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11 November 2008 - Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:30:39 +1100

PTR #297 FEATURE STORY: Hiccup or Heart Attack? - Dr Jo Sillince

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:29:58 +1100

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25 October 2008 - Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:14:50 +1100

PTR #296 FEATURE STORY: Is it really fur? - or EXTRA kilos!!??

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:14:21 +1100

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20 October 2008 - Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 13:49:05 +1100

PTR #295 FEATURE STORY: Stretching & Heat Stress - Dr Lisa Chimes

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 13:49:02 +1100

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14 October 2008 - Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 09:10:11 +1100

PTR #294 FEATURE STORY: How To Calm A Stressed Bird - Dr Ross Perry

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 09:12:35 +1100

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20 September 2008 - Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:27:02 +1000

PTR #293 FEATURE STORY: Eye-Eye - From A-Z - Dr Barbara Fougere

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:26:59 +1000

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13 September 2008 - Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:24:17 +1000

PTR #292 FEATURE STORY: Spring Passion - One Hump or Two? - Dr Harry Cooper

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 12:46:49 +1000

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PTR #291 FEATURE STORY #2: Coping With Spring Thunderstorms - Dr Barbara Fougere

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Mon, 8 Sep 2008 15:27:50 +1000

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PTR #291 FEATURE STORY#1: Thunder Phobic Dogs - Steve Austin

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Mon, 8 Sep 2008 15:31:30 +1000

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06 September 2008 - Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Mon, 8 Sep 2008 12:35:26 +1000

PTR #290 FEATURE STORY: Fussy Cats & Introducing A Cat Into a Doggy Home! - Dr Harry

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 07:09:24 +1000

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23 Aug 2008 - Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 07:09:20 +1000

PTR #289 FEATURE STORY: Dealing With Separation Anxiety - With Steve Austin

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:05:56 +1000

Why do our pets - dogs in particular - get what is commonly known as 'Separation Anxiety'? But more importantly - how can we solve it? Of course animal trainer and featured co-host Steve Austin comes to the rescue of one listener whose Cavalier King Charles Spaniel just can't stand the thought of its owner literally leaving the room, and Steve has some unique ways to help solve this very common problem. Do you have a dog that suffers from Separation Anxiety? - we do... and badly, particularly overnight... but that could also be due to a medical condition we are aware of. So no matter what you hear on Pet Talk Radio or read on the internet - PLEASE... always see your vet for a check-up... it might just be the best money you ever spent for the health and well-being of your pet.

Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:05:41 +1000

PTR #288 FEATURE STORY: Pet Dentists - Save Your Pet's Teeth & Save You Money! - Dr Barbara Fougere

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 5 Aug 2008 12:53:55 +1000

We know now from personal experience that cleaning your pet's teeth from an early age particularly a dog's is just as important as cleaning your own teeth every day. Why?.. because dogs and cats are just as prone to tooth decay and other nasty mouth and gum problems as we are, and if not diagnosed and treated early, these problems can lead to more and more complications including tooth extraction. So how do pet dentists save you money?... Well like most medical (or mechanical problems for that matter) if the problem is found early, your overall costs are much less than if you leave it, hoping it will go away. It won't! Who better to tell us about the problem than our own vet Dr Barbara Fougere?

Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 5 Aug 2008 12:53:59 +1000

PTR #287 FEATURE STORY: Growly Dogs = Back Off Buddy With Australia's most popular veterinarian - Dr Harry Cooper

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Fri, 1 Aug 2008 09:36:09 +1000

Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Fri, 1 Aug 2008 08:26:44 +1000

PTR #286 FEATURE STORY: Bad Pets, Bad Management or Bad Owners? + BSL With Veterinary Behaviourist Dr Kersti Seksel

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:16:13 +1000

There are two issues here animals that really are bad because they're born that way and others that are bad because of their circumstances. Even with some of the country's toughest laws particularly regarding dogs people still get bitten or attacked almost every day and cat owners still leave cats out at night that wander around the neighbourhood killing local wildlife. We currently have a bunch of tom cats roaming the neighbourhood at night looking for a cute (very young) little female who is obviously on heat. A house around the corner had a sign out a few months ago "Kittens $30 each". Clearly they didn't sell them all (or de-sex them) and the consequences are now obvious. Are these 'bad pets' or simply bad owners giving the rest of us pet owners a bad name? According to expert veterinary behaviourist Dr Kersti Seksel, some animals may actually be born 'bad' (particularly dogs that have a 'bad attitude') and all the training in the world is not going to help. Australia's top veterinary behaviourist, Dr Seksel has some very interesting things to say about all this and BSL or Breed Specific Legislation (which can be heard from about 3:30mins in)

Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:49:11 +1000

PTR #285 - (video) - Major Announcement About Pet Talk Radio!

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:40:16 +1000

We're changing what we do... please take a moment to watch

PTR #285 - (audio) - Major Announcement About Pet Talk Radio!

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:40:13 +1000

We're changing what we do... please take a moment to listen

PTR #285 FEATURE STORY: Ipswich Council Replies Re Dog Bark Collars - Andrew Antoniolli

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 09:40:09 +1000

Since we aired the original story (above), Councillor Andrew Antoniolli (left) who is Chairperson of the Health & Regulation Committee (Ipswich City) contacted us and asked to appear on the show... Mr Antoniolli said "I listened to the concerns of Dr Sillince who was sceptical of the applications that these collars can be used and (she) seemed to be fixated on the very rare case that a complainant neighbour could exploit the use of the collar." "Council sees the use of the collars in a completely different light." he added. We spoke with Councillor Antoniolli to learn how these collars are really being used and what results they have had on neighbourhood barking complaints.

Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Jul 2008 11:41:54 +1000

PTR #284 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News - With Kaye & Brian

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Jul 2008 11:41:51 +1000

Thanks for joining us this week on Pet Talk Radio! As the only weekly current affairs show for pet lovers we try to bring you the very latest pet and animal issues from around the world this week we have some great stories for you! So how would you feel if your local council responded to complaints from your neighbours by putting an electronic recording collar on your pooch to keep tabs on when it barked? Well that's exactly what Ipswich Council in Queensland is doing with canine offenders. Sound a bit like Big Brother? Dr Joanne Sillince is with us to talk about these collars and the potential problems for abuse. And our first ever Pet Talk Radio! online poll after we spoke to Mark Richmond about Savannah Cats revealed around 88% of voters said Australia doesn't need Savannah Cats – but the breeders and importers of these fancy felines reckon we might be being a little unfair. Dr Jo Sillince tells us why in this week's show. As always, whether you agree or disagree with anything you hear on Pet Talk Radio! we'd love you to tell us on the Pet Talk Radio! Forum! You'll hear the latest animal news from across Australia and around the world in this segment (Seg 1) as Kaye tells us about the latest attire for the UK's police sniffer dogs, Australia's deadliest animals AND – some unusual stowaways after a UK couples' overseas holiday! We hope you enjoy this week's Pet Talk Radio! Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!

PTR #284 Segment 2/5 - Should 'Big Brother' Be Watching Our Dogs? - Dr Jo Sillince

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Jul 2008 11:41:48 +1000

Ipswich City Council in Queensland is trialling a new kind of electronic surveillance collar for noisy dogs. Sounds like a great idea but could the system be abused? In Segment 2

PTR #284 Segment 3/5 - How Not To Cook Your Bird & Feeding Wild Birds - Dr Ross Perry

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Jul 2008 11:41:45 +1000

Dr Ross Perry is back with some tips on making sure your bird is warmed through but not cooked. Especially as the days are a little cooler right now… And Dr Ross reveals his personal secret about wild birds. In Segment 3

PTR #284 Segment 4/5 - Groanless Grooming! - Christine Speerin

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Jul 2008 11:41:43 +1000

If you’re one of those people who don’t like groomers because you think they drug the dogs or they’re a bit rough with them, think again. Grooming has come a long way in Australia thanks to people like Master Groomer – Christine Speerin. Christine joins us to talk about the latest trends in grooming, plus she has some basic tips for all dogs owners you should not miss. In Segment 4

PTR #284 Segment 5/5 - Bad Wrap for Savannah Cats? - Dr Jo Sillince

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Jul 2008 11:41:39 +1000

We interviewed conservationist Mark Richmond two weeks ago about concerns the new ‘super sized pussy’ the Savannah cat might pose some environmental problems if they ever escaped. But owners and breeders think we’ve got it wrong. Dr Jo Sillince joins us live to look at the other side of the story. Hear this in Segment 5

About Our New Pet Specific Channels

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:31:40 +1000

Hi everyone, Thank you for the feedback on our newly re-designed ‘look’! Now we’re working on the sound - or more specifically -the ‘content’ that we bring you every week. Life would be pretty boring if we stayed the same all our lives. The same goes for Pet Talk Radio! which is why we constantly look for ways to make it better. Make it more fun, more educational and more topical, in short make the stories we do more relevant to pet lovers everywhere. We used to describe the program as 'the show for people with more than a passing interest in pets'. While that's still very true, we think our contributors and listeners have helped evolve Pet Talk Radio! into a more important role as; 'The Only Weekly Current Affairs Show For Pet Owners...' What do you think? - Don’t worry we’re not about to axe all the great experts who come on the show to help us with finding ways to control our barking/digging/jumping dogs or our scratching/spraying/crying pussy-cats or cranky/biting/feather-plucking birds or... any of the species we regularly talk about! But there are many more stories or issues that are important to pet owners and pet lovers that barely rate a mention in mainstream media. That’s why we’ve developed a new moderated 'pets only forum' where you can tell us - and the world exactly what you think about the topics on our show and on matters of wider importance to people and pets, such as the current pet rental crisis in Queensland or the proposed changes to where pets can be bought. Things that will ultimately affect all pet owners across the country . We think it’s important to know what’s happening in pet communities around the country – and indeed around the world which is why we now have correspondents in the USA, UK & Europe and in every capital city in Australia. Tell us what you think - Comment on current stories... If it's about animals - and domestic pets in particular, you'll hear about it on Pet Talk Radio! And, more importantly – you can have your say and discuss it through our new forum - www.Forum.PetTalkRadio.com.au Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!

PTR #283 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News + DOGSLife Sponsorship - With Kaye & Brian

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:31:36 +1000

Thanks for joining us again on Pet Talk Radio! We have a very special show for you this week – well, they’re all special really – but this is a special show because it’s the first show of our partnership with Dogs Life Magazine – Australia’s number one magazine for dog lovers… It’s a pretty special occasion for us and community radio too because it’s the first time to our knowledge that a national radio show about animals and pets has joined forces with a national publication of any kind really to spread the word about each other. Dogs Life is published by Universal Magazines which is Australia’s biggest niche magazine publisher. Actually Dogs Life is recognised as being the number one magazine for dogs and dog lovers in Australia and New Zealand with around 90,000 readers. And each issue of the bi-monthly magazine will feature stories that we’ll also broadcast on this radio show. How cool is that?! – of course this doesn’t mean we’re going to forget all you cat, horse, fish or reptile owners or even owners of pocket pets… far from it… But for this week – it’s dogs, dogs and more dogs… If you would like to share your views on anything you read in Dogs Life magazine or hear on our show you can go to our Pet Talk Radio! Forum and tell us what you think. And Australia's only Pet & Animal news bulletin is brought to you every week by Kaye which you can hear in this segment (Seg 1), including stories about a thirsty croc's visit to the local pub, and some real 'jail birds'! We hope you enjoy this special dogs only edition of Pet Talk Radio! proudly sponsored by Dogs Life Magazine! Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!

PTR #283 Segment 2/5 - Solving Itchy Skin Woes! - Dr Joanna Milne

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:31:33 +1000

Dogs scratch for all sorts of reasons but you might be surprised to learn that there are five common everyday foods you may be feeding your dog that cause it to itch. Dr Joanna Milne from All Natural Vet Care is with us this week... Joanna is passionate about what we feed our pets and joins us with her top nutritional tips plus some unique ways of keeping fleas at bay that may even work for cats!

PTR #283 Segment 3/5 - Dogs On Beds + 'WIN' A Kramar Designer Doggy Day Bed

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:31:29 +1000

Dogs sleeping on beds really is a contentious issue the behaviourists say NO but most dog owners say SURE! Why not? Dr Harry Cooper and Steve Austin join us for a little bedroom romp with Rover – and we have a beautiful designer doggy day bed to be won by a lucky PTR listener.

PTR #283 Segment 4/5 - Banish Baaaad Breath - Dr Joanne Sillince

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:31:25 +1000

‘Halitosis Hounds’ - you’ve heard the expression ‘dog breath’ ? well is it coming from the mouth or somewhere further south?... we’ll have a moment of silence too for all the vets and vet nurses that have to deal with this rather smelly problem every day and some tips on making your pooch kissable once more! In Segment 4

PTR #283 Segment 5/5 - Listener Corrects Dr Harry!

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Jul 2008 09:31:22 +1000

It's not very often Dr Harry Cooper gets it wrong, but it seems he did last week. We speak with a very keen listener and big Dr Harry fan who wrote to us with photographic proof that Dr Harry was wrong in what he said last week about greyhounds what could it be? Listen to this segment to find out.

Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:39:28 +1000

PTR #282 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News + Paris Hilton Refused Pet - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:39:26 +1000

Thanks for joining us again... or if it's your first time here – welcome to Pet Talk Radio! We received a huge response to last week's 'Who Created Death Row?' story. Thank you for taking the time to go to our website and read our article on the issue of unwanted and lost pets in Australia. We’d especially like to thank those people who say that they’ve taken a renewed interest in the issue as a result of the facts in our article. Some say they can now see that pet shops are an obvious target – whereas the causes of the problem are much more complicated and require a wider range of solutions. Some of you disagree completely with our view of the situation… and that’s OK too… because that’s your right. We live in a democracy. Our aim is to bring as much information into the debate as possible.

PTR #282 Segment 2/5 - Do We Really Need Savannah Cats? - Mark Richmond

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:39:23 +1000

Fanciers of a new breed called the Savannah say it’s not only super large – about half the size of a kelpie – but also super friendly despite its ancestors being half wild. But native wildlife specialists reckon our laws are full of loopholes – and importing a giant moggy breed is a time-bomb which will decimate our unique animals. In Segment 2

PTR #282 Segment 3/5 - Puppy Power - Michelle Shanson - PLUS.... Pound Dog Day

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:39:20 +1000

They melt our hearts and pee on the floor but we still can't resist them. But how do you go about picking a puppy that will suit you? And what happens next? It's a global dilemma – which is why our UK correspondent, the Veterinary Blonde has come up with a foolproof e-book to make life easier. In Segment 3 PLUS..... Pound Dog Day A group called Dogs Across Australia is creating awareness of all dogs in pounds and rescue shelters and wants everyone to show their support for Pound Dog Day by wearing ribbons with brightly coloured dots. Hear all about this great idea in Segment 3 as well

PTR #282 Segment 4/5 - Timid Rescue Dogs and No Kill Shelters - Steve Austin

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:39:17 +1000

Animal Trainer Steve Austin answers a listener question about her timid rescue greyhound and looks at No Kill shelters – can they really work? In Segment 4

PTR #282 Segment 5/5 - Listener Questions & Meet Dr Harry in Person!

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:39:14 +1000

Dr Harry Cooper answers our listeners' desperate pleas for help for their cats and dogs, including how NOT to teach your bird to talk! And you won't believe your ears when Harry introduces our latest competition which will enable some lucky listener to join Dr Harry and us live – for a day they'll never forget! Hear this in Segment 5

Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:50:01 +1000

PTR #281 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News + Bird Poo Facials?? - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:49:58 +1000

In this week’s show we’ll certainly be taking a look at the recent story on Chan 9’s SUNDAY program about ‘Death Row Pets’. We won’t be labouring the point but we do think they missed a vital component in the whole equation of why so many animals are surrendered or dumped each year. Of course that’s pretty easy to do when impetus behind that story is little lop-sided shall we say? Anyway it’s not all heavy as you’ll soon discover shortly this week… Also this week: How Can You Tell If Your Pet Is Unwell? Dr Jo Sillince has children and pets and will attempt to point out the differences in diagnosing both! We re-launch our Dog Poo competition with a ‘twist’ - America’s #1 show for pet lovers Animal Radio has thrown down the gauntlet with a challenge - it’s the international Poo-lympics Whose Poo Is Best?... Australia Vs the USA that’s a lot of fun and later in the show.. Also this week what’s happening in the UK?... The Veterinary Blonde Michelle Shanson is back with some strange news Dogs are to be banned from the famous British ‘B&B’ the Bed & Breakfast But why?... stay tuned, all that and more including a pig scared of mud but first don't forget our own miss piggy whose not scared of anything, KB with all the latest pet news.

PTR #281 Segment 2/5 - How Can You Tell If Your Pet Is Unwell? - Dr Jo Sillince

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:49:56 +1000

When people feel unwell we usually take a day or two off work, or stop doing our normal routine and hop into bed to recover. If the symptoms persist we’ll often ‘self medicate’ and take some easily available medicines for that chesty cough, headache or ‘funny tummy’. But when a potentially major health issue occurs like blinding headaches or tingling fingers or toes – most people know it’s time to go the doctor for a check-up. So how do we know when our pets are sick? Most listeners will know we had to have our eldest poodle Cosmo put to sleep recently. But did we miss some vital signals in the 12 months prior that might just have helped him in some small way? He certainly got the very best veterinary treatment no doubt about that but did we leave the veterinary diagnosis longer than needed?

PTR #281 Segment 3/5 - UK Report: Crazy New Animal Laws - The Veterinary Blonde - aka Michelle Shanson

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:49:53 +1000

Despite being the home of 'the establishment' - the UK has always been a little on the radical side too. New laws such as the first two items in this story are scary! * Bed & Breakfasts to be banned from having ‘family dogs’ * OK to keep wild animals as pets without being checked (tigers/lions etc) * A pig suffering from ‘phobia of mud?’ Michelle's website is www.veterinaryblonde.com

PTR #281 Segment 4/5 - Who Created Death Row? - Brian & Kay + Dr Jo Sillince

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:49:50 +1000

Read our article here: http://www.pettalkradio.com.au/content/view/363/122/ This is NOT controversial - well not meant to be - it is just our commentary on what is being touted as 'Death Row'

PTR #281 Segment 5/5 - The 'Poo-lympics' Australia Vs USA

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 10:49:47 +1000

Hal and Judy join PTR in the ‘search for the best dog poo’. Do Aussie dog poo better than their USA cousins? A bit of light-hearted fun... remember that? :-)

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 19:18:32 +1000

PTR #280 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News + OUCH! - A Snake Bit My Private Parts! - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 19:18:30 +1000

Great to have you join us again on Pet Talk Radio! As the only weekly current affairs for pet lovers we try to bring you a variety of interesting stories each week – and this show is no exception. This week the 'battle of the sexes' revs up on Pet Talk Radio! Can a woman train a dog as well as a man? We are joined by a very talented lady who thinks they can. She has been training an amazing dog for a great cause. All cats lick themselves, the problem is that leads to the rather unpleasant issue of hair-balls!! Yuck! Ever wondered what to do when your cat is having trouble coughing up a hair-ball? Dr Harry is back in his finest story-telling form to tell us about how to deal with this tricky problem. Breeding dogs is easy, right? Wrong!! Our Associate Producer Wendy Herne is also a registered cocker spaniel breeder. Wendy's dog Brianna is a bit confused at the moment, she thinks she's had puppies! Wendy wishes that was the case, but sadly for everyone concerned, especially Brianna, there are no puppies. Wendy joins us to talk about false pregnancies in dogs, and just what it takes to breed a good quality litter. There's much more for you in this week's show so we hope you get a few moments to listen to all our stories. Just scroll down the page to play each story. Of course don't forget this segment where you'll hear the internationally-famous news reader Kaye Browne with all the latest pet news! Don't forget to visit our new forum. www.Forum.PetTalkRadio.com.au We'll add relevant topics each week and we would love your feedback. Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!

PTR #280 Segment 2/5 - Kelpie Cure for Depression - Jackie Merchant

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 19:18:27 +1000

Each year in a small town called Casterton, about 4 hours west of Melbourne – they hold the 'Casterton Kelpie Muster'. This is a really popular event where kelpie breeders get to show off their dogs’ skills as working dogs and also where farmers can source new dogs to help them in their never-ending work. But this year is a little different. This year a young dog – just 11 months old – named Beloka Red II, is competing with… wait for it…. a female handler!! Actually there’s nothing really unusual about that – except that this lady is a graphic artist by trade and has taken on a fun ‘dare’ for a serious outcome - depression. Jackie Merchant from Tasmania has helped raise and train Red and intends to auction him off with all the proceeds going to Beyond Blue – the national organisation that assists those dealing with depression – like many of the farmers in our currently drought-stricken country. Will she raise the $3,000 plus she hopes to get for Beloka Red II? – And just as important, will she be able to say goodbye to him when the auctioneer's hammer falls for the third and final time? Website: Beyond Blue Forum Topic: Working dogs – Can a woman train one as well as a man? What do you think?

PTR #280 Segment 3/5 - Dr Harry Hacks Up a Hair-Ball! - Dr Harry Cooper

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 19:18:24 +1000

Dr Harry Cooper loves cats...... in fact he is a breeder of champion Burmese so he knows a little bit about them. Of course Dr Harry is also a great story-teller and he has some terrific information in this story for all cat owners, including how to help move those fur balls through the cat's system more easily…. Warning: If you’re eating as you listen to this segment you might just want to put your food down for a moment! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also in this segment... Beating Doggy Boredom So many people get a dog, have fun with it for a while then leave it in the backyard all day by itself while they go off to work. These same people then wonder why Fido has been fretting all day or Fifi has started digging holes and climbing fences. In this story Dr Harry reveals a little trick to help beat doggy boredom that didn’t come from a dog trainer or animal behaviourist – it’s a trick that the dogs themselves revealed as part of their behaviour as a pack. Forum Topics: Hairballs & Cats - Yuck! and How Did You Cure Your Dog's Boredom?

PTR #280 Segment 4/5 - Hey Lassie... Is Timmy Still in the Well? - Jon Provost (aka Timmy)

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 19:18:22 +1000

You know it’s ok to admit that you were a 'Lassie' fan… yes, it did start in 1954 and yes, many of our listeners probably don’t want to admit that they watched it as soon as it started on Aussie TV around 1956. But did you know Lassie actually ran for 20 years – until 1974? Our US partners at Animal Radio must have a great contact book because they recently caught up with young ‘Timmy’ of Lassie fame, Jon Provost to see if he ever did really fall down a well. Listen to this segment and then share your memories of the 'Lassie' TV show on our Pet Talk Radio Listener Forum. Website: Animal Radio™ Forum Topic: Memories of 'Lassie'

PTR #280 Segment 5/5 - What! - You Mean I'm NOT Pregnant? - Wendy Herne

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 19:18:19 +1000

When our Associate Producer Wendy Herne told us that her beautiful cocker spaniel Brianna was no longer pregnant, that she was having a ‘phantom pregnancy’ we simply thought – "oh well, try again in 6 months time." What we didn’t realise though was how big a disappointment this was for Wendy and her entire family, and how it affected Brianna. Professional, responsible breeding is a lot of expensive hard work. Certainly Wendy doesn’t do it for the money. She clearly wants to produce the best dogs she can so the breed will continue well into the future. But as ‘non-breeders’ ourselves, we had no idea what is involved in getting things ‘just right’. Wendy tells us what is involved with responsible breeding and how Brianna has handled her false pregnancy. Forum Topic: Breeding Woes - Getting It Right!

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:14:32 +1000

PTR #279 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News + OUCH! - A Snake Bit My Private Parts! - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:14:29 +1000

G'day I'm Kaye Browne and this is Monet... looks pretty spoilt right? - I think he would love Dr Gaille Perry's concept of 'puppy leave' - that's leave taken when you get a new puppy! That's just one of the interesting stories we have for you this week. Of course the big one is Dr Harry talking about one of the possible major causes of hyperthyroidism - fish! Along with elevated effects in cats, humans - mainly the Japanese are also succumbing. What's causing this? Dr Harry's story is well worth a listen. And I do hope you'll listen to our Animal True or False story this week... it's a bit of fun and will test your knowledge on things like 'cats always land on their feet' - 'a dog's mouth is a natural antiseptic' - and 'butter on a kitten's paws stops it from roaming'. And there's much more for you in this week's show so I hope you get a few moments to listen to all our stories. Just scroll down the page to play each story. Of course don't forget this segment - that's where I get to read all the latest pet news! By the way... have you joined our new Pet Talk Radio! Forum yet? Each week we receive phone calls and emails from listeners from around the world commenting on some aspect of the show. That’s why we’ve developed our new moderated 'pets only forum' where you can tell us and other forum members around the world exactly what you think about the topics on our show – and on matters of wider importance to people and pets. Things that will ultimately affect all pet owners across the country. Each week on the website you'll find links to the forum so you can tell us what you think. It's as easy as clicking on the link and then signing up. If it's about animals - and domestic pets in particular, you'll hear about it on Pet Talk Radio! And, more importantly you can have your say and discuss it through our new forum - www.Forum.PetTalkRadio.com.au Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!

PTR #279 Segment 2/5 - Maternity Leave? Try Puppy Leave! - Dr Gaille Perry

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:14:26 +1000

There are 3 stories in this segment - all absolutely fascinating! Story #1 - Puppy Leave Any listeners who have had to take maternity leave or who knows someone who has might want to listen closely to this story - because 'puppy leave' might be the thing you need most when you get your next new dog! Imagine asking your boss for that, but it seems 24/7 attention might be just the thing for future peace and happiness in the home. Forum Topic: www.forum.pettalkradio.com.au Puppy Leave...What Would Your Boss Say? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Story #2 - BSL Reversed In Germany Dr Gaille Perry also tells us about some of the incredible research into animal behaviour that is actually helping decrease the incidence of dog bites, dog aggression and other behavioural problems. And in an amazing about-face, Germany has apparently reversed its BSL or Breed Specific Legislation because of some of this new research. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Story #3 - Leave Pups With Mum Longer Dr Perry also talks about puppies which have been separated from their mothers prematurely and adopted from shelters being more likely to develop undesirable behaviours.. Dr Gaille Perry is from the Sydney Animal Behaviour Service.

PTR #279 Segment 3/5 - Animal True Or False - Dr Debbie White

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:14:23 +1000

Do you love a good quiz? Brian loves one when he wins!! Our American pet radio partners Hal Abrams & Judy Francis from Animal Radio - yes the same show Kaye reads the international pet news for - decided to ask their resident vet Dr Debbie White, to test them out on some basic pet-related myths, basically Animal True or False. Listen to this segment to see how they went and also to hear some questions of our own! Website: Animal Radio.com

PTR #279 Segment 4/5 - Celebrities Spruking Animal Rights? - Dr Pauleen Bennett

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:14:20 +1000

At the recent national conference of the Australian Veterinary Association in Perth, Dr Pauline Bennett spoke about the fact that animal welfare debates often take place in the general community without logical thinking, relevant data and the considered opinion of experts. She believes debates are driven by lobby groups and celebrities who are not always given adequate information about the issue with subsequent legislation having the potential to be flawed. Listen to this segment and then tell us on our Pet Talk Radio Listener Forum what you think of celebrities promoting the animal welfare cause.

PTR #279 Segment 5/5 - Beware: Cats Addicted To Fish! - Dr Harry Cooper

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:14:17 +1000

Does your cat love eating fish? OK don't be alarmed... but do be aware, because Dr Harry has some interesting stuff to tell anyone whose cat eats mostly fish. We were actually chatting with the good Dr Harry about pet obesity and how it leads to pets being diabetic ... a story we'll look at soon... but Harry's own research and a conference he attended in the USA recently revealed some rather frightening stuff! Listen to this segment to find out all about it!

PTR #279 - Dogs Life Magazine - May/June + Introducing New Editor - Tim Falk

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 3 Jun 2008 10:14:14 +1000

We've had a long association with Dogs Life Magazine. Editor Nadia Crighton (left to start a familay), then editor Caroline Zambrano (left to spend more time with her young family)...we miss you both!!. Of course they were both very capable professionals who took the magazine to its deserved spot as the #1 magazine for Aussie dog lovers. Now, the magazine has a brand new editor - a likeable bloke by the name of Tim Falk. In this special 'PTR web segment' Tim gives us an insight into not only his background but also the May/June issue of Dogs Life Magazine. From us and all our listeners Tim - welcome to Pet Talk Radio! and we trust you settle into the the very challenging job of Dogs Life Magazine Editor.

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 27 May 2008 10:02:21 +1000

PTR #278 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News + Hi-Tech Health Care: - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 27 May 2008 10:02:18 +1000

Also In This Segment: Hi -Tech Help For Our Pets - Assoc. Prof. Geraldine Hunt You've all heard the one about the lady who took her pet to the vet for a cat scan... and came home with the lab results! (or words to that effect) Well now it's a reality. Hi-tech health care is no longer just for people, now our pets can enjoy the same level of sophistication available to us. Kaye checked out the brand new $2.3 million facility at the University of Sydney’s Canine Teaching Hospital today and spoke with Associate Professor Geraldine Hunt what this new facility means for Aussie pets and their owners.

PTR #278 Segment 2/5 - Noisy Miners As Pets? -Shak Ahmed, a true listener story

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 27 May 2008 10:02:14 +1000

A South Australian listener - Shak Ahmed - posed this question to us: "Why is that you can keep many varieties of cats, but not so many varieties of native birds, where the justification is that the birds cause damage to the environment?" Shak reckons cats (who he also loves) cause far more decimation than his birds would even if they did somehow get loose. Another issue 'stuck in Shak's craw' are the laws that prevent him from moving to Victoria with his Noisy Miner birds, even though they're already present there in mass quantities and even though his birds are all male.

PTR #278 Segment 3/5 - Bad, Sad & Mad - The Human Side Of Animal Abuse & Neglect Dr Pauline Bennett

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 27 May 2008 10:02:10 +1000

Animal abuse and neglect is a lot more complex than people who are ‘bad’ being cruel to animals. Some people who mistreat animals may in fact be mentally ill. Animal hoarders for example appear to have a reckless disregard for the conditions under which their animals are living but most display an inability to recognise the problem. The third category includes people who abuse animals for entertainment such as dog and cock fights and hunting. According to Dr Pauline Bennett prevention of cruelty and neglect to animals is also complex, requiring approaches from legislation and enforcement through to humane education and mental health initiatives. She say's one study had found hoarders can be so attached to their animals that they are unable to part with them, even when they have passed away.

PTR #278 Segment 4/5 - Crates, Safety Zones & Finding A Good Trainer - Terry Ryan

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 27 May 2008 10:02:06 +1000

There are three short stories in this segment: 1) Crate Training Japanese Style A very funny story from internationally renown dog trainer Terry Ryan about how the language barrier can sometimes get in the way of communicating the right message! Along with the fun of this story it also has a terrific idea about getting a dog used to its crate*. (See side notes below) 2) Safety Zones, Timeout For Dogs and Kids We recorded over 18 hours of Terry Ryan when she spoke to some of Australia's finest dog trainers. We liked some of the novel ideas Terry uses to ensure better behaved dogs and ultimately better behaved kids!. A safety zone is one way this can be achieved. 3) What Makes A Good Dog Trainer? We get asked this question quite a lot and it's one that can be difficult to answer because there are so many different training methods and styles. But Terry Ryan has made it simple - even for us! Forum Topic: What Makes A Good Dog Trainer? Website: Legacy Canine Behaviour Training * About Crates: We'll have more stories on crate training soon with Dr Harry. But have you ever wondered about the real use of crates? People often see them for the first time at dog or cat shows. They are just a portable 'den' really. A great way for your pet to have it's own space for a short period of time - like travelling to the vet, or on holidays while you pack the car to go home. And as long as they are introduced to them at an early age, you'll have no problems later on and your pet will thank you for their own 'special place' they can go to anywhere, anytime.

PTR #278 Segment 5/5 - The Art Of Poo - Michelle Lang - a true listener story

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 27 May 2008 10:02:03 +1000

Is this the only radio show on the planet that dares to talks about poo? Probably! Now don't be too hasty drawing conclusion about this segment because we have two stories and a simple competition. In the first part we discover what possessed dental technician Michelle Lang to want to create ‘art’ in the shape of the stuff most people usually only want to get rid of? Listen carefully because the answer to the question we'll ask is in this story! Listeners in the greater Sydney area have a chance to win some free 'poop scoopin’ time with Michelle's brand new business called ‘Poo Patrol’. Listeners elsewhere in AU can win a piece of Michelle's poo art. In the second part of this story Michelle reveals what motivated her to start such a 'crappy' business. As Michelle's grandmother used to say "there's money in muck dear!" Website: Poo Patrol or call them on 0406 139 833 ENTER OUR COMPETITION Hint: Question and answer in this segment!! Call (02)8212 3918 or e-mail your answer to producers@pettalkradio.com.au Tell us the answer, first name phone number and postcode Good Luck - winners announced in 3 weeks time

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 20 May 2008 09:13:01 +1000

PTR #277 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 20 May 2008 09:12:59 +1000

In The Pet News.... * A convicted dog hoarder who fled the law in South Australia has been arrested in far western Victoria with about 100 dogs in her possession. * More than 80 giant pandas at China's most famous panda park, the Wolong centre are reported to have escaped injury in the huge earthquake that has devastated Sichuan. * In California, A happy ending for a stolen ex-shelter-dog called Buddy who was found 750 miles from home… by his micro-chip. * A British woman says she now believes in animal psychics after Pea Horsley described the exact location of her lost and trapped Jack Russell Terrier. * A British insurance company has put together a list of the dog breeds people spend the most money on – turns out the big bucks go on the littlest dog - Chihuahuas. Plus: UK Report: Pet Dumping On The Rise - The Veterinary Blonde UK Report: Compulsory Pet Licence Test in Switzerland Pain Relief Thanks To Our Platypus - Camilla Whittington Help! - My Dogs Won't Listen To Me - Steve Austin Featured Story This Week: Part 1 - Vale: Cosmo - A Tribute To Our Boy & Vets Everywhere - Dr Harry Part 2 - Always Have Room For One Animal In Your Life - Dr Harry !

PTR #277 Segment 2/5 - Why Won’t My Dogs Listen To Me? - Steve Austin

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 20 May 2008 09:12:56 +1000

Dog training... Sounds easy enough right? You just say Fido come!... GOOD BOY!! and then you give Fido or Fifi a pat on the head or a treat and training is as good as in the bag right? WRONG!!.. We get asked so many times how can I get my dog to listen to me? so this week animal trainer Steve Austin comes to your rescue.

PTR #277 Segment 3/5 - Pain Relief: Thanks To Our Platypus - Camilla Whittington

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 20 May 2008 09:12:54 +1000

It’s got a bill, but it doesn’t quack, it lays eggs but it's not a chook and it makes venom but it's not a snake. So what is this strange creature? It’s… the Platypus! And thanks to a team of 3 researchers at Sydney University’s school of veterinary science – the weird looking platypus is going to play a part in improving all our futures. We spoke with PhD student Camilla Whittington – one of just a handful of very clever young people making our future better, one teensy chromosome at a time. Website: http://www.aussmc.org/Platypus_genome.php

PTR #277 Segment 4/5 - Vale: Cosmo - A Tribute To Our Boy & Vets Everywhere - Dr Harry

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 20 May 2008 09:12:51 +1000

We can choose not to think about it but unfortunately death comes to us all one day - human and animal. And sadly our precious pets just don’t live as long as we do. We’ve been prompted to talk about this having only recently lost our beautiful boy Cosmo. But there’s a much bigger tale to tell and it’s about the veterinarians everywhere that have to help animals die on an almost daily basis. Your vet our vet, even Dr Harry Cooper. This is a very special tribute to all those veterinarians and vet nurses who have to look an animal in the eye as they help its life slip away. This is an extremely emotional story: We recommend a quiet spot to listen and if you have your own pet nearby give them a hug from all of us. Discuss Part 2 of this story continues in the next segment... By the way if you couldn’t quite hear what Harry was saying near the end of this piece it was "I believe there is a God who sees every sparrow fall"

PTR #277 Segment 5/5 - Always Have Room In Your Life For One Animal - Dr Harry

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 20 May 2008 09:12:48 +1000

We hope you managed to listen to the previous segment. It’s very emotional we’d agree but a very important story. To quote author Robert Frost: In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: It goes on. So true and this segment does move us forward summing up the loss of our best friends, why we need to grieve why we should all share our pain and then move on. Most importantly though is what you’re about to hear from Dr Harry. An incredibly uplifting analogy about always having room for at least one animal in your life. If you’ve managed to listen to both these stories (segment 4 above and this) thankyou. If you’ve recently lost a pet or had to have one put to sleep we share your grief and hopefully knowing you’re not alone with those feelings will be a comfort.

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:24:50 +1000

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:24:45 +1000

PTR #276 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:24:43 +1000

In The Pet News.... * Police and pet owners on Sydney’s northern beaches are on the lookout for a callous criminal who’s leaving sausages laced with splinters of glass around the streets of Allambie Heights. * A swimmer has escaped certain death off a West Australian beach by poking a white pointer shark in the eye. * A south Australian couple found guilty of animal cruelty are on the run from authorities in South Australia with up to 100 dogs in a trailer. * A biologist has suggested a controversial plan to protect native animals from cane toads – send in young cane toads ahead of the main invasion. Plus: Glucosamine - Pain-Relief Friend.... Or Fraud? - Dr Barbara Fougere Horses: They Don't Just Eat Grass! - Dr Nerida Richards Steve Austin Answers Listener Questions Dr Harry's Tips for Travelling with Pets - Even Birds! Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!

PTR #276 Segment 2/5 - Glucosamine: Pain-Relief Friend Or Fraud...

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:24:40 +1000

Creaky joints and the pain that comes with them are a fact of life. In recent years, many people have sworn they were helped by taking an alternative treatment glucosamine but the latest Choice magazine research reckons the pain relief is all in our heads. The consumer group reviewed all available scientific reports and concluded there wasn’t as much evidence as previously thought about glucosamine’s benefits. So we thought we’d ask an independent expert who’s done extensive research into both traditional and complementary therapies and has seen first hand their effects on her animal patients – Dr Barbara Fougere from All Natural Vet Care.

PTR #276 Segment 3/5 - Horses: They Don't Just Eat Grass You Know! - Dr Nerida Richards

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:24:37 +1000

If you’re a fan of Mr Ed on TV we think it might still be running on Foxtel then you’ve probably got a somewhat warped picture of how horses live. No.1 they don’t talk not in English anyway - but their body condition and mental health speak volumes about how good their diet is. Until we spoke with horse nutrition expert Dr Nerida Richards we didn’t know how complicated it is to get horse nutrition just right. There are definite skills that need to be learnt which is partly why a very specialised group of horse experts are flying into NSW to give a seminar on May 25th on a whole range of horse health subjects. Even if you don't have a horse yourself this is a great story - and who knows... you'll be able to show-off your knowledge to all your 'horsie friends' at that next BBQ!

PTR #276 Segment 4/5 - Steve Austin Answers Listener Questions

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:24:34 +1000

Sometimes we all need reminding of the basics like how to stop dogs jumping up on visitors or humping other animals other times we just need a good laugh! Kaye caught up with our old mate animal trainer Steve Austin for a dose of both… and she learnt a little about the Belgian Malinois at the same time.

PTR #276 Segment 5/5 - Dr Harry's Top Tips For Travelling With Pets (even birds!) - Dr Harry Cooper

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:24:31 +1000

The June long weekend is just around the corner but whether you’re planning to get away then or later this year and intend taking your pets with you, this next story might just have some good advice for you. And how many people take their pet birds with them?.. In this segment we chat with Dr Harry about travelling with pets generally and were very surprised to learn it’s easier to take a bird than a cat! Got a tip for travelling with your pets?.. tell us on our new forum www.Forum.PetTalkRadio.com.au and there’s more tips for caravanners on the pet travel channel with Garth Morrison www.travel.pettalkradio.com.au proudly sponsored by www.GoSeeAustralia.com.au

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 6 May 2008 14:52:08 +1000

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 6 May 2008 14:52:05 +1000

PTR #275 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 6 May 2008 14:52:02 +1000

Hi everyone, Thank you for the feedback on our newly re-designed ‘look’! Now we’re working on the sound – or more specifically -the ‘content’ that we bring you every week. Life would be pretty boring if we stayed the same all our lives. The same goes for Pet Talk Radio! – which is why we constantly look for ways to make it better. Make it more fun, more educational and more topical, in short make the stories we do more relevant to pet lovers everywhere. We used to describe the program as 'the show for people with more than a passing interest in pets'. While that's still very true, we think our contributors and listeners have helped evolve Pet Talk Radio! into a more important role as; 'The Only Weekly Current Affairs Show For Pet Owners...' What do you think? - Don’t worry we’re not about to axe all the great experts who come on the show to help us with finding ways to control our barking/digging/jumping dogs or our scratching/spraying/crying pussy-cats or cranky/biting/feather-plucking birds or... any of the species we regularly talk about! But there are many more stories or issues that are important to pet owners and pet lovers that barely rate a mention in mainstream media. That’s why we’ve developed a new moderated 'pets only forum' where you can tell us - and the world – exactly what you think about the topics on our show and on matters of wider importance to people and pets, such as the current pet rental crisis in Queensland or the proposed changes to where pets can be bought. Things that will ultimately affect all pet owners across the country . We think it’s important to know what’s happening in pet communities around the country – and indeed around the world which is why we now have correspondents in the USA, UK & Europe and in every capital city in Australia. Tell us what you think - Comment on current stories... If it's about animals - and domestic pets in particular, you'll hear about it on Pet Talk Radio! And, more importantly you can have your say and discuss it through our new forum - www.Forum.PetTalkRadio.com.au Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!

PTR #275 Segment 2/5 - Porky Pet Volunteers Needed - Vanessa Rohlf

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 6 May 2008 14:52:00 +1000

Did you know Australia is leading the world in research into pet obesity? It’s true but this groundbreaking research is looking at ways to help the parents of 'porky pets' to fix the problem and volunteers are needed to help the research team. Regular PTR listener and Monash University lecturer Vanessa Rohlf contacted us after last week's UK Report: Pets Predisposed To Obesity? (scroll to Seg5) to tell us of her work and put the word out she is looking for volunteers in the Melbourne area. So what’s involved in being a volunteer? A three month health promotion program. This program is designed to help owners feed and exercise their dogs so that they may achieve ideal body condition and live longer, healthier and happier lives. - Individuals who own a dog that they suspect may be overweight - Dogs must over 1 year of age - Owners must be over 18 What's required? A before and after short survey, plus a food and exercise log book. Attend one 90 minute training session. Topics include: 'how to determine body condition in dogs' 'the benefits of ideal body condition, exercise and nutrition' and problem solving of common issues associated with feeding and exercising the dog.' Note: Some participants may be allocated to a control group and will therefore not be required to attend training. Contact Vanessa directly on 0419 322451 or e-mail vanessa.rohlf@med.monash.edu.au

PTR #275 Segment 3/5 - Reptiles Really Do Rule! - Nicholas Schilko, Nowra Wildlife Park

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 6 May 2008 14:51:57 +1000

If we are to believe the experts exotic animals such as lizards snakes and frogs are now so popular as pets, that in a few years they’ll outnumber dogs and cats. Regular listeners will know that as far as Kaye’s concerned, her idea of a great reptile is one that’s a very long way away from her (watch 'Snake News' on www.youtube.com/PetTalkRadio to get the idea), especially after we went along to the biggest event on the reptile calendar - the 2008 Frog and Reptile Show at Castle Hill in Sydney. This incredibly professional and highly organised reptile expo (put on by no less than reptile guru Anthony Stimpson) saw thousands of people checking out everything from exotic snakes and lizards to frill neck friendly furniture! Plus a live 4 metre crocodile was happily basking in a large portable tank. So how’d he get there? We tracked down his owner and trainer - Nowra Wildlife Park’s Nicholas Schilko.

PTR #275 Segment 4/5 - Rental Crisis For Pet Owners - Michael Beattie RSPCA QLD

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 6 May 2008 14:51:54 +1000

What would you do if your landlord said you couldn’t stay because you have a pet? Move?... to the pavement perhaps like this dog owner? Well unfortunately it’s no longer that simple. The shortage in the rental property market right across the country means that not only prices are going up but people with pets are being forced out. The end result is that dozens of pets are being surrendered to charity groups so that their human families can find a home. The crisis is worst in Queensland scores of families are being told to get rid of their pets or sleep on the street. We spoke with RSPCA Media spokesman Michael Beattie. Read Forum Topic: www.Forum.pettalkradio.com.au

PTR #275 Segment 5/5 - How Animals Mark Their Territory + Camel Joke - Dr Harry Cooper

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 6 May 2008 14:51:52 +1000

Our good friend, Dr Harry Cooper has just added another award to his already impressive list of achievements a Logie award for his starring role in Channel 7’s Better Homes and Gardens TV. Congratulations to the whole team, they do a great job. But we’re even happier to say that despite all that TV work and his hobby farm and all his other commitments, Dr Harry really loves coming on Pet Talk Radio and sharing his expertise by answering listener questions. We're also quite fond of his funny stories - like the one about a camel at the end of this segment!!

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:42:05 +1000

PTR #274 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:42:02 +1000

As promised Dr Harry is back on Pet Talk Radio! this week and apart from the 'cuddling' issue we mentioned above, Dr Harry talks about some emerging diseases in our pets. Why is this happening? - Is it diet? Is it lifestyle? Make sure you listen to Segment 2 (scroll down) to hear what Dr Harry thinks. Also this week we go 'international' with a story out of the UK that may make us think twice about diet and exercise for our pets. Obesity! - Being relatively trim taught and terrific is an important part of a healthy life for our pets (and us) but are some animals actually pre-disposed to putting on weight? Is it in their genes? We have a brand new UK correspondent to answer that question (scroll to segment 5) And the cooler weather is great for gardening... Why not finally create that pet friendly garden you've always dreamed about - America's 'Master Gardener' Rebecca Kolls is on the show this week with her 10 top tips we think might help us all. Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!

PTR #274 Segment 2/5 - Why Cats Dribble + Emerging Diseases + Cuddling Dogs - Dr Harry Cooper

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:41:58 +1000

Here’s a simple quiz. Which Aussie icon has been voted Australia’s most trusted man for the past few years running? It’s a no brainer Dr Harry Cooper and we couldn’t agree more. In fact, we’d add to that; most professional, most caring and most keen to always be on top of emerging diseases or behaviours that might affect our companion animals. It’s our great pleasure to say that due to popular demand Dr Harry Cooper returns to Pet Talk Radio!

PTR #274 Segment 3/5 - Gardening With Pets In Mind - Rebecca Kolls (Animal Radio & HGTV)

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:41:55 +1000

For those of you who know our lack of gardening ability... well let's put it this way, it’s a fact - our house and garden is never going to be featured in one of those showcase magazines especially when 'digging dogs' dig in all the wrong places! We mentioned this to our good friends Hal & Judy from Animal Radio in the USA and it seems they have the same dilemma. So they got onto America’s best known pet-friendly gardener Rebecca Kolls (from HGTV) for her top ten tips. Listen closely and you'll discover that pets and plants really CAN go together.

PTR #274 Segment 4/5 - Best Live Food + When Do Snakes Poo? - Mark Richmond

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:41:51 +1000

It's illegal to feed live vertebrates to reptiles. So what CAN you feed your pet reptile when some of them will only eat live things? Mark Richmond from Crocodile Encounters has the answers and we get back to Kaye's favourite topic 'animal poo' - in fact she has a book on it! ... So if you thought picking up after your dog or cat was too much of a daily chore, wait until you hear how often snakes 'do their business'... You just might change your mind about having a reptile as a pet!

PTR #274 Segment 5/5 - UK Report: Pets Predisposed To Obesity? - The Veterinary Blonde

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:41:48 +1000

There are some scary statistics coming out of Health Departments at the moment. Apparently we’re all getting fatter in fact many are obese - but we’re in denial. You know the 'I’ve got big bones' or the old ‘ it’s in my family genes’ excuses? ... (more like I can’t get into these jeans!) ... Of course it’s pretty easy for humans to make excuses for OVER eating and UNDER exercising. But what about our pets? They’re stuck with how much we feed them or exercise them, so if we have a ‘fat fido’ or ‘chubby kitty cat’ then we’re to blame right?... Right! But there’s now proof some owners might be starting off behind the 8 ball because it seems certain breeds are pre-disposed to stacking on the kilos. We have a new international contributor to the show from the UK. Michelle Shanson who is in fact a veterinary surgeon is known by the catchy title of ‘The Veterinary Blonde’. Michelle is our new UK correspondent.

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:17:16 +1000

PTR #273 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:17:13 +1000

They say we should be eating ‘live’ green foods like salads but a Gold Coast woman wasn’t expecting her spinach salad to start jumping off her plate. Turns out it contained a stowaway a pretty little Eastern Dwarf Tree frog. Plus: A ten year old turtle has been reunited with his New Zealand family after 3 years on the run. How far did this little explorer go in 3 years? you'll have to listen to this story in segment 1. Those stories and more in the Pet news in segment one.

PTR #273 Segment 2/5 - Tail Docking Causes Aggression? - Dr Dr Jo Sillince

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:17:10 +1000

The AVA (Australian Veterinary Association) has been fighting against it for years – now it seems two Canadian scientists have shown that docking a dog's tail may make it more aggressive. What they discovered was that dogs will approach a dog with a docked tail more cautiously than they will a dog with a complete tail. They say that could make the dog with a docked tail more aggressive. University of Victoria (Canada) biologist Tom Reimchen and graduate student Steve Leaver say 'What type of teenager would you get if everyone approached him saying, I don't trust you? What type of personality would emerge from that? It could be the same in dogs.' Former President of the AVA Dr Jo Sillince comments on the findings.

PTR #273 Segment 3/5 - Singles With Dogs (aka Doggy Dating) - Suzi McLennan-Lyon

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:17:08 +1000

After the initial ‘sizzle’ of meeting someone face to face for the first time, it’s a generally accepted fact that most people discover their life partner when they realise all the things they have in common... Like dogs! A very smart lady in Brisbane QLD - Suzi McLennan-Lyon - has found a way to put her idea of helping singles with dogs meet each other into practice, by working with Brisbane City Council to create special event days where single people with a dog who looking for love, can probably find it.

PTR #273 Segment 4/5 - What On Earth Is 'Brumation?' + Litoria Fallax - Mark Richmond

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:17:04 +1000

Get ready for a brand new word folks - BRUMATION - there you go, now you've learnt something new from Pet Talk Radio! So is a 'brumating' reptile getting ready to have baby reptiles or what? Don't cheat!! - Don't look at the Wiki below before listening to this story. Plus... we cross live to Mark Richmond's home on the Central Coast of NSW as he spots 'Litoria fallax' right outside his office window! You'll never be the same after listening to this week's 'My Reptile Rules'

PTR #273 Segment 5/5 - Argentina to New York City - By Horse! - Marianne DuToit

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:17:02 +1000

Her father said "..but you can’t ride a horse!" which was true, but Marianne Du Toit was determined to follow her dream - that with only two horses for company, she would explore the Americas, travelling solo from Argentina to New York City over 21 months. Despite it being a journey of heartbreak, frustration, bureaucracy, loneliness, danger, and hunger, nothing stopped her from pursuing her objective. It’s not often we do book reviews - it’s even less often that we speak with the author - but 'Crying with Cockroaches' is no ordinary book and its author quite extraordinary. The trip helped raise awareness for the new Riding For The Disabled centre in Sligo, Northern Ireland.

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:54:53 +1000

PTR #272 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + UK Donkey Day? + Cash For Camels!

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:54:50 +1000

It’s donkey day in Britain today! Well not officially, but we reckon if you were a donkey there’s cause for celebration because from now on they won’t have to carry anyone weighing over 50kg. Under a new national code of practice the hard-working UK donkeys are guaranteed at least one day a week off – plus they won’t have to show their foals to tourists. Plus: They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder in Abu Dhabi they're about to hold a special beauty pageant ... for camels. Ten thousand of the beasts of the desert are tipped to compete - why? Because incredibly the prizes are worth up to $8 million in cash as well as up to 100 cars. Darn it how come beautiful camels are considered worth so much more than gorgeous girls? Those stories and more in the Pet news is segment one. Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!

PTR #272 Segment 2/5 - Classic Dr Harry - Dr Harry Cooper

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:54:46 +1000

Dr Harry returns to Pet Talk Radio in about 2 weeks time! Meantime we're 'warming you up' for the experience with some 'Classic Dr Harry' One day we'll be brave enough (or mad enough ?) to devote a whole show to chooks. Dr Harry is crazy about them - in fact he's an acknowledged expert in exotic fowl as you will hear when describing a particular Japanese Chook in this segment - as usual it's full of fun Dr Harry style! For instance did you know that some chooks have been used to solve 'women's problems'? - no... neither did we, but it's true. This week: * Two listeners have a crook chook with a swollen foot, but their own vet can't find anything wrong! Dr Harry ventures a guess, but as always, suggests when the problem is specific, we need to find someone who specialises in that particular disease or animal.

PTR #272 Segment 3/5 - PIAA Apology To RSPCA + Current Welfare Issues

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:54:44 +1000

Last week the CEO of the RSPCA Canberra Michael Linke contacted us regarding a comment made on a recent show by Dr Joanne Sillince with regard to the proposed ‘Sale Of Animals’ Bill (NSW). Mr Linke has told us the comments made regarding the proposed Bill ‘putting the RSPCA and other welfare groups out of business' were incorrect and has asked for a clarification and an apology. Pet Talk Radio! relies on its contributors to be fair and factual. But mistakes happen and we are always happy to try and put things right. In fact we thought this was a great opportunity for the pet industry's peak body – the PIAA (The Pet Industry Association of Australia) and the RSPCA (Royal Society for Prevention of Cruelty To Animals)– representing animal welfare to speak openly together through our show. In this and the following segment we speak with Michael Linke – CEO of the RSPCA ACT and Dr Jo Sillince CEO of the PIAA iin our very first 'virtual conference. Dr Sillince starts the segment to clarify the comments above.

PTR #272 Segment 4/5 - Welfareism Vs Commercialism: A Way Forward

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:54:41 +1000

We’re pleased to be able to host this 'Virtual Conference' with two of the senior representatives from the pet industry and animal welfare talking about 'working together' in an attempt to solve a national problem. PLEASE NOTE: It is unfortunate our show has recently been accused of being biased one way or the other with regards to animal welfare Vs. the commercial side of the pet and animal industry and that we 'selectively choose' who comes on the show. Nothing could be further from the truth! Pet Talk Radio! has always given and continues to offer free air-time to any group from any sector of the pet and animal arena which can provide a new perspective on topics that will improve the lives of our companion animals. The show is national every week and your views will be heard by ten's of thousands of caring animal lovers.
Meantime - the second part of our 'Virtual Conference' continues with the CEO of RSPCA Canberra Michael Linke and the CEO of the Pet Industry Association of Australia talking about the issues surrounding dumped and abandoned animals and how both groups might work together for the future benefit of all animals.

PTR #272 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 07:54:38 +1000

If you have more than one pet, or you're thinking of getting a new one then listen to this segment. Animal behaviourist has some interesting tips for you! * New Pet? - 5 Tips For Bringing Pets Home A new listener is getting a puppy AND a kitten at the same time... it will be very cute... for the first day, but oh boy... are they going to need some rules around the house! Plus: * Are White Cats Blind? You'll be amazed at the research that's gone into this answer! Dr Joanne also explains about the various genes that combine produce different colours in our animals and why Tortoiseshell cats are always female.

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Apr 2008 17:16:39 +1000

PTR #271 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Randy Octopus & A Self Milking Cow! With Kaye, Brian & Dr Barbara Fougere

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Apr 2008 17:16:36 +1000

Researchers from the University of California have discovered octopuses lead complex love lives and engage in jealous murders and gender bending. You'll just have to listen to the news to hear all the 'saucy' details. Plus: A cow in India has worked out a novel way to milk herself. Whenever she is fed, Radha the cow starts self-milking, delivering four litres of milk into a bucket each morning and another four each evening. That story and more in our pet news this week in this segment (Seg 1) As always we have plenty of other great stories for you in the show - scroll down for more. Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye & Brian 'Sale Of Animals Bill' Update: Due to work commitments Dr Jo Sillince - CEO of the PIAA (Pet Industry Association) was unavailable to respond to replies from listeners re this story from last week. Dr Jo will do this on next week's show PTR #272

PTR #271 Segment 2/5 - Travel Naturally With Your Pets - Dr Barbara Fougere

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Apr 2008 17:16:33 +1000

Statistics show that now more than ever, our pets are part of the family so instead of staying ‘home alone’ or being cared for we’re taking our pets with us. That can be as much fun as a car full of toddlers (are we there yet?) if you’re not prepared. The best news however is you don’t have to drug your pets! Australia’s leading holistic vet Dr Barbara Fougere reveals some of the natural and man-made calming products now available to make sure your pet enjoys getting away as much as you do. Just by telling us your traveling stories you could win an Anxiety Wrap valued at more the $80.00 courtesy of AnxietyWrap.com.au Call (02) 8212 3918 - leave your story, name and phone number or email us here with the subject line ANXIETY WRAP - details in this segment. Winner drawn in two week's time - be in it to win it!

PTR #271 Segment 3/5 - It's Autumn So Warm Your Pet's Food - Dr Barbara Fougere

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Apr 2008 17:16:30 +1000

The days are getting shorter and nights are longer. We’re talking about the 'tween seasons. When it’s not hot, not cold – but our pets can need a little extra nourishment from warming foods to prepare them for winter. Plus: Our complementary vet Dr Barbara Fougere answers a listener question from a doggy owner whose poodle has smelly saliva. She’s has a few ideas why it’s licks leave the owner gasping.

PTR #271 Segment 4/5 - Natural Oils - Sweetly Lethal For Cats - Dr Barbara Fougere PLUS Dogs Life Magazine story

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Apr 2008 17:16:27 +1000

Have you noticed that a lot of the new cleaners in the supermarket aisle are claiming to have ‘natural’ oils, like orange to kill the nasties in our homes and leave them sweet smelling. Well the whole topic of environmental air fresheners and sweeteners is one that’s very confusing for pet owners, especially for cat owners. We’ve heard from listeners who’ve said they’ve heard conflicting reports about whether it’s safe to burn essential oils in the same room as cats. Our sweet smelling expert, Dr Barbara Fougere and mother of 3 cats can tell us what we need to be most careful of. Website: www.NaturalVet.com.au -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Plus: Dogs Life Magazine 'Who's Your Buddy?' with Editor Caroline Zambrano When we train our dogs we want them to do what we want them to do right?... But are they robots?... of course not!!... they are sentient beings.. ok they're cute fluffies too sometimes but it doesn't mean training need be a chore for you or your dog. Dogs Life Magazine editor Caroline Zambrano explains how forming a 'partnership with your dog' leads to better results and a happier you and of course happier dogs Website - www.DogsLife.com.au March/April issue OUT NOW

PTR #271 Segment 5/5 - Complementary Myths Busted - Dr Barbara Fougere

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 8 Apr 2008 17:16:23 +1000

Remember how our parents always said if you want to avoid an argument at a social gathering like a dinner then don’t talk about politics or religion? Nowadays, it seems we should add another topic to avoid, for the sake of peace Complementary Healing Therapies. Of course everyone has an opinion right? Do they work? Is it all quackery? What about wishful thinking? Someone who’s probably put more therapies to the test than anyone else we know is veterinarian Dr Barbara Fougere who is passionate about the benefits of certain ‘alternatives’.

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 11:16:40 +1100

PTR #270 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + NZ Man Claims 'A Wombat Molested Me!!!' - Brian & Kaye

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 11:16:37 +1100

A New Zealand man has been sentenced to 75 hours community work after he phoned police claiming he needed help because he was being raped by a wombat! Police believe it’s more likely the 48 year old fruit picker had been picking and possibly ‘smoking’ plants of a very different kind when he made the fictitious calls. That story and more in our pet news this week in segment 1. As always we have plenty of other great stories for you in the show - scroll down for more. Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne

PTR #270 Segment 2/5 - Cats Going Under The Radar - Plus: Why Do Dogs Bite?

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 11:16:34 +1100

People take dogs to their vet more than they take cats in fact, if Australia follows the US trend there’s a good chance horses are being seen by a vet more often than cats. Why is it happening? Are cats healthier now or are cat owners not doing the right thing? Perhaps cats simply hide their problems better than other animals. Veterinarian Dr Joanne Sillince and animal behaviourist Dr Joanne Righetti are feline fanatics and try to explain why our ‘cats are going under the radar’. PLUS: Why Do Dogs Bite? The 64 million dollar question but researchers now think anxiety or pain may be the reason behind uncharacteristic behaviour, such as bites. Pennsylvania University’s veterinary school looked at 111 dogs known to have bitten kids and found three-quarters of them showed signs of separation anxiety and loud noise phobias and half of them had serious medical conditions the owners didn’t know about. Most importantly the vast majority had never bitten before. Hear what our Pet Talk Radio! experts think of this study and will it help stop more kids and dogs clashing?

PTR #270 Segment 3/5 - The ‘C’ Word: Cancer... Is It A Death Sentence? - Dr Jo Sillince

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 11:16:31 +1100

The ‘C’ Word. Cancer It’s just as scary when we hear it in connection to our pets as ourselves. But is it the death sentence it once was? The good news is that there are almost as many treatments available for our pets… veterinarian Dr Joanne Sillince explains why we’re seeing more pets with cancers – and what can be done for them.

PTR #270 Segment 4/5 - Update: Sale Of Animals In Pet Shops - PIAA CEO Dr Jo Sillince PLUS Wobblers Syndrome - Dogs Life Magazine

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 11:16:28 +1100

The RSPCA, AWL (Animal Welfare League) and hundreds of small rescue groups, would have to close down if the 'Sale Of Animals In Pet Shops' (NSW) bill were to be enacted. These comments come from senior people within these organisations saying the sheer logistics and costs of transporting animals to and from vets (where it is proposed they be sold) would bankrupt them. Leading pet industry figures say Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore has been poorly advised saying the very people this bill will affect were never even consulted. Dr Jo Sillince is the new CEO of the PIAA (Pet Industry Association) and gives Pet Talk Radio! listeners an update on this very 'confused' proposal.. PLUS: Ever watched your dog go a little 'clumsy'... Are four legs not enough sometimes?... It may look funny at first but these innocuous first clues may be the warning signs of something far more sinister - 'Wobblers Syndrome'. In the latest issue of dogs life, reader turned journalist Sonia Hickey tells the very personal story of her dog Louie's lifelong condition. (As always if you suspect anything is wrong with your pet, see a vet right away)

PTR #270 Segment 5/5 - Pushy Pets - Dr Joanne Righetti

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 11:16:25 +1100

Most pet owners know what their pets are saying to them... Meow (I want food) or MEEOOOW! (I want food NOW)... Dogs of course can be just as pushy...Woof (I want to go for a walk) WOOOF WOOOF!! (I want to go out NOW!..) It’s easy to let our pets push us around… just give them what they want when they want – they soon learn that ‘speaking’ (or more often than not shouting at us in a loud voice) usually does the trick! Other actions include poking toys into our hands or nudging our hands to indicate they want to be patted or stroke.

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Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 1 Apr 2008 11:16:21 +1100

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PTR #269 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Viagra? - Just For The Heart... Honest!! - Brian & Kaye

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:28:26 +1100

A dog that kept fainting because his heart wasn't pumping enough blood has scored himself a course of ... wait for it... VIAGRA pills! Not sure what this means for the sales of these well known 'men only' tablets but one has to wonder if males who were previously embarrassed to ask their doctor for the very popular 'pep pills' will now seek help for 'ticker trouble'. Watch this space! That story and more in our pet news this week in segment 1. We also have plenty of other great stories for you in the show - scroll down for more. Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week. Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne

PTR #269 Segment 2/5 - Return Of The Itch - Dr Barbara Fougere

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:28:23 +1100

Spring has long gone although you’d hardly think so with this ‘indian spring’ weather we’re experiencing expected to go thru to June according to the weather bureau. And oh boy our pets are feeling the effects of it too. We thought it was just us with itchy dogs but it seems we’re not alone plenty of listeners have been asking what’s going on and how can they get rid of fleas because the usual methods of flea collars just don’t seem to be working this year. So we thought we’d ask our resident holistic vet Dr Barbara Fougere to help us out yet again with some safe ‘alternative’ ways to tackle fleas & other itch-making critters head-on.

PTR #269 Segment 3/5 - Bird Q&A + Keeping Cats Inside - Steve Austin

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:28:20 +1100

We get a lot of bird owners wanting to know if they have a boy or a girl! - animal trainer and multi-bird owner Steve Austin helps solve the problem for one of our listeners. Plus: Birds and Cats. In an ideal world they’d be poles apart. However not everyone subscribes to the idea that cats should spend their entire life within the confines of a house. But don’t worry expert animal trainer and owner of all kinds of animals, Steve Austin has some practical advice on keeping Sylvester and Tweety apart.

PTR #269 Segment 4/5 - Don't Horse Around With Horses - 'Whispering' Jack Browne

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:28:17 +1100

Horses can weigh up to half a tonne and tower over your average six foot male. They’re big, and often unpredictable but do you know the right way to approach a horse? The wrong way could see you getting hurt. These days fewer people get first-hand contact with animals other than cats, dogs and birds, so it’s crucial to find out the right way to say g’day to a horse which is why we roped Kaye’s dad Whispering Jack Browne - into helping. Plus: Ever heard of a Morgan Horse? - Where do they come from? What's so special about them? Normally we'd find a breeder of Morgan Horses or other 'equine expert'... but for this short introduction, we just happened find these qualities in no less than Sue Serle - a judge of dogs!

PTR #269 Segment 5/5 - WildSide: Wild Waskally Wabbits! - Dr Joanne Righetti

brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:28:14 +1100

Domestic rabbits came to Australia with the first fleet but this and several other introductions did not see them become pests, except in Tasmania. It wasn't until Thomas Austin brought 24 wild rabbits from England in 1859 and released them that rabbits became a major problem. Wild European Rabbits are Australia's most serious animal pest. Damage by wild rabbits in Australia, including the annual cost of control and production losses, has been estimated at $600 million. They cause environmental damage which is often irreparable. The loss of vegetation from rabbit grazing threatens the survival of native birds, mammals, and insects that rely on plants for food and shelter. Wild rabbits compete with livestock for available pasture and their warrens contribute to soil erosion by removing vegetation and disturbing soil.

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brian@pettalkradio.com.au — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:28:10 +1100

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PTR #268 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Amazing Stuff For Our Pets - Brian & Kaye

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:19:07 +1100

Believe it or not the most popular pet toys from this year’s San Diego pet expo include: * For cats, a battery powered Fling-ama-string hangs off your dog knob and promises to turn every cat from couch potato to hunter. * A Bionaire odour grabber litter box which promises to grab not only smells, but also dander and fur. * Little dogs can sit on a Toto too centre mounted seat which provides a great elevated spot between the two front seats. * Bird owners can carry their pet around in a Celltei Pak-o-bird it’s a back pack of course and lastly there’s even a special way to make doggy treats the Dogzilla deep freeze which turns your choice of protein and broth into the perfect ice-block. Yep... watch for these and more in a store near you soon! Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we did Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne

PTR #268 Segment 2/5 - Death By Chocolate + Training Tips - Kaye Browne

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:19:02 +1100

Even if you already know about not giving chocolate to your pets, make sure you listen to this story ‘cos we have some great Kramar training treats to give away. Even though Easter may have come and gone for some listeners in fact this story could probably be told almost any time of the year Most dogs and cat owners know you don’t feed chocolate to your pets sadly a lot of newer owners have never heard of this Plus dog trainer 'in-training' Kaye Browne - under the tutelage of animal trainer Steve Austin - stands in for Steve today to explain the basics of using treats for training.

PTR #268 Segment 3/5 - DIY Post-Op Physiotherapy For Pets - Dr James St. Claire

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:18:59 +1100

When you think of our pets having operations and physiotherapy you’re thinking - ‘kaching’ - lots of dollars right?… As far as the operations go that’s probably true – but there are some clever ways being developed for post-operative physiotherapy that can not only save you a lot of money, but also help your pet recover more quickly at home – with just a little help from you. Watch Dr James do some 'aqua therapy' with a gorgeous French Bulldog - 'Chula' Also visit our other You Tube site Top Dog Website: www.topdoghealth.com

PTR #268 Segment 4/5 - Dogs Life Kids Club + Killing An Aussie Fur Seal With Kindness

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:18:56 +1100

What's the best way to teach teenagers and young adults about dogs?... Start teaching them when they are really young. And that's exactly what the Dogs Life Magazine Kids Club is doing right now. We spoke with co-ordinator Eliza Tickle about this great initiative. March/April Issue-OUT NOW Website: www.dogslife.com.au Plus: We’ve brought you stories in the past about the problem with humans getting too close to dolphins – and the dangers that poses for both species but there’s another way that we can over-do the 'helping hand' bit. PTR regular and Melbourne vet Dr Katrina Gregory is leading the challenge to save a young Aussie fur seal in Melbourne's Port Phillip Bay.

PTR #268 Segment 5/5 - WildSide: Why Animals Yawn! - Dr Joanne Righetti (rpt)

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:18:53 +1100

Next time you're in a boring meeting - try yawning and see how many other people start ... It's contagious!
And cats, dogs, even fish yawn which leads us to believe yawning is some form of communication.

Men yawn more than women, perhaps due to their larger muscle mass which requires more oxygen - but Brian thinks it's because women talk
more thus using up more of the available oxygen (I don't think so do you?)

A new study has in fact found that even chimps find yawning contagious - that is, if one does it, so will most of the others...

I'll bet you won't be able to stop yourself after listening to this very funny story! - Dr J.
Co-host and animal behaviourist Dr Joanne Righetti will return in 2 weeks time.

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Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 14:18:50 +1100

PTR #267 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Greyhound Stops Footie Game

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:27:49 +1100

A retired racing hound called Fool’s Mile who won 5 events, apparently had a flashback when she was taken to a soccer game and when the crowd roared as the floodlights came on she took off Listen to the news to find out what happened! Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we did Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne

PTR #267 Segment 2/5 - Animals - Coming Out Of The Closet? - Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:27:46 +1100

The scientific community reveals the latest on ‘same sex’ shenanigans among animal mates that have nothing to do with procreation! - In other words homosexuality is not just the exclusive province of humans.

PTR #267 Segment 3/5 - ESP In Pets? - Alex Tsikaris - from SKEPTIKO

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:27:43 +1100

Does your pet have extra-sensory perception? Maybe your dog actually knows when you are coming home! - There’s USD$1,000 for anyone, anywhere who can prove their pet has some kind of invisible connection with their owner. We caught up with Del Mar (USA) based Alex Tsikaris

PTR #267 Segment 4/5 - Is Your Horse Happy? - Wendy Herne

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:27:41 +1100

Ok - so you have a horse (or were thinking of getting one) but is it really happy? PTR's associate producer and horse owner Wendy Herne has some tried n’ true secrets to keeping your equine pal ‘pain-free’ from the ground up. Plus: Our regular reptile wrangler Mark Richmond helps us identify a snake in the grass. A black-bellied one!... and tells us why snakes and horse don't mix very well.

PTR #267 Segment 5/5 - How To Avoid Cat-Astrophes - Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 15:27:38 +1100

Co-host and animal behaviourist Dr Joanne Righetti decodes the complex mind of your moggy and hands out practical advice on staying sane when your cat’s driving you nuts. Email Dr Joanne DrJoane@pettalkradio.com.au or call +61 2 8212 3918

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Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 4 Mar 2008 10:19:49 +1100

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Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 4 Mar 2008 10:19:46 +1100

PTR #266 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Crested Screamers!! - with Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 4 Mar 2008 10:19:43 +1100

Even though it can be heard 4Km's away, the Crested Screamer fails to find a mate - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye & Brian.

PTR #266 Segment 2/5 - CHOICE Consumer Report - Free Range Vs 'Factory' Chooks - Elise Davidson

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 4 Mar 2008 10:19:39 +1100

An expert panel of 'foodies' taste test chooks from different farming practices. Would you pay more for Free-Range chooks and why? - Elise Davidson & Dr Jo Sillince

PTR #266 Segment 3/5 - Big Cats Or Big Cover-up? - Chris Coffey

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 4 Mar 2008 10:19:36 +1100

Big cat sightings in Australia are not uncommon. So why are there no public warnings? One person believes there may be a cover up. - Kaye investigates

PTR #266 Segment 4/5 - Man This Itch Is Killing Me! - Dr Jo Sillince

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 4 Mar 2008 10:19:33 +1100

Pet changed behaviour?... A little crabbier than usual? Might be more than just a common flea itch. A listener question answered by Dr Jo Sillince

PTR #266 Segment 5/5 - Pet Friendly Flooring - Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 4 Mar 2008 10:19:30 +1100

Carpet is all but a 'no-no' for pet owners, but what are the alternatives? And are they really much better? Dr Joanne Righetti Email Dr Joanne DrJoane@pettalkradio.com.au or call +61 2 8212 3918

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Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 10:56:31 +1100

PTR #265 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Dogs In Movie Theatres!! - with Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 21:30:18 +1100

Want to take your dog to the movies? - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne.

PTR #265 Segment 2/5 - Could A Cockatoo Really Save Its Mate? - Dr Joanne Righetti Plus: Bird Q&A with Steve Austin

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 21:30:15 +1100

Without places like San Diego Zoo in California USA, kids of tomorrow may never know why you just shouldn't have some animals as pets and how re-cycling actually helps wild animals..

PTR #265 Segment 3/5 - Bonobos: Promiscuous Primates - Mike Bates

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 21:30:11 +1100

A world run by females? - Make love not war?.. Absolutely if you're a Bonobo! - we visited San Diego Zoo for this exclusive story.

PTR #265 Segment 4/5 - Name That Blue Tongue - Mark Richmond

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 21:30:09 +1100

My Reptile Rules this week has a fun competition where you have to name some tiny baby Blue Tongues and some smaller baby Pythons.... and no, Monty Python is already taken - sorry!

PTR #265 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 21:30:06 +1100

Your questions answered. * Can rats & mice live together? * Update on the cranky Cockatiel * Listener doggy doo questions Email Dr Joanne DrJoane@pettalkradio.com.au or call +61 2 8212 3918

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Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 21:30:03 +1100

PTR #264 Segment 1/5 - Pet News + Snake Venom Botox - with Kaye & Brian

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:12:23 +1100

There's some weird stuff going on in the world. Now women can use snake venom to make themselves even more beautiful! - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye & Brian.

PTR #264 Segment 2/5 - Kids Learn How Recycling Helps Animals - Nikki Boyd

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:12:20 +1100

Without places like San Diego Zoo in California USA, kids of tomorrow may never know why you just shouldn't have some animals as pets and how re-cycling actually helps wild animals..

PTR #264 Segment 3/5 - How To Tell If Your Pet Is Crazy - Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:12:16 +1100

Define 'crazy'! - Some animals are naturally 'wacky' others may have real problems. Always consult your veterinarian or animal behaviourist

PTR #264 Segment 4/5 - Indestructible Toys For Pets - Dr Joanne Righetti + Swimming With Snakes - Mark Richmond

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:12:13 +1100

Dogs Life Magazine has a 6 page 'road-test' spread on the best toys for active dogs Plus: My Reptile Rules returns with Mark Richmond.

PTR #264 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:12:10 +1100

Your questions answered. * My Cockatiel: Is it Love, Lust or Bullying? * Too Much Love: Dog won't leave me alone Email Dr Joanne DrJoane@pettalkradio.com.au or call +61 2 8212 3918

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Brian@pettalkradio.com — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 13:12:07 +1100

PTR #263 Segment 1/5 - Pet News + Aliens Took My Dog & Car! with Kaye & Brian

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:38 +1100

It used to be we thought the Irish that were 'mad' now it's the Welsh!! - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye & Brian.

PTR #263 Segment 2/5 - Pet Sex: Why Romance Doesn’t Rate In The Pet World. (PG) Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:34 +1100

Of course birds and bees 'do it' Why do you think we have so many!!? Dr Joanne reveals more 'animal secrets'

PTR #263 Segment 3/5 - Imagine: No More Cats! - Dr Alan Rabinowitz

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:32 +1100

This is NOT just another 'Save The Tiger' story. This is a story about the future of ALL animals.

PTR #263 Segment 4/5 - Battling Storm Phobias - Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:29 +1100

Dogs Life Magazine asked Dr Joanne for some help with this common problem.

PTR #263 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:27 +1100

No it's not the 'after dark' version of PTR - well almost not... but Heavy Petting returns to answer listener behavioural questions. Email Dr Joanne or call +61 2 8212 3918 - we take international callers too!

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Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:23 +1100

PTR #262 Segment 1/5 - Pet News + A Licence To Kill with Kaye & Brian

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:20 +1100

Surely there's a better way to get rid of a protected species! - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye & Brian.

PTR #262 Segment 2/5 - US Mortgage Crisis Leaves Pets Homeless - Hal Abrams

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:18 +1100

In the USA people are abandoning their dogs as banks foreclose on them - could it happen here?

PTR #262 Segment 3/5 - Cool Tips For Hot Dogs - Dr Jo Sillince

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:15 +1100

It's scary just how quickly your pooch, puss or bird can dehydrate... Dr Jo Sillince joins us this week.

PTR #262 Segment 4/5 - Dogs Life Magazine - Caroline Zambrano

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:13 +1100

We'll give you the lowdown on all the highlights you can read in the first issue for 2008

PTR #262 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti

Brian@pettalkradio.com — Thu, 14 Feb 2008 15:34:10 +1100

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