Love Has Many Faces

Heartwood Haven fights the disastrous effects of animal cruelty through rescue, education and sanctuary to promote a more compassionate world for animals and humans. Heartwood Haven focuses on farm animals and also helps laboratory animals who have been released post research. You might have read about their efforts in finding homes for close to 100 roosters who were rescued from a cock...

In this conversation, Marilyn and Eric talk about a few topics that resonate, from losing a pet (when/if you get another and how that might look) to catios (outdoor cat spaces that provide safety) to the new sloth-themed store in Magnolia, Robot vs. Sloth, that gives back to worthwhile causes as well. Perhaps there’s a tidbit here that will be meaningful or useful to YOU. Listen to Marilyn’s...

Today, Marilyn has a conversation with Jenny Hubbard who is President and CEO of the Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary in Newtown, Conn. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Imagine that you are in a situation where you are unable to care for your pet temporarily. Maybe you are in the hospital for surgery or treatment. Maybe you are trying to leave a domestic violence situation, or get help for substance abuse.. Or perhaps you are facing losing your home due to rent being raised or your building being sold. It makes it MUCH harder to deal with these situations wh...

Today’s conversation featured researcher Mari Maeda with updates on some of the newer clinical trials going on for dogs with cancer. They are seeing improved longevity and results and all of this is good news for pets and their people. Mari also shared more about her dog Momo, who is still being tested to get a conclusive diagnosis. We’re sending them the very best. And there might be wa...

  Marilyn welcomes Janet Marlow to this edition of Love Has Many Faces, Janet Marlow is the  Founder & CEO of Pet Acoustics Inc.  and a leading  sound behaviorist for animals. She’s internationally recognized for developing  species-specific music  proven to calm dogs, cats, and other animals. Janet has just launched the  Pet Acoustics+ App , a groundbreaking...

The Beagle Alliance is a rescue and advocacy group working to reduce and eventually end animal testing, and also working to find homes for animals who have been released from laboratory research. Although The Beagle Alliance operates in Canada they also work in tandem with rescue and advocacy partners in the US. Our conversation touches on reasons why animal testing is still being done even t...

We welcome returning guest Annette Lanker, an expert in pet CPR and overall pet care, for a discussion of safety and comfort tips for your pet during the July 4th weekend, and other “high intensity” or loud noise events like NY Eve or even thunderstorms. Whether it’s hanging out for awhile in an “indoor” room with less exposure to noise, updating your pet ID information, or making your own “t...

A conversation with Rise (rhymes with Lisa) Windell, Photographer at Windell Portraits.   In 2021, after losing her beloved black Lab Layla suddenly and unexpectedly, Rise found a way to channel some of the profound grief she was feeling. Since Labs are often known for being hungry food lovers, she remembered thinking “NO one should go hungry” so she set out to raise money for the Nourish Pie...

AFTER THE SUDDEN, UNEXPECTED PASSING OF REBECCA'S DOG GUS She consulted animal communicator Sunny Mann, beginning a lengthy and revealing correspondence. Sunny reported her dialogue with Gus in the afterlife at various times throughout the next year. This moving story includes the transcripts of those psychic sessions, along with Rebecca's notes fr...

We are always so pleased to welcome back returning guest Jenny Hubbard of the Catherine Violet Hubbard Foundation. This organization was founded in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook tragedy, where Catherine lost her life. Catherine was a lover of all animals and living creatures and always wanted the animals to know that she was kind and they’d be safe with her. Support grew and donations of money a...

Heartwood Haven fights the disastrous effects of animal cruelty through rescue, education and sanctuary to promote a more compassionate world for animals and humans. Heartwood Haven focuses on farm animals and also helps laboratory animals who have been released post research. You might have read about their efforts in finding homes for close to 100 roosters who were rescued from a cock fighting r...

Today’s show features a conversation with David Kurlander –teacher, trainer and author! Founder of Steady Wind, LLC and Creator/Host of ‘The Pack Animal Podcast’,  David J Kurlander has been a Wild and Domestic Animal Behavior Specialist, Wild Animal Researcher, Professional Wild Animal Trainer, and Professional Dog Trainer specializing in NAVDA competitive and recreational upland, water fowl and...

  Peaceful Valley's Mission  is to provide a safe and loving environment to all donkeys that have been abused, neglected or abandoned and wild burros under threat of destruction. Peaceful Valley strives to provide solutions to the many problems that plague these wonderful creatures by providing ethical stewardship over the funds that are necessary to fulfill this goal. Peaceful Valley, with its na...

Cynthia Chomos is passionate about design, nature, and cats. Since founding Catio Spaces in 2014, she builds custom catios and offers downloadable DIY Catio Plans to assist cat parents in solving their indoor/outdoor dilemmas. Cynthia’s catio creations are featured in Martha Stewart and Better Homes and Gardens, and she recently received the national “Friend to Felines” award from PETA, People for...

Martin was one of the first guests we had on the show when we launched over 8 years ago and we are so glad to have had the chance to talk to him again.  In this conversation Martin shares the story of Sammy the Cocker Spaniel, who had a very rough go but wound up living to an estimated age of 18 with love and care. Since that time Martin has been instrumental in spreading the word about other anim...

We had a wonderful conversation with Sheila, who filled us in on the important work BDRA is doing. Anyone who has had a blind or visually impaired dog knows there can be challenges. But it is also amazing just HOW well so many of these dogs adjust. The purpose of BDRA is to educate and to help blind dogs and their families navigate the landscape and not only survive but thrive as well. Learn more...

In today’s conversation Diane shares about the huge need for fostering, especially in the Tacoma area, and also about her own experiences as a foster mom and finally a “foster failure” having adopted Sammy, a 98 pound bundle of love. We touch on the reasons why there is such a much larger need now, including rising costs for vet care, and also people adopting animals during the pandemic only to tu...

Today’s show features a conversation with Suman Kamath, founder of Toby’s Hope, and her charity partner Cesar Pazo. Toby’s Hope was founded to help provide resources for people dealing with dogs with lymphoma. The goal is to reach diverse communities including those where a language or culture barrier might make it more difficult than usual to find the needed resources during such stressful times....

Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center is a community where horses transform the minds, bodies and spirits of people with disabilities. In this conversation we learn more about the organization and the wonderful work they are doing. There are many ways to support their work including donations or getting involved personally. Learn more at  www.littlebit.org See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr...

Dr. Cairns currently serves as Vice President of Medical Excellence and Education for the 400+ hospitals in the  Thrive Pet Healthcare  family. She is also an adjunct faculty member at  Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine , a  Chicago Veterinary Medical Association . Kelly shares her expertise on various topics including care for senior pets. Learn more at kellycairns.com Se...

For those who have lost a pet, the grief can be as bad or sometimes worse than losing a person. For many who are single or widowed their pet might be the only company they have most of the time. Connie Starr founded the Pet Loss Support Group, via Seattle Animal Shelter, in 2006. In this conversation with Connie we talk about pet loss in general, how the group works, and what can help when going t...

 Today’s conversation with Mari Maeda focuses on some new clinical trials that are proving promising for dogs with two of the most common cancers, hemangiosarcoma and osteosarcoma. This research has the potential to help dogs suffering from many other types of cancer as well. We discussed some of the more common cancers, what might contribute to them, ways to optimize our dogs’ health, and how to...

We are pleased to have Brenda back in our studios! She has been an advocate for special needs animals, having adopted a blind and deaf cocker spaniel from a shelter, who is now living his best life-- and helping teach others that it’s OK to be different!  Our conversation also digs in a bit more on how to recognize scams when looking for a new pet—from pet stores selling puppy mill dogs to online...

Welcome to today’s conversation with Jme Thomas of Motley Zoo. Motley Zoo is a rock ‘n’ roll themed, volunteer powered foster based 501 c3 non profit based in Redmond, Washington, on Seattle’s east side. Since 2009 they have placed over 4500 animals in loving homes, and established Motley Zoo at Woods Creek Kennels (dog training and boarding) to help support all of their rescue animals. Learn more...