Calling All Creatures

NEW PODCAST EPISODE! Paws of Purpose: Hope, Healing, and Service Dogs Join me, Laurie Fivecoat, for an inspiring conversation with Rebecca Minelga, author, guide dog puppy raiser, therapy dog handler, and advocate for the incredible human-animal bond. Discover how service and therapy dogs are changing lives through hope, healing, and unconditional love. We'll explore: The amazing bond between huma...

Podcast cancelled due to host being ill. I apologize and this will be rescheduled.

PODCAST PREMIERE ALERT! What happens when one kid decides shelter dogs deserve a second chance? Find out when Roman McConn and Jen McConn of Project Freedom Ride join me on Calling All Creatures! From a young animal lover with a huge dream to a nationally recognized rescue movement, Roman's journey proves that age is never a barrier to making a difference. Together, Roman and Jen have helped save...

🐝✨ NEW EPISODE ALERT ✨🐝 What’s really happening with honey bee health? Is the buzz around bee decline all doom and gloom… or are there real breakthroughs helping our pollinators thrive? 🌼🍯 Join me on Calling All Creatures for a fascinating conversation with Matthew Mulica from the Honey Bee Health Coalition as we dive into: 🐝 Honey bee health challenges 🌻 Pollinator protection 🍯 Myths vs....

Get ready for a story that nearly vanished from the sky forever. Join us for an unforgettable episode of Calling All Creatures featuring special guest Kelly Sorenson in: Back From the Brink: The California Condor Story From just 27 birds remaining on Earth to soaring once again over the American Southwest, the journey of the California condor is one of the greatest wildlife comeback stories ever t...

Calling All Creatures Podcast dives into the deep blue with a fin-tastic new episode: “Shell Yeah: Turtle Rescue Stories” This week’s guest is Bette Zirkelbach, manager of the incredible Turtle Hospital, in Marathon, Florida—where injured sea turtles get a second shot at life. In this episode, we explore: • Real-life turtle rescues (some dramatic, some downright miraculous!) • How sick and injured...

Sorry for the inconvenience but the podcast for this evening was cancelled. Sometimes things happen and we had to cancel. I hope you'll be back in two weeks for my next podcast, it's going to be a good one!

New Episode Alert on Calling All Creatures! Tonight we’re shining a spotlight on C.A.N.T.E.R., the incredible Sierra Vista organization changing lives through equine-assisted programs, healing connections, and community support. Join us as we talk with Board President Gail Farmer about the heart behind the mission, the amazing horses, the volunteers, and the life-changing impact C.A.N.T.E.R. bring...

On the coast, the cries of seabirds ride the wind. But sometimes those wings need help. In this episode of Calling All Creatures, we explore the inspiring world of wildlife rescue with the dedicated team at Pelican Harbor Seabird Station. I'll be joined by Yaritza Acosta, Rehabilitation Manager, who shares what it takes to rescue, treat, and release injured seabirds and other native wildlife. From...

A Miracle Pup. A Mother’s Journey. A Story That Howls with Hope. This week on Calling All Creatures, we’re sitting down with children’s author and conservation advocate Leokadia George to talk about her newest book, Trumpet the Miracle Wolf Pup: Trumpet Becomes a Mom — the next beautiful chapter in the real-life inspired story of an endangered Mexican gray wolf who captured hearts everywhere. From...

BIG CONVERSATION FOR PET LOVERS! Don’t miss this special episode of Calling All Creatures as we sit down with Adam Spencer, Founder of Furlanthropy, to talk about breaking financial barriers to veterinary care and keeping beloved pets with the families who love them. Learn how this unique nonprofit crowdfunding platform is making a real difference and how you can be part of the movement helping an...

Join us for a gripping new episode of Calling All Creatures featuring Jen J. Danna (also known as Sara Driscoll), author of the bestselling FBI K-9 thriller series. Jen takes us behind the scenes of her novel Deadly Trade, where crime-solving K-9s, wildlife trafficking, conservation, and high-stakes suspense intersect. We’ll explore her journey from infectious disease researcher to novelist, the r...

Join us for a powerful conversation with Dr. Cliff Redford — the Worldwide Vet From running a busy veterinary clinic to providing lifesaving care in some of the world’s most underserved and crisis-affected regions, Dr. Cliff shares incredible stories of global volunteer missions, animal rescue, and advocacy without borders. This episode is inspiring, eye-opening, and a reminder of how compassion c...

Join us for a wonderful conversation with Arthur von Weisenberger, Executive Director of Animal Zone—the series giving animals a voice through storytelling, rescue, and compassion. Arthur will share how Animal Zone highlights animal rescue, sanctuaries, and advocates, and how media can inspire real change for animals as well as sharing lots of great stories about all of the animals and people he's...

I’m excited to welcome Lauren Anders Brown, Founder of PadsPass, to the show for an eye-opening conversation about making pet travel safer, easier, and less stressful for everyone. Join us as we explore the story behind PadsPass, the challenges of global pet-travel regulations, and how Lauren’s mission is preventing the heartbreaking mistakes that happen all too often. Don’t miss this important ep...

This week on Calling All Creatures, I'm excited to welcome Jennifer Catpurr, talking all about how to have happy feline homes! Jennifer shares insights on creating safe, enriched, and stress-free environments for our feline friends — from behavior tips to clever home design ideas that help every cat feel happy and secure. If you’re ready to make your home a true Happy Feline Home, you won’t want t...

Get ready for an inspiring and heartwarming episode of Calling All Creatures! This week, we’re taking you to Alaqua Animal Refuge in Freeport, Florida — a truly special place where second chances begin. Alaqua is a no-kill sanctuary giving abused, neglected, and homeless animals a safe haven to heal, grow, and find love again. From dogs and cats to farm animals and wildlife, every creature is give...

Join me as I chat with Dr. Robin Moore, owner of East Bay Animal Hospital in Largo, Florida. Dr. Moore has dedicated her career to helping animals of all kinds—from cats and dogs to exotics—and she’s sharing her insights on compassionate care, senior pet health, and even a few tips for solving those tricky cat litterbox mysteries We’ll talk about what’s changed in veterinary medicine, how to build...

New Episode Alert! On this episode of Calling All Creatures, I chat with Dr. Philip Urso, Assistant Professor of Bison Studies at South Dakota State University, about one of North America’s most iconic animals — the bison! We talk about: What makes bison so unique and vital to healthy grasslands How new research is helping herds stay strong and resilient The comeback story of a species once nearly...

I’m joined by Liz Clifton, Calm Intuitive Mentor, to talk about: Her powerful 3 Seconds to Calm practice, the inspiring take34u Movement, how she’s helped rescue animals & their new pet parents, and what Calm Intuitive Mentorship is all about. Come learn how to find calm, connect, and grow together with your animal companions!

My next podcast is Under the Desert Moon: Coyote Journeys with my special guest Sarah Killingsworth, Program Coordinator for Project Coyote. Join us for a fascinating conversation about coyotes—their role in the ecosystem, how we can coexist with them, and the truth behind the many myths that surround these incredible animals. Tune in and discover how we can live alongside these clever, resilient...

I apologize everyone, but tonight's podcast Roses to Rainbow was canceled. My guest Rebecca Shaper couldn't make it tonight. I will try to reschedule her as soon as I can. Thanks for your understanding and patience.

New Episode of Calling All Creatures! Join me for an amazing conversation with Tanya Smith, President/Founder of Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge! I had a change of guest, Tanya couldn't be on so Cheryl King, the Marketing Director for Turpentine Creek filled in for her! We’ll be talking about the incredible work they do at the sanctuary, the big cats they rescue, and the dedication and effort it...

Special Guest: Erin Maennle — Pet Partners Digital Special Events Manager In this episode, we’re diving into: What Pet Partners does to bring comfort, healing, and smiles. How you and your pet can become a therapy animal team. Details on the World’s Largest Pet Walk — September 27th! If you love animals and want to learn how they’re making a difference in people’s lives, you don’t want to miss thi...

Get ready to go batty with excitement! Join me on Thursday, July 24th for a brand new episode of Batty for Bats: A Dive into the Weird and Wonderful featuring special guest Alyson Brokaw, bat scientist and author of The Weird and Wonderful World of Bats! We’ll be chatting all about these fascinating creatures—how they live, why they’re vital to our ecosystems, and busting the biggest bat myths out...