Animal House w/Deborah Roberts

Kathy Burns, Director of Operations for the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, talks about the need of pet parents in our area to secure pet food, and what the community can do to help. She also discusses the many services the Pet Alliance offers the community, from free shot clinics, to low-cost veterinary services, to a pet food pantry, and more. Learn more at www.petallianceorlando.org. See omnys...

Dr. Jim Whitworth, PhD, LCSW, is a researcher at UCF who is very familiar with the K9 Partners for Patriots program. He’s an Associate Professor and Coordinator, Military Social Work Certificate Program. Because of his vast experience, Dr. Whitworth was able to share with listeners the uniqueness of the K9P4P program, and why it works so well for veterans with PTSD. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Sarrah Bates from the Central Florida Zoo joins us via Zoom video, along with Animal Care Technician Madison, and ‘Rhino,’ the Rhino Iguana, to talk about the Zoo reopening amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, and the new procedures in place for Zoo visitors. Learn more at www.centralfloridazoo.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darryl Payne, with Pawfection Dog Training, checks in via Zoom to talk about all the training he’s been doing, thanks to an increase in fur-ever homes due to the coronavirus pandemic. He also answers listeners’ questions about their behavioral problems. Learn more at www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or give them a call at (407) 456-1066. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deb Munini, the Volunteer Coordinator for The Animal League in Lake County, discusses how COVID-19 has impacted shelter operations, as well as the help they offer to pet parents impacted financially. Learn more at www.theanimalleague.org or give them a call at (352) 429-6334. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Savannah Boan, from Monsters in the Morning, along with her partner, Mike, from Gatorland, join us to talk about their resident alligators and crocodiles, including knowing all 70 names! She also talks about the success of ‘School of Croc,’ which is helping students, teachers and parents alike to keep science and biology interesting while we continue to socially distance. See omnystudio.com/listen...

Diane Delano is the founder and operator of the Wild Horse Rescue Center in Webster, Florida. Along with their 46 Mustangs, the center also cares for over 25 dogs, chickens, pigs, ducks, even a fainting goat! Just like everywhere else, COVID-19 has severely impacted their day-to-day operations, and ability to care for the animals. If you’re in a position to help, you can give at snapfund.com or Go...

Today is ‘National Lovers Day,’ and Sarrah Bates with the Central Florida Zoo calls in to talk about how the animals are being cared for in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak, as well as the staff. We also discuss what the Central Florida community can do to support the Zoo. Learn more at www.centralfloridazoo.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training calls in to discuss the tips and tricks people can use with their dogs, now that we’re spending more time at home, thanks to COVID-19. Learn more by calling (407) 456-1066 or online at www.pawfectiondogtraining.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Debbie Smith of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando calls in to talk about the many services the Pet Alliance can offer pet parents in Central Florida during the COVID-19 outbreak, including veterinary care and a pet food pantry. Dr. Smith also discusses the effects of coronavirus on our animals. Learn more at www.petallianceorlando.org or give them a call at (407) 351-7722. See omnystudio.com...

Sarrah Bates with the Central Florida Zoo stops by with Butterscotch, a Holland Lop Rabbit. We talked about what it's like to have a rabbit as a pet since Easter is a popular time for families to bring baby bunnies home. We also talked about the Zoo's response to COVID-19, as well as upcoming events. Learn more at www.centralfloridazoo.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training stops by to help listeners who are having problems with their pups, both young and old! Check him out at www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or give him or his wife, Pennie, a call at (407) 456-1066. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Debbie Smith with the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando stops by, along with her cat, Marty, to answer listeners' questions about their dogs, cats, rats, and even a potbelly pig! They also have three veterinary clinic locations to serve you: Orlando, Sanford, and Alafaya. Check them out at www.petallianceorlando.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Billy and Natalie Cole from Linden Hollow Sheep Farm in St. Cloud stop by to talk about the United States Border Collie Handlers Association's Sheep Herding Event taking place on their farm. And to help promote the event, they brought along Curly, a 2-month-old ram! Check out the Linden Hollow Sheep Farm on their Facebook page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarrah Bates from the Central Florida Zoo stops by with Sal, a Tiger Salamander, to talk about this fascinating creature, along with what's happening at the Zoo. Check them out at www.centralfloridazoo.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training drops by to help listeners' with their dogs and any problem behavior they may be experiencing. Give them a call at (407) 456-1066 or check them out at www.pawfectiondogtraining.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kathy and Karen of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando stop by with sweet pup, Ginger, a rescue from the recent devastating earthquakes in Puerto Rico. Along with talking about Ginger looking for her fur-ever home, they also talk about their upcoming Paws in the Park 2020, taking place on Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Lake Eola. Register today at PawsInThePark.org or find your fur-ever friend at...

Savannah Boan, from Monsters in the Morning and Gatorland, stops by with some interesting critters: a Reticulated Python, a Burmese Python, a baby Alligator, and an Argentine Tegu lizard. Needless to say, insanity ensues in this latest episode of Animal House! Follow Savannah on Twitter, @thesavannahboan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarrah Bates from the Central Florida Zoo stops by with 'Thorn,' a Chilean Rose Haired Tarantula, to talk about this fascinating creature, along with what is new at the Zoo. Check them out at www.centralfloridazoo.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training stops by to help folks tackle problems with new puppies brought home for the holidays, or older dogs developing bad habits for the New Year. Check them out at www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or give them a call at (407) 456-1066. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caryn and Lauren from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando bring along "Tiffany," an 8-year-old Havanese-mix, in an effort to promote finding fur-ever homes for shelter pets in time for the holidays. They're also promoting adopting older animals, who are often already trained, and easier to manage. Learn more at www. PetAllianceOrlando.org.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarrah Bates, with the Central Florida Zoo, stops by with Reptar, a Blue-tongued Skink. Along with learning about Reptar, Sarrah also talks about the Asian Lantern Festival and even Santa making a visit to the Central Florida Zoo. Learn more at www.centralfloridazoo.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just in time for giving or getting puppies for Christmas, Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training joins us to talk about training both puppies and older dogs, along with other behavioral issues. Contact Pawfection Dog Training at (407) 456-1066. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have the guys from Gentle Goodbyes Pet Aquamation in for Animal House. www.gentleaqua.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Animal House, we talk to Caitlin Terry, the Founder and Creative Director for CabaYoga, which blends yoga with horses. Caitlin explains the concept behind equine yoga, while also introducing us to her horses Jeffery, Bling and Izzy. Learn more at cabayoga.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.