Animal House w/Deborah Roberts

It's time once again for Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training to join us and answer listeners' questions regarding their puppy or older dog's behavior. In this episode, Darryl helps with dogs who suddenly won't eat or drink out of their bowls, dogs that only go potty in the house, and when, or if, it's a good idea to use a shock collar. Book your training by calling (407) 456-1066 or go to ww...

Kathy Burns from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando and their new Volunteer Coordinator, Kelly Hayn, join us today, along with 3-month-old puppy, 'Chocolate Creme Pie," who's available for adoption. We talk about how they made it through Hurricane Milton, as well as volunteer opportunities that are available, including for high school students looking for college credit. To find out more, go to w...

Senior Ambassador Animal Keeper, Christina O'Donnell, and Zoo Teacher, Emily Geist, joins us from the Central Florida Zoo and bring along some special "fear to fascination" animals, including a Mexican Redknee Tarantula named "Quentin Tarantula," and an Asian Forest Scorpion named, "Rue." They both share some fascinating facts about these amazing animals and how they differ from the ones in Florid...

Darryl Payne with Pawfection Dog Training once again joins us to answer listeners' questions regarding their puppy or dog's behavior. We cover the usual problems, like excessive barking, as well as peeing in the house. But we do cover one problem we don't believe we've ever had before: what to do when your dog "falls out of love" with you. Darryl also reminds everyone to go to www.pawfectiondogtra...

Angie, Ciji, and Daisy the dog, join us from the Humane Society of Lake County to talk about this weekend's Suds, Pups and Pints dog wash fundraiser, and how this money helps them cover their costs throughout the year. Angie shares how, despite having the word "Humane" in their name, they receive no money from the national organization and, instead, 100% of the money they rely on comes directly fr...

Team Lead Zoo Teacher, Jamie Ling, and Ambassador Animal Keeper, Nathan Jordan, join us from the Central Florida Zoo and introduce us to "Gordito," a Cane Toad, also known as the giant neotropical toad or marine toad, another invasive species in Florida. Jamie shares how pet owners need to be on the lookout for these animals since the cane toad has poison glands, and the tadpoles are highly toxic...

Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training joins us once again to answer listeners' questions about their dogs' behavior. In this episode, Darryl covers what to do about incessant barking, how to help an animal that shows aggression after being at a shelter for a long time, when is the right time to spay and neuter your dog, and more. Plus, Pawfection Dog Training will once again be at the Second A...

Kathy Burns and Sally Edmonds join us from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, and bring along Giggles, a 4-month-old Calico kitten available for adoption. Kathy uses today's visit to explain how a cat's coat often determines its gender, and, more often than not, its personality traits, as well. To foster or find your fur-ever friend, go to www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722. See o...

Jodi Carnevale, who founded Madi’s Mission along with Travis James, introduces us to Toothless the Sloth, and shares some truly interesting facts about this fascinating animal. She also shares the goal of Madi's Mission, which is to help environmental awareness and conservation. Learn more at www.madismission.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Education Specialist, Jifu Jennings, and Zoo Teacher, Emily Geist, join us from the Central Florida Zoo and bring along 'Reptaur,' a Blue-tongued skink in honor of World Lizard Day. In addition to sharing some interesting facts about the Blue-tongued skink, Jifu and Emily also talk about their upcoming events, including the Zoo's fourth Sunset event of 2024, Sunset at the Zoo, as they proudly cele...

Christin Burford is the Founder and Director of the C.A.R.E. Foundation (Creating Animal Respect Education Foundation Inc.) The purpose of this non-profit entity is to provide a permanent home for non-releasable exotic & wild animals. Christin brings along two of her residents from the refuge: Petey, the Opossum, and Fergie, a Ball python. She talks about the influx of animals to their Foundation,...

Kathy Burns and Rodney Purvis from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando bring along Jacob, a Frenchie, or French Bulldog, to talk about how, despite the breed's enormous popularity, they are often plagued by health problems, most often caused by irresponsible breeders. They also discuss how your local shelter can help you find your perfect pet and how becoming a foster offers you the chance to help...

Debbie Helsel, Executive Director of the Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge, brings along Luna, an Eastern Screech Owl, to invite everyone to their Sleuths Mystery Dinner Show fundraiser coming up on September 7, 2024. Tickets are on sale now! She also updates us on the status of their construction project for their new facility. To get your tickets to the Sleuths Mystery Dinner Show fundraiser, or to...

Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training joins us to once again answer listeners' questions regarding their dogs' behavior. This time, Darryl tackles 'leash reactivity,' dogs who suddenly become aggressive, and when should crate your dog. Plus, Darryl shares some important tips on what to do if you ever find yourself in the midst of a dog attack. Book your appointment or get more info by calling (4...

Kathy Burns from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando joins us to talk about the continuing 'kitten season' and how you can help by adopting a kitten for National Kitten Day on July 10th. She also discusses Fourth of July safety for your pets and how to keep them calm. Learn more at www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sgt. Jay Nix and former Orange County K9 Deputy Robert Ramos, along with retired K9 Drago, join us from K9s United to talk about their specialty license plate that is available for pre-order in Florida, and how the funds help smaller law enforcement agencies with the costs associated with having K9's on the force. Learn more and pre-order yours at k9sunited.org or call (904) 601.2220. See omnystud...

Zoo Teacher, Taylor Nelson, and Volunteer Coordinator, Sierra Dillard, join us from the Central Florida Zoo, and bring a lesser Madagascar hedgehog tenrec named "Pippin." Interestingly enough, although the word 'hedgehog' is in its name, Pippin more closely resembles a shrew than a hedgehog, and is actually related to an elephant. Taylor and Sierra also talk about how you can celebrate Father's Da...

It's time once again for Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training to stop by and answer listeners' questions. This time, he helps a listener with a beagle that whines when she doesn't get her favorite toy, to another dog who's just started stealing food off the counter, and everything in between. Schedule your training appointment by calling (407) 456-1066 or visit www.pawfectiondogtraining.com. Se...

Cora Berchem, Director of Multimedia and Manatee Research Associate with Save the Manatee Club, joins us to talk about National Safe Boating Week, which is May 18-25, 2024, and how you can help protect manatees while out on the water. She also shares what a mating herd of manatees looks like, and what you should, or should not do, if you see one. Learn more at www.savethemanatee.org or call (407)...

It's time once again for Kathy Burns from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando to stop by, and this time she brought Fiesta, a two-year-old Belgian Malinois that is available for adoption. She also helps Jim figure out if getting a cat is a good idea, and how to protect our four-legged friends from the intense summer heat. To see photos of Fiesta, or to learn more, go to www.petallianceorlando.org...

Lee Asher joins us from The Asher House nonprofit Animal Sanctuary to talk about what it's like to devote your life to rescuing our four-legged friends. Lee talks about that it's like to sleep with 40 dogs in one bed, and what inspired him to establish The Asher House. Learn more at www.theasherhouse.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daisy Fiore coordinates the education programming for the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey in Maitland, Florida, and she brings along Sanford, a 13-year-old Eastern Screech Owl who resides at the center to talk about their upcoming Baby Owl Shower to raise funds to offset increased costs incurred during baby season. Baby season is their busiest season for bird care, sometimes caring for over 100 y...

It's that time once again for Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training to join us and answer listeners' questions. This time, he covers what to do when your new puppy treats your older dog like a chew toy and how old is a puppy before they become a 'teenager,' or adult? Darryl also discusses a really cool idea called a 'dig pit' that you can build for the dog that likes to dig. Book your dog's tr...

Miranda Nathanson joins us from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando to talk about the arrival of ‘kitten season,’ and what that means. She also discusses how to become a foster for kittens of any age, and what they provide to help get you started. To learn more, go to www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bree Burkett, Animal Services Program Coordinator for Seminole County Animal Services, joins us to talk about the importance of foster families for dogs. She says their shelter has been above-capacity for a while, and foster families allow the dogs to spend some time away from the shelter environment, making them more adoptable. And they cover all the costs! Learn more at www.seminolecountypets.co...