Talkin' Pets - Fun-filled Discussions About Pets - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio

Jon Patch welcomes Gregg Oehler, Media Director for the Pet Hero Awards. et Hero Awards promote public awareness of the causes that protect our animals. The Pet Hero Awards celebrate individuals, associations, professionals, pets and business organizations that demonstrate a commitment to improving and protecting animal lives. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More details...

This week Jon Patch talks to Michael Wombacher, author of, Good Dog, Happy Baby: Preparing Your Dog for the Arrival of Your Child. For years dog trainer Michael Wombacher has worked with expecting dog owners to prevent problems between dogs and children. He has also unfortunately witnessed too many families forced to surrender their beloved family companions because they failed to prepare the dog...

This week Jon Patch talks to Dr. Bo Brock, author of Crowded in the Middle of Nowhere. What do you do when you have a goat in your kitchen in the middle of the night? Why should you never put a pig in your mouth? With humor and heart, seasoned Texas veterinarian Bo Brock answers these questions and many more in his lighthearted collection of autobiographical essays, crowded in the middle of nowher...

Jon Patch chats with Nancy Furstinger, author of Paws of Courage. Modern wars recruit more than just human soldiers. Our canine companions also serve in the line of duty and under fire, whether helping police protect our home turf or accompanying soldiers on missions abroad. Readers will cheer for the hero dogs featured in this collection, profiled with stunning photos and inspiring tales of brave...

This week Jon Patch chats with Dr. Aubrey Ross from the new Animal Planet show, The Vet Life. The Vet Life follows veterinarians Dr. Diarra Blue, Dr. Aubrey Ross and Dr. Michael Lavigne, who recently moved to Houston to open a full-service veterinarian hospital and animal shelter together. The series captures the doctors' lives as they juggle running a new business while managing their family life...

PetStaurant Owner and Founder of The Animal Hope and Wellness Foundation, Marc Ching, joins Jon and Talkin' Pets to discuss Japanese herbal and holistic nutrition for pets as well as his efforts to save animals - also Jillyn Sidlo will be on air with Jon all 3 hours to discuss pet behavior and training. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podc...

Jon Patch chats with Jeff Lazarus, author of Listen Like a Dog. Although they don't understand most of our verbal language, dogs listen with their entire being. They don't interrupt us, finish our sentences, offer advice, try to top our stories or text us instead of talking to us. Dogs pay extremely close attention by studying facial expressions, observing body language, watching eye movements and...

Jon Patch chats with Laura Dash, Stuntwoman, Actress, Stunt Double For Kids, Dog Trainer and star of Second Chance Chihuahuas on NatGeo Wild. Follow Laura Dash and Jim Peterson as they run Dolittle's Ranch in California, where they have rescued more than two thousand Chihuahuas. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Second Chance Chihu...

Does your dog have stinky breath? This week Jon Patch talks to Jacqui Rosshandler, President of Woofmints. Woofmints are super effective breath fresheners for your pooch. The organic peppermint and parsley oil dissolves in your dog’s stomach providing fresh breath from within. Results expected after approximately 7 days of consecutive use. The oils in the gel caps dissolve in your dog’s stomach an...

Jon Patch talks to Jerry Grymek, the official 'Doggie Concierge' of the Hotel Pennsylvania in New York City about what to expect at this year's Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Westminster Preview Show with Jon Patch Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talkin-pets-...

Jon Patch welcomes back Environmental Ed to talk about environmental issues, Turkeys on planes, Star Wars and more! Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Environmental Ed Returns with Jon Patch Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talkin-pets-fun-filled-discussions-about-pets-pets-animals-on-pet-life-rad...

Jon Patch starts off the new year chatting about service dogs on planes, Puerto Rico, new puppies and more! Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Happy New Year with Jon Patch Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talkin-pets-fun-filled-discussions-about-pets-pets-animals-on-pet-life-radio--6670167/suppor...

Jon Patch welcomes Rick Woodford, author of the book Chow: Simple Ways to Share the Foods You Love with the Dogs You Love . Nobody keeps us company in the kitchen as faithfully as our dogs. As patiently as dogs wait, they are often disappointed by their same boring bowl of food, which is missing many important nutrients. The wait is over―here comes CHOW! CHOW shows you the benefits of more than 10...

Jon Patch and gang talk to Dr. Pia Salk, author of The Total Dog Manual and is the spokesperson for www. Adopt-A-Pet.com. The Total Dog Manual has everything from how to choose and understand your pet as well as appropriate training methods and environments, to selecting the right food, toys, and care for your new family member. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More detail...

Jon Patch talks with photographer Sophie Gamand about her new book, Wet Dog. Every dog owner knows too well the fun and misery of bath time: the wriggles, the poignant looks, the playful splashes. WET DOG, by photographer Sophie Gamand, is a stunning and touching capture of this intimate moment. Elevating dog photography to the status of art, these expressive portraits of our canine friends mirror...

Jon Patch chats with Kate Smith, author of Don't Fart When You Snuggle: Lessons on How to Make a Human Smile. Meet Frank. His goal in life is to make humans smile. And that's exactly what he and his wisecracking pals do in this guide to living the good life- of a dog! From the creator of the popular greeting card line From Frank- , this playful book offers advice for dogs, by dogs, that's sure to...

Jon Patch chats with actress and animal advocate Shannon Elizabeth about her upcoming film, Marshall's Miracle. Twelve-year-old Finn endures daily torment from the bullies at his school. But his life begins to change the day that he encounters a Labrador retriever named Marshall. He finds the dog being held in deplorable conditions, at the mercy of an animal hoarder who keeps 60 dogs penned up on...

Jon Patch welcomes Caryn Wolff, author of Puppy Socialization:: An Insider's Guide to Dog Behavioral Fitness. "Puppy Socialization - An Insider’s Guide to Dog Behavioral Fitness" guides you and your puppy through the socialization process safely and effectively. Endorsed by trainers, owners, and veterinarians, this book gives tips to breeders, owners, and rescue groups on how to socialize puppies...

Jon Patch talks to Jeff Lazarus, author of Dogtology: Live. Bark. Believe. Dogtology is a humorous exploration of man's fanatical devotion to Dog. In this book, Lazarus makes the case that Dogtology has become a bone-a-fide belief system on par with the world's great philosophies and religions. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dog...

Jon Patch talks with Pet Life Radio host Tim Link about his new book, Talking with Dogs and Cats: Joining the Conversation to Improve Behavior and Bond with Your Animals. If you’ve ever wondered what your animal was trying to tell you with a bark, meow, or tweet, this is the book for you. Animal communicator Tim Link’s approach respects the personality and feelings of animals, and his simple, acce...

This week Jon Patch chats with David Fung, co-author of Menswear Dog Presents the New Classics: Fresh Looks for the Modern Man. Bodhi, the Shiba Inu behind the beloved blog Menswear Dog, is here to show you how to dress like a man. Organized seasonally, The New Classics highlights the timeless, can’t-go-wrong items every man needs in his wardrobe—from a chambray shirt to a perfectly fitted peacoat...

This week Jon Patch talks to Dr. Brian Hare, host of NatGeo Wild's Is Your Dog a Genius? Nat Geo WILD’s inaugural BarkFest weekend features the world premiere of the three-part series, Is Your Dog a Genius?, premiering Friday, May 15 at 10 PM ET/PT, with dog scientist Dr. Brian Hare using his groundbreaking research to help dog owners better understand their canine companions. He introduces at-hom...

Jon Patch talks to Kirk Miller DVM, Clinical Instructor at Oregon State University, and practicing veterinarian for the Portland Humane Society about faster, safer, and more effective spay methods. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Pedicle Tie for Cat Spays with Jon Patch Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com...

Jon Patch talks to Kathy Smith, founder of a non-profit called Dog Tag Heroes to help veterans and their families with quality of life issues, which other organizations often overlook. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Dog Tag Heroes with Jon Patch Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talkin-pets-fun...

Jon Patch talks to Tristan Donovan, author of Feral Cities: Adventures with Animals in the Urban Jungle. We tend to think of cities as a realm apart, somehow separate from nature, but nothing could be further from the truth. In Feral Cities Tristan Donovan digs below the urban gloss to uncover the wildlife that we share our streets and homes with. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petlifera...