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

Jon Patch welcomes animal communicator and author of How to Talk to Your Pets: Animal Communication for Dogs, Cats, & Other Critters, Gail Thackray to Talkin' Pets this week. Animal communicator Gail Thackray believes that everyone can learn to talk to their pets. Gail leads you through specific exercises to develop this skill and guides you step-by-step to connect and communicate. Questions o...

This week Jon Patch welcomes singer Lisa Matassa. With the release of her latest CD, Somebody’s Baby, Long-Island-based Lisa Matassa takes yet another huge step forward in her career as a successful independent artist. The album reflects her musical journey through a collection of songs that are both personal and dynamic. Three of the tunes on the EP were co-written by Lisa herself ("Wouldn’t You...

Jon welcomes film star, Tippi Hedren, most well-known for her roles in two Alfred Hitchcock films, The Birds and Marnie, and her extensive efforts in animal rescue at Shambala Preserve, an 80-acre wildlife habitat which she founded in 1983. Tippi began her long love affair with wild animals in 1969 while doing a film, Satan's Harvest, in Africa. She "met" a mellow lion, and much of her life since...

Jon Patch welcomes author Steve Alten to this week's Talkin' Pets to talk about Steve's new book, Phobos: Mayan Fear. Phobos: Mayan Fear, Steve Alten’s third book in the Mayan Prophecy series, is a doomsday rollercoaster ride of adventure that follows Immanuel Gabriel to the end of the world and back again for one last shot at salvation. During Immanuel’s journey with his deceased grandfather, arc...

Joining Jon Patch this week is Edward Meyer, the vice president of exhibits and archives for Ripley's Believe It Or Not. For over 30 years Edward Meyer has traveled around the world collecting unusual stories and unbelievable artifacts to fill Believe It Or Not books and museums. He is a walking encyclopedia of information, some strange, some gross, but all true. Tune in! Questions or Comments? Se...

Jon Patch welcomes Janice Stillman, editor of The Old Farmer's Almanac. When Janice Stillman joined The Old Farmer's Almanac as Editor in 2000, she made history. Janice is not only the 13th editor in the Almanac's history but also the first female to hold the title. In her role as Editor, Janice oversees the development of the annual publication, working closely with writers and other editors to d...

With its abundance of funny, awe-inspiring, and poignant stories, Gifts of the Crow portrays creatures who are nothing short of amazing. A testament to years of painstaking research and careful observation, this fully illustrated, riveting work is a thrilling look at one of nature’s most wondrous creatures. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3...

Jon Patch welcomes Kim Kavin, author of LITTLE BOY BLUE: A Puppy's Rescue from Death Row and his Owner's Journey for Truth. When Kim Kavin decided that she wanted a puppy, she did what millions of people do every year: clicked on an online photo and submitted an application. She had no idea that the adorable brindle--advertised as healthy and near her home in New Jersey--was actually a last-minute...

Jon Patch and crew broadcast live from Universal Studios Orlando, with special guest, Bash Dibra. When Hollywood stars need to train their pets, they call Bash Dibra. He's taught good manners to dogs owned by Sarah Jessica Parker, Mariah Carey, Jennifer Lopez, and many others. Even Rags, the canine star of Spin City, owes his fame to the coaching of Bash. Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@p...

Bernie Kopell, you know him from The Love Boat and as voice of Baron Von Butcher in Lancelot Link: Secret Chimp joins Jon and Talkin' Pets to discuss the classic TV series now on DVD. In the spirit of Get Smart, ABC’s action-adventure/comedy spy series (1970-72) aired Saturday mornings, starring a cast of chimpanzees whose performances were dubbed with human voices, including those of Dayton Allen...

Jon Patch welcomes intrepid international explorer, biologist, and photographer Mark W. Moffett, ‘the Indiana Jones of entomology,’ and author of the book, Adventures Among Ants. Mark takes us around the globe on a strange and colorful journey in search of the hidden world of ants. In tales from Nigeria, Indonesia, the Amazon, Australia, California, and elsewhere, Moffett recounts his entomologica...

Jon Patch welcomes Maria Goodavage, author of the book, Solder Dogs, which offers a tour of military working dogs' extraordinary training, heroic accomplishments, and the lasting impacts they have on those who work with them. Maria Goodavage, editor and featured writer for one of the world's most widely read dog blogs, tells heartwarming stories of modern soldier dogs and the amazing bonds that de...

Jon Patch welcomes Oh Behave host Arden Moore to talk about pet behavior, her books Happy Cat Happy You and Happy Dog Happy You, and answers questions about how to achieve harmony in the household with your pets! Questions or Comments? Send them to: jon@petliferadio.com. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - Paws Up- It’s Arden Moore with Jon Patch Become a supporter of this podcast: https://...

Jon Patch, broadcasting live from Universal Studios Orlando, welcomes Marie Mead, author of Rabbits: Gentle Hearts, Valiant Spirits. This isa book of true stories about rescued rabbits. Marie’s inspiration for the book came from Kali, a black fuzzy lop-eared bunny rescued from a preschool classroom, where she’d been mistreated and neglected. Kali turned out to be such a surprise: strength of will...

In the first half of the show Jon Patch chats with Dog Talk Diva, Camilla Gray Nelson about her book, Lipstick and the Leash: Dog Training A Woman’s Way. Then Jon Patch talks to Richard Young of the award-winning country rock band, The Kentucky Headhunters about their new album, which is their 12th which they recorded in their farm house on 700 acres in Kentucky. Richard also talks about their new...

Jon Patch broadcasts live from Hotel Penn in New York City at the Westminster Dog Show. Jon’s first guest is Jerry Grymek, the official "Doggie Concierge" of the Hotel Pennsylvania. Jerry loves greeting guests and considers all of the dogs as his own. Unlike many hotels in New York City, the Hotel Pennsylvania does not impose a size/weight limit. All dogs are welcome, all year round! Next, Jon cha...

Jon patch chats with Dan Morrison, Executive Director of SEAACA (Southeast Area Animal Control Authority). SEAACA is the regional animal care provider for Lakewood, California and eleven other cities. SEAACA also collects stray animals, provides low-cost spaying and neutering services, and operates an animal shelter from its headquarters in Downey. Another major job is their investigation of repor...

This week Jon Patch chats with Mike Bender, Hollywood screenwriter and creator of the Awkward Family Pet Photos book and website. The authors of the New York Times bestseller Awkward Family Photos are back with a hilarious tribute to the unbreakable and sometimes uncomfortable bond between people and their pets. There are few things more rewarding than having a pet. They love us unconditionally, s...

Jon Patch welcomes Diana Reiss, author of Dolphin In The Mirror. Diana Reiss is one of the world’s leading experts on dolphin intelligence. In addition, as a dolphin advocate, she is a leading rescuer who helped inspire and served as an adviser for the Oscar-winning film The Cove. Here, she combines her science and activism to show just how smart dolphins really are and why we must stop mistreatin...

Jon Patch welcomes David FitzSimmons to chat about his new book, Curious Critters. Photographer David FitzSimmons turns his camera on a variety of animals common throughout North America. Curious Critters presents stunning images of everyday animals, including a red flat bark beetle, an Eastern spiny softshell turtle, a spotted salamander, and many other intriguing creatures. Each Curious Critter...

On this Halloween show, Jon Patch welcomes Alive Again show host and pet reincarnation expert Brent Atwater. Brent is your answer resource for USA & Global Animal reincarnation and Pet reincarnation questions. Brent’s show expands your awareness, ignites hope, heals hearts and empowers your ability to talk with and touch your pet . Ms Atwater teaches you about human animal spiritual contracts...

Film star and animal advocate Tippi Hedren joins Jon Patch to talk about recent events in Ohio where exotic pets were released into the public. Animal rights advocates agreed there was little local authorities could have done to save the dangerous creatures once they began roaming the countryside after their owner released them. Tippi began her long love affair with wild animals in 1969 while doin...

Jon Patch welcomes Jay Hemdal, author of the book Bugs as Pets (Animal Planet Pet Care Library). This book features most of the common insects, spiders, and other arthropods of North America, plus exotic species that are available at pet shops. It includes discussions of mantises, caterpillars, tarantulas, millipedes, hissing roaches, and much more--covering more than 50 species in total. Jay is t...

Jon Patch chats with Ethan Zohn and Jenna Morasca from the CBS TV series, "Survivor" and "The Amazing Race." Jenna Morasca is an actress, former swimsuit model and American reality TV contestant who was the million-dollar grand prize winner of Survivor: The Amazon and previously worked for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling. Ethan Zohn is an American reality television series contestant who won $1,000...

Jon Patch welcomes Burt Ward, "Robin" from the TV series Batman. Burt is the owner/operator of Gentle Giants Rescue. Gentle Giants Rescue and Adoptions is a national organization that rescues more than one thousand dogs and puppies each year from countless animal shelters and individuals all across America, and even from some foreign countries. They rescue all of our many breeds as well as "Unique...