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Animals Today May 24, 2020. The history of the animal rights movement. Dogs of WW I. Famous dogs we all love.

May 27, 2020 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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Highlights of the animal rights movement. Lori begins with something any animal advocate ought to know about: the history of the animal rights and welfare movements.  From the practices of ancient spiritual teachers of India, to the ideas of modern philosophers, Lori hopes this condensed history will inspire you to continue learning on your own. […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, Animal rights, Animal Cruelty, Animal fighting, Dogs, General Information

The Working Dogs of World War One

The Working Dogs of World War One

May 25, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

The Working Dogs of World War One The working dogs of World War One played a surprisingly important role alongside army troops of various nations. The National World War One Museum and Memorial have photographs, movies, posters, postcards, and more historical items documenting this elusive yet fascinating part of the war(1). Dogs shuttled messages, hauled […]

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Animals Today May 21, 2020. How animals think and feel with Professor Temple Grandin

May 24, 2020 by Peter Spiegel 3 Comments

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How animals think and feel This show features Professor Temple Grandin of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Services at Colorado State University. For decades, Dr. Grandin has been writing and speaking about how her having autism has helped her obtain a deeper understanding into the minds of animals. Her main insights are that animals, […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, cows, Animal intelligence, Dogs, General Information

Animals Today May 9, 2020. How to keep your pets safe and happy during the coronavirus. What are some interesting facts about sharks?

May 12, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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How to keep your pets safe and happy during the coronavirus The well being of our pets (at least most of them) demands adequate mental and physical stimulation. This show begins with Lori’s tips and ideas on how to keep your pets safe and happy and stimulated during the unusual restrictions placed upon us all […]

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Animals Today May 2, 2020. Pet adoptions and fostering during COVID-19. What’s happening at shelters and at rescues during this lockdown?

May 6, 2020 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Pet adoptions and fostering during COVID-19 Lori begins by welcoming Larissa Wohl, resident pet rescue expert of Hallmark Channel’s “Home and Family.” Is now, during the pandemic quarantine, a good time to adopt and/or foster pets? Larissa emphatically answers yes, but there is a concern that as life normalizes and people return to school and […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, Animal Shelter, General Information, Pet Products

Why is the amphibian population declining?

Why is the amphibian population declining?

May 4, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

Why is the amphibian population declining? The decline in amphibian populations is an ongoing mass extinction of amphibian species worldwide. Since the 1980s, mass localized extinctions and huge decreases in populations have been observed in many locations throughout the world(1). These declines are known as one of the most critical threats to global biodiversity. But […]

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Animals Today April 25, 2020. US funding Chinese virus labs! US live animal markets under scrutiny. What are the chances of zoonotic diseases breaking out?

April 28, 2020 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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US funding Chinese virus labs! We begin by welcoming Justin Goodman from White Coat Waste, where he serves as vice president of advocacy and policy. The US Government is the world’s largest funder of animal experiments, estimated at 20 billion dollars per year. Tens of millions of dollars go overseas yearly. White Coat Waste is […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, Pandemic, General Information

Exposing and closing cockfighting operations

Exposing and closing cockfighting operations

April 25, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

Exposing and closing cockfighting operations Cockfighting is an illegal blood sport in which two roosters specifically bred for aggression are placed beak to beak in a small ring and encouraged to fight to the death. Though illegal in all 50 states, this barbaric practice persists across the nation in all sorts of communities and among […]

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Animals Today April 22, 2020. What should shelters tell potential adopters about dogs who have bitten in the past?

April 22, 2020 by Peter Spiegel 4 Comments

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When someone wants to go to a shelter or a rescue group to adopt a dog, what must the organization disclose about the history of the dog? Specifically, if the dog is believed to have a history of biting, does this need to be disclosed? What should shelters tell potential adopters about dogs who have […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, Dogs

When Will Legislators Learn BSL is Not The Answer?

When Will Legislators Learn BSL is Not The Answer?

April 13, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

Lauren Lee Freelance Writer & Blogger | Pet Content Writer | Animal Advocate & Rescuer I am reading through numerous articles and clippings on Denver, Colorado’s lengthy and highly controversial pit bull ban in the midst of the mayor’s latest decision to veto the repeal on breed specific legislation.  Pictures from the The Rocky Mountain […]

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Animals Today April 5 2020: Can pandemics be avoided? The problem with animal agriculture

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Can pandemics be avoided? Lori’s guest for this show is Dr. John Pippin, Director of Academic Affairs at Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, is a nationwide organization of physicians, scientists, educators, and laypersons that promotes preventive medicine, especially good nutrition, and addresses controversies in modern medicine, including ethical […]

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Animals Today March 28, 2020. Can pets get the coronavirus disease? Animal welfare and investing

March 31, 2020 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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Can pets get the coronavirus disease? Lori kicks off this show beginning with Leigh Hofmeister, DVM, who addresses questions all pet guardians have been wondering about during the Covid-19 viral pandemic including if pets can become ill from the virus and if they can transmit the virus to people and make them ill. They also […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, General Information Tagged With: Investing, Covid-19, Narwhal

China has banned the trade and consumption of wild animals

Animals Today March 7, 2020. China has banned the trade and consumption of wild animals. Faux or fur? Rodenticides.

March 12, 2020 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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China has banned the trade and consumption of wild animals We begin with hot animal news stories from around the world. At long last, we are excited to hear the positive news that China has banned the trade and consumption of wild animals. This was a temporary suspension initially, but once the Coronavirus ( or […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, Fur, General Information, News, Wild animals

Animal rights and welfare. Health benefits of pet ownership.

Animals Today February 22, 2020. Animal rights and welfare. Health benefits of pet ownership.

February 28, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Animal rights and welfare – a condensed history. Lori begins with something any animal advocate ought to know about: the history of the animal rights and welfare movements.  We discuss the practices of ancient spiritual teachers of India, as well as the ideas of modern philosophers, plus much more. Lori hopes this condensed history will […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, Cats, Dogs, General Information, whales

Animals Today February 19, 2020. Is breeding dogs unethical? Don’t forget to brush your pet’s teeth!

February 19, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Is breeding dogs unethical? Lori begins with a detailed exploration into the ethics of dog breeding. The purebred dog industry not only creates innumerable animals with genetic defects, causing dogs to have a lifetime of medical problems and diseases, but also interferes with the adoption of healthy dogs confined in shelters by enticing people to […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, Breeding, Dogs, General Information, Quiz Tagged With: Quiz, veterinary, Dogs

Animals Today February 15, 2020. Why is the egg industry cruel? What is the healthiest food to feed my cat?

February 16, 2020 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Why is the egg industry cruel? Lori begins the show with a discussion of the substantial cruelty that’s part of modern industrial egg production. France and Germany are leading Europe’s drive to improve industry practices, and we hope other countries will follow. Virtually all chickens start off life at industrial hatcheries. Male chicks, who will […]

Filed Under: 2020 Show Archive, Cats, Chickens, General Information

How zoos harm elephants. Legal help for animal advocacy.

Animals Today February 2, 2020. How zoos harm elephants. Legal help for animal advocacy.

February 5, 2020 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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How zoos harm elephants. Lori begins by welcoming back to the show Will Anderson with the elephant program at In Defense of Animals (IDA). Will and Lori discuss IDA’s 2019 review of the worst North American zoos for elephants and the cruel realities of keeping these majestic creatures in captivity. It’s a pretty bleak picture. […]

Filed Under: Education, General Information, Sanctuary, Zoo Tagged With: Zoo, Elephants

Animals Today January 18, 2020. Stolen dog reunited with family. Meth in horse racing. Dog ownership benefits. Dog parks.

January 20, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Stolen dog reunited with family We begin with animal news from around the world including how a stolen dog is reunited with his family thanks to a 2000 mile volunteer-led transport. This is a genuine heart-warming story of survival, determination and cooperation! Meth in horse racing We reveal the scandalous problems with meth in horse […]

Filed Under: Dogs, General Information, News Tagged With: Dogs, News

Fun Animal Idioms

Fun Animal Idioms

January 14, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

When it comes to a fun way of expressing yourself, animal idioms are maybe the funniest and most commonly used type of idioms. Such expressions always have a figurative or rarely, even a literal meaning.  Fun Animal Idioms Also, many of these idioms have little to do with the animals themselves but they are fun […]

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The American Bald Eagle In Our Culture

The American Bald Eagle In Our Culture

January 6, 2020 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

One of the most beautiful and iconic vultures in nature is the American bald eagle. It was chosen as the symbol of the United States of America in 1782 (1), due to its majestic beauty, great strength, and longevity.  The American Bald Eagle In Our Culture – History & Symbolism The American bald eagle in […]

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What does it mean to foster an animal?

Animals Today December 28, 2019. Top animal stories of the year.

December 31, 2019 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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2019 was an exceptional year for animals, with many achievements promoting the welfare and rights of nonhuman animals around the world. One example is California becoming the first state to go fur free, banning the sale and manufacture of new fur items! In this important Animals Today episode, Lori counts down her list of the […]

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Animals Today December 14, 2019: The American Bald Eagle in our culture and why animals are like humans

December 19, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Donald Trump Jr killed rare endangered sheep in Mongolia We begin with animal news stores from around the world including ten grizzlies welcomed at Colorado’s Wild Animal Sanctuary, Donald Trump, Jr. kills protected argali sheep in Mongolia, NY violinist soothes shelter dogs, fallen elderly woman rescued due to actions of pit bull, Simba, and more. […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Books, Hunting, News

What does it mean to foster an animal?

Animals Today December 7, 2019: Passing the PACT Act and choosing the best pet sitter services

December 14, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 3 Comments

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Passing the PACT Act Lori begins with news of President Trump signing and Passing the PACT Act – the Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act into law, providing long overdue penalties for animal cruelty and torture on the federal level. The Passage of the Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act was welcomed by Kitty Block, […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animal Cruelty, General Information

Animals Today November 30, 2019. Why breed-specific legislation is not the answer & being a foster parent for animals

December 8, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Why breed-specific legislation is not the answer Lori begins the show by discussing why breed-specific legislation is not the answer and the various laws and regulations which restrict ownership of certain dog breeds, collectively known as breed-specific legislation (BSL). Many cities and municipalities have enacted such restrictions, believing they will decrease dog bites and promote […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animal rights, Animal fighting, Dogs, General Information Tagged With: Cockfighting, Dogs

Animals Today November 23, 2019. Victory for whales held in Russia! The Challenges African Elephants face

November 28, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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Whales released from Russian whale jail Lori’s first guest is Charles Vinick, Executive Director of the Whale Sanctuary Project. Vinick and his colleagues, which included Jean-Michel Cousteau, were instrumental in persuading Russian officials to get 87 whales released from Russian whale facility. Amongst the whales were beluga whales and 10 captive orca whales, all housed […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Africa, Animal Rescue, Books, Elephants, General Information, whales Tagged With: Books, Whales, Elephants

Why was breed-specific legislation created?

Animals Today November 16, 2019. Dog nutrition controversy, mutton busting and sea turtle poachers arrested!

November 17, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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Sea turtle poachers busted! We begin the show with animal news from around the world including NYC establishes its Office of Animal Welfare, the first sighting in decades of the diminutive mammal called the silver chevrotain in Vietnam, turtle poachers arrested in Florida, an endangered lemur stolen from a Santa Ana zoo is recovered, and […]

Filed Under: Animal rights, 2019 Show Archive, Sheep, Dogs, Exotic animals, General Information, Rodeo Tagged With: Dogs, Rodeo, Wild animals

Why was Breed Specific Legislation created?

Animals Today November 2, 2019. Should animals be used in dangerous jobs? Animals with the strongest bites.

November 11, 2019 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Should animals be used in dangerous jobs? The highly publicized raid which resulted in the death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi again raises the question of whether it is ethical or justifiable to use non-human animals in military and police operations, where the animals face great risks of injury and death. In this instance, Conan, the […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animal rights, Dogs, General Information, News

Animals Today October 26, 2019. Medical testing on animals. Dogs detecting cancer.

October 29, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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Medical testing on animals Lori kicks off the show welcoming Dr. John Pippin, Director of Academic Affairs at Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). As part of PCRM’s work to end the use of live animals in medical and veterinary training programs, it recently was informed that so-called terminal surgeries were being used at Tuskegee […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animal Cruelty, Animal Ethics, Books, Dogs, General Information, News Tagged With: Books, Dogs, News, veterinary

Alternatives to Breed-Specific Legislation

Animals Today October 5, 2019: The history of the animal rights and welfare movements. Risks of rabies.

October 11, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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The history of the animal rights and welfare movements Lori begins with something any animal advocate ought to know about: the history of the animal rights and welfare movements.  From the practices of ancient spiritual teachers of India, to the ideas of modern philosophers, Lori hopes this condensed history will inspire you to continue learning […]

Filed Under: Animal rights, 2019 Show Archive, Books, Cats, General Information Tagged With: History, cats

Animals Today September 28, 2019: The ban on trophy hunting of endangered wild animals- has it ended? Best Pet Friendly Cities.

October 6, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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The ban on trophy hunting of endangered wild animals – has it ended? The Trump administration is allowing the ban on trophy hunting of endangered wild animals to be lifted as an American hunter is allowed to bring body parts of a lion that he shot in Tanzania into the United States. Importing African lions […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Africa, Hunting, Law, Legal, News Tagged With: hunting, Law, News

Animals Today September 14, 2019. Elephants in Captivity and CITES: Banning the export of wild elephants from Africa.

September 17, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 5 Comments

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This show features elephant expert Will Anderson, with In Defense of Animals, who provides the background and events leading up to an important new international agreement to limit the exportation of wild elephants from Africa to the US, China and other countries. Elephants in Captivity Lori begins covering a few key events related to elephants […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animal Sanctuary, Elephants, General Information, Zoo

Animals September 7, 2019: Risks of blue-green algae to dogs. Exposing and closing cockfighting operations.

September 12, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Risks of blue-green algae to dogs This season, there have been reports of dogs becoming sick and dying after exposure to ponds harboring the so-called blue-green algae. Especially frightening is that even clear ponds can sometimes have the blue-green algae growing in them and that exposure can cause rapidly progressive illness and sometimes death.  Veterinarian […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Bees, Dogs, General Information Tagged With: Cockfighting, Dogs, bees

Animals Today August 31, 2019: Will cruel cyanide bombs be banished? Liability and safety tips for dog owners.

September 4, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Will cruel cyanide bombs be banished? Lori begins the show by welcoming Collette Adkins, Carnivore Conservation Director at the Center for Biological Diversity to talk about the animal killing devices known as “cyanide bombs”.  These have been used for decades with the stated purpose of controlling predatory wolves, foxes, coyotes and wild dogs, and the […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animal advocacy, Animal Cruelty, Dogs, General Information, Law, Quiz

miniature horses as service animals

Animals Today August 24, 2019: What did Trump do to the Endangered Species Act? Miniature horses as service animals.

August 29, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Lori begins by welcoming Wendy Keefover, Senior Strategist, Carnivore Protection at the Humane Society of the United States to explain the newly announced rule changes to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by the Trump Administration. The ESA became law in 1973 and currently protects 1600 species in the US and its territories. Wendy explains that […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animal rights, Dogs, General Information, Law

Animals Today August 17, 2019: Finding shelter and homes for ALL animals

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Lori welcomes two special guests on this show: Inga Fricke, Director of Shelter Initiatives and Outreach for the Humane Society of the United States. Holly Sizemore, Chief Mission Officer, Best Friends Animal Society. Finding shelter and homes for ALL animals Over the past few decades, we have made great strides in reducing the number of […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Shelter, Animal Shelter, Cats, Dogs, Euthanasia, General Information

Animals Today August 10, 2019: In defense of pit bulls. Alternatives to Animal testing.

August 17, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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In defense of pit bulls Lori begins with an impassioned discussion In defense of pit bulls on behalf of her favorite type of dog, the pit bull. More than other dogs these days, pit bulls are often seen in a negative light. This has led towns and communities to enact ordinances against specific dog breeds, […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Cats, Dogs, Law, Legal, Quiz

Animals Today August 3, 2019: Why is the amphibian population declining? Choosing toys and treats for dogs.

August 10, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Woman receives jail sentence for feeding cats News of an elderly Ohio woman being sentenced to jail for feeding outdoor cats has become the subject of great interest to animal lovers, the legal community and the general public. We begin today’s show asking legal expert Bob Ferber how this could happen, and if a jail […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Cats, Frogs, General Information, Law, Pet Products, Sharks

Animals Today July 27, 2019: Why should almond milk not be called milk? How can we save orangutans from extinction?

August 4, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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Almond milk vs: almond beverage. Lori begins speaking about deceptive advertising practices employed by the diary industry, and then moves on to the compelling health reasons for eliminating dairy from our diets. With the large variety of alternatives now available, it has never been easier to drop dairy from our diets. Giving up cheese can […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animals Rights, diet, Environment, Extinction, General Information, Government, Healthy eating, Law, Nutrition, Orangutan, Primates, vegan

Animals Today July 13, 2019. Should otters be kept as pets? Will the cat declawing ban become law in New York?

July 18, 2019 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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We begin with hot news stories including Japan resumes commercial whaling, a juvenile black bear was shot by authorities after becoming habituated to people who left food for him, a report predicts most of meat consumed by 2040 will be grown in bioreactors and not from slaughtered animals, a 2 year old boy dies from […]

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Animals Today June 29, 2019: Why exotic animals should not be pets and trap, neuter and release programs for feral cats.

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Why exotic animals should not be pets Private ownership of wild animals like big cats, monkeys and bears typically leads to a life of neglect and cruelty for the animals, as well as presenting risks to the owners and the community. Fortunately, the practice is decreasing, but there remains far too many bad situations around […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Aniamal Cruelty, Animal advocacy, Animal Sanctuary, Cats, General Information, monologue, News

Animals Today June 22, 2019. The cruelty of horse racing. Legal animal news. Cats in popular songs.

June 28, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 4 Comments

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The cruelty of horse racing Lori begins the show with an extended discussion about the cruelty of horse racing.  This season, California’s Santa Anita Park has attracted significant media attention and activity on social media, as the number of horses who have died there keeps growing.  Even Senator Diane Feinstein called for an immediate moratorium […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Books, Cats, Dogs, General Information, Horses, Law

Animals Today June 15, 2019. National Pet Preparedness Month. Preventing Animal Cruelty and Torture Act (PACT).

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National Pet Preparedness Month. Does your emergency plan include your pets? If a natural disaster strikes, like a flood or earthquake, or if you had to be evacuated from your home on short notice, do you have all the supplies your pets need, like their food, medicines, crates and carriers? Have you thought about where […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Hurricane, Disasters, General Information, Law, News

Animals Today June 8, 2019: What to do if you see a dog in a hot car. Laws about emotional support animals

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What to do if you see a dog in a hot car As the summer temperatures rise, you may come across a situation where an animal, typically a dog, has been left alone in a car that is too warm for comfort or safety. Even though it’s no secret that leaving dogs in hot cars […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Dogs, General Information, Law, Medical

Animals Today May 25, 2019. Stopping puppy mills. Pets for Vets. The American Eagle. The complexities of domesticated sheep.

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Stopping puppy mills President Trump is the first White House occupant who has not had a dog, and Lori begins the show sharing Trumps’ comments about not having a first dog. Then, Lori describes how animal advocate Lara Trump, the President’s daughter-in-law, is working with Congressman Matt Gaetz and Congressman Brian Mast to strengthen the […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Sheep, Animal Rescue, Dogs, Eagles, General Information

Animals Today May 18, 2019. Farewell Doris Day. Update on rabies. Ultra potent rodenticides are harming wildlife, pets and children.

May 24, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Lori begins the show with a remembrance of Doris day, who died May 13, 2019 at the age of 97. A Hollywood legend, she was known for her talents as a singer, dancer and as a pioneering advocate for animals. She was an early opponent of animal testing, and persuaded Alfred Hitchcock to ensure humane […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animal advocacy, Animal Sanctuary, Animal Shelter, Dogs, Environment, General Information, Rodent control, Veterinary topics, Wild animals Tagged With: Advocacy, Rabies, Rodents

Animals Today May 11, 2019. Why are so many animals endangered? The PETA International Science Consortium. Tips on adopting abused animals.

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Why are so many animals endangered? Up to 1 million of the world’s 8 million plant and animal species now face extinction. We begin with Lori explaining the results of the UN sponsored report just issued by Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES), titled The IPBES Global Assessment Report on Biodiversity and […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Animal testing, Animal Ethics, Environment, General Information, Giraffe, Government Tagged With: extinction, Dogs, Research

Animals Today May 4, 2019: Another season of seal killing in Canada is here. How do I take my dog to the dog park safely?

May 9, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Another season of seal killing in Canada is here. Each spring, tens of thousands of baby seals in Canada are brutally killed for their pelts. Even though dozens of countries, including Russia and the members of the EU have banned the sale of seal products, and despite strong worldwide condemnation of the seal hunts, the […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Dogs, General Information, Seals Tagged With: commerce, Dogs, seals

Animals Today April 27, 2019. The Iditarod sled dog race must end. Horse, donkey and mule abuse in the Grand Canyon.

May 3, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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The Iditarod sled dog race must end The 2019 version of the Iditarod sled dog race has concluded. Billed as the “Last Great Race on Earth,” it is unfortunate that this race lives on, because the dogs endure tremendous amounts of physical stress during the event, and neglect and cruelty both before and after the […]

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Animals Today April 20, 2019: Do rabbits make good pets? How do you stop illegal dog fighting? Preventing dog bites.

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Do rabbits make good pets? To kick off this show, Lori welcomes Anne Martin, PhD., Executive Director of House Rabbit Society. Lori and Anne begin by talking about the many joys of living with one or more pet rabbits. They continue discussing some of the serious rabbit welfare issues including overpopulation (they are the third most […]

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Animals Today April 6, 2019: High blood pressure in dogs and cats. Ways to reduce stress in shelter dogs

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Hot Animal News We begin with animal news including Senator Feinstein takes an interest in horse deaths at Santa Anita Park racetrack, high pesticide residues present in common fruits and vegetables, Ohio’s state animal is now the shelter pet, the USDA ends a toxoplasmosis research program that killed thousands of kittens, and more. High blood […]

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