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Animals Today May 7 2012 – CA State Senator Ted Lieu and advocate Jacqueline Mercier Berman

May 7, 2012 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/050612.mp3 This week’s show featured California State Senator Ted Lieu. Senator Lieu is trying to ban the use of packs of dogs to hunt bears and bobcats in California. If you also are horrified to learn that this practice still exists, listen in and learn what you can do to end it. Senator Lieu has […]

Filed Under: 2012 Show Archive, Bears, Cats, Companion animals, Dogs, General Information, Legal Tagged With: groomer, Bears, hunting, Dogs, cats

Books Received for Review May 2012

May 5, 2012 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

From the Books Received Department: Five books came in for review this week.  We cannot read them all but will try to choose one or two that would be best for the radio show. Lipstick and the Leash: Dog Training a Woman’s Way, by Camilla Gray-Nelson. The press release reads, “Lipstick and the Leash: Dog […]

Filed Under: Books, Cats, Companion animals, Dogs Tagged With: Books, Dogs, cats

Animals Today April 1, 2012 – Helping greyhounds with Christine Dorchak from Grey2K USA; Animal fighting legislation with US Representative Tom Marino

April 2, 2012 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/040112.mp3 April is National Adopt a Greyhound Month, and this show featured two segments on greyhounds with the head of the country’s premier greyhound advocacy group, Christine Dorchak. Christine described the creulty inherent in the greyhound racing, and Grey 2K USA’s efforts to end the industry. Listen in and learn if you should adopt a […]

Filed Under: 2012 Show Archive, Business, Dogs, General Information, Law Tagged With: Law, Politics, Animal fighting, Dogs

Animals Today March 25, 2012. Assembly member Amy Paulin, Jane Hoffman, and Laura Allen. The Shelter Access Bill of New York

March 25, 2012 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/032512.mp3 In segments one and two, New York Assembly member Amy Paulin (from NY’s 88th district), and Jane Hoffman from The Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals, discussed the Shelter Access Bill in New York State. They made a very convincing case for the law being passed. In segment three, Laura Allen from Animal Law Coalition […]

Filed Under: 2012 Show Archive, Animal Rescue, Cats, Companion animals, Dogs, General Information, Law, Legal Tagged With: Law, Dogs, shelters, Pets, cats

Animals Today – Feb 26, 2012 – Taucher and Corcoran

March 1, 2012 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/022612.mp3 On this show we revisited and updated two ongoing and important stories. First, attorney Marla Taucher came on to discuss how the Hayden Law in California (the law that gives animals who enter shelters a few important days to get adopted or reunited before euthanasia) is threatened, and what pet  lovers need to do […]

Filed Under: 2012 Show Archive, Animal Rescue, Cats, Companion animals, Dogs, General Information, Horses, Law, Legal Tagged With: Law, Horses, Dogs, cats

Animals Today Jan 29, 2012 – Bryant and Zebrowski

February 2, 2012 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/012912.mp3 On this show, Lori first interviewed UCLA Law Professor Taimie Bryant. The  California Hayden law, which she was responsible for drafting, has been successful in reducing the number of animals euthanized in shelters. However, it is now under attack by Governor Jerry Brown. No one knows this material better than Bryant. Listen in to […]

Filed Under: 2012 Show Archive, Cats, Companion animals, Dogs, Law, Legal Tagged With: Law, Dogs, cats

Animals Today – January 15, 2012 – Jenifer Wallis and Allie Phillips

January 26, 2012 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/011512.mp3 On this show, Lori interviewed attorney and animal advocate, Jenifer Wallis. They discussed the comprehensive dog population control legislation in place in New Hampshire. The effect has been to virtually cure the pet overpopulation problem in the state. Also, they discussed Jenifer’s experiences being vegan in Alabama. Note: There are not many vegans in […]

Filed Under: 2012 Show Archive, Animal Rescue, Cats, Companion animals, Dogs, General Information, Law Tagged With: Pets, Books, Animal rights, Dogs, cats

Animals Today, December 25, 2011 – Robinson and Kriger

December 25, 2011 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/122511.mp3 First, Lori interviewed Jill Robinson, Founder and CEO of Animals Asia. They discussed the practice of people consuming dogs and cats for food in China. Animals Asia has a number of programs to reduce this practice and to encourage people to regard dogs and cats as pets and companions. Visit Animals Asia here. It […]

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Amphibians, Asia, Bears, Cats, Companion animals, diet, Dogs, Featured Books, For Children, Frogs, General Information Tagged With: Dogs, Pets, Books, Amphibians, Asia, Bears

Animals Today – Dec 12, 2011. Eating a plant-based diet and helping the strays of Mexico

December 17, 2011 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/121111.mp3 On today’s show Lori interviewed Dr. Donald Forrester, with Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. Don advocates a plant-based diet for his patients, and discussed the cardiovascular benefits of omitting all animal products from one’s diet. Visit PCRM here. Then, Lori discussed the problem of stray dogs and cats in Mexico with Marlene Revelen and […]

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Animal Rescue, Cats, diet, Dogs, General Information, vegan Tagged With: cats, Dogs, Pets, Veganism

Animals Today November 6, 2011 – Galapagos Update

November 13, 2011 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/110611.mp3 On this week’s show we featured interviews with two fascinating guests representing different groups in the Galapagos Islands. We met up with them at the 2011 FARM animal rights conference. First, we spoke with Tod Emko, who is President of Darwin Animal Doctors. They bring qualified vets to the Galapagos to help all of […]

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Cats, Dogs, Environment, General Information Tagged With: Animal behavior, Dogs, Wild animals, cats, Galapagos

Animals Today, September 18, 2011 – Dodman and Davidson

September 18, 2011 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/091811.mp3 On this week’s show, we were first joined by Dr. Nicholas Dodman.  Nick is Professor, Section Head and Program Director of the Animal Behavior Department of Clinical Sciences at the Tufts Cummings school of Veterinary Medicine, book author, media personality and lecturer. He and his colleagues have made some groundbreaking discoveries into canine compulsive […]

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Amphibians, Animal behavior/ ethology, Dogs, General Information Tagged With: Amphibians, Animal behavior, Dogs, Frogs

Animals Today August 28, 2011 Pet Pigs and Presidents’ Dogs

August 30, 2011 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/082811.mp3 This week’s show began with a mini-rant about the missed opportunity by the Obamas to adopt a dog from a shelter. What an impact that could have had! Instead, Bo came from a breeder via the Kennedys. We are on that topic because the second guest in the hour was Presidential Dog expert, Kate […]

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Companion animals, Dogs, General Information, Pigs Tagged With: Pets, Pigs, Presidents, Dogs

Animals Today show of July 17, 2011

July 21, 2011 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/071711.mp3 We had two great guests on today’s show. First, we meet whale advocate and former tennis pro Michael Fishbach. He is now with the Great Whale Conservancy, and we recently learned about his work when we viewed his amazing video here. Then, author Dean Koontz joins us to talk about A Big Little Life […]

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Dogs, General Information Tagged With: Books, Dogs, Whales

Animals Today June 26, 2011- Primate rescue and CA speciality license plates for animals

July 2, 2011 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/062611.mp3 On today’s show, Priscilla Feral joins us to speak about the wildlife sanctuary, Primarily Primates, where she is President of their Board of Directors. Here is the video describing Eagle Scout Joshua and Oliver, the blind chimp he helped. I was hoping to discuss this more but I am sure you will like this video. […]

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Cats, Companion animals, Dogs, General Information, Wildlife rehabilitation Tagged With: cats, Dogs, Sanctuary, Wild animals

Animals Today May 8, 2011: America’s Family Pet Expo, Orange County, CA

June 26, 2011 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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http://s3.amazonaws.com/at-radio/050811.mp3 Peter and I recently ventured to cover the 2011 America’s Family Pet Expo, in Costa Mesa California. We went partly out of curiosity, wanting to see what of interest to animal rights oriented people would be there. Of course, we also have pets so we are somewhat interested in the pet scene, though pets […]

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Cats, Conferences, Dogs, General Information, Pet Products Tagged With: Pets, Conferences

Animals Today February 6, 2011: Traveling with dogs and cats.

February 6, 2011 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Traveling with pets. Heather Lombardi, whose kitten died after transport in airline cargo; Dr. Elisa Mazzaferro, DVM; Practical tips about pet travel. Gale Lang, of TLC Pet Transport.

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Cats, Dogs Tagged With: Dogs, cats

Animals Today January 9, 2011: Should the newly passed Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act in Missouri be repealed or changed?

January 9, 2011 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Should the newly passed Puppy Mill Cruelty Prevention Act in Missouri be repealed or changed? State Senator Chuck Pergason; MSVA representative Dr. David Pragil; MO state director of the HSUS, Barbara Schmitz.

Filed Under: 2011 Show Archive, Dogs, Law Tagged With: Puppy mill, Dogs

Animals Today Nov 17, 2009: Professor Holzer on mandatory spay/neuter regulation.

November 17, 2009 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

Filed Under: Cats, Dogs, General Information, Law

Animals Today September 27, 2009: Rescue Ink. Legal and legislative update with Laura Allen.

September 27, 2009 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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This show features Eric from the hit show, Rescue Ink Unleashed. Then, Laura Allen from Animal Law Coalition discusses a variety of legislative efforts including limiting devocalization and other animal cruelty topics.    

Filed Under: 2009 shows, Dogs, General Information, Law

Animals Today July 5, 2009. The cruel practice of horse slaughter. Stacey O’Brien discusses her book, Wesley the Owl. Animal news.

July 5, 2009 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Lori begins with a shocking and informative discussion about horse slaughter in the US with John Holland, Founder and President of Equine Horse Alliance. The organization is indeed “The Conscience of the Horse Industry.” Holland is followed by Attorney Laura Allen from the Animal Law Coalition, who covers the pertinent legal aspects of horse slaughter. […]

Filed Under: Owls, 2009 shows, Books, Dogs, General Information, Horses Tagged With: Horses, Animal Cruelty, Dogs, wildlife rehabiliation, Quiz

Animals Today June 7, 2009. Bullfighting. Ending canine devocalization. Veterinary Ophthalmology.

June 7, 2009 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Lori begins the show discussing the cruelty of bullfighting. The rest of the hour is devoted to devocalization, with Joel Woolfson, DVM, Cheryl Major of the Coalition to Protect and Rescue Pets, and Attorney Laura Allen of the Animal Law Coalition. Amazing lineup! The second hour features many aspects of eye and vision health with […]

Filed Under: 2009 shows, Eyes, Animal behavior/ ethology, Animals Rights, Dogs, General Information

Animals Today May 31, 2009

May 31, 2009 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Lori begins discussing statistics about dog bites. Then Janice Krish with HSUS talks about the value of humane education. Peter then beats caller Yadira by a hare in an animal trivia quiz. In the second hour, Lori starts with some Vick news and opinion, leading to an interview with John Polis of Best Friend Animals […]

Filed Under: 2009 shows, Animal Rescue, Animal Sanctuary, Animal Shelter, Books, Dogs, General Information, Humane education, News

Animals Today May 10, 2009. Dog rescue stories. Horse racing cruelty with Elliot Katz, DVM. Author Richard Conniff.

May 10, 2009 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Lori begins with the local story of Michelle and her heroic act of dog rescue! Lori then reflects about her very sweet dog, Josie, who she rescued off the streets. Then Lori welcomes Elliot Katz, DVM, founder of In Defense of Animals to talk about the cruelty of horse racing. In the second hour, she […]

Filed Under: Animal rights, 2009 shows, Animal Rescue, Books, Dogs, General Information, Horses Tagged With: Horses, Books, Dogs

Animals Today April 19, 2009. Obamas blow chance to adopt a dog. Feral cats. Animal hoarding.

April 19, 2009 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Lori kicks off by discussing the Obamas acquisition of a new dog. It is very clear this one was not rescued, missing a chance to set a meaningful example. Then she welcomes Donna Cosgrove Baker from the Feral Cat Caretakers’ Coalition, for a deep dive into free roaming or community cats.  Then, try to guess […]

Filed Under: 2009 shows, Animal Cruelty, Cats, Dogs, General Information, hoarding

Animals Today April 5, 2009. Clone your pet? Orthopedic concerns in dogs. Top pet products. Rabbits as pets. Vivisection.

April 5, 2009 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Lori begins with a discussion about cloning pets. Will this become a popular practice? Then, Dr. Peter Sebestyen discusses common orthopedic issues in dogs. Lori then welcomes Bob Vetere, President of the American Pet Product Association who tells us about hot products and trends in the industry. Lori then discusses some verrry high end items […]

Filed Under: Dogs, General Information, Quiz, Rabbbits, sled dogs, Veterinary topics

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