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Animals Today February 2, 2019: Live animal markets in US. Dolphins are dying at Dolphinaris Arizona. Polar Bears.

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Animals in the news. We begin with hot animal news of the week including an airport detection dog finding 5000 leeches in a suitcase, a 22 year old zoo employee killed by a lion in North Carolina, bone cancer in dogs treated with immunotherapy is a new method that might help humans, and the top […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, Aniamal Cruelty, Bears, Dolphins, General Information, News Tagged With: Bears, Animal Cruelty, Dolphins

Animals Today January 26, 2019: Dental issues in dogs. What is animal hoarding?

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Animal News. We begin with stories about the fear of spiders, drug detection dogs, a very special dog adoption, extraordinary measures taken by one woman to keep her cats nearby, Wally the emotional support alligator, and more. Dental issues in dogs. Then Lori talks about dental issues in dogs and shares some memories about one […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, General Information, Law, News, Veterinary topics Tagged With: Pets, Animal Cruelty, Law

Animals Today Jan 19, 2019: Pigs as companion animals. Penguin update. A new vegan mentoring program.

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Hot Animal News! We begin news of a new law in California, where pet stores will only be permitted to sell dogs, cats and rabbits from rescue groups or shelters, and not from breeding facilities. Also, an Iowa ag-gag law was just struck down as a violation of 1st amendment protections, and the demand for […]

Filed Under: 2019 Show Archive, General Information, News, Penguins, Pigs, vegan, Veterinary topics Tagged With: Pigs, Pets, Penguins, Veganism

Japan quits International Whaling Commission

Animals Today January 5, 2019: Japan quits International Whaling Commission. Profile of animal advocate, Lori Marino, PhD.

January 7, 2019 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Japan quits International Whaling Commission The government of Japan has announced it will leave the International Whaling Commission, cease whaling in the Southern Ocean, and begin commercial whaling in the Pacific Ocean. To explain the significance of this action, Peter welcomes Kitty Block, President of Humane Society International and Acting President and CEO of the […]

Filed Under: Profiles, 2019 Show Archive, General Information, Law, vegan, whales Tagged With: Pets, Law, Whales, Veganism

PETA’s Ingrid Newkirk

Animals Today December 22, 2018: PETA’s Ingrid Newkirk. Striking at the Roots, by Mark Hawthorne.

December 25, 2018 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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PETA’s Ingrid Newkirk Lori kicks off this show with Ingrid Newkirk, President and Co-founder of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). Founded in 1980, PETA is the worldwide leader advocating for the rights of all living beings, and Newkirk continues to provide strong and unwavering leadership of the organization. They discuss many topics […]

Filed Under: Animal rights, 2018, Books, General Information, News Tagged With: Animal rights, Books

Animals Today December 8, 2018: Animals and mandatory evacuations in natural disasters. The dangers of raw meat pet food

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Animals and mandatory evacuations in natural disasters We begin focusing on the impact of the recent Southern California fire on animals and their guardians. Known as the Woolsey Fire, this huge, destructive fire killed 3 people, destroyed 1,643 structures and prompted the evacuation of more than 295,000 people. Frequent guest Bob Ferber and his animals […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Profiles, Aniamal Cruelty, Animal Cruelty, Animal Ethics, Animal Rescue, Cats, Disasters, General Information Tagged With: cats, Animal Cruelty, Horses, Wild animals, Law

Animals Today December 1, 2018: Fur farming in Europe. Is your city friendly for pets? Encouraging cats to stay hydrated.

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Fur farming in Europe We begin by welcoming Angela Grimes, Acting CEO of Born Free USA to tell us about their new report on fur farming in Europe. There is a very wide range of practices and laws across the continent, with Luxembourg, the UK, Austria, Slovenia Macedonia, and Croatia having total bans. Where farming […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, 2018, Books, Cats, Dogs, Farmed animals, Fur, General Information Tagged With: Animal rights, cats, Animal Cruelty, Books, Fur, Dogs

Animals Today November 17, 2018: Greyhound racing to end in Florida. California Prop 12 passes, easing cruel conditions for some farmed animals.

November 19, 2018 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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Greyhound racing to end in Florida We begin with great news out of Florida! The citizens have voiced their strong desire to end greyhound racing by passing Amendment 13. Peter speaks with Christine Dorchak with Grey2K USA, which has been fighting for greyhounds for 2 decades. Dorchak calls greyhound racing industrialized cruelty, in which the […]

Filed Under: Agriculture, 2018 Show Archive, Profiles, Cheetah, Greyhounds, General Information Tagged With: Animal rights, Animal Cruelty, Farmed animals, Law, Dogs

Animals Today November 10, 2018: What dogs can’t have on Thanksgiving? Incredible animal adaptations.

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What dogs can’t have on Thanksgiving? The show begins with Lori sharing her research on which Thanksgiving foods can be shared with pets, including suggested modifications of traditional dishes and ingredients to avoid. Feed your dog from your plate this Thanksgiving, and their holiday could be ruff! While nothing may feel better to you than […]

Filed Under: General Information, Turkeys, vegan, Wild animals Tagged With: Elephants, Veganism, Wild animals

Animals Today October 17, 2018: Can climate catastrophe be averted?

November 9, 2018 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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Can climate catastrophe be averted? In this show, we welcome Professor Richard Schwartz, Ph.D.,  to discuss whether a looming climate catastrophe be averted. He discusses the pressing issue of climate change, and how the widespread adoption of vegetarian and vegan diets are key to literally saving the earth. Vegan and vegetarian diets are not just […]

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Animals Today November 3, 2018: Police are using training simulators for dog encounters.

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WWF reports humanity is wiping out global wildlife. Lori begins with a shocking report from World Wildlife Fund, which demonstrates that humanity has wiped out 60% of all wild animal life on earth since 1970. Peter and Lori then continue with other news, including President Trump’s signing of much appreciated legislation to continue funding NOAA’s […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal rights, Cats, Dogs, Extinction, General Information, News Tagged With: Police, Pets, cats, Law, Wild animals, Dogs

Animals Today October 27, 2018. Who gets to keep the dog after a breakup? Idaho Fish and Game Commissioner Resigns Amid Criticism

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Who gets to keep the dog after a breakup? We begin with Lori speaking with attorney, Mark Momjian about a groundbreaking law just passed in California, which gives family court judges greater latitude when deciding pet custody disputes in divorce and legal separations. Not only does the law give family courts discretion to award sole […]

Filed Under: Aniamal Cruelty, Cats, Dogs, General Information, Hunting, Law Tagged With: Pets, hunting, Law

Animals Today October 18, 2018: The connection between dog breeding and dog euthanasia. What are the symptoms of a cat with allergies?

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The connection between dog breeding and dog euthanasia We begin with Lori speaking to Elizabeth Oreck, National Manager of Puppy Mill Initiatives for Best Friends Animal Society about the connection between intentional dog breeding, overpopulation and euthanasia of homeless dogs. For years, Lori has been explaining how dog breeders contribute to shelter crowding and consequently […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal rights, Animal Sanctuary, Animals Rights, Breeding, General Information Tagged With: Pets, wildlife rehabiliation, Sanctuary

Animals Today October 13, 2018. What are the benefits of quitting dairy? Who gets to use the term, milk?

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What are the benefits of quitting dairy? 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 […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Airline, cows, Emotional support animal, diet, Dogs, Food, General Information, Hunting, Legal Tagged With: Pets, Diet, hunting, Law, Dogs, Veganism

Animals Today October 6, 2018. Helping animals affected by Hurricane Florence. Dogs and cats living together.

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Helping animals affected by Hurricane Florence. We begin with Robert Misseri, President of Guardians of Rescue, a New York-based organization that is providing relief and support to animals and people affected by Hurricane Florence. Robert reminds us to be prepared for disasters and to evacuate with your pets when advised! Dogs and cats living together […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal testing, Animal rights, Animal Rescue, Books, Cats, General Information Tagged With: Books, Pets, Animal rescue, Animal experimentation, Animal Cruelty, cats, Dogs

Animals Today Sept 22, 2018. Reflections on the private ownership of wild animals. All you need to know about rabies. A new life for former research chimpanzees. Iguanas, red pandas and detection dogs.

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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 the country. Lori beings the show reflecting […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, vaccinations, Animal Sanctuary, Chimpanzees, General Information Tagged With: Chimps, Animal rights, Pets, Sanctuary

Animals Today September 15, 2018: Cosmetic testing in California. Allergies in cats. Paul Rodgers, animal advocate. Hot animal news.

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In California, a bill is headed to Governor Brown’s desk, which will ban the sale of cosmetics if the final form of the product or any of its ingredients were tested on animals. Elizabeth Baker, Regulatory Policy Director for Physician’s Committee for Responsible Medicine, joins Lori to describe how the bill evolved and how the […]

Filed Under: Products, 2018 Show Archive, Animal advocacy, Animal Sanctuary, Cats, General Information, Veterinary topics, Wild animals Tagged With: Law, Sanctuary

Animals Today September 8, 2018: The strongest animal bites. Swim with dolphin programs losing appeal. Highly trained detection dogs are helping conservation efforts. Save the Koala month!

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This show begins with Lori counting down the bite power of the ten strongest nonhuman biters, with many facts about the included animals. Featured are lions, grizzly bears, gorillas, and crocodiles. Then Peter welcomes Dr. Naomi Rose, Marine Mammal Biologist, Animal Welfare Institute, to discuss swim with dolphin programs. A new Mexican owned facility has […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal Shelter, Dogs, Dolphins, General Information Tagged With: Dolphins, Dogs, Shelter

Animal Today August 25, 2018. Controversies in wild horse management. Pesticide and weed killer news. How palm oil infiltrated our food supply. Why did a shuttered circus send its elephants to the Memphis Zoo?

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The Bureau of Land Management is proposing a study of wild mares, in which they would undergo invasive sterilization surgery, to control the wild horse population. According to our first guest, Attorney Bruce Wagman, the proposed procedure is especially risky when employed in the wild, and there are other safer sterilization methods. Bruce is a […]

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Animals Today Aug 18, 2018: Progress and challenges in solving pet overpopulation. Orangutans in peril. Giant African rats are detecting land mines. Dangerous bacterium resides in the saliva of healthy dogs and cats. SuperZoo 2018 – first impressions.

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In recognition of International Homeless Animals’ Day, Lori reviews the progress made in the past few decades to address pet overpopulation and to decrease the killing of healthy dogs and cats in shelters. Fantastic progress has been made, but there still is work to do. Why not take a moment today to think about what […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal rights, Shelter, Rats, Animal advocacy, Animal Rescue, General Information, Orangutan, Veterinary topics Tagged With: cats, veterinary, Dogs

Animals Today August 4, 2018: Animal news roundup. Colorado’s Wild Animal Sanctuary and the captive wildlife crisis. Toxoplasmosis risks.

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The show begins with a variety of recent animal news stories including an alligator on a beer run, stealing a shark from the San Antonio Aquarium, and a near-fatal bite from a pet cobra. Peter then welcomes Pat Craig, Executive Director of The Wild Animal Sanctuary, located in Colorado. There is a captive wildlife crisis […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal Cruelty, General Information, Tigers, Veterinary topics Tagged With: veterinary, Tigers, Sanctuary, Sharks

Animals Today July 28, 2018. Helping pets stay safe and cool in summer. Jaguar escapes zoo enclosure. A prisoner is paired with a pit bull, and both lives are transformed. The first animal shelter in the US.

July 29, 2018 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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Are ice cubes in the water bowl a good idea? Is it legal to break a car window to free a distressed animal? How can you and your pets endure the loss of A/C from power outages? Summer brings unique challenges to people and their pets and we offer ways to survive the heat. Peter […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Dogs, General Information, Wild animals, Zoo Tagged With: Zoo, Pets, Law, Dogs

Animals Today July 21, 2018. Illegal trade of smaller wild cats. Do you live in a pet friendly city? What does the law say when a dog bites a trespasser? Coral Reef Awareness Week.

July 24, 2018 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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This show begins with Kelly Donithan, US Exotic Pets Manager at World Animal Protection. Recently, four servals, two caracals and one savannah cat were confiscated from an alleged dealer in New York. Staff from World Animal Protection triaged the malnourished and diseased juveniles, stabilized them, and transported them to safety. Donithan is seeing more evidence […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Coral, Animal Rescue, Dogs, General Information, Law Tagged With: Law, Wild animals, Pets

Animals Today July 14, 2018. Helping thoroughbreds. Amazing bees. A new shark book from National Geographic Kids. Pet peeves about our pets.

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We begin with Susan Kayne, Founder and CEO of the Unbridled Thoroughbred Foundation, which is dedicated to saving the lives of thoroughbreds at risk of slaughter. The Foundation’s efforts focus on advocacy, education, funding, and media, and equine rescue, adoption, and sanctuary. Then, how well do you know your bees? These ubiquitous flying insects are […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Bees, Featured Books, General Information, Horses, Sharks Tagged With: bees, Horses, Sharks

Animals Today July 7, 2018: Antibiotics in animal agriculture. Fascinating giraffes. Ecotourism may harm animals. Managing pesticide risks to our pets.

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Governor Jerry Brown signed a bill into law that makes California the country’s leader in reducing the routine, irresponsible and harmful use of antibiotics in animal agriculture. More antibiotics are used in agriculture than for human disease, and their use causes the creation of antibiotic resistant bacteria that harm and kill people. Jonathan Kaplan, Director of […]

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Animals Today June 30, 2018. The eagle in American culture and history. Yes, we are crazy about our dogs. Summertime brings special hazards to dogs. Happy fourth to all pets and people.

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In honor of American Eagle Day we begin with a discussion about how the bald eagle became part of the Great Seal of the United States, and how its extinction was averted. Bald eagle populations are now strong. Plus, know which products contain xylitol, and why dogs must not eat them! Then, Lori continues with […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Dogs, Eagles, General Information, Veterinary topics Tagged With: Eagles, veterinary, Dogs

Animals Today June 23, 2018: Try a plant-based diet! Heartworm update. Helping the pets of homeless people. So you think you know about sharks?

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Have you thought about trying a plant-based diet? Well, if you have not yet adopted this healthful and compassionate practice, please listen to Lori’s persuasive argument for trying it now. The show continues with Veterinarian Dr. Robert Reed, giving us the latest on prevention and treatment of heartworm disease. Then, Peter is joined by Genevieve […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Cats, Dogs, General Information, Healthy eating, Plant based diet, Sharks, vegan, Veterinary topics Tagged With: Animal rights, cats, Diet, Dogs, Veganism

Animals Today June 16, 2018. The amazing Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary. Remembering Leona Helmsley’s dog, Trouble and other more serious estate planning concerns. Interior department proposes a cruel rule change in Alaska – now is time to act! Our pet peeves about pet owners.

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A recent incident where a macaque escaped his enclosure while being moved through the San Antonio International Airport caught our attention. The animal, who was tranquilized and gently recaptured, is now safely living the good life at Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary. Prashant K. Khetan, Chief Executive Officer & General Counsel at Born Free USA […]

Filed Under: Animal rights, 2018 Show Archive, Monkey, General Information, Hunting, Law, Sanctuary Tagged With: cats, Animal Cruelty, Dogs, hunting, Law, Pets, Sanctuary

Animals Today May 26, 2018. “Feeding two birds with one scone.” Humane animal idioms. Emotional support animals at Yale. Canine Confidential, by Marc Bekoff. Preventing dog bites. Differences between dog and cat people.

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The show begins with a fun segment about animals in popular sayings. Many of them, such as, like shooting fish in a barrel, evoke cruel and violent images, so we are always on the lookout for nicer substitutes. Listen in and tell us what you think. And please share your favorite humane animal idioms on […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Emotional support animal, Books, Dogs, Environment, General Information Tagged With: Books, cats, Dogs, Environment

Animals Today May 19, 2018: Caged animals at a high school prom. Captive tigers in the US. Elephant protection in Africa. Annoying things people do to their animals.

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The show begins with Lori’s discussion about the recent prom at Florida’s Christopher Columbus High School, where live animals were on display, including a tiger, a lemur, two macaws, and a fox. Ignorance of the needs of animals and poor planning is obvious, but it seems that some better policies will come out of it. […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Ivory, Aniamal Cruelty, Elephants, General Information, Tigers Tagged With: Animal Cruelty, Elephants, Tigers

Animals Today May 5, 2018: Adventures in cruelty free shopping. Applying science to dog training. Seizures in companion animals. Animals in popular song titles.

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This show begins with Lori describing two of her many adventures in cruelty free shopping. Ever increasingly, merchants who ignore vegan buyers do so at their own peril. Lori then continues with a discussion about the environmental impact of plastic trash, with a focus on plastic drinking straws.  We continue with a discussion about training with […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal behavior/ ethology, Companion animals, Dogs, General Information, Veterinary topics Tagged With: Quiz, Pets

Animals Today April 28, 2018: Estate planning with pets in mind. Creating an elephant sanctuary in Myanmar. Close encounter with javelinas.

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On this show Lori welcomed Frances Carlisle, a New York based attorney who specializes in estate planning. Frances is a nationally known expert in advising clients how to make sure their dogs, cats and other nonhuman family members are taken care of when the guardians are no longer around. Too many of us do not […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Javelina, Elephants, General Information, Law Tagged With: Elephants, Law, Sanctuary, Pets, Wild animals

Animals Today April 21, 2018. Known and hidden risks of dog parks. Nineteen US states now say feral cats are an “invasive species.” How dog people differ from cat people. Cesar Chavez was an animal advocate.

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First, Lori welcomes Los Angeles based attorney Ken Phillips, who specializes in legal issues related to dogs. Ken is a nationally renowned authority who has made many media appearances. Dog parks can be wonderful places, but the risks and hazards to people and dogs in and around the parks are real. Ken shared his decades […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Cats, Dogs, General Information, Law Tagged With: Animal rights, Politics, cats, Dogs, Law

Animals Today April 14, 2018. The connection between dog breeding and dog euthanasia. Educating the public about animal fighting. Preventing dog bites.

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This week’s show is all about dogs! It begins with Lori speaking to Elizabeth Oreck, National Manager of Puppy Mill Initiatives for Best Friends Animal Society about the connection between intentional dog breeding, overpopulation and euthanasia of homeless dogs. For years, Lori has been explaining how dog breeders contribute to shelter crowding and consequently to […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal fighting, Dogs, General Information Tagged With: Animal Cruelty, Dogs, Pets

Animals Today March 31, 2018: Please don’t buy a wolfdog. The groundbreaking Food for Thought program. Texas Beef Council employing questionable promotional practices.

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This show begins with Lori and Peter discussing some nifty things you can do around your home to help animals such hummingbirds and other birds. Then Darlene Kobobel, President of the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center returns to discuss the many problems related to wolf-dog hybrids, properly called wolfdogs. You will want to think twice before buying […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, diet, General Information, Law Tagged With: Diet, wolves

Animals Today March 24, 2018: The Canadian seal hunt goes on. Cownose ray killing contests. Helping children cope with pet loss. The origins of Earth Day. Children’s book reviews.

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We begin with Diana Marmorstein, PhD., of Harpseals.org. Despite worldwide pressure, the yearly brutal killing of baby seals in Canada continues and will resume soon this year. Harpseals.org utilizes mass media and grassroots activism to raise awareness about the continued killing of the seals in Canada.We discuss things you can do to send a message […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Books, Canada, General Information, Hunting, Rays Tagged With: Books, Animal Cruelty, hunting, Pets

Animals Today March 17, 2018. Puppy dies in overhead bin of United flight. Remembering Snickers, who perished after a 2011 Delta flight. Appreciating snakes. More animals in song titles. What’s wrong with plastic straws?

March 19, 2018 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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We begin with Peter and former Los Angles Animal Cruelty Prosecutor, Bob Ferber, talking about the recent death of a small dog who perished after forced into the overhead bin of a United airplane. Bob cautions that we need to wait for more facts to come out, but it looks pretty bad for the involved […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal rights, Airline, Snakes, Environment, General Information Tagged With: cats, Culture, Fun, Environment

Animals Today March 10, 2018: The California Cruelty Free Cosmetics Act, and other hot news stories. Opponents of African trophy hunting protest in front of apartment of Eric Trump. Snakebites and dogs. Learn about butterflies.

March 11, 2018 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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We begin with Peter and Lori sharing some of the most important recent animal news stories, including the introduction of the California Cruelty Free Cosmetics Act, drug users are abusing animals to obtain their medications, wild animals are going to be banned in UK traveling circuses, and the success of wildlife bridges and underpasses in […]

Filed Under: Animal rights, 2018 Show Archive, Buterflies, Snakes, Africa, Dogs, Elephants, General Information Tagged With: Dogs, hunting, Law, Wild animals, Lions

Animals Today March 3, 2018: Overweight dogs and cats. Microchip your pets. The first elephants in America. International Society for Animal Rights.

March 4, 2018 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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We begin with Lori’s interview with Dr. Douglas Kunz, discussing the problem of obesity being overweight in dogs and cats. It’s very common. Kunz is Medical Director, VCA Desert Animal Hospital in Palm Springs, California. Then, Lori reminds us how important it is that all animals in the family are microchipped, and how a chip […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Animal rights, Animals Rights, Cats, Dogs, Elephants, General Information, History Tagged With: Animal rights, Animal Cruelty, cats, Dogs, Diet, Elephants

Animals Today February 24, 2018. Illinois law elevates pets’ legal status in divorce actions. International Polar Bear Day! New airline policies on flying with service animals and emotional support animals. Animals in popular song titles.

February 23, 2018 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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We begin with Attorney Mark Momjian who describes an important new statute in Illinois that affects animals in the context of divorce and separation. It allows trial courts to find that if a companion animal is acquired during the marriage, the court has the power to decide not only the ownership of the animal, but […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Bears, General Information, Law Tagged With: Bears, Law, Pets

Animals Today January 13, 2018. Our national emblem, the bald eagle. DDT, eagles, mosquitos, malaria, and Zika. Canned hunting of specially bred species with unusual features.

January 14, 2018 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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We begin our tribute to the majestic bale eagle with the history of its becoming part of our national emblem. The bald eagle, very prevalent as North America was colonized by Europeans, was later forced nearly to extinction, but recovered due to legislation (The Bald Eagle Protection Act) and the banning of DDT, enforcement of […]

Filed Under: 2018 Show Archive, Eagles, General Information, Hunting Tagged With: hunting

Animals Today December 9, 2017. Legal analysis of the shooting death of an innocent woman by a hunter. Understanding the mind of the cow. Exploring Nat Geo’s Encounter Ocean Odyssey. Pets and stereos: Can we all get along? Marin County’s humane approach to managing wildlife / livestock conflict.

December 10, 2017 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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The show begins with Lori speaking with Animal Legal Defense Fund Senior Staff Attorney, Diane Balkin, about the recent shooting of Rosmarie Billquist, who was killed by a hunter while walking her dogs in a field behind her home. The hunter, Thomas Jadlowski, shot at what he believed to be a deer with a high […]

Filed Under: 2017 show archive, 2017 archive, cows, Coyote, Animal advocacy, General Information, Hunting, Law Tagged With: Animal rights, Cows, hunting

Animals Today December 3, 2017. Reining in Animal Services. Chris Delforce’s upcoming film, Dominion. Legal status of pets continues to expand. It’s International Cheetah Day! Photographing fascinating reef creatures.

December 4, 2017 by Peter Spiegel 2 Comments

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We begin with Camilla Fox, Founder and President of Project Coyote, who discusses lawsuits against the government agency, Wildlife Services, which alleges the agency is not using the best available science in deciding whether and how to kill millions of animals around the US each year at taxpayers’ expense. Fox claims Wildlife Services is nothing […]

Filed Under: 2017 archive, Cheetah, 2017 show archive, cows, Fish, Animals Rights, General Information, Government, Hunting, Law, Legal Tagged With: Law, hunting, Government, Wild animals, Pets

Animals Today November 25, 2017: Big game trophy decision: What will the Trump administration do about this explosive issue? Holiday safety for pets. Most popular dog and cat names of the year.

November 28, 2017 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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We begin with Judy Mancuso, President and Founder of SCIL (Social Compassion in Legislation), who recounts how she learned about the Interior Secretary’s decision to permit African elephant trophies back into the US, and President Trump’s placing of a hold on that decision. She sprung into action, organizing a rally in LA and taking steps […]

Filed Under: 2017 archive, 2017 show archive, Ivory, Elephants, General Information, Lions Tagged With: Politics, hunting, Wild animals, Pets

Animals Today November 18, 2017: Sea Shepherd Conservation Society update. What happened to Ringling Bros’ tigers? Ronnie Lee discusses his biography, The Animals’ Freedom Fighter.

November 18, 2017 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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We begin with Paul Watson, Founder, President and Executive Director of Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. The Japanese government has adopted aggressive means to thwart the Society’s pacific fleet from interfering with their whaling activities. Watson says he will have to find a new approach, and is hopeful that other governments will act to end Japan’s illegal […]

Filed Under: 2017 archive, 2017 show archive, Animal rights, Animal advocacy, Animal Ethics, Circus, General Information, Oceans, Tigers Tagged With: Circus, Oceans, Tigers

Animals Today November 4, 2017: Thanksgiving eats for pets: what’s ok? Turkey traditions and the Presidency. Heartworm update. Favorite products of 2017, part 3.

November 4, 2017 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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The show begins with Lori sharing her research on which Thanksgiving foods can be shared with pets, including suggested modifications of traditional dishes and ingredients to avoid. Then, Peter joins in as they discuss the absurd tradition of the Presidential turkey pardon. The show continues with Veterinarian Dr. Robert Reed, giving us the latest on […]

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Animals Today October 28, 2017: California makes a strong move against puppy mills. Overweight dogs and cats. Protecting Manatees. Favorite products of 2017, part 2.

October 28, 2017 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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Our first guest Judie Mancuso, founder and president of Social Compassion in Legislation (SCIL). Thanks to her tireless efforts, Governor Jerry Brown has just signed into law a bill that will curtail the flow of puppy mill dogs into the state. Pet stores that want to sell dogs, cats and rabbits will have to get […]

Filed Under: Products, Manatee, 2017 show archive, 2017 archive, rabbits, Animals Rights, Cats, Dogs, General Information Tagged With: rabbits, Products, cats, Manatee, Pets

Animals Today October 21, 2017: Who should be permitted to have Emotional Support Animals? Is it time for cannabinoids for pets? Long sentence for police dog killer. Top pet products 2017 part 1.

October 22, 2017 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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The show begins with Dr. Jeffrey Younggren, Clinical and Forensic Psychologist at University of Missouri. Lori and Jeffrey discuss the current legal and regulatory status of service animals (usually dogs) and Emotional Support Animals (ESAs). There is a lot of misinformation and confusion regarding where the animals are allowed to go. Dr. Younggren also provides his […]

Filed Under: 2017 show archive, 2017 archive, General Information, Law, Pet Products, Veterinary topics Tagged With: Dogs, Law

Animals Today October 7, 2017: Sea Shepherd reacts to Japan’s aggressive tactics. The origins of Animal Law. Protect the Endangered Species Act. Oh, how we love our dogs. Sloths.

October 7, 2017 by Peter Spiegel 1 Comment

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We begin with Paul Watson, Founder President and Executive Director of Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. The Japanese government has adopted aggressive means to thwart the Society’s pacific fleet from interfering with their whaling activities. Watson says he will have to find a new approach, and is hopeful that other governments will act to end Japan’s […]

Filed Under: 2017 show archive, 2017 archive, Sloths, Dogs, General Information, Law, Legal, Oceans, Politics Tagged With: Law, Dolphins, Whales, Pets

Animals Today September 23, 2017: Hurricane and flood updates from Florida and Texas. Shark photography and conservation. Coyotes.

September 25, 2017 by Peter Spiegel Leave a Comment

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We begin the show with Laura Bevan, Southern Regional Director for the Humane Society of the United States, who provides a firsthand account of the effects of Irma and Harvey and how animal welfare groups, government agencies and individuals are working to protect and rescue animals. Florida is especially well-prepared, with an advanced plan to […]

Filed Under: 2017 archive, 2017 show archive, Coyotes, Hurricane, General Information, Sharks Tagged With: Disasters, Coyotes, Sharks

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