A big shout out in today’s episode to Bark Radio pals Paul and Andrea and their wonderful world of Newfoundlands. That’s Gina and her puppies in the photo below. And our Bark Radio hats are off to another friend, Debbie, who is working as a volunteer with German Shepherd rescue. She has her very first foster dog, Max, a handsome 7-year-old GSD. Also, hear about Dee’s foster dog, Nani, a 5-year-old Lab.
Rather than protecting and serving, Richmond cop David Robinson was busted recently for dog fighting. What’s up with that? The good news is he lost his job and got 14 months in jail. Sadly many of the dogs this horrible man had on his property were not lucky enough to survive. This story leads to a discussion of Breed Specific Legislation and a reminder to judge the deed not the breed. The conversation ends on a positive note: good people doing great things for dogs, including Rescue Ink and Best Friends Animal Society.
Hear Bark Radio’s update on Oliver the Pit – including his move to the Big Apple. Then there’s the Richmond SPCA – Pasadena Humane Society Chihuahua air lift. And have you heard about Powder? If you haven’t, you need to know about him. He’s an amazing canine survivor. Another need-to-know-about: ROCK (Rescue of Chained K9s). And if you are in central Virginia, mark your calendar for August 7. Bark Radio and lot of our pals will be at Dogs Day at Goochland Church, 2454 Manakin Road, Manikin-Sabot, VA, 10:00am-2:00pm.
Today’s episode starts with some new summer time warnings to keep your dogs safe, then goes right into cancer fighting foods like blueberries and green tea. Next, does your dog get car sick? If so, you’ll want to know about this natural remedy to make road trips a happy time. And who knew there was so many new products related to what comes out of Fido. It seems dog poop is becoming really big business. Did you know there is a composting system specifically designed for dog waste? Then there is the Doggy Doo Drain, poop freeze, and even an indoor potty solution for dogs. Wowzer!
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Bark Radio salutes military working dogs in this Memorial Day special edition. Have you heard of the war dog memorial at Hartsdale Pet Cemetery in New York? How about canine hero Sergeant Stubby? And then there is Silver Star and Purple Heart winner canine Chips. Chips’ original citation read: “For a special brand of courage, arising from love of master and duty. Chips’ courageous act, single-handedly eliminating a dangerous machine-gun nest, reflects the highest credit on himself and the military service.” Sadly, Chips was then stripped of his medals and ultimately died of his war injuries. Like so many before and after him, Chips gave his all.
Holy mackerel, paper shredders are dangerous to your dog. Hear why in today’s episode. Next, someone has finally come up with a use for dog hair! And what’s this about Cardiac Friends? Heart rehab patients are walking dogs in Wisconsin. And finally, did you know there are behavioral side effects of canine thyroid disorder and there is herbal support for canine diabetes?
Today’s Bark Radio episode finds Dee attending a three-day training seminar. Ian Dunbar’s positive dog training methods changed the world of dog training a couple of decades ago. Now he’s back on the lecture circuit spreading the word about lure-reward training for dogs. Learn more at Dog Star Daily and on Dunbar’s internet TV show, America’s Dog Trainer. Great stuff for all dog lovers. Thanks, Ian!!
Out to Pasture Sanctuary, a hospice in Oregon, absolutely rocks. Kit Collins is an extraordinary woman doing heroic work. Learn all about it and consider donating to Out to Pasture … for the love of animals everywhere. Check out the video. Another of our favorite organizations is on the move. Rolling Dog Ranch is moving from Montana to New Hampshire. If you live in NH you can be a volunteer! And finally, Georgia bans the gas chamber. ‘Bout time!
Terry’s all about speed sports. After all, he has Surrey the Cattle Dog to keep exercised and happy. He ordered a lure coursing machine from Pat Bennett and the next thing you know Pat’s doing an interview with Bark Radio. Why? Because too few people know about this sport. Tune in and learn how this chase game works.
Courage. It’s an appropriate name of the brave German Shepherd who was nearly starved to death by his owner. This boy is in a foster home now, slowly gaining weight and the use of his atrophied muscles. The good news in today’s episode: Virginia’s governor is pushing for better dog laws. Thank you, Governor McDonnell! Finally, Terry and Dee encourage their listeners to step up to the plate and do SOMETHING positive in the dog world. Volunteer, folks. It’s important!
