Bark Radio

Hear all about Hector, the former Vick dog. He’s a therapy dog now. GO Hector! And what happened to that bunny eared Easter special, anyhow? Learn what’s going on at Bark Radio these days.

As the seasons change, so do your dogs’ needs. Timely tips include keeping those dogs hydrated, out of hot cars, away from toxic plants, and lots more. And never, EVER buy chocolate mulch or let your dogs anywhere near it. It’s TOXIC!!

Austin City Council approved the proposal to allow Austin Pets Alive to oversee pet adoptions. This is a win-win in the battle for a no-kill nation. Then there’s this: bad guys beware. Try to jack the wrong car and you might just meet up with a dog like Victor. And what, you ask, is a Murphy Mile??? Murphy is 1/3 of 2 Dogs 2000 Miles. Luke and his dogs Hudson and Murphy are almost finished with their walk from Austin to Boston for canine cancer. Murphy was sidelined a couple of times, so he’s short about 500 miles. Learn how to help him catch up with Luke and Hudson! And finally in today’s episode the co-hosts share their Woof and Worship experience.

The Sparky and Surrey agility saga continues with behavior updates from Terry. Next, this warning: beware of bad people who might just steal YOUR dog. The co-hosts also share a some of the green vegetables that are healthy for your dog. Last but not least, Dee is fostering her very first dog from Lab Rescue. Hear about Nani’s battle of the bulge and the possibility of going from rescue dog to service dog.

A tip of the hat to all things Irish from Bark Radio! Oh those Irish dogs. You know about the Irish Setter and the Irish Wolfhound. But did you know the Wheaton Terrier is Irish? How about the Kerry Beagle? Yup. Ireland has its very own hound dog. AND, Ireland has its own unique dog sports. Learn all about them in today’s episode. And remember … everyone’s Irish on March 17!

Day in and day out we see the effect of bad, wrong-headed, and ineffective laws on dogs everywhere. What can we animal lovers do to make change happen? Bark Radio co-hosts Terry and Dee discuss the Justice Project which will ultimately allow for swift response to specific dog issues. And have you heard about what Luke and The Boys are up to after Boston? What’s this about 2 million dogs?

Surrey and Sparky are back in agility class and after a long winter off, Terry noticed some nuanced differences in their behavior. Pay attention to YOUR dog’s body language to know what’s going on in that doggy head. Next, Terry talks about lure coursing coming soon to his backyard. Then Dee shares the story of a Lab puppy’s happy ending. It could have easily been otherwise. Finally, Dee shares a little about the temperament testing puppies for Warren Retrievers. Scent testing is part of the test and key in placing dogs in appropriate jobs where scent ability is important. Oh, and that’s Miss Surrey below, doggled up and ready for a jeep ride!

Bark Radio’s condolences go out to Cesar Millan. Daddy, Millan’s 16-year-old pit bull and constant companion, passed away recently. Daddy was an amazing ambassador for his breed and will be missed by many. The conversation turns next to another version of the animal-human bond. American Humane recently launched their nationwide Pets and Women’s Shelters (PAWS) program. The basic premise is that survivors of domestic violence should not be separated from their family pets when they go into a temporary shelter environment. Bravo American Humane. Great idea! Last on the agenda, Terry and Dee talk about Tootsie’s down and Sparky’s new play ethic.

A few days ago Bark Radio’s Terry Griffith experienced something no dog lover should ever experience. His beloved cattle dog, Surrey, was playing with one of her doggy pals when Winston’s lower jaw became caught in Surrey’s collar. Hear Terry share what happened next, including the nightmare of Surrey’s heart stopping. Terry’s story is a reminder to Bark Radio listeners to be prepared for emergencies. Take a pet first aid course. Educate yourselves.

Red Cross dog first aid book
Canine CPR blog post

Newsworthy items this week: A reminder about the importance of proper identification for your dog in this story of a German Shepherd from Virginia turning up in Florida and ultimately being reunited with family because of his microchip. Did you hear about Poppy the Springer Spaniel and her dive off of a 300 foot cliff? Next, we know puppy mills should be put out of business but how can we make that happen? The HSUS has established a puppy mill tip line. Call 1-877-MILL-TIP if you suspect a puppy mill’s presence in your community. And remember the HSUS Rewards program which offers a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in dog fighting.

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