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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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Luke Robinson and his two Great Pyrenees, Murphy and Hudson, are very nearly finished with their 2,400 mile walk from Austin to Boston. Terry and Dee talked with Luke recently about the The Boys, the Boston celebration including the Puppy Up! Festival, a new comparative oncology study, 2 Million Dogs, and much, much more. PLUS … Luke will be in Richmond this Friday for the big Fetch-a-Cure gala, Pets on Parade, at the science museum.

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?

Meet Richard and Alison and learn all about their brand new portal to the world of pets in Richmond, The Daily Beast. The Daily Beast is all about lost pets, pet resources, and even wild animal rescue resources. This is THE place to go if you’ve lost your dog or cat. This episode of Bark Radio was recorded at Stir Crazy, a great local coffee house.

Terry and Dee joined lots of other dog lovers recently at the Richmond Animal League’s annual fundraiser, Woofstock. They talked to lots of folks and interviewed a couple of them. Hear all about Richmond Pet Lovers, the social networking site for Richmond pets and their people. And you’ll definitely want to know more about Helping Hands whose mission is to provide high quality surgical and dental care to pets at affordable rates.

Based on a 911 call, two young women went looking for and rescued a young pit bull left to die by the side of the road. The wounds on his body made it clear he had been used as a bait dog in a dog fighting ring. That was a year ago. In today’s episode of Bark Radio, we catch up with Jamie Whitt and that very special pit bull she named Ceasar. Hear about  Ceasar’s amputation and recovery, the kindness of strangers, Ian Dunbar’s influence, Canine Good Citizen certification, pack walks, and much more.  Meet Ceasar in one of his early videos. Rock on, Jamie and Ceasar! For dogs with special needs, Jamie recommends the doggy ride and Ruffwear life vests. To speed healing from injury or surgery, try EMT gel.

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!

Wow, the magic of coconut oil. Its many uses may surprise you. Would you believe, among other things, that it’s an anti-fungal? This is a must-listen for those of you interested in a more holistic approach to life with your poochie. Next, hear all about three brand new Canine Good Citizens: Sparky, Surrey, and Noah. Way to go to handlers Terry, Vickie and Paul! Therapy dog tests are next for these three. Working dogs rock! And have your dogs ever played tag with each other? Terry’s do. Observing canine behavior is absolutely fascinating. Try it sometime. And finally, hear about Murphy’s gig as assistant trainer and our session with Apollo the Rottie.