Peanuts, Popcorn & Crackerjacks is a baseball and entertainment industry podcast hosted by Jeff Santo, a writer/director and son of Hall of Fame baseball player, Ron Santo.
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The Steve Dale Pet World Petcast from 720 WGN.
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Two-time WWE Hall of Famer Sean "X-Pac" Waltman presents the latest episode of Pro Wrestling 4 Life every Thursday afternoon! Each episode features Waltman talking the top pro wrestling news of the week, looking back at some of his career highlights, chatting with his famous pro wrestling friends and welcoming some of his fans on for fun and games! For more Pro Wrestling 4 Life content please subscribe to the Pro Wrestling 4 Life Patreon page!
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Humble coverage of the political happenings around El Paso, Texas. From City Council to the Texas Lege (and occasionally beyond) - The EPB serves as a great first step for those unaware of how and why things are happening in their city, or for the more engaged to stay up-to-date and potentially even learn a thing or two.
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Certified Cat Behavior Training Specialists Rita Reimers and Linda Hall aren’t only the Cat Behavior Alliance, they both with the late Richard Simmons. They talk about what the exercise guru was really like. Rita was also a pet sitter/dog walker for Richard. They also explain the Cat Behavior Alliance is an educational tool, and an outlet to help c…
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Sean Casey - You Can’t Steal 1st
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Send us a text Jeff and Christie talk about the loss of Christie’s mom. Then Jeff speaks with All-Star 1st baseman Sean Casey, “the Mayor,” about his career: drafted by the Indians, traded to the Reds, being a workhorse at the plate, and eventually becoming the hitting coach for the Yankees. Then Jeff crackerjack calls his childhood friend Jim Rose…
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Animal welfare desert is prevalent on the South side of Chicago and Steve Dale shares what some organizations are doing about it
Darlene Duggan, newly installed President of Anti Cruelty, explains there’s an animal welfare desert on the South and Southwest side of Chicago, and the non-profit is in the process of doing something about it. Chicago’s shelters are filled or near filled, and she explains why. The big Pour Your Heart Out event is September 26, 6–10 p.m. at Saraban…
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Reptile ownership is scaling upwards, which all began during the pandemic. Rich Crowley, treasurer and past president of the Chicago Hepatological Society, which helps to rescue reptiles and amphibians, offers ideas for people who are seeking a first-time reptile. He also describes that sometimes the animal may be less expensive than the enclosure …
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Joe Amalfitano - That Was His Signature
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Send us a text We're back! Releasing this exclusive content for you all to hear. In this episode, Jeff talks with first base coach of the 1969 Cubs, Joe Amalfitano. They discuss Joe’s first meeting with the infamous Leo Durocher, Ron Santo's prowess at the hot corner, the ride of ’69, and so much more. And Jeff crackerjack calls Christie's Godfathe…
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Chicago recently lost a great advocate for cats, Ann Dieter, Board Chair at Harmony House for Cats. Jennifer Zameic, shelter manager discusses this all-cat shelter in Avondale, and what makes this facility unique. Also, how to pick the right cat for you. And there’s a benefit pub crawl for kitties, September 28; learn more here. Kim Theobald owner …
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It was Hall of Fame third baseman and WGN Radio broadcaster Ron Santo’s dream to one day help children suffering from diabetes. And that is exactly what the Ron and Vicki Santo Diabetic Alert Dog Foundation does. Scott Parker explains what having one of these dogs has done to support his daughter and his family. So impressed – he’s hosting a fundra…
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Jon Provost, who was Timmy on Lassie, is now 74 years old – amazing. He reminisces about his time with the most famous and heroic dog ever. The craziest thing Timmy was ever rescued from on TV was quicksand. And Lassie was there to save the day. Discussed are common misconceptions about Lassie and how Lassie was trained. Provost primarily worked wi…
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Just like that, one morning Heartland Animal Shelter, a premier shelter in Wheeling, IL, was literally underwater. Executive Director Jenny Schlueter explains why help is needed, either by fostering or adopting animals, and/or to give money. Insurance isn’t going to cover all this. All the animals survived, though Jenny tells the story that if it w…
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Jay Spainhour, owner of Tucker Pups Pet Resort offers tips on boarding dogs. What the facility should be offering, and what to watch for when seeking a place for doggy daycare. Dog trainer Jeff Millman agrees one of the most common problems is on-leash aggression. He’s written a book, which entails how to help these dogs, particularly with the use …
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Dr. Rena Carlson, immediate past president American Veterinary Medical Association on summertime pet safety. Heatstroke in dogs is all too common, yet nearly always preventable. And why are people still leaving dogs in hot cars? An update on FIP, which was detailed in a Steve Dale’s Pet World show from June 23. More and more people are traveling wi…
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A nutritional supplement probiotic that can ease anxiety in your pet, Dr. Gary talks Fear Free, and more
Dr. Julia Albright, Veterinary Behaviorist and Associate Professor at University of Tennessee School of Veterinary Medicine explains the brain to gut connection in humans and how in animals it’s nearly identical. Knowing this, a nutritional supplement probiotic called Calming Care can ease anxiety in dogs and cats. She also talks about how understa…
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Kevin Chapman - I Prepared For That Moment
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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff and Christie discuss The Bikeriders and new merch. Then Jeff speaks with actor Kevin Chapman about working for the Mayor of Boston, his early childhood with an alcoholic war veteran father and mother from the nuns in Biddeford, ME, his leap into acting and getting Mystic River, and more. And Jeff crackerjack cal…
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An in-depth deep dive into feline infectious peritonitis with Dr. Brian Holub, Chair of the Scientific Review Committee at EveryCat Health Foundation and retired Chief Medical Officer at VetCor. Our conversation includes breaking news regarding FIP treatment in the U.S. And we tell the FIP story filled with so much drama and intrigue it might be a …
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Mike Skelton - What’s Playing This Weekend?
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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff and Christie discuss the TV series Dark Matter. Then, Jeff talks with screenwriter Mike Skelton about their similar paths into Hollywood and the different roads from there forth, Mike selling scripts to studios and Jeff with his indie spirit. And Jeff crackerjack calls Bobby Biittner, son of Cubs Larry Biittner,…
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Mike Shikashio, CDBC, is an expert on aggressive dogs. Why are some dogs aggressive? He dispels myths regarding causes of aggression and ways to help to most effectively treat these dogs. This is as detailed a discussion about this arguably increasingly common issue as you will hear on the radio – though, for more, Shikashio will offer an intensive…
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Chris Chelios - I Never Took Anything For Granted
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Send us a text In this episode, hockey legend Chris Chelios talks about his incredible journey through multiple continents, from taking a boat to Australia to learning how to fight in Canada to competing in the 1984 Olympics in Sarajevo under armed watch to his recent honor of getting his number retired by the Chicago Blackhawks. Then Jeff Crackerj…
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Phil Arkow is a co-founder of the National Link Coalition, the non-profit national resource center on the link between animal abuse and human violence. Animal abuse is a sentinel indicator that something is clearly wrong, so if animals are abused likely there’s additional violence in the home. Arkow explains why people are reluctant to leave domest…
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Rob Weiss - The Rest Is Just A Hustle, Man
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Send us a text In the intro, Jeff and Christie get real about the struggle of the independent journey. Then Jeff chats with writer/producer/director Rob Weiss (Entourage, Ballers) about his trajectory into Hollywood, his hit TV shows, and writing Hells Angels together for Fox2000. Then, Jeff crackerjack calls Andy Masur, who worked in the booth wit…
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Current state of the animal shelter scene in Chicago, 30th Annual Bark in the Park is approaching, and more
Conversations with Darlene Duggan, interim president at Anti Cruelty, and Susan Cappello, Acting Executive Director of Chicago Animal Care & Control (CACC), about an honest appraisal of the animal shelter scene in Chicago, and why so many animals are being relinquished. At CACC, there’s an intense effort just to explain what they really do and that…
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Jody Davis - Cubs Fans Are The Greatest
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Send us a Text Message. Cool insight and great stories in this episode. Jeff interviews Cubs catcher Jody Davis to discuss that great ’84 season. Then Jeff crackerjack calls Matt Boltz, the audio engineer for WGN when Ron Santo was in the booth. Support the Show. Thanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would li…
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Veterinary dermatologist Dr. Brittany Lancellotti earned the EveryCat Health Foundation 2024 Steve Dale Communications Award for the Your Vet Wants You to Know podcast. Discussed are all sorts of allergies which dogs and cats suffer – including environmental allergies to food allergies, and what to about them. And even some odd allergies, such as c…
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Scott Zolke - I Feel Like I've Been Stealing Bases For 40 Years
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Send us a text In the intro, Jeff and Christie discuss being spoiled, and then Jeff discusses Hollywood, deal-making, and being a Cub fan with entertainment lawyer Scott Zolke. Lastly, Jeff crackerjack calls Karen Bonelli, a family friend whose father helped put together Ron Santo Pizzeria and Pro’s Pizza. Support the Show. Thanks for listening! Pl…
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Hobby dog breeders and the American Kennel Club; an update on Purina and the Purple Leash Project; and more
Robyn Michaels, a member of the Greater Chicago Whippet Club and a dog groomer in Rogers Park who speaks the truth – or at least her truth – regarding hobby dog breeders and the American Kennel Club (AKC). Why in the heck does the AKC seem more intent on protecting the breeders of “doodle dogs” or “designer dogs” compared to pure bred dogs? Why are…
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Jimmy Bank - A Road Manager For A Very Large Rock Band
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Send us a text Jeff interviews Jimmy Bank, the former traveling secretary for the Chicago Cubs, Milwaukee Brewers, and the Oakland A’s, who has so many stories he could write a book. He talks about how he became the youngest in his position in MLB history and his wonderful relationship with Ron Santo. Then Jeff crackerjack calls Arthur Pullano for …
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Steve Dale’s take on National Hug Your Dog Day, what teaching dogs incompatible behaviors means, and more
Linda Michaels, Author of The Do No Harm Dog Training and Behavior Handbook, featuring the Hierarchy of Dog Needs, explains what those needs are. She discusses how dog training methods DO matter, and what dog trainers to run the other way from. Discussed is that people want to socialize puppies, but what some well-meaning individuals aren’t doing r…
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Former Chicago White Sox organist Nancy Faust talks about the first Dog Day promotions and her love for goats
Former Chicago White Sox organist Nancy Faust is beloved for so many reasons, and it turns out – no surprise – she’s a huge animal lover. She talks about the first Dog Day promotions (at that time taking dogs to Comiskey Park) and her love of goats, and what goats are like. You’ll also hear Bill Veeck and Harry Caray behind-the-scenes stories. Rais…
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Fergie Jenkins - You Gotta Pay Your 20 Game Winner!
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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff speaks with Hall of Fame pitcher Fergie Jenkins about his incredible career, his time with the Cubs, and that 1969 team. Then Jeff crackerjack calls his nephew Spencer Brown, who’s studying Sports Business at the University of Oklahoma. Support the Show. Thanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjo…
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Dr. Robin Downing on the bioethics in veterinary medicine and primary principles of ascent dog training
Dr. Robin Downing is a polymath (that means she knows A LOT) of veterinary medicine, a well-respected, albeit outspoken, expert on many topics. Discussed are a wide range of subjects from bioethics in veterinary medicine to the Fear Free initiative and principles to consent dog training (ascent is actually a better term) to declaw in cats a multi-m…
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The most popular dog breeds in the U.S., tips for your pet’s safety from the Pet Poison Helpline, and more
Dr. Renee Schmid is Senior Toxicologist at Pet Poison Helpline, a 24/7 pet animal poison control center. A wide range of concerns including rodenticides to insecticides; and what you can do if your pet ingests some. The truth about garlic in cats and dogs. Also discussed is Xylitol or Birch Sugar which can quickly kill, and this sugar substitute is…
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Ira Deutchman - Do You Have That Hook?
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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff and Christie discuss their top five favorite baseball films. Jeff interviews independent studio mogul Ira Deutchman (A Woman Under the Influence, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Sex Lies and Videotape, Hoop Dreams). They discuss Ira’s enduring career, distributing This Old Cub, and some insightful advice for to…
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Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Chris Pachel talks about canine separation anxiety – what it IS and what it IS NOT. What can people do to deal with dogs who have separation anxiety? Are dogs really guilty after having an accident indoors or tearing up a pillow because of separation anxiety. Why are psycho-pharmaceuticals may be required or a product cal…
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Dog Bite Prevention Week and Dr. Mikel Delgado on why playtime is essential to your cat’s mental and physical health
Play with Your Cat! – That is both the name of the book and the message from Dr. Mikel Delgado. She discusses how to play with your cat, what are the best toys to play with your cat, when are the best times to play with your cat and most important why play is ESSENTIAL to your cat’s mental and physical health. And what is the potential consequence …
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Bobby Dernier - Tiger Paws On My Feet
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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff interviews center fielder Bobby Dernier about the incredible 1984 Cubs team and its success, which took Chicago by storm. Then Jeff crackerjack calls Gino’s East LA owner Dan Michaels. Support the Show. Thanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and rec…
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Lessons on dogs suffering from cancer, the importance of demonstrating competence in the dog training field, and more
Bradley Phifer, Director of Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers , explains what this organization is and what to look for if you happen to be sniffing out a dog trainer. And dog training is not a licensed profession, and some trainers use methods that can do more harm than good. That’s why demonstrating competence in the field is so…
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Santos Limon, Dem nominee for Tx 23 talks primary experience and the expected far-right insurgent challenge in November
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You know me and bios, I put them off for a sec. Go listen to the episode, check back here later for more ways to find Santos Limon, you can start with his website here https://limonforcongress.com/ Want to reach me? Email: theelpasobeat@gmail.com FB/IG/Threads: @theelpasobeatKirjoittanut Richard Genera
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Dr. Ernie Ward talks pet obesity and prevention; Jackie Ott Jaakola on the benefits of cat health studies; and more
Founder and President of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, Dr. Ernie Ward, says the issue is far more complex than people merely offering too much table food. So, what exactly has been going on? And why with every passing year are there more and more obese dogs/cats? And it’s not only about weight, but also about body condition score. Cle…
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Nate Oliver - We Hit A Tailspin
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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff and Christie talk about luck. Jeff interviews Dodger/Cub Nate Oliver about that Cubs 1969 team, singing Pennant Fever, and the Koufax no-hitter in ’65. Then Jeff crackerjack calls Joey Hickman, son of Cubs slugger Jim Hickman. Support the Show. Thanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you…
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Animal Planet’s Victoria Stilwell shares details about her upcoming 11th Annual Dog Behavior Conference
From IT’S ME OR THE DOG on Animal Planet, a very wide-ranging conversation with superstar dog trainer Victoria Stilwell. She announces that the virtual Victoria Stilwell Academy 11th Annual Dog Behavior Conference is April 19-21 and discloses who some of the speakers are and what some of the topics are. The hope is that San Francisco – working to b…
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Dr. Sheilah Robertson, who received the Animal Welfare for the American Veterinary Medical Association, is as expert anesthesia and analgesia. She points out that people (and pets too) can truly die directly due to pain and offers the history of what we know about this. And answers at what point do you not put a pet under anesthesia. And why it’s a…
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Barry Rozner - We Are What We Are
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Send us a text Jeff and Christie discuss regret. The earnest Barry Rozner talks about how he went from a vender to an award-winning sports journalist, his relationship with Ron Santo, writing Ron’s Hall of Fame speech, and more. Then Jeff crackerjack calls his nephew, Sam Brown. Support the Show. Thanks for listening! Please follow and share. If yo…
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Kara Burns is a Credentialed Veterinary Technician with a specialty in nutrition, dentistry, and internal medicine. To acknowledge the difference she’s made in veterinary medicine, she was just honored with the Icon Award from the Bridge Club. Burns is on the Board of Directors of the EveryCat Health Foundation, and talks about an upcoming symposiu…
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Virtual care or telehealth is available and it’s tempting – but might not be in your best interest or your pets’ interest, according to Dr. Gail Golab, Associate Executive Vice President and Chief Veterinary Officer of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Actually, Dr. Golab loves the idea of telehealth, noting “it can be amazing” IF and on…
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Ron Rapoport - A New Beginning
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Send us a text In this episode, Jeff talks with the masterful biographer/reporter Ron Rapoport about his book on Ernie Banks and that Cubs 1969 team. Then Jeff crackerjack calls his childhood friend and armchair GM, Peter Nestos, to discuss the Cubs’ upcoming season. Support the Show. Thanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what…
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The earthquakes are coming - TX Railroad Commission candidate Bill Burch on the crisis and potential brought to Texas by the oil and gas industry
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I know I have been absent for a while, but this was just too important of a conversation to have not to make time for it. I hope you learn something, and not just anxiety inducing stuff, but something to be hopeful for. You'll likely recall our recent brush with seismic activity - that should be our wake up call. That's the message candidate and gu…
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Gene O’Neill is CEO of North American Veterinary Community and the VMX veterinary meeting – the largest continuing education event for veterinary professionals. He explains how this matters to you as a pet parent. Dr. Tammy Grubb, President of the International Academy of Veterinary Pain Management and adjunct professor at Washington State Universi…
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Veterinary dentist Dr. Jan Bellows celebrates Pet Dental Health Month. He discusses preventive care (including several surprise answers). Indeed it’s all about prevention, like dental diets and treats, wipes and water additives like Oratene. Dr. Michael Lappin, Professor at Colorado State University, has been investigating that mystery dog respirat…
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Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Lisa Radosta talks common but sometimes life-threatening behavior problems in dogs and cats
Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Lisa Radosta discusses common but truly sometimes life-threatening behavior problems in dogs and cats. She is co-author of Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat. Topics include separation anxiety and cats who have accidents outside of their litter boxes. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/4476671/4476671_2024-01-06-223511.64…
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Dr. Tammy Grubb reveals how cats are so adept at masking pain. Dr. Grubb is president of the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Managementand adjunct professor Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. And now there’s a new way to treat arthritis in cats. Famed cat book author Gwen Cooper has done it again. Her latest book i…
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While some dog behaviors are perfectly normal if you happen to be a dog, like jumping on people who arrive at the house or digging at the garden, these are not acceptable behaviors to live with. Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Valli Parthasarathy offers solutions about what to do. Veterinary cardiologist Dr. Brian Scansen on all things heart disease in …
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