The Steve Dale Pet World Petcast from 720 WGN.
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New American Veterinary Medical Association President Dr. Jennifer Quammen tackles some of the biggest issues facing pet owners and veterinary professionals today, including why veterinary care costs continue to rise and whether corporate ownership and Wall Street are reshaping the profession. A former veterinary technician, Dr. Quammen also discusses how credentialed vet techs can be utilized…
Michael Schneider combined his love of dogs and passion for flying to found the nonprofit Pilots to the Rescue 10 years ago. Since then, volunteer pilots have helped save more than 9,000 animals by transporting them across the country. The organization’s missions extend beyond cats and dogs, with pilots also helping relocate endangered wildlife, including […]
Everyone at the Buddy Foundation in Arlington Heights is a volunteer—there is no paid staff. That means donations go directly toward caring for the homeless pets they serve. Louise Basgall, Buddy Foundation’s community events planner, joins Steve to discuss the organization’s work and upcoming events. Steve also previews his presentation, “Why Are Dog Bites on the […]
Cat behavior and retention specialist Rachel Geller, author of All Cats All the Time: More of What I Know About Cats, joins us to discuss some of the most common challenges facing cat owners today. Geller explains why litter box issues remain the leading behavioral concern and shares practical strategies for addressing them. She also […]
The story of feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) has been filled with unexpected setbacks and breakthroughs. Dr. Brian Holub of the nonprofit EveryCat Health Foundation explains how this once poorly understood and often fatal disease evolved into one that is now treatable. He traces the major developments in the FIP journey, recognizes the researchers and veterinarians […]
This week, Dr. Nancy Kay, author of A Dog Named 647, joins the show to discuss her inspiring novel for middle-school readers and older audiences. Through the story of Mia and a rescued dog named 647, the book encourages young people to think carefully about where pets come from and how they can make a […]
Wayne Pacelle, CEO and president of Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy, discusses several major animal welfare stories that have received little national attention. He explains why the USDA has resumed using poison-loaded devices to kill predators—including more than 100,000 coyotes, along with bears, wolves, and other wildlife—and the risks these devices pose […]
Veterinary cardiologist Dr. Chris Brennan offers the 4-1-1 on heart disease in dogs and in cats, and the latest on new treatments. Dog trainer Zak George wonders out loud how and why the American Kennel Club (AKC) appears to support puppy mills by fighting bipartisan legislation known as the Puppy Mill Protection Act. That’s not to mention that the […]
Dr. Leilani Alvarez serves as Director of the Tina Santi Flaherty Rehabilitation & Fitness Service and leads the Integrative and Rehabilitative Medicine Department at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center in New York City. One of only a select group of veterinarians worldwide board-certified in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation, Dr. Alvarez is also the author of […]
Journalist, Radio Hall of Famer, and CBS News Sunday Morning contributor Scott Simon joins the show to discuss his book, Ulysses S. Cat and Other Animals I Have Known. Simon shares heartfelt and humorous stories about the pets that became part of his family, delivering the wit, warmth, and storytelling that have made him a […]