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Steve Dale's Pet World Petcast from 720 WGN Chicago
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Noted pet expert Steve Dale joins John Williams, to talk about his new book, “Ask the Dog!” He takes a listener question and teaches us the S.T.O.P. method when meeting new dogs.
Veterinary technician Mary Ann Minnick talks about how she’s making her dream come true with All Pets Wellness Centers, Aurora, IL. This is a lifestyle center for pets and people who love them. So much is offered, including inviting seniors in to interact with dogs. This is a large enough space for special events, which can be […]
Rehab veterinarian Dr. Kelly Fishman says this is her busiest time of year due to injuries related to cold, snow and ice. Before any outside running to chase a ball, she says stretching is as important for dogs as it is for people to avoid injuries, and she explain how. She also explains that more […]
Dog trainer Will Bangura has authored a book like none other, Sniff to Soothe: Rewiring Neurobehavioral Patterns of Aggression, Anxiety and Reactivity Through Structed Scent Work. The dog’s nose is a pathway to normalize many problem behaviors, prevent some behavior problems and inhibit or delay the onset of cognitive decline – yes, all of this by allowing dogs to […]
Most furriers in the U.S. are no longer in business anyway, but Wayne Pacelle President and CEO of Center for a Humane Economy and Animal Wellness Action explains that all mink farms in the U.S. should be closed down, and aside from ethical animal welfare issues, it has to do with human health. Pacelle was a force behind how […]
Dr. Kurt Venator, Chief Veterinary Officer at Purina, notes how veterinarians play a critical role in the lives of pets and pet owners, serving as trusted partners for their pets’ well-being. Dr. Venator announces significant donations to five top veterinary schools to support veterinary education and advancements in pet health. The collaborations supports research and […]
An encore performance by Dr. Patricia McConnell, ethologist and certified applied animal behaviorist and is the author of two of the most influential books ever on dog behavior, The Other End of the Leash and For the Love of a Dog: Understanding Emotion in Your and Your Best Friend. Among topics discussed is the choice for positive reinforcement […]
From The International Cat Association, Steve talks with the President Vicki Jo Harrison about the Great American Cat Show, January 2 to 4 at the Tinley Park Convention Center. She talks about the unique personalities of various pedigreed cat breeds and describes what goes on at a cat show. She also notes that Steve will be speaking at […]
Dog trainer Jeff Millman is back, and talks about his second book Triggers and Reactions: A Guide to Fixing Dog Behavior Problems: Volume Two: Jumping, Barking and Biting. We don’t cover everything in the book but we do discuss jumping and barking. Also, he explains when clicker training may be helpful, and how to do it. Lab […]
Rachel Geller, cat behavior & retention specialist is the author of this easy to read yet complete guide to help to solve various cat behavior problems, All Cats All the Time: More of What I Know About Cats. She says that the top of the list are litter box issue, which are discussed in detail. But […]
Your congenial program host Steve Dale interviews Steve Dale about his latest book, Ask the Dog. This is a book is mostly for kids. The idea is that we need to always ask dogs before petting them. It is true for dogs we do know and love, and most certainly for dogs we don’t know. And yes, dogs “talk;” they tell us all […]
Cynophobia, a fear of dogs, is more common than it’s ever been. Stefani Cohen, author of Overcoming Your Child’s Fear of Dogs: A Step by Step Guide for Parents explains what this fear is, and why it happens (and it’s not usually from a bad experience). She explains the four ways which a fear of dogs develops […]
Radio and podcast host. TV personality. Columnist. Author. Certified animal behavioral consultant. Animal advocate. Those are just a few titles on Steve Dale’s resume, which makes him a perfect guest for the Career Vision Podcast with Michael Piff. Steve has so many stories that we will have to do a Part II episode to cover […]
John O’Hurley, National Dog Show Host and actor joined Steve Dale on the show to preview the upcoming “The National Dog Show,” airing on Thanksgiving following the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Dr. Renee Schmid, Director of Veterinary Medicine and Senior Veterinary Toxicologist at Pet Poison Helpline debunks some internet myths, including that somehow Tums (the antacid) will treat dogs that have ingested grapes or raisins. She also talks about how to keep pets safe over Thanksgiving and Christmas. Actor Joey Luthman is traveling across America on a one-wheel to raise […]
David Frei – known as “Mr. Dog Show” discusses the increasingly popular National Dog Show presented by Purina, on NBC on Thanksgiving Day. Frei is also the author of two books about Animal Assisted Therapy and co-founder of the National Dog Show Therapy Dog Symposium, which you can attend at Rowan University or virtually. Frei and Steve […]
It’s an exciting celebration with Dr. Patrick Flynn, president of the Human Animal Bond Association – International Human Animal Bond Day on November 8. Dr. Flynn discusses the bond with our pets, and how it continues to intensify. And the bond isn’t relegated to pets, it’s with the natural world – and arguably today we crave it more than […]
Vera Junge, Volunteer Coordinator of Unity Hospice and Palliative Care, explains their novel program which cares for pets of clients who happen to be in hospice called Pet Peace of Mind. Volunteers walk dogs, feed pets, change cat litter, play with pets, change the paper for guinea pigs, whatever it takes. The organization also will drive pets […]
Dr. Michael Bailey, President of the American Veterinary Medical Association talks with Steve from a meeting in Brazil. Some tough topics are discussed, including affordability of veterinary care, vaccine hesitancy of pets, and the trend of virtual pet care. Also, can pets have autistic spectrum disorder? https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7744929/7744929_2025-10-04-185129.64kmono.mp3
Diane Keaton, an Oscar-winning actress whose career spanned more than five decades, has died at age 79. In 2004, Keaton, an animal lover, spoke with WGN Radio’s Steve Dale about “Home 4 the Holidays,” a campaign to adopt pets from shelters during the holiday season.
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