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The Steve Dale Pet World Petcast from 720 WGN.
Episodios
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Most common allergies among dogs, how characteristics in dogs occur, and more
16/04/2023Dealing with pets who have allergies: This is the time of year when seasonal allergies, so common in people, also begin to happen in dogs. You might be surprised at the most common allergies among dogs, as explained by Dr. Adam Christman, Chief Medical Officer DVM360. A fascinating conversation with veterinary behaviorist Dr. Leanne Lilly of the Ohio […]
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What the After Hours Veterinary Crisis Care Program is all about, National Dog Bite Prevention Week, and more
09/04/2023Operations Manager at Chicago Animal Care and Control Angela Rayburn, and Founder of Friends of Chicago Animal Care and Control Charlie Propsom talk about how an abused dog named Sweetie was recently saved. Rayburn talks about prosecuting the abuser to the full extent of the law, and Propsom explains what the After Hours Veterinary Crisis Care Program is all about and […]
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Western Veterinary Conference, alternatives to brushing your pet’s teeth, and more
02/04/2023Jackie Ott Jaakola, executive director of 55-year old non-profit EveryCat Health Foundation. She explains how this organization has had it’s paw in pretty much everything we know about cat health, most recently changing feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) from fatal to treatable. Also, about how EveryCat Health and especially a legendary researcher Dr. Niels Pedersen made it possible […]
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Tick diseases and prevention, the correlation between aging in our pets and Alzheimer’s disease in humans, and more
26/03/2023Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Chris Pachel talks about aging cats and dogs, and the correlation to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. He talks about signs to watch out for, and what you can do both help your pet and help family members to live with this impaired pet. Fear Free and pain and a swine on the lamb. Registered […]
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A game-changer medication for arthritis in cats, 7 reasons to adopt a dog or cat, and more
19/03/2023Dr. Mike Petty explains that cats are masters of masking pain, and so many behavior problems in cats occur because of a medical explanation, very often arthritis. Dr. Petty explains how cats offer subtle signs of pain. There’s now a medication – specifically approved for arthritis in cats, called Solensia, which Dr. Petty calls “a game […]
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International canine welfare crisis, concerning trend in dog training, and more
12/03/2023Dr. Gerald Bell makes a surprising announcement about an “international canine welfare crisis” concerning some of the most popular dog breeds. He is the chair of the World Small Animal Veterinary Association Heredity Disease Committee and adjunct professor Tufts University. Credentialed Dog trainer Steve Frost, President of A Sound Beginning Chicago on an unfortunate trend in dog training. Discussed […]
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Veterinary Diagnostic Centers brings a new ultrasound facility to Chicago, the importance of telemedicine, and more
05/03/2023Dr. Jeffrey Bloomberg, medical director Veterinary Diagnostic Centers in Chicago explains what this new ultrasound facility will be, offering an option for the lack of availability for ultrasounds at 3114 W. Irving Park Road. Unfortunately, the current shortages in the profession and a record number of pet parents combine for a sometimes unreasonable wait to get the […]
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Illinois State Rep Rita Mayfield talks new bill that will prevent insurance companies from discriminating against dog breeds regarding homeowners and renters insurance
26/02/2023Kara Burns, board member EveryCat Health Foundation and a veterinary technician specialist in nutrition discusses how medically urgent it may be if a cat goes 24 hours without eating. And the “finicky” cat might be finicky, but often there is a medical explanation. And she explains how important the texture of food is for cats. And the […]
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The 61st Annual Benefit Lincoln State Cat Show returns to DuPage County Fairgrounds
19/02/2023Lincoln State Cat Club Show Manager Jeremy Basterash on the 61st Annual Benefit Lincoln State Cat Show, February 25-26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at DuPage County Fairgrounds Building One, 2015 Manchester Rd, Wheaton, IL. Basterash explains what happens at a cat shows (beginning with explaining that cat shows are nothing like dog shows). Steve is speaking […]
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How to easily clip your dog’s nails, recognizing arthritis in cats, and more
12/02/2023Taylor Rezvani, executive director and co-founder Whole Dog Academy and on the Education Committee of the Human Animal Bond Association discusses what consent or cooperative care dog training is all about, and how this approach supports the human-animal bond. Also, discussed is how to use this approach to reduce dog bites. And how to clip your dog’s nails the […]
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Dr. Mary Gardner talks geriatric cats and the best ways to care for them in her book ‘Nine Lives Are Not Enough’
05/02/2023The first time likely talked about to the public: Dr. David Twedt, internal medicine specialist and professor emeritus Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine explains how a group of respected experts strongly believe that there is simply too much copper in dog foods – and explains what the significant health ramifications may be for […]
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New Wildcat docudrama, what we know regarding the benefits of CBD products for pets, and more
29/01/2023Chicago’s own Dr. Dana Varble, chief medical officer North American Veterinary Community VMX Veterinary Conference talks with Steve from the Conference in Orlando, FL about new technology which will help your pets in 2023, including a new drug (Solensia) approved specifically for arthritis in cats and new ways to identify cancers early. Dr. Joe Wakshlag, professor Cornell University on […]
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Dr. Tammy Grubb reveals secrets regarding cats and pain, Dr. Meghan Herron covers how to introduce a cat into a new home, and more
22/01/2023Cat doesn’t have Steve’s tongue – the entire program is devoted to cats. Dr. Tammy Grubb, board certified anesthesiologist, adjunct professor at Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine and President Elect International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management, reveals secrets regarding cats and pain because cats aren’t going to tell us. And about a new drug now available […]
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Dr. Natalie Marks predictions for pets in 2023 including new technology to better understand pain in pets
15/01/2023Dr. Natalie Marks pulls out her crystal ball and offers a veterinarian’s perspective of what she sees happening for pets in 2023, including but not limited to new technology to better understand pain in pets, a new drug for painful cats, and how more states will likely ban sales of dogs and cats at pet […]
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Mr. Dog Show David Fei covers the Windy City cluster of dog shows and Carol Baskin shares details about the newly signed Big Cat Public Safety Act
08/01/2023A newly expanded Steve Dale’s Pet World, kicks off with Mr. Dog Show David Fei talking about the Windy City cluster of dog shows, including the third leg of the event today at the Schaumburg Renaissance Convention Center. David also discusses therapy dogs, and a recent symposium which he helped to organize. Carol Baskin, founder Big Cat Rescue, on […]
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Resolutions for pets going into the new year
01/01/2023Continuing with a Steve Dale’s Pet World tradition, Steve talks with the President of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Lori Teller offers her resolutions for pets for the New Year. Here are, according to pet insurer Trupanion, the most popular dog and cat names of 2022.
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A special conversation with Dr. Mark Goldstein and Steve Dale’s annual presentation of ‘A Pet’s Night Before Christmas’
25/12/2022A special conversation with a very special person, Dr. Mark Goldstein. Not only is he a veterinarian who has done it all, he’s an inspiration. His story is one of resilience and optimism winning the day. Merely talking with Dr. Goldstein is a lesson of love and as well as anyone, he can define the […]
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Keeping pets safe during the holidays and how to avoid ER visits
18/12/2022Happy Howlidays! Dr. Adam Christman, Chief Veterinary Officer at DVM 360 (AKA Santa Paws) and manager of veterinary professional services and Senior Veterinary Toxicologist at Pet Poison Helpline, Dr. Renee Schmid, offer tips on keeping pets safe at this time of year. Many problems which veterinarians see in the ER are preventable. And does this fish win an award for […]
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Pet Obesity Prevention and a detailed look at what the pet population is in the U.S.
11/12/2022Most dogs and cats in America are overweight or obese. Dr. Ernie Ward is the founder/president Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. He explains just how complex this issue is. To help to better understand, there’s a pet parent survey which he hopes people will take here. If you have a cat or care the slightest about cats, […]
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Chicago is voted the ‘rattiest city’, Dr. Natalie Marks explains why this matters if you have dog
04/12/2022We’re talking kittens so I dare listeners not to smile. Sally Bahner, author of The Art of Raising A Kitten is apparently a kitten artist. Speaking of kittens, to make you smile, Steve’s own kitty, Groucho has a TikTok page, Groucho_thefunnycat. Again, Chicago is the rattiest city in the U.S. Dr. Natalie Marks explains why this matters if you have […]