Articles: pet adoption
Anti Cruelty Society Celebrates Martin Luther King Day and Steve’s Ice-Cream
animal cruelty, pet adoption, Steve Dale, WGN Radio
Elliott Serrano, the Anti-Cruelty Society’s manager of community programs, HERE on my WGN Sunday afternoon Steve Dale’s Other World Show, speaks about their Virtual Day of Service for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. He provides details about the many activities happening virtually for MLK Day, Monday, January 18. Happenings included crafting and creating your own…
Choosing the Right Kind of Pet and Where Do You Get That Pet From?
animal shelters, bearded dragon lizard, cats, dogs, ferrets, pet adoption, Puppy Mills, rabbits, rats, reptiles, snakes, Steve Dale, turtle, veterinary health, WGN Radio
If there’s a time of year to talk about what type of pet to get, and where you get that pet from – this is it. The kids say, “I want a pet for Christmas (or Hanukkah).” Listen HERE to Dr.Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer at the North American Veterinary Community offer advice on my…
The One and Only Doc Emrick
entertainment, pet adoption, Steve Dale, WGN Radio
I love it when I have the opportunity to talk with 2008 Foster Hewitt Hockey Hall of Fame broadcaster Mike ‘Doc’ Emrick. Hear our conversation on WGN Radio. Doc begins by explain that he really is a doc; he has a doctorate degree. And how one famous sports broadcaster supported that doctorate. Emrick tells many…
Safe Humane Chicago Diamonds in the Ruff
dogs, Human Animal Bond Association, pet adoption
On Thursday, October 29, 2020, Safe Humane Chicago will host Diamonds in the Ruff, a virtual “telethon” and celebration to support healing and second chances for dogs and people impacted by violence and trauma. “Not only do we need everyone’s support for these community programs, especially during this pandemic; but also we feel strongly that…
French Bulldogs Confiscated at O’Hare Airport: Story Has Happy Ending
animal cruelty, animal news, pet adoption, veterinary health
Entering the U.S. without proper paperwork from Royal Jordanian Airlines, U.S. authorities – for whatever the reason didn’t immediately turn the dogs back where they came from. Instead, 15 French Bulldogs (and a few other dogs) were hidden away – and without food and water or the opportunity to go to the bathroom outside their…
Chicago Shelter Scene Now; Decoding Your Cat and Veterinary Professionals Against Puppy Mills
American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, American Veterinary Medical Assocation, animal news, cat behavior, cat training, cats, Decoding Your Cat, Decoding Your Dog, dog behavior, dogs, pet adoption, pets, Puppy Mill Project, Steve Dale, veterinary health, veterinary technician, WGN Radio
Listen HERE to this week’s Steve Dale’s Pet World on WGN Radio show with Emily Klehm, CEO of South Suburban Humane Society describes not only what’s going on at her shelter but also talking about the overall Chicago shelter scene – and so far, so great. Adoptions and fosters remain way up. Klehm comments on…
When to See Your Vet; Josh Feeney is a Dad to Rescued Six Puppies
cats, Chicago Animal Care and Control, dogs, human animal bond, pet adoption, pets, puppies, Steve Dale, veterinary health, WGN Radio
Listen HERE to Dr. Natalie Marks on my Steve Dale’s Pet World radio show on WGN, as she explains when to see the veterinarian or not. After all, you don’t want to go out if you don’t need to but you also want to insure the health of your pets. Dr. Marks notes that annual…
AVMA President on COVID-19 and Pets; State of Chicago Animal Shelters on WGN Radio
American Veterinary Medical Assocation, cats, COVID-19, dog flu, dogs, pet adoption, pet behavior, Steve Dale, veterinary health, veterinary technician, WGN Radio
The most authoritative source at this time when we are so desperate for information regarding COVID-19 and pets is the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). On Steve Dale’s Pet World on WGN Radio, listen HERE as I began this show speaking with Dr. John Howe, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association. My first question…
Anti Cruelty Society Provides Pet Food and More to COVID-19 Patients
animal cruelty, COVID-19, pet adoption
The Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago will provide pet food and provisions to pet owners affected by COVID-19 thanks to a grant from PetSmart Charities. With the additional funds, the Society is expanding its Friends Who Care program to Chicago area pet owners who are experiencing difficulty providing for their cat or dog due to medical…
Naperville, IL Does It! Bans Sales of Dogs and Cats at Pet Stores
Decoding Your Dog, dogs, human animal bond, pet adoption, puppies, Puppy Mill, Puppy Mill Project, Puppy Mills, Steve Dale, veterinary health
It’s happening all over the country, and now Naperville, IL has now banned the sales of dogs and cats at pet stores because of where these animals are sourced, as NO responsible breeder ever sells to a pet store. The subject has been brought up previously, dating back to 2014; the final vote was narrow,…
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