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Discouraging A Terrier From Nipping

February 18, 2012

A woman wants to housebreak her two beagles, Misty and Princess Fannie, but is having trouble corralling them in the house. Licorice the cat has a swollen nose. Charlie the Cairn terrier mix nips when excited or anxious. Dr. Gary talks about using positive training to discourage Charlie from mouthing around young children. After that, it’s “The Loh Down on Science with Sandra Loh: Pregnant Dolphins.”

Music: Dr. Gary’s theme – “Coisa No.1” by Moacir Santos; Wirana’s Cave from Spiritual Music of The Aboriginals

http://wamuanimalhouse.org/shows/2012-02-18/celebrating-dragon-and-squirrel

Celebrating The Dragon And The Squirrel

February 18, 2012

Two significant occasions on the animal calendar; The Chinese Year of the Dragon commences and the observance of National Squirrel Appreciation Day. We celebrate both in a separate conversations with an author who has written a new book about the dragon myth and a naturalist who is a diehard supporter of the squirrel.

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Keeping Chinchillas As Pets

February 18, 2012

A college student wants to keep a non-traditional pet in her dorm room. Dr. Gary recommends rats and explains why they are good pets. Sassy the chinchilla lives up to her name by biting and spiting when taken out of the cage. Bodhi the cat constantly chases her tail. After that, it’s Animal House News with Steven Williams, who discusses a ban on importing and transporting some large snakes and proposed legislation to create animal abuser registries.

Music: Dr. Gary’s theme – “Coisa No.1” by Moacir Santos; “Chasing Pavements” by Adele

http://wamuanimalhouse.org/shows/2012-02-18/dolphin-drama-and-grizzly-bear-renaissance

Dolphin Drama And Grizzly Bear Renaissance

February 18, 2012

For centuries, stranded dolphins have been a common albeit distressing sight in the winter waters off Cape Cod but experienced rescuers are saying this year’s strandings may be more serious than in the past. The man leading the rescue effort speaks with Sam Litzinger about the reasons why.

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Cats Run Amok In The House

February 11, 2012

A listener wants to keep her four month-old kitten out of her bedroom and bathroom. Junior the cat breaks into cabinets to eat crunchy food. It started when Junior changed to moist food only because of bladder problems. Two newlyweds want to adopt a cat, but are concerned that their Jack Russell terrier, Nash, won’t agree. A woman asks whether feline myesthesia is common. After that, it’s “The Loh Down on Science: Sleepy Sloppy Bees.”

Music: Dr. Gary’s theme – “Coisa No.1” by Moacir Santos; “Nyan Cat- Smooth Jazz Cover” by HeartlessCorporation

http://wamuanimalhouse.org/shows/2012-02-11/cats-hell-and-sex-six-legs

Cats From Hell And Sex On Six Legs

February 11, 2012

Jackson Galaxy, host of Animal Planet's "My Cat From Hell" talks to Sam Litzinger about his approach to dealing with feisty felines and Marlene Zuk, a professor of biology at University of California, Riverside talk about her book, "Sex On Six Legs: Lessons on Life, Love & Language From the Insect World"

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A Gecko Has A Swollen Paw

February 11, 2012

Host Sam Litzinger talks about his experience at an emergency veterinary hospital, where he decided to put down his beagle, Ella. A young beagle is afraid of new people and inanimate objects in and around her home. The owner of a Australian Shepherd worries about his dog’s aggression after the dog bit his young nephew. A leopard gecko has a swollen front right paw and hasn’t been eating as much.

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North American Bat Holocaust

February 11, 2012

A deadly fungus known as White Nose Syndrome is killing millions of bats in North America and scientists aren't quite sure how to stop it from spreading. Sam Litzinger speaks with two experts about the implications.

Music: Animal House theme: "Step Up" - The Toasters; "Caribbean Blue" - Enya; "Bat Cave" (from "Batman" Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) - Danny Elfman

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Chasing Golden Shadows

February 4, 2012

Birdie the Border Collie gets anxious when her owner watches sports on television. Banner the Golden Retriever constantly chases light and shadows. Dr. Gary discusses whether it could be a form of epilepsy or an obsession-compulsive behavior. A woman wants to know more about getting a hedgehog as a pet. Diego the wire-haired dachshund has lost his spunk since returning from Kenya. His owner asks whether pet jet lag exists and about strategies to help Diego adjust to his new home. After that, it’s “Bird Note: Birds in Music.”

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Riding With A Zebra In The Tank; Journey’s End for Retired Chimps

February 4, 2012

Fauna Sanctuary is a Canadian “retirement home” and rescue facility for chimpanzees. Primatologist-turned journalist Andrew Westoll realized a dream when he spent several months living at the sanctuary and Sam Litzinger spoke to Westoll about his experiences and the book he wrote as a result, The Chimps of Fauna Sanctuary. Following that, Dr.

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