Animal Writes - Animal Writers and Best-selling Authors - Pets & Animals

Deborah tells you about an old dog showing his cleverness plus a new dyi $10 coop project. What would you do if you were sleeping after surgery and your wife was naked just out of the shower when a robber breaks in? hopefully you will have a dog to protect you! Deb asks the difficult question of how and what to spend time and money on when it comes to animal rescue. Oscar the 10-year-old mini poodle found In a dumpster after abuse and neglect will cost 14k to help, and Oscar deserves that help but the many homeless dogs in shelters deserve the help too. Deborah describes the Doodle puppies she has up for adoption ¾ poodle ¼ golden f1b doodles and so so cute. Watch them grow and change from their first hour till now on my YouTube channel. Call 604 515-2267 to arrange an appointment to meet puppies and take one home! You can also contact us about pups through Facebook. What about rescuing dogs other places; What’s the math on that? Can you guess what type of animal is making a bunch of college girls stay inside and never go out? Listen to the show and find out! EPISODE NOTES: Dog Drama, Rescue Dilemmas & the $10 Coop Hack Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Joining me for this episode is award winning author Cate Conte. Cate and I have a fun chat about her latest cozy, in the Cat Café Mystery Series, Claws Out. We discuss the characters, new real-life local and the murders in the mystery. Cate and I also discuss what it takes to write a mystery series, as well as writing different genres. Of course, as usual, we discuss the importance and reward of rescue animals and organizations. Have a listen to one of the best, Cate Conte. Enjoy! EPISODE NOTES: Cate Conte - Claws Out Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Deb Wolfe tells you about the long extinct dire wolf you may remember from Game of Thrones back on earth living and breathing but maybe not howling. Is a wolf dog pet a good idea? How do wolves differ from dogs as pets? How you can keep your older cat or older dog in good shape and happy. Shout out to Seth Rogan for his spectacular performance on Colbert’s dog adoption segment where he kissed every puppy on the top of the head. If you know Seth Rogan please let him know I’d love to have him join me on this animal party podcast! He is officially invited to this animal party! EPISODE NOTES: Dire Wolves to Seth Rogen: It's a Howlin’ Good Time! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deb Wolfe shares a recipe for easy to bake 3 ingredient dog chews. Plus why are Canadians like labradoodles? Deb comments on John Stewart’s comparison wherein he called ‘Canadians the labradoodles of allies’ . Tabby Tim…..thanks to you there is now a tabby cat trick on deb wolfe- pet expert on YouTube to go with the so many dog tricks and puppy moments. Please subscribe to the channel & ask for the pet tricks you want to see Deb teach and demo. What is going on with fleas this year? Deborah gives you some practical affordable flea product prevention advice when it seems the usual tried and true expensive high end prevention methods are no longer effective and drugs are being suggested instead!? Sometimes do you feel like a bad mom? Well compared to some animal species you are a fantastic mom! EPISODE NOTES: From Fleas to Feel-Good Pet Tricks with Deb Wolfe! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Joining me for this episode is author and veterinarian Philipp Schott. Philipp and I have a chat about his recent book Heal the Beasts. Heal the Beasts is a fascinating and sometimes humorous look into the curious history of veterinarian medicine and treatments. Sharing stories of 22 different animal healers and veterinarians dating back thousands of years. Have a listen to this entertaining and insightful interview discussing all types of animals and the way we have taken care of them over the centuries. Enjoy! EPISODE NOTES: Philipp Schott DVM - Heal the Beasts Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

Deborah Wolfe describes spring break at Camp Good Dog with kids, guest dogs, foster dogs, resident dogs and 5 week old doodle puppies! Cute pics at camp good dog on facebook. Videos of the puppies from the first day till now, each day caught on video so you can watch them grow and change before your eyes from newborns to wrestling playful cuddly sweet puppies at Deb Wolfe- Pet expert on YouTube. Respect to the mine sniffing Jack Russel in Ukraine.. Deb points out a few examples of humans underestimating animals and their intentions from Woodpeckers to Golden Retriever extreme fetch games; why animals do what they do is often not simple. Do you know what it takes to tame a cat? 5 steps get a feral kitten from wild to tame and ready for adoption. Keanu Reeves? Deborah Wolfe is looking to chat with you on this Animal Party Podcast - about dogs of course. Deborah finishes the show with a request for your pet problems, questions and reviews of dog collars; especially no bark collars, gps tracking for pets, and collars that open pet doors for your pet only. We need some practical advice on what works! EPISODE NOTES: Golden Games, Woodpecker Woes & Keanu, Call Us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deborah Wolfe describes the meeting of 2000 + Dolphins off the coast of California swimming together in a giant mega pod with several species. What can this mean? What did Paul McCartney do for dogs? A listener asks ‘what does elbows up’ mean to Canadians. #elbowsup! Deb Wolfe takes Mike Meyers quiet cheer on SNL (which has become a rallying cry to Canadians) to a bizarre silly level demanding Americans give the world its dogs back and replace them with Russian and Chinese breeds. Now, that’s A Bad trade! How do Canadians feel about the recent Trump/Musk actions and tariffs? A bit like a spouse getting a surprise divorce and trying to start to date other people again. Some dog breeds have higher libido than others and that’s why some breeds are overrepresented in the accidental mutt population. So don’t worry, Mexico isn’t gonna ask for its chihuahuas back! In fact, 1 mama dog and her puppies can produce 67,000 dogs in 6 years while 1 mama cat and her kittens can produce a whopping 420,000 cats in 7 years. Neuter & Spay is the way to go! EPISODE NOTES: Elbows Up! Dolphins Unite, Dogs Delight & Canadian Spite Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deborah is Celebrating Happy Canada Day with a few lines of Canadian song hits during the show. In world pet news, hear what a drunk wild pig did after stealing 18 beers at a campsite, ‘Tex’ the grizzly bear and Deb Wolfe’s prediction on his relocation. Why are some cats and dogs afraid of things that seem harmless like for example a dog tough enough to stand up to a bear is afraid of an old house cat! Deb Wolfe explains how to slowly desensitize dogs and cats to the fears they learned through trauma, especially during the 3–6-month puppy/kitten stages. Could your dog or cat be afraid of their own name? Deb Wolfe explains when a name change can help. EPISODE NOTES: Drunk Pigs, Brave Dogs & Nervous Cats: Deb’s Wild World of Pets Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Joining me for this episode are certified professional dog trainers and authors, Kathy Callahan and Helen St. Pierre. We have a chat about their new book, Old Dog, New Dog. Kathy and Helen teach us how to best support our aging best dog friend, while welcoming a new puppy to their new forever home. From deciding the right time to add another dog, doing what’s best for your aging dog, committing time and energy to the new pup and how to say goodbye to your older dog when the time comes. Have a listen and learn a lot. Enjoy! EPISODE NOTES: Kathy Callahan & Helen St. Pierre - Old Dog, New Dog Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-writes-animal-writers-and-best-selling-authors-pets-animals--6666984/support.

In the news, a Heroic big rescue mutt dog keeps a bear away from an 18 year old girl . Thieves steal expensive puppies by faking a seizure in Denver. Deborah gives listeners the Breed profiles of Pointers & Giant Schnauzers. Does Deb’s border collie training customer have a shoe fetish or OCD? Want to see newborn puppies nursing and dreaming? How about pups the first day they open their eyes or take their first steps? How do you tell the boys from the girls? Please subscribe so you don’t miss a day from the very first day of these 9 pups growing and changing until they go to their forever families at 8 weeks. EPISODE NOTES: From Hero Dogs to Puppy Thieves: Tales That Bark Back Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deborah Wolfe does a breed profile of the tiny dog that won agility this year, the Papillion! Why sometimes the worst dog list and best dog list have the same dogs listed. How can the labrador retriever make the easiest to train list and the most mischief making list? Puppyhood! From good listeners like the Cane Corso to the rarely listening Dachshund the dog world has many choices; Know yourself and what you truly seek or you may end up with someone else’s best dog that is your worst! Deborah tells you about an unusual USA/Canada border and some pet issues that come up locally; When you need a passport to go get your cat to come back inside! Did you know cats can jump 6x their own body length? See footage of the 9 one day old doodle pups at debwolfe.petexpert on YouTube and subscribe so you don’t miss the puppy action & training demos on cats (& dogs). EPISODE NOTES: Tiny Papillons, Naughty Labs & a Cat Who Needs a Passport Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deb Wolfe asks, “would you want to fly on a plane 3x in 36 hours?” Poor Maine Coon Kitty, Mittens got forgotten in baggage and had to travel back and forth 3x from New Zealand to Australia. The same week, another cat escaped in the passenger section and wandered the aisles making friends on a flight from Vancouver to Toronto. Deb suggests you take carabiners and zip ties to secure any escape issues that might come up by surprise. Do you have cats and your toothbrush sitting in a cup by the sink? Deb explains why that is a no-no! A simple office clip (shown on the show page) can solve that problem. Deborah teaches you how to get your pets to pose for campy photos with props and costumes and how to teach cats and dogs the ‘find’ command which is ideal for older dogs and cats. Deb Wolfe promises to cover more advanced find skills next Animal Party show and get your dogs and cats finding people and teach your dogs to find the car. EPISODE NOTES: Cat on a Plane! Sky-High Adventures and Hilarious Pet Travel Tales Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deb Wolfe shares pet news about the Urgent FDA warning a popular dog arthritis drug is dangerous, heat seeking drones put to good use and a 2.7 lb hero saves many lives. A listener asks for more cat jokes please and Deborah calls on the cat owners who listen to this show to put their cat loving fingers to work and click on https://tinyurl.com/mr2upsne, which is debwolfe.petexpert on YouTube and show the ‘how to’ cat training videos some love! There are far more cat pets than dog pets and so many of you have both cats and dogs so why do the ‘how to’ dog training videos like ‘how to pick a puppy’ get 158k views while stellar cat videos like ‘how to’ teach your cat (any cat, every cat) to shake paw get only a handful? Deborah asks ‘is it because you have given up on your cats learning or wanting to please you?’ Maybe your cats have given up on you and your one human trick of feeding them. Please subscribe to the channel and click on the cat videos and leave a comment about whatever you would like to see me to teach a cat and I’ll make that happen! Ciao meow. EPISODE NOTES: The Great Cat Conspiracy: Why Aren’t You Watching? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Dusty Rainbolt describes the cats of Iceland and the history of dogs there. Bird Flu is a big concern for pet owners now that it has caused indoor cat deaths from raw pet food and has jumped species to cows in the US and big cats at an American sanctuary. Deborah & Dusty both agree this is not the time for feeding pets raw foods! Check out the recipe for frozen yogurt doggie snack Deb shares on air; you may want to eat some too! How to use scent to get cats to accept each other or accept new kittens. EPISODE NOTES: Bird Flu, Raw Food Risks & Scent Secrets for Cat Harmony Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deb Wolfe chats with author & cat training expert, Dusty Rainbolt dispelling myths about cats. Can they drink salt water? Can they be vegetarian? Deborah Wolfe asks ‘Are cats conditional in their love and respect like dogs?” and Dusty says even more so! Dusty describes how her cats learned to care about her husband. A reader asks if cats have pack mentality or peer pressure to behave badly like dogs? Did you know that cats purr at a frequency of 50-125 mhz like our ultrasound and bone healing therapies? EPISODE NOTES: Do Cats Love You… or Just Your Tuna? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Trends in breeds & Pet Names and what not to call your pet! Deborah brings you the rankings of which dogs are most popular the past few years to today. What names are too popular for dogs or bad for training cats or dogs. How do you change a pet’s name and when should you? Have you noticed how cat names are different from dog names? It is nuts to give your dog nuts! EPISODE NOTES: Top Dogs, Trendy Cats & Names You Should Never Yell at the Dog Park Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Are you giving your dog or cat grain free or vegetarian pet food thinking it’s the best option? It’s not; Deborah explains why feeding your dog a completely grain free diet can kill your dog. How does eating a little canned pumpkin help dogs and cats with digestion. How much they need depends on size as Deb breaks down how many teaspoons your pet needs with each meal. Recipe for yummy peanut butter pumpkin pet treats at the end of the show. Thanks to the Chicago listener for the pet joke of the day. Keep them coming! Stacy Mantle from Pets Weekly, gives us her picks for the best dog bed and best pet cover for human beds, and Dr. Jory Bocknek, DVM sent a healthy tip message too. EPISODE NOTES: Grain-Free Dangers, Pumpkin Power, and the Best Beds for Pets! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deborah Wolfe answers the question which is smarter this year’s dog show national winner or last year’s; a pug or a pointer & can you train any orange tabby cat for tv? What makes the pug so likable but expensive and why is a pointer not the best choice for everyone? Plus, how to choose a shelter cat for tricks and performing. Imagine you went out one day and found two meowing newborn kittens huddling by your basement window and it turned out they were not domesticated cats at all, but bobcat kittens!! EPISODE NOTES: Pugs, Pointers & Purrformers: Who Wins Best in Show? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deborah Wolfe talks about Bears, Racoons, a horse hotel guest and fishermen saving a man & dog from a bear. The show begins with a discussion of a guilty plea in the black market bear parts trade, and an incident where fisherman saved a man & dog from a bear. What do dog owners need to know to keep dogs safe from bears and cats safe from coyotes. Plus did you know there is a very large horse who stays in a fancy hotel? News about stoned raccoons, fentanyl concealed in dog treats and why you get a different kind of loyalty from rescued cats & dogs; and why dogs rescued on vacation trips sometimes need training once home. For the most part adopted rescued pets like Chopper the Rottie cross (who behaved like a security officer at all times ) make for the most grateful and loyal and delightful pets EPISODE NOTES: Wild to Wonderful: Rescued Pets, Bear Escapes & Stoned Raccoons Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.

Deborah Wolfe chats with Deborah Cribbs from www.givethemten.org about the cat situation in different places including Turkey, Tunisia, Europe and America, and how the general attitude toward stray or street cats differs. Do you let your cats have an indoor life only, or an outdoor life only or maybe they get to come and go when they want. Different cultures are at play here and in Tunisia Deborah Cribbs described how kittens were often dropped off at the local fish store to fend for themselves. Wolfe adds cat facts including a description of why people are allergic to cats and describes dog allergy trials for perspective owners of doodles or poodles (the hypoallergenic breeds) and that’s when Deborah Cribb made a fantastic suggestion; if you think you have a family member with a pet allergy but it seems to be with only some cats or some pets and you aren’t sure….you can foster a pet! Right, your family, and the kids especially, know the pet is there temporarily, but you get a chance to test that pet fully and if no allergies manifest you can adopt. Deb Wolfe suggests for families who want to give a cat or kitten as a Christmas gift wrap a stuffed animal or figurine like the pet your kids are begging for and then add a homemade gift card for one to be selected from a shelter. Go to the shelter after the bustle and unpredictability of the holidays is done and the house is calm and decorations are put away. Once spring hits in North America, Cribbs says its kitten season so if that’s what you are looking for that’s when you’ll have many cutie kittens to pick from. EPISODE NOTES: From Fish Shops to Foster Homes: A Global Look at Cat Culture Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/animal-party-dog-cat-news-animal-facts--6666735/support.