Archive for the ‘Podcasts’ Category

Dr. Aubrey Fine, "The Living Dr. Doolittle," discusses animal assisted therapy on the "My Doggie Says…" Show

Monday, June 21st, 2010

Dr. Aubrey Fine is a native of Montreal, Canada. He received his graduate degree from University of Cincinnati in 1982. Dr. Fine opened his practice in Claremont in 1987. His practice specializes in treating children with ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental disorders and parent child relations.

Dr. Fine has also been an active faculty member at California State Polytechnic University since Fall of 1981. His leadership among faculty and teaching excellence earned him the prestigious Wang Award in 2001, given to a distinguished professor within the California State University system, in this instance for exceptional commitment, dedication, and exemplary contributions within the areas of education and applied sciences. He was also awarded the Educator of the Year in 1990, from the Learning Disability Association of CA. He just was awarded the 2006 CA Poly Faculty Award for Community Engagement. He is the author of several books including the Therapist’s Guide to Learning and Attention Disorders as well as the Handbook on Animal Assisted Therapy.

Listen to how Aubrey uses animals in his human therapy programs.

When Did Man and Dog First Form Their Partnership?

Friday, June 18th, 2010

Jonathan Franklin, author of “The Wolf in the Parlor,” has re-written the narrative about the long-time relationship between Man and Dog. Conventional wisdom has Man domesticating the Dog somewhere around 6,000 years ago. But Jon Franklin, through extensive research, has shown that Man didn’t really “domesticate” the Dog. Instead, approximately 12,000 years ago, Man and the Wolf evolved simultaneously into a partnership in which Dog (the evolved Wolf) took on the responsibility of guarding over Man, and Man accepted the responsibility for the care and feeding of Dog. At the same time — archeological records show — Man’s brain mass decreased by about 10% (because he didn’t have to guard the fort at night) and Dog’s brain mass decreased by about 20% (because he didn’t have to scavenge for food). It’s a fascinating story, well told. It truly explains the warm psychological bond between Man and Dog.

The My Doggie Says… Radio Talk Show

Friday, June 18th, 2010

Fred talks about ways you can improve your dog communication, dog relationships, and dog bonding skills — intermixed with tracks from the “Dog Tracks CD: Songs by Dogs” and the “Dog Appreciation Lessons” CD.

Dean Koontz tells how his Golden Retriever, Trixie, opened his eyes to some aspects of life that he had come to see as “mundane.”

Linda Blair Talks About Dog Rescue and the Linda Blair Foundation on the "My Doggie Says…" Show

Friday, June 18th, 2010

Linda Blair, famed actress and founder of the Linda Blair Foundation, talks about her dog rescue work in the Los Angeles area — on the “My Doggie Says…” Radio Talk Show.

Getting Connected with Your Dog and Reading its Body Language

Friday, June 18th, 2010

Brenda Aloff, author of “Get Connected With Your Dog” and “Canine Body Language, A Photographic Guide,” talks about dog communication and dog relationships on the “My Doggie Says…” Radio Show.

Placing the Dogs of Hospice Patients

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

Kelly Moyer, founder of “Tails of Hope Animal Rescue” describes her magnificent efforts to find homes for dogs whose owners are nearing the end of their lives. What incredible, devoted, brave work this is. Hear Kelly’s story on “The My Doggie Says…” Radio Show.

Rescue Dogs from Taiwan: The Golden Retriever Club of Greater Los Angeles Rescue

Thursday, June 17th, 2010

The Golden Retriever Club of Greater Los Angeles Rescue (GRCGLAR) has a wonderful project for rescuing dogs from the streets of Taiwan. Barbara Davis, assembled part of the team for this edition of the “My Doggie Says… Show. Ira Lawson heads up the Welcome Waggin Committee and is the first to greet the dogs when they arrive at LAX. David Perry is the Project Taiwan liason. Alan Heppel adopted one of the dogs from Taiwan — Tucker was found in an alleyway tied to a pole. Debra Wild adopted her Golden Retriever, “Arthur Douglas McMurray Bach.”

My Doggie Says… Radio Talk Show

Thursday, June 10th, 2010

Host Fred Haney talks about dog bonding, dog communication, and dog relationships. Hear sound clips from the “Dog Tracks CD: Songs by Dogs” and the “Dog Appreciation Lessons” CD.

The "My Doggie Says…" Radio Talk Show, June 9, 2010

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

Tune in tonight, at 8:00 Phoenix time and 8:00 Pacific Daylight Time, to hear Fred discuss dog-bonding and ways of building a stronger relationship with your dog. Also, listen for tracks from Bob Dorman’s funtabulous CD, Dog Tracks: Songs by Dogs. Streaming is live on KFNX-1100, Phoenix.

What Does A Professional Animal Trainer Say About Training Dogs?

Saturday, June 5th, 2010

Kathy Sdao, animal trainer and faculty member for the “Clicker Expos,” discusses her approach to dog training on the “My Doggie Says…” radio talk show.

Kathy is an associate Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist based in Tacoma, Washington and has spent the past two decades as a full-time professional trainer for dogs and other animals.