Why Does Your Dog Invade Personal Space? - Episode 205

Send us a text Rewind back to Sunday 9-7-2003 (hour 1) In the episode you will hear Mark, Donna, Brad, Jamie, & Jason the intern Do you kiss your pets? Do you talk to them Kirby the stock tip cat Fact or Fiction A cat was given baby tylenol. That is a  BAD thing.  Kayla listening on KFAB - What can I put in my rat"s cage? Are cedar chips bad?  (spoiler: yes) Email from Tony - Why do dogs sniff people"s crotches?   Annette on KFAB - tries the Fact or Fiction Suzanne has a guess about the scorpions and cat pee question. Email question: I see a trend of naughty pets. How do I keep from getting bit when I am out and about? Chris from Hartford CT listening online. My wife wants a dog but I have a dog phobia, what can I do?  Wearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirts https://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/ https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradio Animal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show! Jamie Flanagan @DJJamieDetroit AnimalTalkRadio.com @AnimalTalkRadio Thanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me. Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to the #PetParade. jamie@animaltalkradio.com Did you know that over half of pet owners admit to kissing their furry companions, and a third confess to talking to them on the phone? These surprising statistics reveal just how deeply connected we are to our animal family members - but this close bond sometimes leads us down dangerous paths. We share the sobering story of a cat named Cuddles who nearly died after her owner administered "baby Tylenol" based on internet advice claiming it was safe. This cautionary tale highlights why consulting your veterinarian is always better than trusting Dr. Google with your pet"s health. The internet might be the information superhighway, but it"s also the misinformation superhighway when it comes to pet care. For small animal owners, we dive into budget-friendly bedding alternatives like shredded newspaper that work just as well as expensive pet store options. Just remember to avoid cedar and pine shavings, which contain toxic oils that can harm your little critters. Dog behavior takes center stage as we tackle everything from inappropriate sniffing to handling potential aggression. When your dog greets visitors with an embarrassing crotch inspection, the solution isn"t punishment but training alternative greeting behaviors. And if you encounter an unfamiliar dog while walking, we provide potentially life-saving advice: avoid eye contact, turn sideways, remain still, and never run or scream - actions that could trigger a chase response. Whether you"re looking for the perfect breed match for your family or trying to navigate challenging pet behaviors, our decades of experience help cut through the noise to give you practical, reliable guidance. Visit WearingFunny.com for fun pet parent gear, and remember to subscribe, leave a comment, and join our community of passionate animal lovers!