Talkin' Pets - Fun-filled Discussions About Pets - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)

Jon Patch starts off the new year chatting about service dogs on planes, Puerto Rico, new puppies and more!

Jon Patch welcomes Rick Woodford, author of the book Chow: Simple Ways to Share the Foods You Love with the Dogs You Love . Nobody keeps us company in the kitchen as faithfully as our dogs. As patiently as dogs wait, they are often disappointed by their same boring bowl of food, which is missing many important nutrients. The wait is over―here comes CHOW! CHOW shows you the benefits of more than 100 foods that can be simply added to the dog bowl or combined with a few other ingredients to make a quick meal loaded with real meat, healthy fats, and antioxidants. Each simple recipe is accompanied by information on the powerhouse of nutrients that work to keep your pet happy and healthy.

Jon Patch and gang talk to Dr. Pia Salk, author of The Total Dog Manual and is the spokesperson for www.Adopt-A-Pet.com. The Total Dog Manual has everything from how to choose and understand your pet as well as appropriate training methods and environments, to selecting the right food, toys, and care for your new family member.

Jon Patch talks with photographer Sophie Gamand about her new book, Wet Dog. Every dog owner knows too well the fun and misery of bath time: the wriggles, the poignant looks, the playful splashes. WET DOG, by photographer Sophie Gamand, is a stunning and touching capture of this intimate moment. Elevating dog photography to the status of art, these expressive portraits of our canine friends mirror our very own human emotions.

Jon Patch chats with Kate Smith, author of Don't Fart When You Snuggle: Lessons on How to Make a Human Smile. Meet Frank. His goal in life is to make humans smile. And that's exactly what he and his wisecracking pals do in this guide to living the good life- of a dog! From the creator of the popular greeting card line From Frank- , this playful book offers advice for dogs, by dogs, that's sure to brighten any human's day. Photographs accompany unfiltered insights into the weird and wonderful relationship that pets share with their loved ones. Anyone who follows Frank's advice is in for some extra belly rubs, guaranteed.

Jon Patch chats with actress and animal advocate Shannon Elizabeth about her upcoming film, Marshall's Miracle. Twelve-year-old Finn endures daily torment from the bullies at his school. But his life begins to change the day that he encounters a Labrador retriever named Marshall. He finds the dog being held in deplorable conditions, at the mercy of an animal hoarder who keeps 60 dogs penned up on her isolated ranch. The boy sees something of himself in Marshall: both are bullied, but both are brave. Finn pulls off a daring rescue, saving Marshall from the dogs that are attacking him. In the end, Finn and his family are able to get Marshall to the vet hospital, and it is the special bond between a boy and his dog that will ultimately save the brave Lab. Marshall has to have his front leg removed, but he is a fierce survivor and can outrun most four-legged dogs, while teaching everyone an important lesson: Don’t give up five minutes before the miracle.

Jon Patch welcomes Caryn Wolff, author of Puppy Socialization:: An Insider's Guide to Dog Behavioral Fitness. "Puppy Socialization - An Insider’s Guide to Dog Behavioral Fitness" guides you and your puppy through the socialization process safely and effectively. Endorsed by trainers, owners, and veterinarians, this book gives tips to breeders, owners, and rescue groups on how to socialize puppies safely and effectively. This book dispels many untruths and myths about socialization, bases its recommendations on scientific evidence , offers hundreds of tips and suggestions for breeders, owners/guardians, rescue groups, and trainers on how to properly socialize puppies.

Jon Patch talks to Jeff Lazarus, author of Dogtology: Live. Bark. Believe. Dogtology is a humorous exploration of man's fanatical devotion to Dog. In this book, Lazarus makes the case that Dogtology has become a bone-a-fide belief system on par with the world's great philosophies and religions.

Jon Patch talks with Pet Life Radio host Tim Link about his new book, Talking with Dogs and Cats: Joining the Conversation to Improve Behavior and Bond with Your Animals. If you’ve ever wondered what your animal was trying to tell you with a bark, meow, or tweet, this is the book for you. Animal communicator Tim Link’s approach respects the personality and feelings of animals, and his simple, accessible methods can facilitate the understanding and communication that all animal lovers crave. Tim Link is the host of Animal Writes on Pet Life Radio.

This week Jon Patch chats with David Fung, co-author of Menswear Dog Presents the New Classics: Fresh Looks for the Modern Man. Bodhi, the Shiba Inu behind the beloved blog Menswear Dog, is here to show you how to dress like a man. Organized seasonally, The New Classics highlights the timeless, can’t-go-wrong items every man needs in his wardrobe—from a chambray shirt to a perfectly fitted peacoat (all modeled by Bodhi, of course)—and shows how to mix and match them all year long.

This week Jon Patch talks to Dr. Brian Hare, host of NatGeo Wild's Is Your Dog a Genius? Nat Geo WILD’s inaugural BarkFest weekend features the world premiere of the three-part series, Is Your Dog a Genius?, premiering Friday, May 15 at 10 PM ET/PT, with dog scientist Dr. Brian Hare using his groundbreaking research to help dog owners better understand their canine companions. He introduces at-home games that assess both dog and human, and he presents extraordinary dogs with remarkable problem solving abilities. The interactive series will help dog owners everywhere unlock their dog’s true potential.

Jon Patch talks to Kirk Miller DVM, Clinical Instructor at Oregon State University, and practicing veterinarian for the Portland Humane Society about faster, safer, and more effective spay methods.

Jon Patch talks to Kathy Smith, founder of a non-profit called Dog Tag Heroes to help veterans and their families with quality of life issues, which other organizations often overlook.

Jon Patch talks to Tristan Donovan, author of Feral Cities: Adventures with Animals in the Urban Jungle. We tend to think of cities as a realm apart, somehow separate from nature, but nothing could be further from the truth. In Feral Cities Tristan Donovan digs below the urban gloss to uncover the wildlife that we share our streets and homes with

Jon Patch and crew talk to Dr. Scott Sims, one of Hawaii’s best-kept local secrets. Not your typical veterinarian, he treats both wild and domestic animals, and when islanders need help with their pets and livestock, he’s the one they call. Some clients live in hard-to-reach locations, but if an animal needs help, Dr. Sims always finds a way to get there, even if he has to walk, ride a horse, drive an ATV, fly a plane or swim. It’s a wild job that’s an adventure every day. AlohaVet airs Saturdays at 9 PM ET/PT on Nat Geo WILD.