Wynn With Dogs- Healthy & Happy Dogs - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)

Today's show should inspire you dog lover's to spread the word about pet rescue and adoption! There are over 7 million shelter/rescue pets ready to be adopted each year, unfortunately almost half of them are put to death. That's over 3 million pets. Join me as I speak with Janice Brown, founder of Tails Magazine, and the force behind "Letters for Pets", a letter-writing initiative asking President Obama to issue a presidential proclamation declaring April 30th National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. Whether you want a specific breed or a mutt-mix, a puppy or an adult, I guarantee the right adoptable dog is out there for you. Take the time to impact and shift our current perspective on pets and get involved in this amazing campaign. Want more education on the subject (and many others)? Check out this podcast, or any of the links included, it's your chance to win with dogs!

Join me today as i speak with Barbara Techel. Barbara is proud mom to Frankie, and award-winning author of the Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog book series. Frankie suffers from a common disease in dachshunds called, Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD). After Frankie got fitted with a custom wheelchair, Barbara realized the beautiful opportunity she had to educate others on animals living quality lives even if disabled, as well as help others face their challenges with a positive attitude. And so came about the delightful Frankie book series. You will truly be inspired by all the joy Frankie and his family are bringing to hearts everywhere. Listen in as we discuss dogs with disabilities and the misconceptions that they are not fully active, involved, happy hounds. The choice is yours to win with dogs!

Terriers are known busy bodies in the dog world. Join me as i speak with Susan Stoltz, author of the Sharkey dog series, about the fabulous adventures of her fiesty terrier Sharkey. We all know we can learn so much from our pups, Susan and Sharkey aim to present these learning moments to children with their wonderful book series. The book series came about after a dreadful experience - Sharkey was victim of a pharmacist overdose and nearly lost her life. After a battle with the court system, including all that goes with that, notably lawyers and insurance companies, Susan decided to put Sharkey's talents to good use helping dogs in need. A percentage of the profits of Sharkey's books are donated to selected animal shelters. Hop in on this discussion as we touch on subjects such as diversity, bullying, learning, sharing, fear, friendship and happiness. In addition, get some insight on how to awesome shelter dogs are, and how important it is to adopt a healthy lifestyle approach for your pup. Knowledge is power - get involved and you too can win with dogs!!

Today's guest is Dr. Al Townshend, veterinarian extraordinaire! Dr. Al is a guest after Raquel's heart, obsessed with proper nutrition and consistent exercise. He diligently spreads his message to pup parents daily! Dr. Al is a contributing author to "Canine Sports Medicine" and he works closely with the dog athletes of the Iditarod (he even won the golden stethoscope award for his contributions to these fabulous canine athletes). We all know of the importance of proper nutrition and consistent exercise in our own lives, Dr. Al points out that the same goes for your pup! What does a dog need for health and longevity? How much exercise does a pup need? How can I start feeding my dog right? All these questions and more are addressed here today. Take the time and invest in your dog's health. Your pup parent bond will surely flourish. Take on a new challenge and win with your dog!!

Listen to this week's episode of "Wynn with Dogs" and you may end up volunteering with your pup! Our guest is Nancy Stanley, animal therapy pioneer and author of the book, "Pillow with a Heartbeat". Her new book follows Truffles, her tiny, chocolate poodle, from adoption through finding his real purpose in life - sharing his unconditional love. Nancy and Truffles shed light on the rewards and benefits of pet love! Nancy and Truffles work with Make-a-Wish Foundation as well as Tender Loving Zoo (a non-profit organization which Nancy started in 1982). We all know the benefits of having an animal in our lives - the health benefits are numerous and documented! How wonderful to have people and animals in this world sharing their love. It's sooo important to hold space for positive energy, light, and love. Listen in and let your gratitude swell - thanks to all you therapy volunteers! Remember to take on the day and win with your dog!!

This episode of "Wynn with Dogs!" features guest, Megan Blake, pet-lifestyle coach and host of PBS' Animal Attractions TV. Megan is an avid animal advocate whose mission is to help people integrate animals into their lives. Megan and her pup, Super Smiley, recently joined Luke Robinson and his two pups, Hudson and Murphy, on their 2000 mile walk across America raising awareness and money for canine cancer and research. One in four dogs will die of cancer! Not acceptable! Megan offers some fabulous insight on this episode. Listen in and win with dogs!!

Welcome to another exciting episode of "Wynn with Dogs!". This week’s guest is Jonathan Klein, LA based dog behaviorist. Jonathan has trained over 6000 dogs using the causative method of training. This method addressed the cause of behavior issues rather than the behavior itself, thus leading to lasting behavior changes. All of you listeners know that Raquel advocates consistent, patient, loving training rather than explosive, harsh, punishment driven training. Join us this week and get some insight from a dog trainer who is right up this alley. Explore, with Jonathan and Raquel, why harsh, dominance modes of training can actually exacerbate bad behavior. Learn ways to build your dog's confidence! Tune in this week and get more wonderful tools that will help you win with dogs!

Today is a fabulous day on Wynn With Dogs. Raquel will be speaking about a true rock star...the one and only Sadie, a 4-yr old Scottish terrier, and 2010 Best in Show winner at Westminster as well as the 2009 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship. As you might have guessed, since Sadie cannot speak for herself, she will be speaking through AKC spokesperson, Lisa Peterson. Lisa is the director of club communications for the AKC and has spent over 25 years in the world of purebred dogs. She is an parent, breeder, and handler of purebred pups and has lots to say about Ch. Roundtown Mercedes of Maryscot. Sit back as Raquel talks to LIsa about what it takes to be the number one show dog in the country. No time like the present to Wynn with dogs!

Dogs, like humans, suffer from orthopedic issues, pain, and general body breakdown. Pain is often hard to diagnose, as our pups don't verbally communicate. Help your dog live a long pain-free life by taking proper measures: good quality organic foods, movement and hands-on work, love and communication, and vitamins! Preventive measures against body breakdown and pain are an invaluable part of a well-rounded longevity plan for your dogs. Listen in as Raquel speaks with Tamer Elsafy, CEO of Flexpet and proponent of a preventive health plan for your pup. Get the knowledge and Wynn with dogs!!!

Raquel’s guest this week, Kimberly Gray, has been a driving force in introducing holistic health to a variety of humans and animals. Kimberly is the founder of the St. Joseph’s Hospital Healing Touch Program and is currently the coordinator of the Integrative Healthcare Program at Tampa General Hospital. Her 25 plus years experience as a registered nurse gives her a wonderfully physiological interpretation of healing touch. Her addition of massage therapy further expanded her view of the body. Listen in to this fascinating conversation of healing touch and explore the options we all have when it comes to the health of our pups. We all can win with dogs!!

Join Raquel as she speaks with animal communicator, reiki master, and natural horse woman, Brooke Baxter. Brooke is the founder of "Four Legs and a Soul", her healing practice devoted to bringing balance to our four legged companions, thus enhancing our connection with our furry friends. reiki, healing touch, massage, and aromatherapy, are just a few of the natural healing modalities that have certainly helped many a soul heal and achieve peace and balance. Integration of the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual bodies makes for a harmonious, healing state of being. this harmony is vitally important to sustain a healthy, happy life. Listen in as Brooke shares her experience and perspective...you will most certainly be able to apply some of Brooke’s fabulous knowledge and win with your dog!

Tracy B Ann, dog trainer and host of radioshow, "The Politics of Dogs" on radiofreenashville.org, is raquel's guest on this episode. Tracy's extensive experience with pups and their parents, as well as her background in animal communication and psychology make her perspective supremely interesting and informative. Healthy versus unhealthy love, pup speak, and mental stimulation tips are some of the topics discussed. Tune in, enjoy the show, and remember...we win with dogs!

Eastern and western medicine can coexist to make for a healthy, happy pup. Join Raquel as she speaks with holistic veterinarian, Dr. Mark Smith. Dr. Smith received his veterinary degree from the University of Tennessee, and further supplemented his education at the Chi institute of Chinese medicine. There are many ways to approach health and traditional Chinese veterinary medicine and conventional western veterinary medicine both have a valid place. Listen in as we discuss, acupuncture, herbal therapy, qui-na, and a nutritional approach heavily guided by the energetic principals of food, termed food therapy. We all strive for balance, and each pup is different, certainly this episode will complement your pup’s unique recipe for health. Skeptics and believers...tune in and win with dogs!

Holistic health is all about a preventive approach to longevity. Remember, life is a marathon not a sprint...consistency is much more important than intensity. This episode, Raquel speaks with holistic and medical doctor, Richard Aballay. While Dr. Aballay is a human doctor, his perspective on health and longevity can be aplied to our furry friends as well. We love to blend modalities! So listen in and broaden your perspective - a sure fire way to win with dogs!

Our dogs are constantly trying to communicate with us and this week's guest, animal communicator and author, Tim Link knows just what they are trying to say. Listen in to this weeks podcast as Raquel gets some inside info into the wonderful world of wag-speak. From finding lost pups to helping our sick dogs transition to the "other side", Tim has some fascinating insight. If you ever wanted to get perspective from a true professional on the topic of animal communication, now is your chance. Tune into "Wynn With Dogs", get the knowledge you need, and use it to improve your pup parent bond.