Speaking of Pets (Opinion)
Saturdays at 8:59 a.m.
Speaking of Pets with host Mindy Norton is a commentary (opinion piece) for people who care about pets and humane treatment for animals in general, and who want to celebrate that special relationship between us and our animal companions.
Speaking of Pets is sponsored by Montgomery Subaru.
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Keeping your pet safe at Halloween may involve the word "no" - no superstitions, no tight-fitting costumes, no running free around the neighborhood - and no candy! -
When rubbing your pet's belly, check its chest and abdomen for any unusual lumps or bumps! If you find something, you can call your veterinarian for advice. -
Hurricane Milton strikes Florida on the heels of Hurricane Helene - and again, pets need protection! -
The loss of human life is great in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene - and lost of animal life in the area was also staggering! -
Rayne Beau was a happy California cat (the feline kind) until he got lost in a national park! The mystery is - how did he get back home?? -
Today is National Responsible Dog Ownership Day. it's probably not a coincidence that it falls in the middle of Responsible Pet Ownership Month! -
The K-9 Comfort Dog teams of Lutheran Church Charities were ready to minister to hurting people in Winder, Georgia, offering unconditional acceptance and peace for the heart and soul. -
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While there is only a slight chance your pet could catch COVID from you, it is very possible for it to carry the virus on its fur from one family member to another; so keep pets away from anyone in the household who tests positive for COVID. -
You may have noticed that adult cats rarely meow to each other, but rather mostly to their humans. One explanation is that they are mimicking the sound of a human infant, to get our attention.
