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Jamie Miller, Owner, Beer for Dogs joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about a refreshing libation for your pup. Jamie developed the concept after finding out that her dog Kodiak Bear was a huge fan of beer and would frequently knock over and drink it during their family camping trips.

After doing extensive research to develop a “dog friendly” recipe that does not contain alcohol or hops, created the “Happy Tail Ale” brew with malted barley, filtered water, fortified with Glucosamine and Vitamin E, and natural beef flavor that dogs love. For more information on Happy Tail Ale, and where to buy some for your next “tail-gating” party visit: http://www.beerfordogs.com

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week with some warnings and tips about poison oak and poison ivy on your dog. If you plan to be out enjoying the brisk fall/winter weather, be careful that your pup does not get into this dangerous foliage. Be sure to wipe down your pet after your walk so that it doesn’t have a chance to penetrate their fur or worse, get onto you. Most veterinarians will recommend Benadryl to treat your itchy pet but it’s good to be aware that this danger exists.

Laura Bennett, Co-Founder & CEO of Embrace Pet Insurance joins The Doggie Chronicles to talk about insurance for your dog. Laura explains details about finding the right policy for your pet and considerations for treatment options on what is covered based on your dogs age and current medical conditions including hereditary traits that are breed specific such as hip dysplasia in larger canines.

Pet insurance can save you a lot of money should an emergency or situation arise, some policies even cover certain levels of chemotherapy should your dog get cancer. You can compare plans at http://www.petinsurancereview.com where all the U.S. Insurance plans are represented. For more information from Laura and Embrace Pet Insurance visit her blog at: http://blog.embracepetinsurance.com

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Lisa Peterson, Director Club Communications. American Kennel Club (AKC) joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about how the AKC and AKC Companion Animal Recovery prepares and provides Disaster Relief for pets effected by the recent California wildfires. Lisa shares tips on how to prepare a pet kit and things to look out for if involved in a pet emergency situation.

Lisa also discusses getting a microchip for your dog, which is a great way to permanently identify your pet. For more information about the AKC and their programs visit: http://www.akc.org/

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week with more Halloween tips for making your pet comfortable during this spooky holiday season.

Kent Krueger, Vice President, SitStay.com tells the Doggie Chronicles about some of his top selling items and about their specialized products for Service Dogs. SitStay.com has a full line of treats, toys, chews, and food.

Their website includes discussion boards, articles, a pedigree generator and more visit: http://www.sitstay.com

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Shelly Levin, ABC Marketing Representative, Animal Behavioral College joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about their great program which accredits their students in becoming professional dog trainers. One of the only organizations like this in the country, ABC combines self-paced learning with a mentoring program to get their graduates off to a great start. They also help them find jobs in their local area with support from their partners such as Petco.

Shelly shares some of their proven training tips and discusses their approach to ensuring the bond between dogs and their owners.

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Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week with more Halloween tips for making your pet comfortable during this spooky holiday season.

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Thomas Jackson, Founder of SuiteDigs joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about his unique line of indoor dog houses or “suites” designed to keep your pet safe and entertained while you are at work or out of the house. This modular system includes kennels, and interactive web enabled webcam and treat feeders so you can even see and feed your pet while you’re at work.

For more information and pricing visit: http://www.suitedigs.com/

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week with more Halloween safe holiday tips for trick or treating with your favorite pup.

Patti Lawson, Attorney and Author of “The Dog Diet ~ A Memoir”; What My Dog Taught Me About Shedding Pounds, Licking Stress and Getting a New Leash on Life” tells The Doggie Chronicles about her story..

Patti’s humorous book explains how the adoption of how her dog Sadie helped Patti lose weight, think positively, and live a happier life. To find out more about her new book and pet products visit her website at: http://www.thedogdiet.com

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Joell Sullivan-McNew, Top Dog, JSPPM joins hosts Lisa Gorman & Scott Sheppard to talk about her collection of Pet Travel Amenities. Joell works closely with fine hotels who cater to people who travel with their pets. She has partnerships with many major hotel groups to create their own branded hotel products for pets.

For more information and a list of products visit: http://www.jsppm.com/products.html

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Creepy Halloween Tip of the Week for keeping your pet safe this holiday.

Rick Fidel, Director of Housekeeping, Driscoll Hotel to continue the Doggie Chronicles discussion about traveling with your pet. Rick runs Driskill’s Pet Hospitality Program, a beautiful pet-friendly hotel based in Austin, TX and talks about the great specialized products they make available for their dog guests including personalized beds, and food bowls.

For more information and to book a reservation for your pup visit: http://www.driskil.com

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Gail Buchwald, Sr. VP Adoption Center & Mobile Clinic, ASPCA join hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about their Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month, raising awareness of their programs throughout the month of October. She also talks about their spay & neuter programs.

For more information visit http://www.aspca.org

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week about keeping your dog safe during the Halloween season.

Jim Burwell, Founder of Jim Burwell’s Petiquette tells the Doggie Chronicles all about his dog training franchise. Known as “Houston’s Dog Whisperer”, Jim explains the type of training Petiquette provides and information about starting your own business.

Find out more at: http://www.petiquettedog.com

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Robin Levine, Owner, Eco-Me joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about their Eco-Me 100% Natural Dog Kit. Their unique kit lets you make your own natural Dog Flea & Bug Spray, Dog Clean Wipes, Dog Dry Powder Shampoo & Dog Biscuits using a combination of their essential oil mix and simple ingredients you already have at home such as vinegar and baking soda.

The kit includes recipes, pre-marked containers for mixing them, a dog bone shaped biscuit cutter, and biodegradable “poop” bags and leash tote.

For more information and how to order visit: http://www.eco-me.com/dogkitcoso.html

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week about warm weather considerations for your pup. If you plan to leave your pet at home alone in the heat, be sure to leave a lot of ventilation or a fan for the dog to help avoid them overheating while you are out.

D. Caroline Coile, Ph.D., Author joins the Doggie Chronicles for some tips on how to select the right breed of dog to fit your personality type and your lifestyle. Dr. Coile has a Ph.D. In psychology and has written over 24 books on dog breeds, behavior, training, and more.

Best known for her popular “The Encyclopedia of Dog Breeds”, Dr. Coile is truly an expert in matching the right dog to their person and reminds us to be realistic about our own personality types when considering certain breeds. Some breeds are more affectionate than others, some require extensive grooming, others are high-energy who require additional attention – environmental considerations should also be considered before committing to your new life companion.

For a list of her books and searchable excerpts, find her on Amazon.com at: http://tinyurl.com/29y6tq

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Peter Kauffman, Complete Natural Nutrition, joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to discuss some tips on what to look for in dog food and treats to help maintain proper nutrition for your dog. Peter warns about the overuse of words such as “nutrition” and “human grade” when discussing dog foods and shares information about his line of “Cheese Please” and “Real Food Toppers” products.

The Complete Natural Nutrition line of pet snacks and food are processed in the same manner as food used by the military and NASA. It is not just “human grade” it’s actual human food, freeze-dried, and can be served dry out of the package or reconstituted for a hearty pet meal using warm water. The “Cheese Please” biscuit line is made from real Wisconsin cheese for flavor and quality. For more information on their great line visit: http://www.completenaturalnutrition.com/

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week about dog food allergies. If your dog shows signs of itching or has very dry skin, it’s quite possible that they may be allergic to something in their food. Dog food contains a variety of grains, including corn and wheat, which may be causing the irritation. Try changing to a brand that contains less fillers and more natural ingredients and there is a good chance that your pet’s chronic skin irritations will clear up.

Peter Bloeme, Founder of Hyperflite & Director of Skyhoundz Championships, the Canine Disc World Championship Series joins the Doggie Chronicles to talk about the event and his competition Hyperflite flying discs. Peter, a former world champion disc dog competitor with his border collie Wizard, was instrumental in developing the disc dog sport and competition which began gaining ground in the early 70’s.

Peter explains his vision for the Hyperflite flying discs, which were the first patented “frisbee” discs designed to stand up to canine use. They now have several key products including Jawz, SofBite, and Midnight Sun which glows in the dark for night use. They also have a specially designed line called the “Pup Discs” which are meant for smaller dogs who also have their own class level in the Skyhoundz competition “MicroDog” along with the standard “Freestyle” classes. Peter also shares some tips on how to get your dog started in this exciting sport.

For more information visit: http://www.skyhoundz.com/ or http://www.hyperflite.com/

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Susan D’Anello, Founder, Doody Calls joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about their nationwide solutions for pet waste removal. Susan and her husband founded the business to make extra money in 2000 and after starting locally in Northern Virginia area soon realized that not many companies offered “pooper scooping” services. The business focused on the needs of homeowners, apartment complexes, public parks, and recreation areas and in 2005 they franchised their company and now have over 25 representative territories across the United States.

They handle the maintenance of public dog waste stations and individualized cleaning services for larger community areas. For homeowners the costs averages about $15 a week for yard clean-ups which is much less than one would expect as they also help to minimize the unsightly “brown spots” that end up on your lawn areas. For more information on their services and franchise opportunities visit: http://www.doodycalls.com/ or call 1-800-DOODYCALLS for more information.

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week. This week’s reports focuses on Leona Helmsley’s dog $12 million dollar inheritance, and a blind man who is evicted for keeping his service dog.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week about hot spots on your dog. Summer heat can frequently cause minor “hot spot” irritations that are often treated as dog allergies. If you see your pet aggravating the area excessively, don’t wait to bring it to your veterinarian for proper treatment.

Missi Salzberg, Owner, The Village Groomer & Pet Supply joins The Doggie Chronicles to share insights of her life’s experience in a family owned and operated dog grooming salon. Missi is an expert in the topic of educating owners and breeders on the topic of choosing a good groomer and what to look for when choosing the right groomer for your pet. The Village Groomer is well known in the Boston, MA area and services over 3,000 regular clients with their approach to “whole dog care”.

Today’s groomers are moving beyond a regular wash or cut and are skilled in specialized artistic cuts for regular clients and often make owners aware of skin or behavioral changes to ensure great overall care. The dogs should be hand dried vs. placed in a cage under a fan dryer and this is an example of what would set a pet care professional apart from a regular dog groomer. For more information on Missi and The Village Groomer visit: http://www.villagegroomer.net/

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Susan Bing, Owner, Trixie and Peanut, joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about their line of designer dog fashions and accessories. Originally started as a mail order company, Susan then moved onto the website and now has a full pet boutique in New York City.

Trixie and Peanut specializes in unique dog gear and carries some exclusive lines in addition to their own name brand products. The prices range from inexpensive to some high-end dog beds retailing over $1,000.Their product focus includes dog toys that are iPods, celebrity parody squeekies, fashion collars, and dog beds in the shape of airplanes, limousines, and “Furraris”. Each toy or product is extensively tested for durability and usability.

The fashions, including their line of Halloween costumes, are specifically designed for dogs and their natural movements making them comfortable and fun to wear for your pet.

For more information and to see their current selections visit: http://www.trixieandpeanut.com

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week about dog grooming and shedding. When bathing your pet, use a rake brush while he’s wet to remove additional fur that will stick together making it easy to remove from both your pup and your home.

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week. This week learn how some folks in Italy are teaching dogs how to be lifeguards and rescue swimmers from pending water dangers. Read more at: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/6924827.stm

W. Bruce Bregenzer, Animal Massage and Touch Therapist, Companion Animal Touch Therapies joins The Doggie Chronicles to share insight into his methods of healing pets with massage techniques including acupressure, reiki, and Healing Touch to provide individualized therapeutic bodywork for dogs, cats, and other companion animals. He is the founder of AMTIL (Animal Massage & Therapies) which also sells holistic products. Bruce has been doing this for over 10 years in the Chicago-Milwaukee area.

Most of his pup patients have pre-existing injuries or are recovering from surgeries but has also used his methods to treat behavioral or anxiety problems such as those experienced by pets who have been abused. Bruce also teaches local classes in his techniques for those who would like to learn more about how to heal their animals or become massage touch therapists. For more information about his work and classes visit: http://companionanimaltouchandtherapies.com

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