Mindy Norton
Host, Speaking of PetsMindy Norton has been “Speaking of Pets” on Alabama Public Radio since 1995. Originally from Birmingham, Alabama, she has served on the boards of directors of four animal welfare organizations, serving as president of two of them. In 1979, Mindy won an Obelisk Award for her weekday “Pet Patrol” spot on Birmingham’s WBHM Pubic Radio. She joined APR in 1995 as a weekly commentator with “Speaking of Pets.” As a volunteer, Mindy feels she is so blessed to have a “soap box” with a microphone in front of it. “After all,” she says, “I get to talk about our best friends every week!” And she helps two of her favorite causes at the same time, animal welfare and Alabama Public Radio.
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Finally, there's a day that encourages you to take your dog with you on a shopping expedition, showing support for pet-friendly stores and businesses! -
Keeping a eye on the temperatures is important this time of year, when it may be spring-like today and almost freezing tomorrow night - a difficult adjustment for any of us, and for our four-footed friends! -
Some pets live their last years in an animal shelter through no fault of their own - maybe their owner passed away or had to go to assisted living. But these senior pets make great companions - consider adopting one! -
Don't let Halloween be a scary time for your pet - it might be fun for you but not for your furry friend! -
Keeping your dog in a fenced yard does more than just keep it from running away. It actually protects your pet and gives it a safe place to enjoy the outdoors! -
This is National Walk Your Dog Week, a time for dog owners to consider the importance of helping their furry friends get regular exercise! -
World Rabies Day is a reminder to make sure your furry friend is vaccinated and protected against this deadly disease, which will also protect you - because rabies can be transmitted to humans! -
September is National Disaster Preparedness month, a time to make plans for what we might do in an emergency for both us and our furry friends! -
Most of us feel our pets are an important part of our lives. So is Alabma Public Radio - and right now APR needs your help to continue to provide the best in quality programming! -
September 8th is National Dog Walker Appreciation Day, a reminder to all of us to appreciate those heroes who make sure our canine family members get some exercise and fresh air!
