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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National Poison Prevention Week is an effort to encourage safety and protection for all members of the family, including the four-footed ones! -
Your furry friend may have been enjoying the pleasant spring weather, but oops - here comes cold weather again! -
The phrase that helps us remember how to set our clocks for daylight savings time ("spring forward, fall back") doesn't help our furry friends understand why we are suddenly a little bit off when it comes to taking care of them! -
2-year-old Miniature Golden Doodle was heartlessly abandoned at Las Vegas Airport -
The statistics indicate more than 900,000 pets are euthanized in shelters every year because there are not enough homes. Please spay or neuter your pet! -
How can you help your furry friend when it has lost its closest companion? -
Penny the Doberman Pinscher wins the top prize at the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, beating out 2,500 competitors! -
Frigid winter weather can put your furry friend at risk, especially if you are near water! -
Training your dog the right way - with care and consistency - establishes a line of communication with your furry friend that can benefit both of you! -
Keeping your best friend safe in cold (even freezing) temperatures is vital to protecting your furry buddy!
