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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.

Latest Episodes
  • Our very first cat, Heidi, was a tortoiseshell kitten. We thought she was beautiful, and so unique! The first time we saw another tortoiseshell cat in…
  • A hearty little dog, Rags won the hearts of soldiers with whom he served, many times helping to save their lives. In October, 1918, he and his rescuer,…
  • Every year hundreds of pets die because they were left unattended in a parked car. In just minutes an animal can suffer heatstroke, irreparable organ and…
  • When grooming your pet, brush or comb in the direction of hair growth. Use short firm strokes with a brush or comb and be careful to stop if you encounter…
  • Pet moms know that having a four-legged companion brings with it a number of benefits for the human. A pet can help a person feel less isolated (a real…
  • This dog is one of the lucky ones - he survived the tornado, and is rescued! If his owner had a disaster plan, he might not have needed to endure this.…
  • Losing a pet can be traumatic for both owner and animal, but if your furry friend has some reliable ID it greatly increases the possibility your…
  • When feral cats are spayed or neutered and released, it is possible they may be trapped again. It is easy to tell if a male has been neutered, but not a…
  • Hugging is a universally recognized sign of affection that we humans use with each other, so of course we want to shower that love and affection on our…
  • Having a pet around the house may change the way you celebrate certain holidays, and that includes Easter. Pets are attracted to shiny objects, or things…