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A weekly lifestyle show for all pet owners across Australia and now around the world. The show is heard on more than 55 stations across the Community Radio Satellite network and via the web at www.pettalkradio.com.
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Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 22, 2008
Pet and animal news from across the globe: Created exclusively for Animal Radio (www.animalradio.com), the International Pet & Animal News is heard through the XM Radio Satellite across America every week. Read by award winning journalist Kaye Browne, you can now listen through iTunes
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PTR #273 Segment 1/5 - Opener & Latest Pet News - With Kaye Browne & Brian Pickering
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 22, 2008
They say we should be eating ‘live’ green foods like salads but a Gold Coast woman wasn’t expecting her spinach salad to start jumping off her plate. Turns out it contained a stowaway a pretty little Eastern Dwarf Tree frog.
Plus:
A ten year old turtle has been reunited with his New Zealand family after 3 years on the run. How far did this little explorer go in 3 years? you'll have to listen to this story in segment 1.
Those stories and more in the Pet news in segment one.
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PTR #273 Segment 2/5 - Tail Docking Causes Aggression? - Dr Dr Jo Sillince
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 22, 2008
The AVA (Australian Veterinary Association) has been fighting against it for years – now it seems two Canadian scientists have shown that docking a dog's tail may make it more aggressive.
What they discovered was that dogs will approach a dog with a docked tail more cautiously than they will a dog with a complete tail. They say that could make the dog with a docked tail more aggressive.
University of Victoria (Canada) biologist Tom Reimchen and graduate student Steve Leaver say 'What type of teenager would you get if everyone approached him saying, I don't trust you? What type of personality would emerge from that? It could be the same in dogs.'
Former President of the AVA Dr Jo Sillince comments on the findings.
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PTR #273 Segment 3/5 - Singles With Dogs (aka Doggy Dating) - Suzi McLennan-Lyon
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 22, 2008
After the initial ‘sizzle’ of meeting someone face to face for the first time, it’s a generally accepted fact that most people discover their life partner when they realise all the things they have in common... Like dogs!
A very smart lady in Brisbane QLD - Suzi McLennan-Lyon - has found a way to put her idea of helping singles with dogs meet each other into practice, by working with Brisbane City Council to create special event days where single people with a dog who looking for love, can probably find it.
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PTR #273 Segment 4/5 - What On Earth Is 'Brumation?' + Litoria Fallax - Mark Richmond
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 22, 2008
Get ready for a brand new word folks - BRUMATION - there you go, now you've learnt something new from Pet Talk Radio!
So is a 'brumating' reptile getting ready to have baby reptiles or what?
Don't cheat!! - Don't look at the Wiki below before listening to this story.
Plus... we cross live to Mark Richmond's home on the Central Coast of NSW as he spots 'Litoria fallax' right outside his office window!
You'll never be the same after listening to this week's 'My Reptile Rules'
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PTR #273 Segment 5/5 - Argentina to New York City - By Horse! - Marianne DuToit
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 22, 2008
Her father said "..but you can’t ride a horse!" which was true, but Marianne Du Toit was determined to follow her dream - that with only two horses for company, she would explore the Americas, travelling solo from Argentina to New York City over 21 months.
Despite it being a journey of heartbreak, frustration, bureaucracy, loneliness, danger, and hunger, nothing stopped her from pursuing her objective.
It’s not often we do book reviews - it’s even less often that we speak with the author - but 'Crying with Cockroaches' is no ordinary book and its author quite extraordinary.
The trip helped raise awareness for the new Riding For The Disabled centre in Sligo, Northern Ireland.
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Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 15, 2008
Pet and animal news from across the globe: Created exclusively for Animal Radio (www.animalradio.com), the International Pet & Animal News is heard through the XM Radio Satellite across America every week. Read by award winning journalist Kaye Browne, you can now listen through iTunes
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PTR #272 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + UK Donkey Day? + Cash For Camels!
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 15, 2008
It’s donkey day in Britain today!
Well not officially, but we reckon if you were a donkey there’s cause for celebration because from now on they won’t have to carry anyone weighing over 50kg.
Under a new national code of practice the hard-working UK donkeys are guaranteed at least one day a week off – plus they won’t have to show their foals to tourists.
Plus:
They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder in Abu Dhabi they're about to hold a special beauty pageant ... for camels.
Ten thousand of the beasts of the desert are tipped to compete - why?
Because incredibly the prizes are worth up to $8 million in cash as well as up to 100 cars.
Darn it how come beautiful camels are considered worth so much more than gorgeous girls?
Those stories and more in the Pet news is segment one.
Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week.
Kaye & Brian, Matisse, Kismet & Monet!
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PTR #272 Segment 2/5 - Classic Dr Harry - Dr Harry Cooper
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 15, 2008
Dr Harry returns to Pet Talk Radio in about 2 weeks time! Meantime we're 'warming you up' for the experience with some 'Classic Dr Harry'
One day we'll be brave enough (or mad enough ?) to devote a whole show to chooks.
Dr Harry is crazy about them - in fact he's an acknowledged expert in exotic fowl as you will hear when describing a particular Japanese Chook in this segment - as usual it's full of fun Dr Harry style! For instance did you know that some chooks have been used to solve 'women's problems'? - no... neither did we, but it's true.
This week:
* Two listeners have a crook chook with a swollen foot, but their own vet can't find anything wrong!
Dr Harry ventures a guess, but as always, suggests when the problem is specific, we need to find someone who specialises in that particular disease or animal.
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PTR #272 Segment 3/5 - PIAA Apology To RSPCA + Current Welfare Issues
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 15, 2008
Last week the CEO of the RSPCA Canberra Michael Linke contacted us regarding a comment made on a recent show by Dr Joanne Sillince with regard to the proposed ‘Sale Of Animals’ Bill (NSW).
Mr Linke has told us the comments made regarding the proposed Bill ‘putting the RSPCA and other welfare groups out of business' were incorrect and has asked for a clarification and an apology.
Pet Talk Radio! relies on its contributors to be fair and factual. But mistakes happen and we are always happy to try and put things right.
In fact we thought this was a great opportunity for the pet industry's peak body – the PIAA (The Pet Industry Association of Australia) and the RSPCA (Royal Society for Prevention of Cruelty To Animals)– representing animal welfare to speak openly together through our show.
In this and the following segment we speak with Michael Linke – CEO of the RSPCA ACT and Dr Jo Sillince CEO of the PIAA iin our very first 'virtual conference.
Dr Sillince starts the segment to clarify the comments above.
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PTR #272 Segment 4/5 - Welfareism Vs Commercialism: A Way Forward
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 15, 2008
We’re pleased to be able to host this 'Virtual Conference' with two of the senior representatives from the pet industry and animal welfare talking about 'working together' in an attempt to solve a national problem.
PLEASE NOTE: It is unfortunate our show has recently been accused of being biased one way or the other with regards to animal welfare Vs. the commercial side of the pet and animal industry and that we 'selectively choose' who comes on the show.
Nothing could be further from the truth!
Pet Talk Radio! has always given and continues to offer free air-time to any group from any sector of the pet and animal arena which can provide a new perspective on topics that will improve the lives of our companion animals. The show is national every week and your views will be heard by ten's of thousands of caring animal lovers.
Meantime - the second part of our 'Virtual Conference' continues with the CEO of RSPCA Canberra Michael Linke and the CEO of the Pet Industry Association of Australia talking about the issues surrounding dumped and abandoned animals and how both groups might work together for the future benefit of all animals.
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PTR #272 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 15, 2008
If you have more than one pet, or you're thinking of getting a new one then listen to this segment. Animal behaviourist has some interesting tips for you!
* New Pet? - 5 Tips For Bringing Pets Home
A new listener is getting a puppy AND a kitten at the same time... it will be very cute... for the first day, but oh boy... are they going to need some rules around the house!
Plus:
* Are White Cats Blind?
You'll be amazed at the research that's gone into this answer!
Dr Joanne also explains about the various genes that combine produce different colours in our animals and why Tortoiseshell cats are always female.
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Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 8, 2008
Pet and animal news from across the globe: Created exclusively for Animal Radio (www.animalradio.com), the International Pet & Animal News is heard through the XM Radio Satellite across America every week. Read by award winning journalist Kaye Browne, you can now listen through iTunes
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PTR #271 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Randy Octopus & A Self Milking Cow! With Kaye, Brian & Dr Barbara Fougere
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 8, 2008
Researchers from the University of California have discovered octopuses lead complex love lives and engage in jealous murders and gender bending. You'll just have to listen to the news to hear all the 'saucy' details.
Plus:
A cow in India has worked out a novel way to milk herself. Whenever she is fed, Radha the cow starts self-milking, delivering four litres of milk into a bucket each morning and another four each evening.
That story and more in our pet news this week in this segment (Seg 1)
As always we have plenty of other great stories for you in the show - scroll down for more.
Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week.
Kaye & Brian
'Sale Of Animals Bill' Update:
Due to work commitments Dr Jo Sillince - CEO of the PIAA (Pet Industry Association) was unavailable to respond to replies from listeners re this story from last week. Dr Jo will do this on next week's show PTR #272
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PTR #271 Segment 2/5 - Travel Naturally With Your Pets - Dr Barbara Fougere
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 8, 2008
Statistics show that now more than ever, our pets are part of the family so instead of staying ‘home alone’ or being cared for we’re taking our pets with us.
That can be as much fun as a car full of toddlers (are we there yet?) if you’re not prepared.
The best news however is you don’t have to drug your pets!
Australia’s leading holistic vet Dr Barbara Fougere reveals some of the natural and man-made calming products now available to make sure your pet enjoys getting away as much as you do.
Just by telling us your traveling stories you could win an Anxiety Wrap valued at more the $80.00 courtesy of AnxietyWrap.com.au
Call (02) 8212 3918 - leave your story, name and phone number or email us here with the subject line ANXIETY WRAP - details in this segment.
Winner drawn in two week's time - be in it to win it!
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PTR #271 Segment 3/5 - It's Autumn So Warm Your Pet's Food - Dr Barbara Fougere
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 8, 2008
The days are getting shorter and nights are longer. We’re talking about the 'tween seasons. When it’s not hot, not cold – but our pets can need a little extra nourishment from warming foods to prepare them for winter.
Plus:
Our complementary vet Dr Barbara Fougere answers a listener question from a doggy owner whose poodle has smelly saliva.
She’s has a few ideas why it’s licks leave the owner gasping.
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PTR #271 Segment 4/5 - Natural Oils - Sweetly Lethal For Cats - Dr Barbara Fougere PLUS Dogs Life Magazine story
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 8, 2008
Have you noticed that a lot of the new cleaners in the supermarket aisle are claiming to have ‘natural’ oils, like orange to kill the nasties in our homes and leave them sweet smelling.
Well the whole topic of environmental air fresheners and sweeteners is one that’s very confusing for pet owners, especially for cat owners.
We’ve heard from listeners who’ve said they’ve heard conflicting reports about whether it’s safe to burn essential oils in the same room as cats.
Our sweet smelling expert, Dr Barbara Fougere and mother of 3 cats can tell us what we need to be most careful of.
Website: www.NaturalVet.com.au
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Plus: Dogs Life Magazine 'Who's Your Buddy?'
with Editor Caroline Zambrano
When we train our dogs we want them to do what we want them to do right?...
But are they robots?... of course not!!... they are sentient beings.. ok they're cute fluffies too sometimes but it doesn't mean training need be a chore for you or your dog.
Dogs Life Magazine editor Caroline Zambrano explains how forming a 'partnership with your dog' leads to better results and a happier you and of course happier dogs
Website - www.DogsLife.com.au
March/April issue OUT NOW
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PTR #271 Segment 5/5 - Complementary Myths Busted - Dr Barbara Fougere
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 8, 2008
Remember how our parents always said if you want to avoid an argument at a social gathering like a dinner then don’t talk about politics or religion?
Nowadays, it seems we should add another topic to avoid, for the sake of peace Complementary Healing Therapies. Of course everyone has an opinion right?
Do they work? Is it all quackery? What about wishful thinking?
Someone who’s probably put more therapies to the test than anyone else we know is veterinarian Dr Barbara Fougere who is passionate about the benefits of certain ‘alternatives’.
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Latest International Pet & Animal News - Updated every week
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 1, 2008
Pet and animal news from across the globe: Created exclusively for Animal Radio (www.animalradio.com), the International Pet & Animal News is heard through the XM Radio Satellite across America every week. Read by award winning journalist Kaye Browne, you can now listen through iTunes
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PTR #270 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + NZ Man Claims 'A Wombat Molested Me!!!' - Brian & Kaye
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 1, 2008
A New Zealand man has been sentenced to 75 hours community work after he phoned police claiming he
needed help because he was being raped by a wombat!
Police believe it’s more likely the 48 year old fruit picker had been picking and possibly ‘smoking’ plants of a very different kind when he made the fictitious calls.
That story and more in our pet news this week in segment 1.
As always we have plenty of other great stories for you in the show - scroll down for more.
Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week.
Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne
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PTR #270 Segment 2/5 - Cats Going Under The Radar - Plus: Why Do Dogs Bite?
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 1, 2008
People take dogs to their vet more than they take cats in fact, if Australia follows the US trend there’s a good chance horses are being seen by a vet more often than cats.
Why is it happening? Are cats healthier now or are cat owners not doing the right thing? Perhaps cats simply hide their problems better than other animals.
Veterinarian Dr Joanne Sillince and animal behaviourist Dr Joanne Righetti are feline fanatics and try to explain why our ‘cats are going under the radar’.
PLUS:
Why Do Dogs Bite? The 64 million dollar question but researchers now think anxiety or pain may be the reason behind uncharacteristic behaviour, such as bites.
Pennsylvania University’s veterinary school looked at 111 dogs known to have bitten kids and found three-quarters of them showed signs of separation anxiety and loud noise phobias and half of them had serious medical conditions the owners didn’t know about.
Most importantly the vast majority had never bitten before.
Hear what our Pet Talk Radio! experts think of this study and will it help stop more kids and dogs clashing?
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PTR #270 Segment 3/5 - The ‘C’ Word: Cancer... Is It A Death Sentence? - Dr Jo Sillince
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 1, 2008
The ‘C’ Word. Cancer It’s just as scary when we hear it in connection to our pets as ourselves. But is it the death sentence it once was?
The good news is that there are almost as many treatments available for our pets… veterinarian Dr Joanne Sillince explains why we’re seeing more pets with cancers – and what can be done for them.
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PTR #270 Segment 4/5 - Update: Sale Of Animals In Pet Shops - PIAA CEO Dr Jo Sillince PLUS Wobblers Syndrome - Dogs Life Magazine
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 1, 2008
The RSPCA, AWL (Animal Welfare League) and hundreds of small rescue groups, would have to close down if the 'Sale Of Animals In Pet Shops' (NSW) bill were to be enacted. These comments come from senior people within these organisations saying the sheer logistics and costs of transporting animals to and from vets (where it is proposed they be sold) would bankrupt them.
Leading pet industry figures say Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore has been poorly advised saying the very people this bill will affect were never even consulted.
Dr Jo Sillince is the new CEO of the PIAA (Pet Industry Association) and gives Pet Talk Radio! listeners an update on this very 'confused' proposal..
PLUS:
Ever watched your dog go a little 'clumsy'...
Are four legs not enough sometimes?...
It may look funny at first but these innocuous first clues may be the warning signs of something far more sinister - 'Wobblers Syndrome'. In the latest issue of dogs life, reader turned journalist Sonia Hickey tells the very personal story of her dog Louie's lifelong condition.
(As always if you suspect anything is wrong with your pet, see a vet right away)
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PTR #270 Segment 5/5 - Pushy Pets - Dr Joanne Righetti
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 1, 2008
Most pet owners know what their pets are saying to them...
Meow (I want food) or MEEOOOW! (I want food NOW)...
Dogs of course can be just as pushy...Woof (I want to go for a walk) WOOOF WOOOF!! (I want to go out NOW!..)
It’s easy to let our pets push us around… just give them what they want when they want – they soon learn that ‘speaking’ (or more often than not shouting at us in a loud voice) usually does the trick!
Other actions include poking toys into our hands or nudging our hands to indicate they want to be patted or stroke.
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How To Listen To Our Previous Show Archives
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Apr 1, 2008
* Archives from 2007can be accessed here after logging in to the new Listener Lounge
* Archives from 2003 to 2006 can be searched here however you can only listen to shows from PTR # 132 to PTR #200
Shows prior to July 2005 can be searched (above) and ordered via our Archive CD service
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PTR #269 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Viagra? - Just For The Heart... Honest!! - Brian & Kaye
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 25, 2008
A dog that kept fainting because his heart wasn't pumping enough blood has scored himself a course of ... wait for it... VIAGRA pills!
Not sure what this means for the sales of these well known 'men only' tablets but one has to wonder if males who were previously embarrassed to ask their doctor for the very popular 'pep pills' will now seek help for 'ticker trouble'. Watch this space!
That story and more in our pet news this week in segment 1.
We also have plenty of other great stories for you in the show - scroll down for more.
Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we do bringing it to you every week.
Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne
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PTR #269 Segment 2/5 - Return Of The Itch - Dr Barbara Fougere
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 25, 2008
Spring has long gone although you’d hardly think so with this ‘indian spring’ weather we’re experiencing expected to go thru to June according to the weather bureau. And oh boy our pets are feeling the effects of it too.
We thought it was just us with itchy dogs but it seems we’re not alone plenty of listeners have been asking what’s going on and how can they get rid of fleas because the usual methods of flea collars just don’t seem to be working this year.
So we thought we’d ask our resident holistic vet Dr Barbara Fougere to help us out yet again with some safe ‘alternative’ ways to tackle fleas & other itch-making critters head-on.
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PTR #269 Segment 3/5 - Bird Q&A + Keeping Cats Inside - Steve Austin
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 25, 2008
We get a lot of bird owners wanting to know if they have a boy or a girl! - animal trainer and multi-bird owner Steve Austin helps solve the problem for one of our listeners.
Plus:
Birds and Cats. In an ideal world they’d be poles apart. However not everyone subscribes to the idea that cats should spend their entire life within the confines of a house.
But don’t worry expert animal trainer and owner of all kinds of animals, Steve Austin has some practical advice on keeping Sylvester and Tweety apart.
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PTR #269 Segment 4/5 - Don't Horse Around With Horses - 'Whispering' Jack Browne
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 25, 2008
Horses can weigh up to half a tonne and tower over your average six foot male.
They’re big, and often unpredictable but do you know the right way to approach a horse?
The wrong way could see you getting hurt.
These days fewer people get first-hand contact with animals other than cats, dogs and birds, so it’s crucial to find out the right way to say g’day to a horse which is why we roped Kaye’s dad Whispering Jack Browne - into helping.
Plus:
Ever heard of a Morgan Horse? - Where do they come from? What's so special about them?
Normally we'd find a breeder of Morgan Horses or other 'equine expert'... but for this short introduction, we just happened find these qualities in no less than Sue Serle - a judge of dogs!
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PTR #269 Segment 5/5 - WildSide: Wild Waskally Wabbits! - Dr Joanne Righetti
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 25, 2008
Domestic rabbits came to Australia with the first fleet but this and several other introductions did not see them become pests, except in Tasmania.
It wasn't until Thomas Austin brought 24 wild rabbits from England in 1859 and released them that rabbits became a major problem.
Wild European Rabbits are Australia's most serious animal pest. Damage by wild rabbits in Australia, including the annual cost of control and production losses, has been estimated at $600 million.
They cause environmental damage which is often irreparable. The loss of vegetation from rabbit grazing threatens the survival of native birds, mammals, and insects that rely on plants for food and shelter.
Wild rabbits compete with livestock for available pasture and their warrens contribute to soil erosion by removing vegetation and disturbing soil.
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TALK WITH AN EXPERT.....
brian@pettalkradio.com.au
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 25, 2008
Got a problem with your pet? We talk with pet & animal experts every day. And now you can talk one on one with an expert about your pets problem
There are two easy ways to get in touch.
1) pick up the phone and dial +61 2 8212 3918
2) or you can skype us - just search for pettalkradioau or use the link on our website.
We’ll take your question straight away or call you back to chat with an expert.
If we’re busy just leave your name and number and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Write this number down - (02) 8212 3918 or skype pettalkradioau - let’s talk soon!
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PTR #268 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Amazing Stuff For Our Pets - Brian & Kaye
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 18, 2008
Believe it or not the most popular pet toys from this year’s San Diego pet expo include:
* For cats, a battery powered Fling-ama-string hangs off your dog knob and promises to turn every cat from couch potato to hunter.
* A Bionaire odour grabber litter box which promises to grab not only smells, but also dander and fur.
* Little dogs can sit on a Toto too centre mounted seat which provides a great elevated spot between the two front seats.
* Bird owners can carry their pet around in a Celltei Pak-o-bird it’s a back pack of course and lastly there’s even a special way to make doggy treats the Dogzilla deep freeze which turns your choice of protein and broth into the perfect ice-block.
Yep... watch for these and more in a store near you soon!
Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we did
Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne
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PTR #268 Segment 2/5 - Death By Chocolate + Training Tips - Kaye Browne
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 18, 2008
Even if you already know about not giving chocolate to your pets, make sure you listen to this story ‘cos we have some great Kramar training treats to give away.
Even though Easter may have come and gone for some listeners in fact this story could probably be told almost any time of the year
Most dogs and cat owners know you don’t feed chocolate to your pets sadly a lot of newer owners have never heard of this
Plus dog trainer 'in-training' Kaye Browne - under the tutelage of animal trainer Steve Austin - stands in for Steve today to explain the basics of using treats for training.
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PTR #268 Segment 3/5 - DIY Post-Op Physiotherapy For Pets - Dr James St. Claire
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 18, 2008
When you think of our pets having operations and physiotherapy you’re thinking - ‘kaching’ - lots of dollars right?…
As far as the operations go that’s probably true – but there are some clever ways being developed for post-operative physiotherapy that can not only save you a lot of money, but also help your pet recover more quickly at home – with just a little help from you.
Watch Dr James do some 'aqua therapy'
with a gorgeous French Bulldog - 'Chula'
Also visit our other You Tube site
Top Dog Website: www.topdoghealth.com
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PTR #268 Segment 4/5 - Dogs Life Kids Club + Killing An Aussie Fur Seal With Kindness
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 18, 2008
What's the best way to teach teenagers and young adults about dogs?... Start teaching them when they are really young. And that's exactly what the Dogs Life Magazine Kids Club is doing right now. We spoke with co-ordinator Eliza Tickle about this great initiative. March/April Issue-OUT NOW
Website: www.dogslife.com.au
Plus:
We’ve brought you stories in the past about the problem with humans getting too close to dolphins – and the dangers that poses for both species but there’s another way that we can over-do the 'helping hand' bit. PTR regular and Melbourne vet Dr Katrina Gregory is leading the challenge to save a young Aussie fur seal in Melbourne's Port Phillip Bay.
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PTR #268 Segment 5/5 - WildSide: Why Animals Yawn! - Dr Joanne Righetti (rpt)
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 18, 2008
Next time you're in a boring meeting - try yawning and see how many other people start ... It's contagious!
And cats, dogs, even fish yawn which leads us to believe yawning is some form of communication.
Men yawn more than women, perhaps due to their larger muscle mass which requires more oxygen - but Brian thinks it's because women talk
more thus using up more of the available oxygen (I don't think so do you?)
A new study has in fact found that even chimps find yawning contagious - that is, if one does it, so will most of the others...
I'll bet you won't be able to stop yourself after listening to this very funny story! - Dr J.
Co-host and animal behaviourist Dr Joanne Righetti will return in 2 weeks time.
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How To Listen To Our Previous Show Archives
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 18, 2008
* Archives from 2007can be accessed here after logging in to the new Listener Lounge
* Archives from 2003 to 2006 can be searched here however you can only listen to shows from PTR # 132 to PTR #200
Shows prior to July 2005 can be searched (above) and ordered via our Archive CD service
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PTR #267 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Greyhound Stops Footie Game
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 11, 2008
A retired racing hound called Fool’s Mile who won 5 events, apparently had a flashback when she was taken to a soccer game and when the crowd roared as the floodlights came on she took off
Listen to the news to find out what happened!
Hope you enjoy this week's show as much as we did
Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne
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PTR #267 Segment 2/5 - Animals - Coming Out Of The Closet? - Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 11, 2008
The scientific community reveals the latest on ‘same sex’ shenanigans among animal mates that have nothing to do with procreation! - In other words homosexuality is not just the exclusive province of humans.
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PTR #267 Segment 3/5 - ESP In Pets? - Alex Tsikaris - from SKEPTIKO
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 11, 2008
Does your pet have extra-sensory perception?
Maybe your dog actually knows when you are coming home! - There’s USD$1,000 for anyone, anywhere who can prove their pet has some kind of invisible connection with their owner. We caught up with Del Mar (USA) based Alex Tsikaris
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PTR #267 Segment 4/5 - Is Your Horse Happy? - Wendy Herne
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 11, 2008
Ok - so you have a horse (or were thinking of getting one) but is it really happy? PTR's associate producer and horse owner Wendy Herne has some tried n’ true secrets to keeping your equine pal ‘pain-free’ from the ground up.
Plus:
Our regular reptile wrangler Mark Richmond helps us identify a snake in the grass. A black-bellied one!... and tells us why snakes and horse don't mix very well.
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PTR #267 Segment 5/5 - How To Avoid Cat-Astrophes - Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 11, 2008
Co-host and animal behaviourist Dr Joanne Righetti decodes the complex mind of your moggy and hands out practical advice on staying sane when your cat’s driving you nuts.
Email Dr Joanne DrJoane@pettalkradio.com.au or call +61 2 8212 3918
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* * * Own A Pet Business? * * * Talk Directly To Your Customers - Our Listeners!
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 4, 2008
This show is heard across Australia on 40+ radio stations and around the world via our website: www.pettalkradio.com.au and of course iTunes.
Whether you are small one person dog wash, groomer or other business or you work for a multi-national pet product company or their agencies, just get in touch with us to find out how we can tailor make something for you that will allow you a more intimate relationship with your customers - our listeners.
Call us in Australia on FreeCall 1800 444 364 or +61 2 8205 7730 - International callers please note Sydney AU is UTC +10Hrs or email is via our website.
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How To Listen To Our Previous Show Archives
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 4, 2008
* Archives from 2007can be accessed here after logging in to the new Listener Lounge
* Archives from 2003 to 2006 can be searched here however you can only listen to shows from PTR # 132 to PTR #200
Shows prior to July 2005 can be searched (above) and ordered via our Archive CD service
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PTR #266 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Crested Screamers!! - with Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 4, 2008
Even though it can be heard 4Km's away, the Crested Screamer fails to find a mate - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye & Brian.
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PTR #266 Segment 2/5 - CHOICE Consumer Report - Free Range Vs 'Factory' Chooks - Elise Davidson
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 4, 2008
An expert panel of 'foodies' taste test chooks from different farming practices. Would you pay more for Free-Range chooks and why? - Elise Davidson & Dr Jo Sillince
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PTR #266 Segment 3/5 - Big Cats Or Big Cover-up? - Chris Coffey
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 4, 2008
Big cat sightings in Australia are not uncommon. So why are there no public warnings? One person believes there may be a cover up. - Kaye investigates
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PTR #266 Segment 4/5 - Man This Itch Is Killing Me! - Dr Jo Sillince
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 4, 2008
Pet changed behaviour?... A little crabbier than usual?
Might be more than just a common flea itch. A listener question answered by Dr Jo Sillince
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PTR #266 Segment 5/5 - Pet Friendly Flooring - Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Mar 4, 2008
Carpet is all but a 'no-no' for pet owners, but what are the alternatives? And are they really much better?
Dr Joanne Righetti
Email Dr Joanne DrJoane@pettalkradio.com.au or call +61 2 8212 3918
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TALK WITH AN EXPERT.....
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 28, 2008
Got a problem with your pet? We talk with pet & animal experts every day. And now you can talk one on one with an expert about your pets problem
There are two easy ways to get in touch.
1) pick up the phone and dial +61 2 8212 3918
2) or you can skype us - just search for pettalkradioau or use the link on our website.
We’ll take your question straight away or call you back to chat with an expert.
If we’re busy just leave your name and number and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Write this number down - (02) 8212 3918 or skype pettalkradioau - let’s talk soon!
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PTR #265 Segment 1/5 - News Headlines + Dogs In Movie Theatres!! - with Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 26, 2008
Want to take your dog to the movies? - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye, Brian & Dr Joanne.
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PTR #265 Segment 2/5 - Could A Cockatoo Really Save Its Mate? - Dr Joanne Righetti Plus: Bird Q&A with Steve Austin
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 26, 2
008 +1100 21:30:15,
Without places like San Diego Zoo in California USA, kids of tomorrow may never know why you just shouldn't have some animals as pets and how re-cycling actually helps wild animals..
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PTR #265 Segment 3/5 - Bonobos: Promiscuous Primates - Mike Bates
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 26, 2008
A world run by females? - Make love not war?.. Absolutely if you're a Bonobo! - we visited San Diego Zoo for this exclusive story.
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PTR #265 Segment 4/5 - Name That Blue Tongue - Mark Richmond
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 26, 2008
1:30:09 +1100,
My Reptile Rules this week has a fun competition where you have to name some tiny baby Blue Tongues and some smaller baby Pythons.... and no, Monty Python is already taken - sorry!
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PTR #265 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 26, 2008
Your questions answered.
* Can rats & mice live together?
* Update on the cranky Cockatiel
* Listener doggy doo questions
Email Dr Joanne DrJoane@pettalkradio.com.au or call +61 2 8212 3918
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* * * Try Something Different * * * Talk Directly To Your Customers - Our Listeners!
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 26, 2008
This show is heard across Australia on 40+ radio stations and around the world via our website: www.pettalkradio.com.au and of course iTunes.
Whether you are small one person dog wash, groomer or other business or you work for a multi-national pet product company or their agencies, just get in touch with us to find out how we can tailor make something for you that will allow you a more intimate relationship with your customers - our listeners.
Call us in Australia on FreeCall 1800 444 364 or +61 2 8205 7730 - International callers please note Sydney AU is UTC +10Hrs or email is via our website.
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PTR #264 Segment 1/5 - Pet News + Snake Venom Botox - with Kaye & Brian
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 19, 2008
There's some weird stuff going on in the world. Now women can use snake venom to make themselves even more beautiful! - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye & Brian.
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PTR #264 Segment 2/5 - Kids Learn How Recycling Helps Animals - Nikki Boyd
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 19, 2008
Without places like San Diego Zoo in California USA, kids of tomorrow may never know why you just shouldn't have some animals as pets and how re-cycling actually helps wild animals..
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PTR #264 Segment 3/5 - How To Tell If Your Pet Is Crazy - Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 19, 2008
Define 'crazy'! - Some animals are naturally 'wacky' others may have real problems. Always consult your veterinarian or animal behaviourist
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PTR #264 Segment 4/5 - Indestructible Toys For Pets - Dr Joanne Righetti + Swimming With Snakes - Mark Richmond
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 19, 2008
Dogs Life Magazine has a 6 page 'road-test' spread on the best toys for active dogs
Plus: My Reptile Rules returns with Mark Richmond.
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PTR #264 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 19, 2008
Your questions answered.
* My Cockatiel: Is it Love, Lust or Bullying?
* Too Much Love: Dog won't leave me alone
Email Dr Joanne DrJoane@pettalkradio.com.au or call +61 2 8212 3918
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* * * Want More Pet Owners? * * * Talk Directly To Your Customers - Our Listeners!
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Tue, Feb 19, 2008
This show is heard across Australia on 40+ radio stations and around the world via our website: www.pettalkradio.com.au and of course iTunes.
Whether you are small one person dog wash, groomer or other business or you work for a multi-national pet product company or their agencies, just get in touch with us to find out how we can tailor make something for you that will allow you a more intimate relationship with your customers - our listeners.
Call us in Australia on FreeCall 1800 444 364 or +61 2 8205 7730 - International callers please note Sydney AU is UTC +10Hrs or email is via our website.
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PTR #263 Segment 1/5 - Pet News + Aliens Took My Dog & Car! with Kaye & Brian
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
It used to be we thought the Irish that were 'mad' now it's the Welsh!! - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye & Brian.
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PTR #263 Segment 2/5 - Pet Sex: Why Romance Doesn’t Rate In The Pet World. (PG) Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
Of course birds and bees 'do it' Why do you think we have so many!!? Dr Joanne reveals more 'animal secrets'
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PTR #263 Segment 3/5 - Imagine: No More Cats! - Dr Alan Rabinowitz
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
This is NOT just another 'Save The Tiger' story. This is a story about the future of ALL animals.
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PTR #263 Segment 4/5 - Battling Storm Phobias - Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
Dogs Life Magazine asked Dr Joanne for some help with this common problem.
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PTR #263 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
No it's not the 'after dark' version of PTR - well almost not... but Heavy Petting returns to answer listener behavioural questions. Email Dr Joanne or call +61 2 8212 3918 - we take international callers too!
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* * * Own A Pet Business? * * * Talk Directly To Your Customers - Our Listeners!
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
This show is heard across Australia on 40+ radio stations and around the world via our website: www.pettalkradio.com.au and of course iTunes.
Whether you are small one person dog wash, groomer or other business or you work for a multi-national pet product company or their agencies, just get in touch with us to find out how we can tailor make something for you that will allow you a more intimate relationship with your customers - our listeners.
Call us in Australia on FreeCall 1800 444 364 or +61 2 8205 7730 - International callers please note Sydney AU is UTC +10Hrs or email is via our website.
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PTR #262 Segment 1/5 - Pet News + A Licence To Kill with Kaye & Brian
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
Surely there's a better way to get rid of a protected species! - that story and more in this week's pet and animal news headlines with Kaye & Brian.
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PTR #262 Segment 2/5 - US Mortgage Crisis Leaves Pets Homeless - Hal Abrams
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
In the USA people are abandoning their dogs as banks foreclose on them - could it happen here?
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PTR #262 Segment 3/5 - Cool Tips For Hot Dogs - Dr Jo Sillince
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
It's scary just how quickly your pooch, puss or bird can dehydrate... Dr Jo Sillince joins us this week.
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PTR #262 Segment 4/5 - Dogs Life Magazine - Caroline Zambrano
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
We'll give you the lowdown on all the highlights you can read in the first issue for 2008
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PTR #262 Segment 5/5 - Heavy Petting - Dr Joanne Righetti
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
No it's not the 'after dark' version of PTR - well almost not... but Heavy Petting returns to answer listener behavioural questions. Email Dr Joanne or call +61 2 8212 3918 - we take international callers too!
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How To Listen To Our Previous Show Archives
Brian@pettalkradio.com
Author: PetTalkRadio.com.au
Thu, Feb 14, 2008
* Archives from 2007can be accessed here after logging in to the new Listener Lounge
* Archives from 2003 to 2006 can be searched here however you can only listen to shows from PTR # 132 to PTR #200
Shows prior to July 2005 can be searched (above) and ordered via our Archive CD service
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