Sinopsis
This is Animal Talk! We help you with your pets! We were on the air for over 20 years helping you with your pets. Animal Talk is America's Pet Show. At one point the show syndicated on over 50 stations (including KMOX, KFAB, KSL, WXYT, WSDS, WDTK and more). Celebrity interviews, fun skits, news, pet products, training tips and environmental issues... We have it all. Currently, new podcast episodes are posted on Wednesdays.Hosted by:Jamie FlanaganBrian DonovanSend Jamie (jamie@animaltalkradio.com) your pet photos and we'll add your fur kids to the #PetParade.We also have a Patreon page. Thanks for considering to support us: https://www.patreon.com/AnimalTalkRadioWebsite: http://animaltalkradio.com/Merchandise: http://www.cafepress.com/dd/110075183Twitter: https://twitter.com/animaltalkradioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnimalTalkRadio/
Episodios
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Peeing Pooches & Prolapsing Pythons: The Weird World of Pet Problems - Episode 206
25/03/2025 Duración: 32minSend us a textRewind back to Sunday 9-7-2003 (hour 2)In the episode you will hearMark, Donna, Brad, & JamieThe difference between Italy and the USABruce listening on KFAB a mix breed dog is peeing on the carpet if not in her kennel. Mrs. Wilson listening in Westland Michigan. I have a baby squirrel that fell out of its nest. What should I do with it?Audra listening on KLIZ A recently neutered cat is licking his area. How do I keep him from doing that?Email Question - Angel has a question about a python. Justine has a 6 month old lab. Likes to bite to play? Does you have any info on monkeys?A 12 year old cat grabs her toy and howls in the middle of the night. Why?Time for NewsKBTM Mike Tries TriviaEmail - Can I cross a boa and a pythonHow can I make my dog's stay in a kennel better?Peggy tries the trivia Wearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimal
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Why Does Your Dog Invade Personal Space? - Episode 205
18/03/2025 Duración: 32minSend us a textRewind back to Sunday 9-7-2003 (hour 1)In the episode you will hearMark, Donna, Brad, Jamie, & Jason the internDo you kiss your pets?Do you talk to themKirby the stock tip catFact or FictionA cat was given baby tylenol. That is a BAD thing. Kayla listening on KFAB - What can I put in my rat's cage? Are cedar chips bad? (spoiler: yes)Email from Tony - Why do dogs sniff people's crotches? Annette on KFAB - tries the Fact or FictionSuzanne has a guess about the scorpions and cat pee question.Email question: I see a trend of naughty pets. How do I keep from getting bit when I am out and about?Chris from Hartford CT listening online. My wife wants a dog but I have a dog phobia, what can I do? Wearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss you
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Facing Fears and Furry Friends: Alligators & Cats - Episode 204
19/08/2024 Duración: 32minSend us a textRewind back to Sunday 5-13-2006 (Saturday show)In the episode you will hearJamieDonnaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to the #PetParade. jamie@animaltalkradio.comShould I put a bell on my cat?Ever wondered what it's like to face your biggest fears head-on, like alligators and gigantic bugs? This week, we kick things off with some light-hearted banter about our recent experiences—Donna's busy week with report cards and my sun-soaked trip to Florida—and how contrasting climates bring out contrasting critters. Prepare to laugh as we share our amusing yet terrifying stories about alligators and the eerie nocturnal exhibit at the Henry Doorly Zoo. Together
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Why is a good dog for an apartment a cat? - Episode 203
07/08/2024 Duración: 29minSend us a textMy dog is fearful of anything in the air, planes, birds, a person stepping over. Why?Dave gives a shot at the Fact or FictionDo rats make good pets? What would be a good name for a pet rat?Do dogs need sweaters outside? What would be a good dog for an apartment?My cat sleeps a lot, like a lot, a lot. How much sleep is too much for a cat?Kurt in Omaha listening on KFAB. Our 2 year old miniature schnauzer get cranky when we give attention to other dogs or kids. We are having a baby, is this going to be a problem?5 signs your pet might be on drugs.Rewind back to Sunday 5-14-2006 Hour 2In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to
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Mort Crim and Life Lessons from our Pets - Episode 202
31/07/2024 Duración: 37minSend us a textOur guest on this show is the one and only Mort Crimas we added a new affiliate KPSL in California. Rewind back to 2001In the episode you will hearJamieBradBrianMarkWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to the #PetParade. jamie@animaltalkradio.comHave you ever wondered how much your furry friend truly understands you? Join us as we chat with the legendary Detroit TV newscaster Mort Crim, the real-life inspiration for Will Ferrell's Ron Burgundy character. Mort shares heartwarming tales that illustrate how dogs embody the best human traits—loyalty, optimism, and unconditional love—and how they can sense our emotions in ways that enhance our well-being. Don'
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Animal Talk: Indoor Cat Hacks, Confronting Animal Fears, and Handling Aggressive Dogs - EP 201
22/07/2024 Duración: 32minSend us a textBrad nearly lost a thumb to a Rottweiler We have a stray cat that we brought in. How do we keep him indoors?How can I stop my neighbor's dog from barking at my dog? Mine are quiet but dang these pups next door, yikes!Story of an alligator that ate a woman in Florida. Wow.Gators are Donna's phobia. What is yours?Jamie can't stand large bugs, Brad fears weasels.The National Animal - Strange Animal NewsI found a baby bird on the ground after a thunderstorm. What do I do with it? I have a Cocker Spaniel I inherited from my grandmother. How often does it need grooming?Bad Animal Joke - very badRewind back to Sunday 5-14-2006 Hour 1In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Sen
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You want to lick me after you ate what? - Episode 200
30/04/2024 Duración: 35minSend us a textMelinda has a street kitten. An awful person kicked this cat out in the street. I called the cops but how do I tell if the cat is hurt?Zoo Crew as we add WSDS an new affiliate Steve listening on KFABFact or FictionEmail - My male plated lizard is eating less than the female. Is that a problem?4 Cats, lots of cats in the house over 6. A sudden problem with not using the liter box. How do I clean for the smell and how to I get them back in the box. Sheryl a female beagle like to eat her own dog poop and eating all the poop in the yard really. Sandy has a Clever Cat Cat box and loves it... Keeps the dogs from eating out of the cat box.Rewind back to Sunday 11-9-2003 Hour 2In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaMarkWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week
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Krissie Newman Pit Road Pets - Episode 199
22/04/2024 Duración: 32minSend us a textTake your pet to work day, do you do it?Top 9 signs your doctor brought their pet to workAn adopted cat getting comfortable in the house, he is destroying the house plants. Help.Krissie Newman Pit Road Pets talking about the Ryan Newman foundation and car racing.Bad Animal Joke of the Week and our fantastic fabulous word of the day. In the episode you will hearJamieDonnaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to the #PetParade. jamie@animaltalkradio.com
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Finding the litter box, and how do you spell that? - Episode 198
16/04/2024 Duración: 31minSend us a textAnimal Spell DownTina on KFAB has a stray cat. Might bring her inside. How do we get her to use the litter box?Zoo Crew as we add WSDS Geno has a dog in the pet hospital because of disc issues. Is it painful for my dog? Steve on KFAB tries the spell down.Can I put a cedar log in with my snake? I heard it would be dangerous for my snake.Julie has a guess at the Trivia. Why do cats get UTIs so often?I have a male and female rosy barr how can they mate safely?Evelyn has her dog Abby and heard that rawhide is bad for dogs, is that true?Pull toys a good or bad dog toy ideaRewind back to Sunday 11-9-2003 Hour 1In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaMarkWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we
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That is a lot of licking. My dog licks everything to the point of being soaked - Episode 197
09/04/2024 Duración: 50minSend us a textJanell has a 1 year old dog that keeps pottying in the house. The dog was going on paper in the house now just going in the house even without the paper. Are Bassett Hounds difficult to train?Pricilla in Iowa has a suggestion for our previous caller. We have bobble heads! From Bobble Me I have 7 cats (all named for daytime talk hosts) can or should I get a dog? Talking about the Arctic Ring of Life and the polar bears at the Detroit ZooMarty tries the Fact or Fiction for the dayBecky swoops in and wins!I have a dog that breaks out of his kennel when we are not around. Is this separation anxiety?My dog licks the couch, always licking. What is up with that? Judy listening on KFAB has a dog question. Can you blend dog foods? Patrice has a 5 year old boy cat with an itchy ear, lots of scratching behind the ear. Is it dust mites? How can I get rid of the dust mites? Rita cocker spaniels hurt himself. Now can't get up on his hind legs. Can't jump up. Can I give the pup an aspirin?Animal New
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Cesar Millan and Do Dogs Have Souls? - Episode 196
02/04/2024 Duración: 36minSend us a textCesar Millan from the Animal Planet Dog Whisperer as he kicked off the second season in 2006Lynda Austin author Heavenly PawsDo our pets have souls? Reincarnation for pets?What do you do if you think your neighbor is mistreating a pet?Rewind back to 4-8-2006 Saturday showIn the episode you will hearJamieDonnaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to the #PetParade. jamie@animaltalkradio.com
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Dog graffiti and paint jobs on your snakes - Episode 195
04/03/2024 Duración: 32minSend us a textJoy has a cat and a dog questions.A mix of dogs and a poodle always 'goes' over the sport where the other two dogs just went. Is that bad or the start of trouble?Joy's cat is afraid of the sound of plastic bags. A new problem with my 13 year old cat. Can we fix this?Pet question of the day: Do you take your pets to work? Jeremy had a question about breeding ball pythons? Color mutations or paint jobs?Jill with Bark for life2 year old Lab mix, great with people, but very dog aggressive. How do I control her?Medical question about a 14 and 16 year old dog. Easter holiday baskets the worst thing is not what you would guess. Chocolate is bad but the fake grass causes more problems. Careful with ribbons and decorations that can be eaten and block up your pet. Anoles: How many can you have in a cage? Do they make good pets? Rewind back to Sunday 4-1-2010 Hour 2In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaBryan BarczykPaulaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.co
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The Parvo Problem and Did you name that snake? - Episode 194
26/02/2024 Duración: 30minSend us a textA puppy with Parvo in the clinic.How do you prevent it? Question of the week: Have you taken your pet to work?Marie in Detroit thinks certain flowers are supposedly dangerous for dogs. What should I avoid in my garden?What is the difference between a toad and a frog?Rewind back to Sunday 4-1-2010 Hour 1In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaBryan BarczykPaulaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to the #PetParade. jamie@animaltalkradio.com
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Donna's Bear Can - Episode 193
19/02/2024 Duración: 49minSend us a textIs a border collie a good indoor dog? West Paw Design https://www.westpaw.com/Do Animals have spirits? Do all dogs go to heaven?Donna's Bear Can out in the woods... you want to see this, I mean hear this. Our dog, a yorkie, gets super hyper when our grandchild is here. What can we do? Six Yorkies on a treadmill Brett with a 7 month old bloodhound is being lethargic? Mark has a Boston Terrier at 5 months old running toward the road. What can he do? Can dogs and cat get sunburned? Bad Animal Joke of the Week.How many cats are too many cats for one owner? Rewind back to Sunday 4-26-2009 In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaPaulaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your
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Walkin' the Dog - Interview with author Chris Lynch
12/02/2024 Duración: 43minSend us a textChris Lynch's book Walkin' the Dog, (released early 2024) available through most online sellers, is a moving story about a boy and his relationship with dogs. Chris was kind enough to take a moment to talk to us about his book. Since the book is about a young person we wanted a young person to talk to Chris. Jamie recruited one of his young journalists to interview Chris. Here is the interview and linked below are two stories written by that student. https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Chris-Lynch/16756570https://www.fhstheflash.com/9836/features/inspiring-author-chris-lynch/https://www.fhstheflash.com/9865/entertainment/walkin-the-dog-book-review/Wearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos
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Brian Barczyk's first episode on Animal Talk
23/01/2024 Duración: 01h09minSend us a textThis was the very first show with Brian Barczyk as one of the hosts. After a battle with cancer Brian passed away Januay 2024. He will be missed. This is a video tribute to Brian from his family at the Reptarium.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DtsI5gdH4AQHere is where you can contribute to his Legasea.https://thereptarium.com/pages/brianbarczykFrom the web about Brian:Brian Barczyk was an American reptile enthusiast, YouTuber, and founder of the Reptarium Reptile Zoo and Legasea Aquarium. He was also featured as a star on the TV series Venom Hunters by the Discovery Channel.Rewind back to Sunday 12-13-2009 Both hoursIn the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaPaulaBrian Wearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.
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Why is my dog just staring at me - Episode 190
28/08/2023 Duración: 24minSend us a textHour 2 more pet peevesOur pet peevesAn 8-year-old Aussie mix that is very much a herder and nips a bit. I have a toddler about start crawling. How can I make this safe for everyone?Health Tip - Super careful with anti-freeze. Super deadly for pets.Mark has a question about his dog Dirks, a shelty-spaniel mix. This dog will just stare at me. Why is that.Bad animal jokeAnimaltainment TonightRewind back to Sunday 10-11-2009 Hour 2In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaPaulaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to the #PetParade. jamie@animaltalkradio.com
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What is your pet peeve with your pet? - Episode 189
21/08/2023 Duración: 27minSend us a textKathy - Dog and Cat owner. Calling to win the giveaway today. Candy a toy rat terrier lots of baggage. Super protective of roommate. The dog will snap at Kathy. How can she calm this pup down.Ceil - caller poll: what is your pet peeve about your pet? 'presents on the carpet'The 3 pound dog is the alpha, smallest but bossy. Puppy chewing on rawhide chews, on occasion my kid will get it and it goes in their mouth. Is that dangerous?I have two 11 year old Poms. Both are missing all or most teeth. What can I do to feed them?Tracy & Glenn have a lab that is very odiferous. What can we do? Rewind back to Sunday 10-11-2009 Hour 1In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaPaulaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me
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What can you eat to keep fleas off yourself or family - Episode 188
14/08/2023 Duración: 31minSend us a textSpeaking with then director of the Detroit Zoo, Ron Kagan about the programs and events and some of the very unique animals at our zoo.How did you get the pets in your life, in your life?Our second hour of the first show at 1400 WDTK in Detroit.Tricky Trivia - What is your name?Can we change our diet to keep fleas off of people? Animal Entertainment newsRewind back to Sunday 10-4-2009 Hour 2In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaPaulaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to the #PetParade. jamie@animaltalkradio.com
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Andrea Arden from Animal Planet and an itch you just can't scratch - Episode 187
07/08/2023 Duración: 22minSend us a textThis was the first show on 1400 WDTK in Detroit. New studio and new toys. Andrea Arden from the Animal Planet talking about allergies and dogs. Her show on the Animal Planet was Dogs 101.Two cats are sleeping in the baby's crib. Should we be worried about cats getting the crib with the baby?How do you get your house ready for a baby to come home when you have a cat or other pet? Twitter question of the day: Where did you get your pet?Time for a health tip: ear infections are very frequent, what to do. https://andreaarden.com/Rewind back to Sunday 10-4-2009 Hour 1In the episode you will hearJamieBradDonnaPaulaWearing Funny Amazing fun pet parent t-shirtshttps://wearingfunny.com/product-category/pets/https://linktr.ee/animaltalkradioAnimal Talk, it’s America’s Pet Show!Jamie Flanagan@DJJamieDetroitAnimalTalkRadio.com@AnimalTalkRadioThanks for listening and as always... Have an exotic week and kiss your wild thing for me.Send your pet photos in now and we will add your fur kids to the #PetPara