by KYW's Nan Talleno
Nan Talleno is a certified canine behavior specialist and professional dog trainer. She has been rescuing and rehabilitating dogs for the past fifteen years. A graduate of the Animal Behavior College, Nan is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers. Her web site is hearttoheartcaninecounseling.com.
The KYW Pet Reports can be heard Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays on KYW Newsradio 1060.
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Flying with Pets
Air travel can become quite a concern if you plan to travel with your pet.
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Pets and Fireworks
For our pets, fireworks can cause confusion, stress and fear and we must take their safety into consideration.
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Scooting Behavior
You may have seen your dog scooting around the floor and, at times, it may have even seemed comical but it shouldn't be taken lightly.
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Do Dogs Dream?
Research has proven that we are not the only ones who dream. Our canine friends dream just like we do.
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Why Cats 'Knead'
Kneading is when your cat, when settled in a very comfortable place, gently starts to expand and retract his/her front claws.
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Cat-Proofing Your Home
If you've never lived with a cat before, there are several things you should know in order to keep your cat safe.
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PSPCA's Urgent Need for Foster Care
The Pennsylvania SPCA and the Animal Care and Control Team shelter are in urgent need of foster care and hope you can help.
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Canine Athritis and Hip Dysplasia
Canine arthritis is a progressive disease caused by a loss of cartilage producing cells. There are treatments.
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Curbing Your Cat's Destructive Clawing
Scratching is normal behavior for a cat so it's best to just redirect this behavior to an appropriate place, like a scratching post.
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Garden Safety
Spring is gardening season, so now is the time to be aware of keeping your pets safe from any possible garden hazards.
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Playtime with Your Dog
Your dog's body language conveys so much information. It's up to us to learn to read the signals. One of those messages is 'playtime!'.
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Overweight Pets
We need to watch what and how much we feed our companion animals in order to keep them healthy.
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Urethral Obstruction in Male Cats
All cats can be subject to bladder infections but male cats are at a higher risk due to the narrow structure of the urethra.
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Living Eco-Friendly with Your Pet
Living green and eco-friendly are very important these days. There are ways to maintain this healthier lifestyle with your pet too.
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Report Animal Cruelty
May is 'Be Kind to Animals Month'. Extend kindness and compassion to an animal in need.
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PSPCA's Super Pet Adoption Day
The Pennsylvania SPCA brings you Super Pet Adoption Day this Saturday, May 16th.
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Brachycephalic Breeds
Brachycephalic is not a familiar word to many people but the dog and cat breeds most certainly are.
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AKC's Top Dog Breeds
This year's most popular breeds according to the AKC include Miniature Schnauzers, Shih Tzus, Poodles, Boxers abd Dachshunds.
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The Benefits of Brushing Your Dog
Brushing your dog not only creates a special bond, but it's also extremely practical.
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The Dangers of Secondhand Smoke
Exposure to secondhand smoke can cause many of the same harmful effects to animals as it does to people.
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Soaring Temperatures in Parked Cars
With the early and unexpected heat that we're experiencing, many people may be caught off guard when it comes to your pets' car safety.
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Reasons to Spay and Neuter Your Pets
Spaying and neutering your pet not only helps your dog or cat but saves lives.
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Mothers and Babies
Every baby needs the warm nurturing love that only a mother can provide. Of course, this applies to puppies and kittens too.
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Pet Allergies
Springtime can mean allergy season for many people but people aren't the only ones who suffer. Our pets get allergies too.
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Easter Hazards for Your Pets
Easter brings beautiful bouquets, baskets and candy. But, be aware of the possible hazards that these can pose to your pets.
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The Dangers of Declawing a Cat
There have been many misconceptions regarding the declawing of a cat. Before any decisions are made, it's best that you are fully aware of the facts.
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Starting to Train Your Dog
Training your dog is truly worth the time spent - for both you, and the dog.
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Bloat in Dogs
Bloat is a potentially life-threatening illness which most people are unaware even exists. It occurs primarily in larger breed dogs.
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The Right Time to Nurture
Dogs need to know that they are loved and praise is extremely important to them but it's just as important to know when not to nurture.
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Playtime Provides Exercise for Your Cat
Although a daily walk isn't a requirement for your kitty, exercise and playtime certainly are!
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Kong Toys for Dogs
The most important chew toy you can ever get for your dog is the Kong.
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Canines of the Emerald Isle
In honor of St Patrick's Day, we have to celebrate the many dog breeds that originated in Ireland.
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Benefits of Adopting a Senior Pet
Senior dogs and cats make great companions and older dogs can make excellent therapy dogs.
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Why Dogs Howl
Dogs communicate in many ways through body language and vocal communication.
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SPCA Launches Food Bank
With the nation's current economic crisis, the SPCA is reaching out to the needs of many animal caregivers.
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Your Dog's Nose
Your dog's nose certainly knows a lot of information. Dogs accurately rely on their sense of smell for almost everything.
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An Increase in Surrendered Animals
The ASPCA estimates that between 500,000 and 1 million pets are at risk of becoming homeless because of the economy and foreclosures.
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Sighthounds
Sighthounds, also known as Gazehounds, are a specialized group of dogs, belonging to the hound group.
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Bringing Your Outdoor Cat Inside
Many outdoor cats have made the transition to indoor living quite easily.
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Caring for Your Aging Pet
As our pets age, we have to take special care to meet with their changing needs. Here are a few suggestions.
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Valentine's Bouquets
If we're lucky, we may see some flowers on Valentine's Day. But our pets are not so lucky to be exposed to them.
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The Dangers of Chocolates and Sweets
Although they may be a treat to us Valentines candies and chocolates can be extremely dangerous to your pets.
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Ways to Detect If Your Dog is Sick
Most often, a cool wet nose means a healthy dog but be aware that a dry nose doesn't necessarily indicate an unhealthy dog.
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Ways to Detect Illness in Your Cat
There are several ways to detect if your cat is ill, in pain or in poor health and in need of a trip to your vet's office.
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Your Cat's Healthy Coat
A healthy cat will have a well-groomed, clean, soft, shiny coat. If your cat's fur is dull, dirty, dingy, dry or oily, he or she may be ill.
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Pet Product Recalls
A recall of many food products by The Peanut Corporation of America has been extended to include some pet products.
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Consistency in Training
It's important to know that whether you're training your puppy or your adult dog, consistency is always the key factor.
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Hypoallergenic Dogs
Some people experience allergies to their dog's dander. It's primarily the dog's undercoat shedding that may produce the allergens.
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Winter Hazards
There are several things you can do to keep both your dogs and cats safe in winter weather.
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Pets and Hypothermia
No matter how large or how hardy the breed may be, every dog and cat can succumb to the effects of extreme cold and hypothermia.
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New Year's Resolution Ideas
Here are a few ideas to add to your New Year’s resolutions that can help you and your pet in the new year.
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Pets and New Year's Celebrations
New Year's eve fireworks, a house full of guests and all the chaos can be extremely frightening or threatening for pets.
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Animal Heroes
Dogs and cats alike have become actual lifesavers in emergency situations to become true animal heroes.
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Holiday Foods
Most veterinarians see an increase of stomach problems and pancreatitis around the holiday season.
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Gifts For Your Pets
As you check off your holiday gift list, don't forget your loveable furry companions.
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Avoid Pets As Presents
No one can resist the cute face of an adorable puppy or kitten but be wise and resist the temptation of giving one as a holiday present.
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Holiday Hazards for Your Pets
It's that time of year. Deck the halls but be careful of those boughs of holly and other hazards for your pets.
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Pet Proofing Your Christmas Tree
'Tis the season to trim the Christmas tree. Keep your tree looking beautiful and your pets staying safe at the same time.
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Selecting a Breed to Adopt
When selecting a breed to adopt into your family, first, take inventory and think about your lifestyle.
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Cat Safety Collars
It may be difficult at first to get your free-spirited cat to wear a collar but in the end it's worth it.
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Make It a Happy Thanksgiving for You and Your Pets
Thanksgiving is a busy time with lots of extra activity in the household. Keep your pets safe and healthy this holiday. Here are a few tips.
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Traveling with Your Pet This Holiday
If you're planning to travel with your pet this holiday, there are a few things you may want to keep in mind.
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Tug-of-War
Before playing a game of tug-of-war with your dog, there a few things you should know.
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The National Dog Show
The AKC welcomes the Dogue de Bordeaux along with over 150 breeds competing for Best in Show at The National Dog Show.
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Reaction to Hugging
Some dogs who may not have been exposed to physical touch from a human at an early age may not seem comfortable with it.
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Keeping Your Dog Warm
It may be quite a sight but dressing your dog in a cute little coat can be very functional.
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Dog Agility
Dog Agility has become an increasingly popular sport as recognized by the American Kennel Club and the United Kennel Club.
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Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween should be a fun but safe time for all. Keep it a safe one for your pets as well.
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Beware Poisonous Plants for Cats and Dogs
Many pet owners are completely unaware of the possible dangers that many plants can cause to their pet.
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Anthropomorphism
Expecting our dogs to act as humans is fairly widespread among pet owners. And it is truly unfair for the dogs.
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Seizures in Dogs
Seizures are not uncommon to dogs. Numerous causes include epilepsy, diabetes and heat stroke.
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Surviving the Loss of a Pet
It's not uncommon to grieve deeply when your pet passes.
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Living With More Than One Dog
Having two or more dogs in your home doesn't have to be a difficult situation.
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Crating
Too much of anything is not good. This is certainly true of dog crates.
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Chewing
You're never going to stop your dog from chewing altogether. Here are some healthy guidelines.
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Moving with Your Pet
Moving can often be an extremely stressful time. And it can be stressful for your dog and cat as well.
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Reading Your Dog's Body Language
Your dog is communicating with you all the time through his or her body language. It's important to take notice of what our dogs are telling us.
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Dogs and Exercise
Just like us, dogs and puppies need daily exercise to stay healthy. It is vital for their physical as well as psychological well being.
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Xylitol
There may be something in your home that could be highly toxic, even fatal, if ingested by your dog.
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Dog Parks
Local dog parks have become extremely popular. You can find one almost anywhere in any state throughout the country.
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Fleas in Autumn
Just when you think those pesky fleas are done pestering until next spring, think again.
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A Basic Repertoire of Dog Training Commands
The basic dog training cues are so important to master, because they are extremely helpful and will come in handy for countless experiences in your dog’s life.
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Basic Training Cues
The basic training cues are important to master because they will come in handy for countless experiences in your dog's life.
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Coats, Undercoats, and Textures
There are many types of coat length and textures for various breeds of dogs, and care strategies differ.
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Acupuncture For Your Pet
It is a deep internal therapy that stimulates the body to heal itself. And it may be applicable to a variety of pet ailments.
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Acupuncture for Pets
Many people have turned to acupuncture as an alternate method to deal with many physical ailments. It can also be used to treat pets.
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Trimming Your Dog's Claws
Trimming your dogs claws can sometimes present a challenge. This is what you need to know.
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Vet Visits
It's a good idea to take your pet to your veterinarian's office for periodic check-ups to make sure he stays healthy and to prevent problems before they even start.
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Heartworm
Make a worthwhile trip to you vet's office to have your dog checked for an intestinal parasite known as heartworm. It's very common in the US.
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Food Treats
While dogs love tasty treats, it's important to make sure that what you're giving them is healthy.
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Swimming Do's and Don'ts
It's important to remember that even though they are capable, not all dogs enjoy being in the water so never ever force your dog to swim.
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Leadership Exercises
Learning to become your dog's calm but assertive leader is a win/win situation. Here are some exercises that should help.
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Spaying and Neutering
Spaying and neutering your pets is not only a responsible choice, but a healthy choice for your pet as well.
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Sleep Aggression
We've all heard the expression, 'Let sleeping dogs lie',and there is some truth to it. Sleep aggression is not uncommon in dogs.
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Microchipping Your Dog
Along with ID tags on your dog's collar, there is another way to help ensure your pet's safe return if he or she is ever separated from you.
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Summertime Hazards
Now that we're into the dog days of summer, you may need to protect your dog from several summertime hazards.
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Teaching Your Dog to Come to You
Teaching your dog to come to you may sound pretty basic, but it could ultimately become a lifesaving command.
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Dogs Help to Keep You Healthy
There are many reasons to love your dog. And here's yet another. Sharing your life with your lovable companion can actually improve your health.
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Naming Your Dog
Naming your dog is a very special thing to every dog owner, even when adopting a dog who may already have a name.
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Assistance and Service Dogs
There are many breeds of dogs that adapt well as assistance and service dogs, dogs who are assisting people with disabilities to live more independent and fuller lives.
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Pet Insurance
Pet insurance is quickly becoming the practical solution for paying those high costs at those unexpected visits to the vet .
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