ARL Animal Connection: Recent Episodes

Carol Griglione and Mick McAuliffe

Carol and Mick from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa

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Central Iowa schools are restricting cell phones during classes. Rob Randazzo at Des Moines Hoover explains. Bergman Academy in Des Moines is also adjusting their policies. Sidney Gerritsen & Katie Ewing explain. Iowa's teacher shortage is inspiring a path for para educators to become fully licensed teachers. Kris Donnelly, University of Northern Iowa. Safe Kids-Des Moines has back-to-school safety reminders.

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On the last Animal Rescue League on 1400 WHO-AM, the whole gang was back together; Carol, Mick, and Dan reminisced about all the shows before, gave advice on a sassy kitten, and had CEO of ARL Tom Colvin on to say "See you later!" Remember to be kind and paw it forward!

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This week on ARL we have Animal Service Officer and Investigator Tina Updegrove filling in for Dan. We discussed Tina's 30 year career with Animal Services and she gave very helpful tips on how to keep your pets safe in any situation. Plus how you should hand seeing something concerning and you don't know how to proceed. If you ever need to call the Animal Services, you can call (515)-283-4811. If you can be anything, be kind and we hope you listen next week.

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In this weeks episode, we talked about being careful and mindful of your pets' paws, are you brave enough to punch a bear to save your fur baby, (please don't touch the wildlife for fun), a rouge sea otter, chicken care 101, and had a long discussion with Bernie Lettington on the current animal bills in legislation. As always, be kind and see you next week.

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Today on ARL we debated whether we are creative animal namers or if we name our animals after our favorite humans and give them names like Olivia (Benson). Then we answered question from our listeners! Thank you for listening and like always be kind!

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On the ARL Animal Connection show we kicked off the show talking about the different animals that follow the water, like alligators. Then jumped into the ocean and discussed our love of Orcas! We spent a lot of time discussing safety tips for your pets during this Forth of July's firework displays. And took a call to help solve a kitten's peeing problem. Thank you for listening and as always, be kind and have a safe and happy Independence Day!

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Carol Griglione and Dan Sterrett from the Animal Rescue League talk about the latest rescues and other important info for pet owners.

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Carol Griglione and Dan Sterrett from the Animal Rescue League talk about the latest rescues and other important info for pet owners.

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Carol Griglione and Dan Sterrett from the Animal Rescue League talk about the latest rescues and other important info for pet owners.

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Carol Griglione and Dan Sterrett from the Animal Rescue League talk about the latest rescues and other important info for pet owners.

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Carol Griglione and Dan Sterrett from the Animal Rescue League talk about the latest rescues and other important info for pet owners.

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Carol and Dan talk about animal care and the latest news from the Animal Rescue League

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest news from ARL

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Carol and Dan talk about raising backyard chickens and other animal advice

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Carol and Dan talk about wolverine sightings, all about otters and how many chickens is enough? Also the upcoming Raise Paw Auction on 4/22. For more info on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Carol is joined by Casey

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Carol Griglione and the CEO of ARL Tom Colvin discuss the state of the ARL.

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It's all about CATS! Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Carol and Dan talk about the latest pet news and ARL happenings.

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan has returned! Join Carol and Dan as they give you tips on how to protect your animals in the bitter cold. For more on ARL, go to arl-iowa.org

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Carol and Casey discuss the Tree of Life, Raise Your Paw Auction and everything else happening at ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Carol and Casey discuss the Santa and paws, red river hogs and everything else happening at ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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ARL Animal Connection: 8-27

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Dan and Carol discuss about the latest events going on with ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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ARL Animal Connection best of for 7-30

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Mary and Carol discuss volunteering opportunities and the latest news from the ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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Dan and Carol discuss puppy mills, and the latest news from the ARL. For more on ARL go to www.arl-iowa.org

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The weeks' show was a 'best of'' with Dan and Carol. For more on the Animal Rescue League, check out www.arl-iowa.org.

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Carol and Dan talk about rescuing kittens and recent events and other information going on at the ARL, go to ARL Website @ www.arl-iowa.org. Give this a listen.

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On todays show, Carol and Dan started off the show with a video they saw during the week of a guy who saw a kitten, stopped to pick up the kitten. To his surprise they was not one, their were 13 kittens!

It's animal baby season. Carol and Dan discuss what to do and NOT to do.

Events and other information going on at the ARL, go to ARL Website @ www.arl-iowa.org.

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On Today's show, Carol and Dan talk all things animals. Cats, dogs and other animals.

For events at5 the ARL Check out the ARL'S WEBSITE AT WWW.ARL-IOWA.ORG for times and more information.

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On today's show, Carol came home to find her puppy destroyed a pillow while she was out/ The ARL has caged animals for adoption. For more info go the website at www.arl-iowa.com

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On today's show, Carol mentioned that last weekend the auction winners could pick up their items at ARL main. Dan talked about large breed of dogs.

Bernie from the human action network called in to tell us about a seminar happening next Saturday at 9:30 on how to lobby for animal rights laws at the state capital.

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On the show today: The ARL Raise Your Paw Auction was last Saturday evening and it was a success. The on line auction runs until noon today and you can pick up your winning auction items from 1-5 today.

Great questions today from our listeners. One being what do you do with a kitten who bits all the time. Carol and Dan discuss.

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On today's show, were one week away from the Raise Your Paw Auction it's next Saturday at 5pm at the Iowa Events Center. There are two silent auctions one from 5-7 and 5 to 9. Live auction from 7-9. A online auction happens on Sunday April 24th. Go to www.arl-iowa.com.

It's spring and wildlife is on the move. Carol and Dan discuss tips for dealing with wildlife you may find on your property.

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On today's show, Tom Colvin, executive director of the ARL , joined us to discuss a dog in need. Cal the dog was taken from an owner and is being treated by a vet. Cal is now doing much better and will be adopted in the near future.

We had a caller who lives in Winterset and has a 12 yr old dog who has hip issues and wanted to know how to get the dog down into the basement. Carol and Dan discuss the options.

Raise Your Paw Auction is coming up in two weeks. Tickets are available at ARL-Iowa.org

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On today's show: Carol and Dan started the show by talking about wildlife on the move this morning. Dan spoke about chickens and how chickens do you need to start with. If you want chickens, how do you approach your city so you can have them?

The raise your paw auction is in 3 weeks from today on 4/23.

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On today's show, Carol and Dan talked about training classes at the ARL. For more info please visit the ARL'S website www.arl-iowa.com

A caller says she has seen a pan handler with a dog on an island at a busy intersection. Carol and Dan reminded our audience that if you see something, say something.

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On to today's show, it's all about the cats! The show lead off this morning was a discussion of weather and your animals. Carol and Dan discuss ways to keep your pet calm during severe weather.

Cat in the house for years, Bring in a new dog and the cat is living upstairs only. Listen to Carol and Dan give suggestions to get the cat to come downstairs

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On todays show, We covered many subjects and took phone calls as well.

www.arl-iowa.com for more information. Give this a listen.

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On today's show: Carol and Dan discuss this weeks events which include a puppy mill with 514 dogs. Thanks to Sherriff Davis of Wayne county, the ARL staff and Volunteers who came to help. People have started to adopt the dogs. Thanks to all who helped.

ARl Raise Your paw Auction is April 23rd. Get your tickets now. www.arl-iowa.org.

Have a great week!

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Carol and Dan talk about cat care, how to handle a dog who won't let you put on his leash, the best 'animal' movies, and upcoming events for the Animal Rescue League. For more go to: https://www.arl-iowa.org/

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On today's show , Carol and Dan talked about Cats, dogs, and chickens. They also discussed how to introduce animals to each other,

Visit the Arl;'s website at www.arl-iowa.org. Have a great week.

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Carol and Dan talk about the cold weather and outdoor pets, and also talk about caring for 'community' cats.

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On today's show, Carol and Dan covered many topics this morning. How to introduce and dog and cat. Dan talked about not liking the retractable leach and believes in the old fashion nylon leash.

The 30 annual Raise your paw auction is coming up in April. Tickets available at www.arl-iowa.org.

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On today's show: The crew is back after last week's snow storm. Does your dog love or hate the snow? Does your cat not like your boyfriend or husband? Carol gives tips on what to do.

The Raise Your Paw Auction is April 23! February 24th is the basket making party at the ARL. For more info on this and other events, visit ARL-Iowa.org.

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Happy New Year! Our first show of 2022 includes Carol and Dan talking about their holiday season. We paid our respects to Betty White, an animal welfare supporter, who passed away this past weekend.

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On today's show: have you ever wondered what it would be like to be an Animal Control Officer? Carol and Dan talked to Tina, who is an Animal Control Officer. She explains her role and what she has seen over the past 30 years.

From all of us at ARL Animal Connection, have a great Holiday Season! We're back live on January 8th!

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Carol, Megan and Mary are on today's show. Mary is one of 10 people in the running in the "Feline Foster Heroes" contest. This contest comes with a $5,000 award for the winner, which would go directly towards helping the pets at the ARL. Megan explains TNR (Trap, Neuter, Return) and the importance of this program. Give today's show a listen.

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The holidays are coming up! What presents are you buying for your pet? Carol and Dan discuss ideas on what to buy. Are you a one-cat household? Carol discusses adopting another cat so your current cat would have a companion when you're away from home.

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On todays show, it was all about dogs. Do you have a new puppy? Is your dog showing negative behaviors? The ARL has online resources to help. Go to www.arl-iowa.org and click the pet help tab. Give today's show a listen!

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On today's show, it's all about the events going on at the Animal Rescue League. KC, the ARL Events Manager, talked all of the events that are going on during the holiday season. Give this a listen.

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On today's show, Carol and Dan discuss cats and how to bring them into a home with pets already in the house. Do you know the 10 dog breeds who are great with cats? Are you looking to adopt a pet? What about fostering a dog or cat? You can find information at www.arl-iowa.org.

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On today's show, Carol and Dan discuss the ARL's involvement in a 500+ dog rescue in Southern Iowa. Tom Colvin, director of the ARL, joined us and discussed all of the help the ARL received from other shelters around the region. Bernie from the ARL's Humane Action Network joined to discuss how to reach out to your state representatives. Give this episode a listen.

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On today's show Carol and Dan talk about bats, spiders, and snakes and the positive aspects of these creatures. A caller reminds us why we shouldn't put our addresses on our dog's tags. Also, trivia! Do you know what a spider's blood color is? Give this episode a listen.

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On today's show, Carol and Dan started the show talking about black cats, and debunking the myth of Black cats. They also talked about rats, hamsters and bats OH MY!

Events and classes are on the website at www.arl-iowa.org. Give this a listen

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Did you hear about the Elk that had a tire around it's neck for over 2 years? Carol and Dan discuss this story. Have you thought about your dog and clicker training? Dan discusses the benefits of this training. All this and more on today's show. Give this a listen.

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On today's show, Carol and Dan talk about bears and a contest they did not know they were in. We also answer some of your questions from the website. Interested in classes and other upcoming events? Check out the ARL website at www.arl-iowa.org. Give today's show a listen.

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On today's show: Bears, Bonded Buddies, and Basic Pet Care. Carol and Dan discuss bears, bonded buddies at animal shelters -- what they are and why they're important, and how to trim your pet's nails without hurting them. Give this episode a listen.

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On today's show, Carol and Dan talk cats and play a little trivia! Tom Colvin, CEO of the Animal Rescue League, joined in to talk about his experience in animal welfare and he discusses all of the volunteer opportunities with the ARL. Give this show a listen.

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On today's show: Dan's back and had a great time in Yellowstone Park! He talks about what he saw on his trip. Iowa Dog Jog is Sunday at 9 a.m. at ARL Main. Follow all of the upcoming ARL events at www.arl-iowa.org/events. Give this show a listen.

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Casey and Mary talk about events and volunteering at the ARL. The ARL is holding a Liberty Clinic at ARL Main. All this and more on today's show.

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On today's show: Dan is on his way to Yellowstone park. Carol and Dan chat about what he is going to do on his trip. Head over to arl-iowa.org for anything you may want to know about events or volunteer opportunities. Give today's show a listen.

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On today's show, Dan leaves for Yellowstone Park next week! He will have plenty of details from his trip to share when he returns. The Iowa Dog Jog is coming up fast! It's on Sunday, September 19th at ARL Main this year. Also, Carol and Dan talk about the top 10 random acts of kindness that you can do for pets.

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On today's show, a reminder: please do not bring your pets to the Iowa State Fair. Also, Carol and Dan talk about the top 10 dog and cat names for 2021. Give this show a listen!

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It's all about the cats on today's show. Carol and Dan discuss TNR (Trap, Neuter and Release) and what you can do to help the shelter in your area. Did you know about the ARL's Shelter Cat Getaway Program? You can foster cats to give them a vacation from the shelter. Get more info at arl-iowa.org. Give this show a listen!

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It's hot this weekend! Carol and Dan talk about your pets safety during this hot spell we are in. Joe Stafford, Director of Animal Services, called in to discuss if you can get in trouble if you see a pet in distress and break out the window. What are the top 10 calmest dog breeds? Classes, events, and volunteer opportunities are available on the ARL website. Give today's show a listen.

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On todays show, Carol and Dan discussed the top 10 chickens breeds. Yes the show went to the chickens! They also gave tips on how to raise chickens.

A good reminder that classes are available at the ARL if you need help with your pets. You can register for classes at www.arl-iowa.org.

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On today's show, How did your dog do over the 4th of July weekend? Carol and Dan discuss how their animals did. How do you train your dog to go into a crate without causing fear in your dog? Dan has tips for you that will help your dog get use to the crate.

We had a puppy found in a dumpster this week. Carol discusses how the ARL helped this animal.

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On today's show: Pet safety is a must this weekend with the 4th of July and fireworks, plus temps in the 90's, makes pet's safety a high priority.

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On today's show, Carol and Dan recap the Raise Your Paw Auction.. How do you keep all pets cool this summer? Dan has some suggestions for you to do for them. Carol has suggestions for animal enrichment.

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This morning Carol and Dan are talking about safe practices for your pets with the heat that we are seeing in Iowa; what to do when you take your dog out with you and the best time to take walks. We also talk about pets grieving. The Raise Your Paw auction is coming up next weekend and Carol has the information for tickets! And we take your calls LIVE!

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On today's episode: The ARL has new Cat Daddy and Dog Father T-shirts available for Father's Day. The Raise Your Paw Auction is in two weeks! The event is almost sold out so get your tickets today. Temps are rising, and we need to remember that leaving a pet in a hot car is dangerous and can be deadly. If you see a pet in a closed car without the engine running please call your local police for assistance.

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On today's show, lots of events going on at the ARL. The 2021 ARL Raise Your Paw auction is June 19th at the Iowa Events Center. The online auction starts June 12th.

Circus Elephants went to a sanctuary in Florida this week. Carol has the details.

Do you want to volunteer at ARL? Go to www.arl-iowa.org to see the opportunities.

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On today's show It's all about cats (again). This morning we talked about TNR (Trap Neuter Return). These are community cats If you TNR a cat, Please put it back where you have it. These cats are also called working cats who control the rodent population. The arl will "tip" the ear of a cat that was neutered or spayed as an identifier that the cat has been neutered.

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On today's show: Do you have a cat that is not using the litterbox? Carol and Dan have details on how to solve this common problem.

The Raise your paw auction is June 19th at the lowa Events Center. The online auction will run from June 12th to 19th.

Do you need help with your pet? Please do not hesitate to call or Email the ARL. WWW.ARL-IOWA.COM. Give this a listen.

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On today's show, do you know what the top 10 animal Moms are? Carol and Dan discuss this Mother's day weekend.

Did you hear about the alligator call the ARL responded to? It was a stuffed animal;. Joe Stafford from ARL fills us in on the details.

All this and more on today's show.

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On today's show, Carol discussed the dangers of driving into the station and the wildlife she encountered. Did you hear about the bison who were walking on the road in Yellowstone National Park? They caused a traffic jamb.

What do you do when you find a baby animal? Check out the ARL website at www.arl-iowa.com..

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On today's show, are you going back to work and you have an animal? Carol and Dan discuss what you need to start doing to help your animal adjust to you going back to work.

Carol and Dan discuss differrent animals that have bonded together.

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On today's show, another week of talking about Racoons! Carol and Dan talk about Racoons under the barn?! Have you ever thought your flower bed could harm your pet? Carol discusses this. How about the hazzards in your bathroom? And we talked to a caller who has a duck on his front porch and she is expecting ducklinhs.

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On today's show: Carol discusses her camera that watches wildlife. She watched a mother racoon move her babies into a hole in the ground on her farm. Do you have a stray cat and need to trap it? Dan discusses the ways it can be done with help from the ARL.

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On today's show, did you hear about the dog in North Carolina who ran into the Dollar Store and grabed a unicorn? We talk about how cute it was. The Raise Your Paw auction is coming up in June. There are less tickets this year due to COVID.

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On today's show: Those of us who are animal lovers have had that monent of panic when we have a lost pet. Carol and Dan discuss what to do. When you go to ARL to adopt an animal, have you throught about considering Bonded Buddies?

We took a call from a gentleman who has a ferrell cat problem just west of Des Moines. Carol discusses the ARL TNR Program. The Trap Neurter and Release is the best way to control the number of cat's in one area.

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On today's show: We started out talking about Racoons and the hazzards they present if you try to pet it. Dan and Carol discuss what the hazards are. Returning to work and your dog or cat. How do you help them get use you going to work.

Raise Your Paw Auction is June 19th. Less ticket will be available and it will be virtural as well.

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On Today's show, Carol and Dan talked about Humans and wildlife and how we interact with them. Do you have the right cat and dog toys? Also, do you use a cat carrier or a crate for your dog or cat? A caller says her daughter's new puppy has seperation anxiety.

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On today's show, ARL is having a microchip event todays at the Animal Control Center from 1-3 pm at 1615 SE 14th Street in Des Moines. Go to ARL-iowa.com to make an appointment.

Bernie checked in this morning to update us on what is going on at the Statehouse. HF 623 made it through the funnel dead;ome on Friday.

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On today's show: is you r dog worth a million dollars? For most of us, they are. Did your pet get a new collar? Carol and Dan discuss what to watch out for and how to fit the collar to your dog.

How does your dog do when their toe nails are cut. Carol and Dan discuss this because us dog owners fight this when it time to cut them.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection: We discussed what to do when you find a lost pet. Please report the lost pet. This is someone's pet.

Joe Stafford from the ARL called in to talk pet safety furing this really cold weather were having. When it's this cold, bring dogs,cats inside to protect them from the cold. If you see an animal in distress, call the Des Moines Police department non-emergency number at 283-4811. Outside of Des Moines call your local law enforcement number or call 911.

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On todays show, it's CATURDAY! The show today is all about cats. Give this a listen!

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On today;'s show, it's all about the cats, cats and cats!. Fostering opportunits are available. Carol and Dan gives you details.

The choclate covered apples have sold out during the pre-sale! Thaks to those who bought the apples

The ARL skate night @ skateland is Febuary 5th. Details at ARL-IOWA.ORG.

The Raise your Paw auction is scheduled for June 15th for details on the auction and how you can donate check on the ARL website.

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On today's show Carol and Dan discussed all things animals. Bernie from the Humane Action Network talked about the 2021 State house and animal rights news. Dont forget to order your Vanentine Apples from the ARl's website www.arl-iowa.org.

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On today;s show, the apples are back! Go the the website www.arl-iowa.org for more information.

What do you feed chickens durning the winter? Carol and Dan share information . What happens when your inside cat gets outside? What do you do? We provide answers.

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Here is today's ARL animal connection. Give this a listen.

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On today's show: Holiday decorations and your pet is either playing with them or are they stressed by them? Carol and Mick discuss this topic.

Two cats in the house and brought a new cat in and they don't get along. Carol and Mick gives great suggestions to the caller to help out

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On Today's ARL Animal connectiom, We talked about cats, dogs and birds. Carol and Mick gives you great information on animal behavior. Give this a listen and have a great Thanskgiving!

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On today's show: Did you see the alagator on the golf course after the tropical storm in Florida? He is a big boy. Carol and Mick discuss. Does your dog have seperation issues. Carol and Mick say that if you get another dog, get a dog that is laid back. This will help your dog.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection, With Standard time back has your animal sh9own signs that their routine has changed? Carol and Mick discuss signs to look for.

Does your pet hate having their nails cut? Do you dread cutting them? We give you helpful info on what to do.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection, Carol and Mick were all over the animal kingdom this morning. Birds, dogs, horses and cats were the subjects covered today on ARL Animal Connection. Give this a listen!

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On today ARL Animal Connection: Are you dressing up your pet for Halloween? Carol and Mick have some ideas on this. Therapets is still going on at the ARL. You can also volunteer, check it out at ARL-IOWA.ORG.

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Here is today's ARL Animal connection for Satuirday October 17, 2020. Enjoy!

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On today's show, Were talking spiders and snakes That was Carol's idea. Are you dressing up your pets for Halloween?

Barn cats are up for adoption at the ARL. Go to ARL-iowa.org

Art for animals wraps up today at noon. Curbside pickup begins at 1 pm Saturday october 10.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection: Carol and Mick talked about barrn cats and what the ARL is doing tp cut down on the cat population. The ARL Art Auction begins tomorrow and runs through next Saturday. For deatils, please visit ARL-IOWA.ORG.

Are you having trouble with you dog going tot he bathroom in the wrong place? Mick discusses how to fix this.

All this and more on today;s ARL Animal Connection.

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On today;'s ARL Animal connection, It's cat day! Mary from the ARL discusses everything cats. Mary talked about shelter cats, barn cats and fostering cats/

The ARL Art Auction is coming up. For more details, please visit the website arl-iowa.com

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On today's ARL Animal Connection, Carol and Mick talk about all kinds of subjects. Give today's show a listen .

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On today's ARL Animal connection, Does your dog dig up your backyard? Mick has some ideas for you to try. Carol talks about all of the cat programs at the ARL. ARL is having another auction on October 4th called Art for Animals. Details on arl-iowa.org.

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On Today's ARL Animal Connection, Mick and Carol discussed what the ARL goes through when training people to work with animals.,

You have dogs and cats in the home, and your adding a baby. Did you know the ARL has classses for this? Go to the ARL website www.arl-iowa.com for more information.

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On today's ARL Animal connection, Carol and Mick discussed all of the education programs at the ARL. One topic they covered this morning was if you are looking for a trainer or a vet, You need to go watch how they work. If you gut tells you that something is not right, follow your gut and look elsewhere.

The ARL is looing for people to foster animals. Visit www.arl-iowa.com for more info.

Mick disucssed leads and leashes. They have them at the ARL store inside of the ARLA Main building

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On today;s ARL-Animal connection, Carol and Mick discussed how to make training fun for you and your pet. Mick is doing a live training session at the ARL today. Sign up at www.arl-iowa.org. On-line classes are available at the arl. Check out the website for details. Enjoy the show.

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On today's ARL Anmial Connection, Carol declared today 8/8/2020 as watch out for racoons day. Is there a behavior your dog is doing that you wish it would stop? Mick discusses this with Carol and give practial information you can us today. Do you have a dog that does not like kids? Mick gives tips on how to handle kids and dogs

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Another busy week at the ARL. Watch out for animals out and about. If you see somehting that does not look right, say something. The cat cafe is open in Valley Junction 312 5th street. $10.00 cover fee to hang out with the cats. Hours are Tuesday/Friday 7Am-8pm Saturday 9am-8pm Sunday 10am- 5pm and closeed on Mondays.

Carol and Mick talked about seveal animals who have had tragic situations they have been through and how they are doing now.

There is an event on August 8th beginning at 10:30 am at ARL Main Carrie Spain with ARl explains the event.

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On Today's show: It's summer and Carol and Mick talk about today's heat advisory and put out fresh water for your pets and the community animals. Do you have a bird and it is plucking its own feathers? We discuss this topic. Is there a breed of dog that is better at being left alone for 10 hours? Mick takes on this question. All this and more on today's ARL Animal Connection.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection, Carol and Mick discussed today's heat and what you should do with your pets and the community animals. Leave out fresh water for your pets and those that are outside.

The Raise your Paw Auction was a great success last Saturday. over 1,000 bidders took part in the auction.

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On ARL Animal Connection, Today is the day for the ARL Auction! It starts today at 5pm. 421 items are up for auction. Items can be picked up curbside starting after 5:30 to 8pm today. You can pick up all day on Sunday and Monday. Help support the work of the ARL. Remember this auction is ON LINE.

Dogs and fireworks.l Not a good combination. Mick disucsses how to deal with this.

You have a rescue dog and when do you know you can trust the dog with strangers?: Carol and Mick discuss how to deal with this.

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On today's show: It's hot and humid this weekend Carol and Mick talked about fresh water and watch your pets and bring them inside. Fireworks upsetting your dog? Mick gives you tips to help your pet/ Raise your pet auction is next Saturday on line. Go to arl-iowa.com for more info.

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Carol and Mick from the Animal Rescue League talk about the success of last night's Equine and Wine event and tips and solutions to help your pets cope with the stress of fireworks in your neighborhood this Fourth of July holiday.

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On today's ARL Animal connection: Bernnie Told us that HR 737 has now passed both the House and the Senate and is sitting on Governor Renyolds desk for her signature. Thank you for your support. The ARL has many events going on this week. Find out more at their website www.arl-iowa.com

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On today's show,: It was a rough week at the ARL. One of the two kittens who were burned died this weel. Dogs who were not fed were rescued this week.

Bernie from the ARL who is handling the HR 737 bIll was on the show this morning talking about the State Senate passing tthe bill 97-0. The bill had to go back to the house because of an ammendment that needs to be addressed. They are holding a rare Saturday session at the state capital today. Call you State Representive.

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On today's show, Carol and Mick kicked off today's shoiw by talking about bats! The raise you paw auction wiol not be online this year. The date is still July 11th More information will be coming out next week.

Mick shared a story about a moutain lion under a car . It was removed safely and re-located. Give this a listen.

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On todays show,: It was not a good week for animals in central Iowa . Carol and Mick talk about what happened and how you can help. House file 737 has passed the State Senate and now goes back to the house. Please tell you house reprensetive you want them to pass the bill.

The Raise Your Paw Auction is scheduled for Saturday July 11th at the Iowa Events Center. If they cannot meet at the events center the plan is to hold it virtualy. Give this show a listen.

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Cats were today's topic on ARL Animal connection. What do you do when the cat will not use the litter box? Carol disscusses this and information is available via the ARL website www.arl-iowa.com. What do you do to help your cat change from dry to wet food. Mick and carol have suggestions.

Virtual classes are available go to the facebook page and search for the ARL.

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On Today's show, Mick had a birthday this week. New virtural classes started this week. With us going back to work, are our pets going to suffer from seperation anxiety? Bernie's back this week to discuss HR 737 and with the statehouse coming back to work June 3, The ARL needs you to call your representive and get this bill passed.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection, Ferrell cats were the topic. Carol and Mick discussed how to trap, get them fixed and returned to the outside. What are the best Mom's in the animal world? What kind of dog do you get for your lifestyle and your family? All this and more on today's show. Give this a listen.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection, Caol and Mick discussed Bonded Buddies at legnth this morning. How do you walk bonded buddies when all they want to do is fight and play. Mick gave some good ideas on how to handle the amimals. What do your animals do while you were working outside of the home? Carol discusses what she has found out. ARL has community cats and wants you to adopt two cats together, and give you details on how to do this.

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On Today's ARL Animal Connection, behavior classes are virtural happening daily and Saturdays. Is your pet going to go through seperation anxiety once you go back to work? This and so much more on today's ARL Animal Connection!

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On today's show: ARL is adopting pets by appointment only. Visit ARL-IOWA.COM for more information . What is the right dog to get for a 5 yr old? Mick discusses the options. What animal has NO brain? One of our listners answer the questions.

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On today's show: The ARL is doing all of their classes on line for right now. Also they are doing adoptions by appointment only. How about this, sit on your porch with your animal and watch the world go by. Taking your pet for a drive would also help your pet who is not use to you being at home all the time. All this and more on today's show. Give it a listen.

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On todays show, Carol talks turkey and says yes, turkeys do fly! Is your pet tired of you being home? Mick has tips to help your pet get through this with you. The raise your paw auction is now July 11th. If you have tickets, thy will be honored on July 11th.

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On todays ARL Animal Connection . Your home and your pets. Carol and Mick have tips for you and your pet. Adoption and surrendering your pet are now done by appointment only.

The Raise your pet auction has been moved to July 11th at 5pm at the Iowa events Center.

Most of the ARL'S services have moved on line during this time. All this and more on today's ARL Amimal Connection.

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Caol and Mick discussed happy topics today on the show. ARL is having a adoption event today and safety precautions are in place. Give the show a listen.

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On today's ARL Amimal Connection, Are you looking to add a pet to your home and you already have one? Carol and Mick discuss if gender really matters when bringing another animal into your home.

House File 737 passeed the Iowa House this week. Tom Colvin of the ARL discussed with the crew about what is next for the bill.

The Raise your Paw Auction is coming up on April 18th.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection, We found out that now there are two kinds of Red Panda's. Carol is so excited about this. A caller says her dog will chase and bring a tennis ball back, but started growling. Mick gives his thoughts on this.

We had an update on HR 737 at the Iowa State House. The Raise Your Paw Auction is April 18th at the Community Choice Credit Union at the Iowa Events Center on April 18th.

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On today's show: we had an update on the cat that was found burned by Des Moines Police. Mick discussed walking dogs and how to get your dog trained to walk next to you when another dog is around or crossing the street. Raise your paw auction is April 18th.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection Carol and Mick talked about secure your animals in your car or truck. Having trouble with your puppy and going outside in the snow because they cannot find the grass. Mick has tips for you to fix the problem. The annual ARL basket auction on February 27th at 5:30 pm.

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Lots of topics on today's ARL Animal Connection. It's turning cold again and Carol and Mick reminded us to bring animals in, and if you see an animal in distress say something.

How do you bring another animal into the home when you have one already? Mick tells us how to do it with success.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection, Carol and Mick talked about cats and their body language and when to quit petting the cat before you get bit. Pets grieve just like humans when pets die or their human passes.

They also talked about "Dawn" the cat that was found by Des Moines Police on the NE side. The cat was burned and the ARL is caring for the cat.

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On today's ARL Animal Connection, Animals and winter weather and your pet needs to do their business and get back inside. Carol talked about taking plastic containers and turn them into a shelter for community cats. Mick discussed how his new cat and introduced it to the existing animals in his home.

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Carol and Mick discussed a wide range of animal subjects from Mick's new position at the ARL. The head of the ARL Humane Connection's Bernnie discussed bills at the Statehouse to help with all of the animal abuse . All that and more on this weeks ARL Animal connection.

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Mick and Carol welcome the New Year with helpful advice to pet owners and the latest ALR rescues.

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Carol and Mick from the Animal Rescue League talk about the latest rescues and other important info for pet owners!

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Carol and Mick discuss all things animals on this weeks show. They talked about stronger laws for animals and the people who hurt them. How does your pets do during the holidays? Carol and Mick give tips.

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Carol and Mick discussed the Manchester Roadside Zoo where they rescued "Hundreds" of animals on Monday and Thursday of this week. More on this story on the ARL'S website www.arl-iowa.org.

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Carol and Mick discuss how to stop your cat fights with each other. Did you know Rats are very clean animals and their social? All this and more on this weeks episode of ARL Animal Connection

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Carol and Mick discuss pets and your Thanksgiving meals and extra people in your home. With Christmas coming up how does your dog or cat like the Christmas Tree? All this and more on this weeks ARL Animal Connection

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Mick and Carol talk about dogs and cats getting along and living together. Does your dog have a special toy? How to handle dog's bad habits. All this and more on this episode of ARL-Animal Connection.

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Carol and Mick talk on this episode about how the raging bushfires in eastern Australia have affected koala wildlife, setting up pets in their own room when guests are constantly coming and going over the holidays and details on getting microchips in pets. They also talk about horses, take phone calls on pets getting into toilet paper and callers telling stories.

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ARL Animal connection for 11/9/19.

Carol and Mick discussed how the clock change affects your dog. Dogs and Kongs and how to have fun. Reminded us that it is national senior dog month. Give this a listen.

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Carol and Mick talks everything cats on today's show. Topics covered senior pets. Rent-a-cat, and cats vs. the kitchen Sink! Check this out!

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Cartol and Mick talks Animals and Rats!

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Carol and Mick talk everything Animal. ARL is helping the City of Des Moines with the wild cat population.

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Mick and Dan Discussed all things Snakes !

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Mick and Carol discuss all things Animal during their weekly visit.

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9-28-19 Carol and Mick discuss all things animal!

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Training dogs who want to chase other animals, matching pets with owners, do dogs get attached to owners faster than cats

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Carol and Mick are back and discussing all things pet related!

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Answering all your pet and animal behavior questions!

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Answering all your pet and animal behavior questions!

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Answering all your pet and animal behavior questions!

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Answering all your pet and animal behavior questions!

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Answering all your pet and animal behavior questions!

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Answering all your pet and animal behavior questions!

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Answering all your pet and animal behavior questions!

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Answering all your pet and animal questions!

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Answering all your pet and animal questions!

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Mick and Carol update you on the latest pet rescues.

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Des Moines’ News, Traffic, and Severe Weather Station

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Carol and Mick from Animal Rescue League talk about the enormous need for Forever Homes for all the cats rescued this week.

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Answering all animal and pet questions!

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Des Moines’ News, Traffic, and Severe Weather Station

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Answering all your animal and pet questions!

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Answering all your animal and pet questions!

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Answering all your pet questions!

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Answering all your pet questions!

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Answering all your pet questions!

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Answering your animal questions!

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Dan the Chicken Man returns!

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Answering all your pet questions and fun stories.

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ARL Animal Connection

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This week's show is all about "thearapets."

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Answering all your pet questions and more

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It's Groundhog Day! Talking briefly about that. Answering all your pet questions

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Back after the week off, this week is all about the proper care for kittens. Especially in these winter months.

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The least obedient dog breeds. Bernie from ARL calls in to talk about the latest in legislation for your pets.

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The first show of 2019!

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The last show of 2018! This week it's all about biting. How to stop your pets to stop and the best way to react.

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Live from Cafe Diem! The ARL crew talks about different methods to deal with a cat's bad habits.

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Mick and Carol talk the proper technique for clicker training. Plus answering your questions!

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This week it's about different ways to shake bad habits of your pets. Plus answering your questions.

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This week is about not forcing pets together that don't want to be together. Plus answering your questions.

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This week is all about helping your pet deal with stress. The different activities you could do to keep your pet happy.

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Dan "The Chicken Man" joins the show to talk about giving your animals choices. Plus answering all your pet questions.

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ARL Animal Connection 12/08/18

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It's a post-Halloween edition of ARL Animal Connection with conversations about helpful tips and tricks for your pets

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It's all about animals and halloween in this weeks ARL Animal Connection

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Join the conversation talking pet tricks and techniques, honoring fallen pets, and a trivia question that will really get your mind racing

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While on vacation Outdoors Dan gives us a ring while up north in Minnesota

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Animal Rescue League Show on Saturday September 1st, 2018 with special guest Dan, Dan the Chicken Man

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Talked about animals, animal care, and tips

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ARL Animal Connection June 30, 2018

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ARL Animal Connection Saturday, June 9th

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HugYourKittenDay

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Discussion on if giving birds bits of string for nest building is ok and an inquiry on how long birds will sit on their nests, summer care for your pets and how to help your animal cope with a fear of certain items

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We talk about the recently rescued horses, take calls about the royal pets, and discuss all your emails and questions

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Mick shares how to fade out the reward system for pets. We welcome William, who focuses on how to handle small animals. Hear how to handle baby rabbits, birds, and snapping turtles.

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ARL Animal Connection 5/5/2018

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How to train dogs for good behavior as well as getting positive responses out of your dogs and how to reinforce that behavior. Also questions on fostering and trivia.

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Tonight is the 26th Annual ARL Raise Your Paw Benefit. Find out how you can attend and have the chance to see Mick in a suit. A caller asks for advice on choosing dog trainers. Plus, Mick talks about how you can adopt a rooster.

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How to deal with your pets if there is in-house fighting. Also a caller has questions regarding bees, questions if your dog doesn't get along with neighbors, and talk of cockatiels.

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Carol and Mick discuss why going to an animal shelter is a better idea than getting a puppy or kitten from a friend. Also Mick reveals his favorite animal is a pelican, dealing with a cat that is acting up and how to handle multiple dogs that aren't getting along.

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The ARL's Small and Exotic Animal Coordinator Will is the guest to discuss pets off the beaten path. There are also behavior questions, how to deal with a dog playfully biting, and questions on rabbits including their diet and types of pellets and hay.

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How to toilet your dog when it is raining outside, pros and cons of rabbits as pets, how to prevent animals from eating pine cones and teaching animals to be calm

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Pet reactions to loud noises such as fireworks, when to reinforce behaviors, do inside animals need rabies shots and dogs similarities to goats

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ARL Animal Connection 1/06/2017 - Mick & Carol Talk About Pets and The Cold - Trivia Question - Caller Questions

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Potty training in the cold

Caller update on chicken coop situation

ARL Trivia Question

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ARL 12/16/2017 - Stats On Getting Gifts For Pets - Training Alpha Multiple Alpha Cats - ARL Trivia Question - Dog Adoption & Training Big Dogs - Shock Collars

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ARL 12/9/2017 - Animal Hero's - Coopers hawk Problems - Talkative Cat Problems - Early Training Of Puppies - Animal Rescue League Trivia

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Carol and Mick take listeners questions and more!

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Carol and Mick take listener questions, and more.

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Mick and Carol talk about Cat Behavior, and answer listeners questions and more.

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Mick and Carol answer questions and more.

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Mick is back!

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Carol and her guest hosts celebrate Halloween weekend with a discussion of cats and rats.

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Carol welcomes guest host Dan the Chicken Man for a fun discussion on cats, chickens, and how to volunteer at the ARL.

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This week we wish Mic good luck on his upcoming trip while callers ask how to keep cats off the bed and keep dogs around forever.

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This week Carol and Mick ask you how you want your pets to behave and discuss how many lives a cat has.

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Mick and Carol from the Animal Rescue League get excited for October as they discuss wandering pets, microchipping and...spiders?

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Find out what Carol named her new chicken, listen to Mick talk about his upcoming trip to Beirut to train United Nations bomb detection dogs and their handlers, get tips about traveling with pets, trivia about The Jetsons dog, and hear Mick's response to a caller's question about why her dog will go down the stairs and not up the stairs.