Radio Beastro - Kristen Levine

Radio Beastro – Spring Into Proper Pet Nutrition

billschiffler — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:09:56 +0000

Michael Massie of Young Again Pet Food joins the Beastro to educate us on “no-spin pet nutrition”, and we speak to Gamma2 about air-tight pet food containers to keep kibble fresh! The finishing touch for good pet nutrition is Omega-3. Learn about Ascenta’s pet Omegas for optimal health.

Radio Beastro – Pets, Prescription for Senior Health

billschiffler — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:01:02 +0000

Pets offer abundant physical, mental and emotional health benefits to senior citizens. According to The Pets For The Elderly Foundation, the presence of a pet is the strongest social predictor of health in seniors recovering from surgery. Amy Robinson, certified Therapy Dogs International evaluator, explains that senior patients become more animated and talkative when interacting with a therapy dog. Rachel Herman tells us how PAWS NY is helping seniors keep companion pets at home through their service offering pet care assistance.

Radio Beastro – Pet Adoption Heroes

billschiffler — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 05:01:42 +0000

Over 125,000 pets in need find homes every month thanks to Petfinder.com, the online, searchable database for adoptable pets. Petfinder.com founder, Betsy Saul visits the Beastro to talk about how Petfinder.com got its start and how it’s working to end euthanasia as a means to control pet populations. Rogers’ Rescues tells us why adopting pets from foster homes has its benefits and there’s still time to enter the Unconditional Love Muffins Facebook contest.

Radio Beastro – Things We Do For Pet Love

billschiffler — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 17:40:53 +0000

Have you done some crazy things for the love of your pet? In celebration of Valentine’s Day, we’ll hear from pet parents across the U.S. who’ve done funny things or made amazing sacrifices for their pet. Michael Massie of Young Again Pet Food joins the Beastro to educate us on “no-spin pet nutrition”, and our Unconditional Love Muffins Facebook contest promises paw-some prizes for some lucky pets, including Ascenta Omega-3 supplements for dogs, cats or horses.

Radio Beastro – Does Your Pet Need a Tic Tac?

billschiffler — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:02:19 +0000

Does your pet have bad breath? Then they may have periodontal disease, the most frequently diagnosed infectious disease in dogs and cats. Heidi Lobprise, DVM DAVDC of Virbac Animal Health joins the Beastro to teach pet parents how to manage a pet’s dental health at home and at the veterinarian. Also, Ascenta is our new sponsor and product specialist, Wendy Porteous tells us how Omega-3 fatty acids can improve our pets’ health and longevity. Finally, pet parents are encouraged to enter the Valentine’s Day Facebook contest for great prizes.

Radio Beastro – Feline Stress Addressed

billschiffler — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:01:51 +0000

Cats outpace dogs as the favorite American pet, but despite our love for them, felines, they have about 50-percent fewer veterinary visits than dogs. Elizabeth Colleran, DVM, past president AAFP joins us to talk about the Cat Friendly Practice initiative. Sherry Wilson, DVM of Ceva tells us about pheromone products to de-stress our pets and Donna Bainter, certified behavior trainer at the SPCA Tampa Bay helps Kristen with tips on adopting her next cat.

Radio Beastro – Pets & Paramours

billschiffler — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:07:53 +0000

Today, we’re talking pets and marriage. Alison Bowman, marriage expert and author of Project Happily Ever After joins us to talk about how pets can strengthen or weaken a marriage. Kelly Merritt shares a real love story of man, woman and dog and we talk to the creator of the “Croc” inspired pet bed—one lucky winner takes one home.

Radio Beastro – In the Raw

billschiffler — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:01:56 +0000

Supporters of raw feeding for pets believe that the natural diet of raw meat, bones, and organs is superior nutritionally to highly processed commercial pet food. Decide for yourself as homeopathic veterinarian, Dr. Christina Chambreau visits the Beastro to educate us about feeding raw. Geoff Bowers, founder and director of K9Natural (and Feline Natural) stops by to share his story and his passion to bring pets the best diet we can humanly provide. Finally, the scoop on a must-enter pet prize sweepstakes from Tagg.

Radio Beastro – Pet Health Insurance 101

billschiffler — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:01:15 +0000

Pet health insurance is commonplace in the United Kingdom, but only 3-5% of U.S. pet parents hold a policy for their best friends. Healthy Paws Pet Insurance founder, Steve Siadek explains how pet insurance works and how to carefully choose one that’s right for you. Another “how to” comes to us from Merrick Pet Care, how to read a pet food label, and how to save on your pet budget tips from Pampered Pets on a Budget.

Radio Beastro – Keeping Pets Active

billschiffler — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:48:46 +0000

There’s a lot to be learned about how you can help your cats live a healthier more adventurous life—in the safety of their own home! Pam Johnson Bennett, certified cat behavior consultant helps us to “think like a cat” so we can better understand their behavior. What about our dogs? Ruff Wear teaches us about the great dog sport of Joring!

Radio Beastro – Baby It’s Cold Outside!

billschiffler — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 15:04:42 +0000

Cold weather can be fun and exhilarating, especially when you add snow and the holidays, but winter can pose some very serious hazards for our pets. Vetstreet.com’s Dr. Marty Becker offers advice on how to prepare your pets to weather winter in a healthy way. Two other companies dedicated to helping pets stay safe and warm in winter join the show, Safe Paw, a non-toxic ice melter and Ruff Wear, performance gear for dogs on the go.

Radio Beastro – Chow Hounds

billschiffler — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:45:08 +0000

Pet obesity is an epidemic in our country. Fifty three percent of dogs and cats in America are overweight or obese, therefore subject to serious health complications or premature death as a result. Dr. Ernie Ward, author of Chow Hounds and top dog in the battle against pet obesity joins Kristen Levine to talk about prevention and healthy pet lifestyles. Listen to win one of the pet must haves for 2012! This week’s show kicks off a contest featuring over $500 in pet prizes.

Radio Beastro – Road Rules for Safe Pet Travel

billschiffler — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:48:55 +0000

According to PetRelocation.com, sixty percent of pet parents travel over 50 miles with their pet last year and seventy–one percent indicated that their pets safety is their primary concern when planning travel. Megan Blake and Tout Suite the travel kitty join Kristen to talk about safety precautions before you hit the road. Camp Bow Wow offers peace of mind solutions for those who cannot take their pet along for the ride.

Radio Beastro – Pampered Pets on a Budget

billschiffler — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 20:45:37 +0000

Caring for a pet doesn’t have to break the bank. Kristen Levine invites her co-author, Jeff Barnes, to share the secrets to saving smartly in their new book, Pampered Pets on a Budget, Caring for Your Pet Without Losing Your Tail. Also, Stacy Mantle of PetsWeekly.com offers online saving secrets for pet parents, and find out what’s in the prize kennel at the tail end of the show.

Radio Beastro – Pound Out Pet Obesity

billschiffler — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:28:59 +0000

Pet obesity is an epidemic in our country. Fifty three percent of dogs and cats in America are overweight or obese, therefore subject to serious health complications or premature death as a result. Dr. Ernie Ward, author of Chow Hounds and top dog in the battle against pet obesity joins Kristen Levine to talk about prevention and healthy pet lifestyles. Pet fitness camps and a chat with Petcurean Pet Nutrition round out this comprehensive pet fit show.

Radio Beastro – Polish Your Pets’ Manners

billschiffler — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 16:18:10 +0000

With the holiday season just around the corner, some of our pets have bad manners that will annoy our guests and embarrass us! There’s time to polish those bad habits if you’re willing to commit to a bit of retraining. Greg Kleva, professional Dog Behavioral Therapist and Master Trainer with Bark Busters Home Dog Training joins us today to offer solutions to our listeners. Also, Sue Potter from Bissell teaches us how to tackle the toughest pet stains of all.

Radio Beastro – Howl-O-Ween – A Tricky Holiday For Pets

billschiffler — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 17:05:49 +0000

Halloween is second only to the Fourth of July as the second busiest day for lost and found departments at animal shelters. Today’s show is about protecting your pet from becoming a lost pet statistic. Kristen Levine talks about pet I.D. must haves and Dave Vigil from Snaptracs visits to talk about the latest innovation to monitor your pet’s location, Tagg-The Pet Tracker. Chilly gives away SmartBones and Kitty Boinks to listeners’ pets.

Radio Beastro – Good Dog/Bad Dog, Breed vs. Environment

billschiffler — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:01:54 +0000

Understanding the human component of the equation is the real key to creating safe communities where dogs and people cohabitate. Pit Bulls, Chow Chows and Rottweilers are just a few of the breeds people think of as dangerous. But does breed really dictate bad behavior or is the dog’s environment a better indicator of their potential behavior? Kristen Levine is joined by Laura Petrolino, of Stubbydog.com to help listeners understand the human component in any dog bite or attack. Laura shares the Dangerous Dog Checklist that any parent or pet parent should read to protect their loved ones.

Radio Beastro – Bring Out The ‘Inner Kitty’ in Your Cat

billschiffler — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 16:18:11 +0000

This week’s show is a tribute to cats! There are 86.4 million pet cats in the US—about 10 % more than dogs. But while they are the favorite pet, they tend to get the short end of the stick when it comes to having an enriching, engaging home environment. There’s a lot to be learned about how you can help your cats live a healthier more adventurous life—in the safety of their own home! Sandy Robins, pet lifestyle expert, uncovers the latest products designed to add adventure your feline’s home, and Pam Johnson Bennett, certified cat behavior consultant helps us to “think like a cat” so we can better understand their behavior.

Radio Beastro – Dog Mountain

billschiffler — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:35:39 +0000

There’s a special place for dog worshipers in St. Johnsbury, Vermont called Dog Mountain, and there’s no better time to visit than this fall. The late, great artist Stephen Huneck created Dog Mountain and the infamous Dog Chapel in 2000. Today, it’s become a meaningful destination for dogs and their people to play, to pray and to discover beautiful art that celebrates pets. Gwen Huneck, wife and loving caretaker of Dog Mountain joins Kristen to talk about why people travel from all over the globe to experience the charm and spirituality of this magical place. Also, since autumn is an awesome time to snap photos of your pets, listeners will be treated to Baxter the Wonder Schnauzer’s Tech Treats – cell phone camera photo tips for snapping sweet shots of your pets this fall.

Radio Beastro – Barkle Up!

billschiffler — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:01:38 +0000

Driver distractions are the number one cause of automobile accidents, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Did you know your pets can be a driver distraction? A recent survey conducted by AAA and Kurgo revealed that 1 in 3 dog owners admit to being distracted by their dog while driving, and 2 in 3 admit to engaging in distracting activities while driving–including playing with the dog, petting the dog, even allowing the dog to sit in their lap! Dr. Sonja Olson, an emergency veterinarian with BluePearl Veterinary Partners joins Kristen to discuss common injuries to pets involved in auto accidents, Kurgo solutions pet owners can use to properly and comfortably restrain pets while traveling and travel safe tips.