Episodes
Steve Dale’s Pet World 8/8/2021 | Zoonosis, why bats are beneficial, how to tell if your cat is in pain, and more
August 08, 2021 11:00Dr. Douglas Kratt, immediate past president American Veterinary Medical Association talks about zoonosis (illness we can get from animals) when visiting state fairs or other events. And emergency response and your pets; Dr. Kratt offers tips on disaster preparation. And we discuss dogs who may get sick from mushrooms or algae blooms in ponds or streams. Going batty […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 8/1/2021 | Heat stroke in dogs, animals dealing with thunderstorms, and more
August 01, 2021 11:00Baby it’s been hot out, and veterinarians are reporting too many cases of heat stroke in dogs, which can be fatal. Dr. Kathleen Heneghan is one of the many Chicago veterinarians who has dealt with the issue. She talks about how heat stroke in dogs can mostly be avoided, and describes what the signs of heat […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 7/25/2021 | Human Animal Bond Association, why shelters are now crowded again with dogs and cats, and more
July 25, 2021 11:10Emily Klehm is CEO of the South Suburban Humane Society, and she dispels this myth all over national media: People are giving up their pandemic puppies because they’re bored with their pets, or they’re going back to work. She explains what is true, and why shelters are now crowded again with dogs and cats. South Suburban will […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 7/18/2021 | How dog-friendly Chicago is, MonDog Dog Beach, and more
July 18, 2021 11:09Dog Friendly Chicago: A segment begins with my pal Roz Varon from WLS-TV (Ch. 7) and her report on what she found regarding just how dog-friendly Chicago is, including some hidden bones. Guests include Grace Fuller, general manager at City Cruises Chicago. She explains your dog can ride on the appropriately named Sea Dog (found on the […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 7/11/2021 | Frida Kahlo Timeless, The EveryCat Health Foundation, and more
July 11, 2021 11:10Who knew, artist Frida Kahlo was an animal lover and even hung out with her pet spider monkeys. I talk with curator Justin Witte about the famed artist and her absolute adoration and fascination with animals. We discuss Frida Kahlo Timeless at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art and McCaninch Arts Center at the College of DuPage, […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 7/4/2021 | The challenges of finding pet-friendly housing, tips to help your pets get through the fireworks, and more
July 04, 2021 13:45Tom Van Winkle is the CEO of Hinsdale Humane Society, and he says there’s a great deal of good news. Following the mass adoptions of pets at the start of the pandemic, many predicted shelters would be overwhelmed with returns. In Hinsdale (and every other shelter I’ve spoken with) that’s not been the case. The primary […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 6/27/2021 | Human Animal Association Conference, Canine Cruise, and more
June 27, 2021 11:10Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer at VMX talks about the conference we both attended in Orlando, FL. We spoke together on the Human Animal Association track about the bond we have with exotic pets, and about how it seems everyone got a gecko during the pandemic. Even ownership of pet snakes is on the rise. The architecture cruise for […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 6/20/2021 | 4th of July and your pets
June 20, 2021 11:02So many dogs are terrorized by fireworks. And what if you don’t even know because you adopted a dog after July 4th 2020? The good news is described by Dr. Fiia Jokela, owner of Chicagoland Veterinary Behavior Consultants and a Resident of the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists. If you start very soon, behavior modification can help, as […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 6/13/2021 | Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy and the impact they have in the Chicagoland area
June 13, 2021 11:06Susan Burrows, board member of Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy explains how their organization works with dogs to help people (especially children at Rainbow) to heal at hospitals, mental health facilities, schools, and much more than that. Rainbow is by the “busiest” organization of its kind in Chicago and the suburbs. Rainbow is seeking special people with special […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 6/6/2021 | Pending animal welfare bills, re-opening of MonDog Dog Beach, and more!
June 06, 2021 11:04Marc Ayers, Illinois Director of the Humane Society of the United States. And he discusses many of the pending animal welfare bills. This show was taped beforethe decision was made by the Illinois Senate to ban sales of dogs and cats being sold at pet stores and is now merely requiring the Governor J.B. Pritzker’s expected […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 5/30/2021 | Fear Free initiative, a new pet product website, and more
May 30, 2021 13:23Dr. Natalie Marks on Fear Free, an initiative to focus on emotional well-being of our pets. She explains what veterinary Fear Free clinics are about, and what it means when technicians or nurses and veterinarians are Fear Free certified. Learn more at FearFreeHappyHomes.com. One element of this are vaccines, and she enthusiastically explains for cats – […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 5/23/2021 | Big Cat Safety Act, Tree House Human Society celebrates 50 years, and more
May 23, 2021 11:16In Houston, TX a tiger walks around a residential community and more recently 68 cats were confiscated by the U.S. Department of Justice from the from Jeffrey and Lauren Lowe’s Tiger King Park in OK. These are two examples illustrates why it’s so timely that Steve talks with Congressman Mike Quigley about his Big Cat Safety Act. A […]
Should your landlord be able to ban certain breeds or weights of pets?
May 16, 2021 19:30Steve Dale speaks with Illinois State Representative Stephanie Kifowit about arbitrary rules in place at various apartment buildings that don’t allow pets at all, certain breeds of dogs, and/or don’t allow pets that are heavier than the set “weight limit”. Stephanie emphasizes why she’s so passionate about this and what she’s doing to permanently end […]
U.S. Representative Mike Quigley on The Big Cat Public Safety Act
May 16, 2021 19:30U.S. Representative Mike Quigley joins Steve Dale to speak about The Big Cat Public Safety Act. Mike explains why this Bill is needed as it stands to prohibit the private ownership of big cats (i.e. tigers, lions, leopards, etc.) and also provides an update on the current status of the Bill.
KUBO Chicago is dedicated to providing traditional Filipino dining experiences and flavors
May 16, 2021 19:29Steve Dale speaks with Christine Ledesma, Co-owner of KUBO Chicago, about the traditional Filipino dishes the restaurant offers, common misconceptions about the cuisine and culture, and more.
Steve Dale’s Pet World 5/16/2021 | A lesson on what punishment is and isn’t when training your dog or cat
May 16, 2021 11:10Ken Rameriz is a world-renowned legend in the world of dog training, chief training officer/executive vice president Karen Pryor Training offers a lesson, as we chat about what punishment is and what punishment isn’t. And I dared to disagree (to some extent). And is there ever a situation which you should and can effectively punish a dog […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 5/2/2021 | The good and bad news about leptospirosis, pairing up for protection against dog flu and Bordetella, and more
May 02, 2021 11:10Tis the season to talk about Dr. Natalie Marks favorite topic, leptospirosis. She explains the bad news: This may be fatal to your dog and also is zoonotic, or at least potentially, which mean this bacterial infection can make people sick. The good news is that we can vaccinate our dogs against it. We also discuss pairing […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 4/25/2021 | Anti-Cruelty Society’s new Pet Deposit Subsidy Program and much more
April 25, 2021 11:09Jennifer Goodsmith, vice president mission advancement at Anti-Cruelty Society Chicago about the new Pet Deposit Subsidy Program. Pet friendly housing is more in need than ever, but that deposit required may be beyond people’s means, so Anti-Cruelty is offering a one-time subsidy (so people don’t need to relinquish pets) for those who fit the criteria. Learn more, [email protected]. […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 4/18/2021 | Increase in dog thefts, Pocha Shop, and more
April 18, 2021 11:06Sandy DeLisle is an animal welfare professional, pet writer and now movie producer of a film called Your Out. We talk about the movie and the goal of the film which is to debunk myths people have about pit bull-type dogs. When you rescue dogs, they sometimes turn out to rescue us. Cynthia Soto has opened […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 4/11/2021 Full Show | April 11 to 17 is American Veterinary Medical Association’s Dog Bite Prevention Week
April 11, 2021 16:27Steve talks with Dr. Douglas Kratt, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association and Heather Paul, spokesperson for State Farm Insurance. In 2020, have dog bites gone up or down? We begin with detailing ways which most nearly all dog bites can be prevented. And about “reading” what dogs are telling us. Most homeowner’s insurance offerings […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 4/4/2021 Full Show | Large incidence of suicides among veterinary professionals, most common dog breeds in Chicago, and more
April 04, 2021 11:10A show I felt compelled to do, a subject that may be difficult to discuss but is exceedingly important to discuss, the surprisingly large incidence of suicides among veterinary professionals. In the past three weeks or so, six veterinarians have taken their lives. A CDC study found that female veterinarians are up to 3.5 times […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 3/21/21 | Diabetes in dogs and cats, inflammatory bowel disease in cats, and more
March 21, 2021 11:44Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer of North American Veterinary Community discusses what’s new when it comes to diabetes in dogs and cats, as far as diagnosis, treatment and monitoring. For example, products like ProZinc, which are FDA approved insulin products specifically for dogs and cats. Inflammatory bowel disease in cats is a really common problem. How is […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 3/14/2021 | Director of ‘Stray,’ Safe Humane Chicago, and more
March 14, 2021 11:00Stray is a beautiful movie which follows a street dog named Zeytin in Istanbul, Turkey. Director Elizabeth Lo explains how she shot this unique flick, which truly takes you – the viewer – inside the head of a dog. And a dog who survives day to day on the street, and at various times associates with […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 3/7/2021 | CBD and pets, EveryCat Health Foundation, and more
March 07, 2021 12:04From Cubbington’s Cabinet, a discussion with owner Dr. Jennifer Weiss about CBD and pets. We explain what CBD is and explain how it may (or may not) work for pets under some circumstances. We talk about the data that is available, and for what medical and/or behavior issues CBD might indeed help. In fact, so many […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 2/28/2021 | All things pet birds, do dogs really love us, and more
February 28, 2021 12:05Birds for Dummies with co-authors Kim Campbell Thornton and Dr. Brian Speer talking all things pets birds. Despite what some Chicago aldermen think about backyard chickens, Kim and Dr. Speer explain why they can make great pets. They’re surprisingly snuggly, and you may not need to go to the supermarket to buy eggs. They really can’t […]
Barry Livingston on being a childhood actor in Hollywood and how things have changed over the years
February 21, 2021 21:29Steve Dale is joined by Barry Livingston, known for his role as “Ernie Douglas” on the television series My Three Sons, about his time in Hollywood and maintaining a healthy relationship with his wife through it all. Barry also shares details about book “The Importance of Being Ernie: From My Three Sons to Mad Men, […]
Chicago radio legend Tommy Edwards on telling animal stories and highlights of his career
February 21, 2021 21:28Steve Dale is joined by Chicago radio legend Tommy Edwards to share how he got his start with “Animal Stories”; recalls some of his favorite experiences throughout his career, including working with Bob Sirott; and talks about his book “I Grew Up Listening to You: Stories from Behind the Mic”.
The benefits of CBD for you and your pets
February 21, 2021 20:41Steve Dale speaks with Dr. Jennifer Weiss, founder and CEO of Cubbington’s Cabinet, about CBD and your pets. Dr. Weiss explains what CBD is, the benefits it has for humans and pets, and more.
The Great Ice Cream War between Steve Dale and Paul Lisnek has come to an end
February 21, 2021 19:43Steve Dale speaks with John Manchester, owner of Windy City Sweets, about the Great Ice Cream War against Paul Lisnek. Steve shares the story about how the war came about; John provides us with the history of Windy City Sweets and tells us who the official winner is!
Steve Dale 2/21/2020 Full Show | How our pets are doing in the pandemic
February 21, 2021 12:08So, how are our pets doing in the pandemic? Former Chicagoan, Christy L. Hoffman, PhD, Associate Professor Animal Behavior, Ecology, and Conservation Canisius College in Buffalo, NY found out the answers. Her study, “The Experience of Teleworking with Dogs and Cats in the United States During COVID-19” published in the Journal Animals. What are the upsides and downside of working […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 2/14/2021 | ‘Your Pandemic Puppy’, geriatric pets, and more
February 14, 2021 12:00Dr. Marty Greer, author of Your Pandemic Puppy, talks about how pet adoptions have gone up as a result of the pandemic. And offers tips on what to do when you adopt beginning with socialization. And on how to do that, while keeping humans socially distanced. We also discuss crate training. Also, she says, keep in mind […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 1/24/2021 | Save da Hoomans Campaign, clinical trial for cats to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, and more
January 24, 2021 12:05Sara Serritella is the Director of Communications for the Institute of Translational Medicine, lecturer at The University of Chicago and Director of the Save da Hoomans Campaign. This is a collaboration among the top medical centers in Chicago to support breakthroughs in medicine, including promotion of clinical trials. This is about making health research accessible for everyone, […]
America’s Got Talent singer Branden James on his new book, ‘Lyrics of My Life’
January 17, 2021 20:22Steve Dale speaks with Branden James, America’s Got Talent (AGT) singer, about his new book: “Lyrics of My Life”. Branden shares details about his experience on AGT, the impactful moment that inspired him to write the book, and much more.
Broadcast Legend Chuck Schaden on his new book “Chuck Schaden’s Radio Days”
January 10, 2021 20:56Broadcast Legend Chuck Schaden joins Steve Dale to talk about his latest book, Chuck Schaden’s Radio Days! Chuck and Steve also dive into a conversation about Radio Theater and the undeniable importance it holds when exploring the history of radio.
Steve Dale Pet World 1/10/2021 | Cat scratching prevention, science behind the psychological effect of declawing, and more
January 10, 2021 12:03What a great way to kick off the New Year! Dr. Kelly St. Denis, president of the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) discusses why AAFP now says Cat Friendly Practices can no longer maintain that certification if they practice declaw. And she explains why that is the case. We discuss the mounting science which supports the notion […]
Steve Dale Pet World 1/3/2021 | Alison Arngrim aka Nellie Oleson from Little House on the Prairie, the greatest game change for cats, and more
January 03, 2021 12:05Alison Arngrim, who way back, was Nellie Oleson on Little House on the Prairie was voted TV’s number one B****. But she can’t be all bad because she’s a cat lover. We discuss her celebrity cat, Roswell. You can find Roswell – who Alison says is very strange – is a social media star who does interviews. […]
Steve Dale Pet World 12/20/2020 | Keeping your pets safe during the Howlidays
December 20, 2020 12:05Dr. Natalie Marks offers tips of keeping our pets safe over the howlidays. I reveal that Santa might be on a diet this year, so if you leave out sugar-free cookies or brownies for Mr. Claus, that’s thoughtful. But if the dessert contains a sugar substitute called Zylitol, not to mention chocolate, you could wind […]
ENAZ: The Mother-Daugher Boutique makes it a point to highlight and support local designers
December 14, 2020 12:34Steve Dale speaks with Samantha Shapiro, one of the Co-Owners of ENAZ (Energy, Nature, Attitude & Zest for life), about the history of the store and everything they offer. Samantha explains their positioning as a “mother-daughter boutique”, on-going efforts to promote local designers, and more.
Steve Dale’s Pet World 12/13/2020 | Separation anxiety in dogs, the importance of kindness in children, and more
December 13, 2020 12:05Veterinary behaviorist Dr. Debbie Horwitz talks about how dogs and cats might be anxious at this time of year, and what to do about it. Dr. Horwitz is a contributing editor to a pair of amazing books for the pet lovers in your family, Decoding Your Dog and Decoding Your Cat. I wrote the introduction to each book, […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 12/6/2020 | Choosing the right pet for your family
December 06, 2020 12:05At this time of year, the biggest question comes from the kids, “Can we get a puppy?” But as Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer of the North American Veterinary Community explains, maybe you’d be better off with a Guinea pig, a pet bird or a cat for Christmas. And then where do you get a Guinea […]
Steve Dale Pet World 11/29/2020 | Are we benefiting by having pets in the pandemic?
November 29, 2020 12:10Two legends in one show: Dr. Aubrey Fine, professor emeritus California Polytech State University, licensed psychologist, author of many books and chair of the Scientific Advisory Group at Pet Partners. He’s the guy to ask this question, and he answers “Are we benefiting in the pandemic by having pets since they lessen our stress? Or […]
Steve Dale Pet World 11/22/2020 | Human-Animal Bond Association, Thanksgiving Day National Dog Show, and more
November 22, 2020 12:23Marc Ayers, Illinois Director of the Humane Society of the United States has two pieces of really good news which are causing him to be giddy with excitement. DuPage County passed two ordinances which make the county absolutely more humane. One involves DuPage County Fairgrounds – so we don’t see things like dancing bears or even big […]
An update on the Moderna Vaccine Trial
November 18, 2020 07:18Steve Dale speaks with Dr. Richard Novak, Head of the Division of Infectious Diseases at UI Health and Principal Investigator for Moderna Vaccine, about the importance of the Moderna Vaccine trial and the results they’ve been seeing thus far. Dr. Novak explains the difference of this vaccine compared to others, how this vaccine works when […]
John O’Hurley on the National Dog Show and ‘Living by his imagination’
November 08, 2020 21:01Steve Dale speaks with Actor and National Dog Show Host John O’Hurley, about his experience on Seinfield, the importance of “living by his imagination,” and this year’s Thanksgiving National Dog Show.
Doc Emrick on his book “Off Mike”
November 08, 2020 21:00Steve Dale speaks with his good friend and legendary NHL broadcaster, Doc Emrick, about his new book “Off Mike“. Doc shares backstory you won’t find in the book, touched on the broadcasters he grew up listening to and the integral role they played as he began his career; and more.
Steve Dale’s Pet World 10/25/2020 | National Veterinary Technician Week, October is Cures4Cats Month, and more
October 25, 2020 11:05October is Cures4Cats Month, and Dr. Vicki Thayer, executive director of the Winn Feline Foundation explains why the non-profit that supports funding for cat health studies will focus on raising money to better understand diabetes in cats. And November is National Diabetes Month to raise awareness in people, and Dr. Thayer points out there are similarities between diabetes in […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World 10/11/2020 | Chicago’s efforts to close the loophole allowing pet stores to sell dogs, cats, and/or rabbits
October 11, 2020 11:05Chicago passed an ordinance in 2014 mandating no dogs, cats or rabbits should be sold at pet stores. Few pet stores in the city were affected, as few sold dogs, cats or rabbits. While some adhered to the law, three pet stores chose to disregard the law. Steve talks with Alderman Brian Hopkin (2nd ward) about […]
Steve Dale’s Pet World Full Show 9/20/2020 | Mark Cushing and ‘Pet Nation: The Love Affair That Changed America’
September 20, 2020 11:05Mark Cushing, founding partner and CEO of the Animal Policy Group authored, Pet Nation: The Love Affair That Changed America. Since 1998 the pet population in the U.S. has almost doubled — about two-thirds of the country now owns a pet. And that demand is only going up, while supply may be going down. Cushing and I discuss pet stores […]
Steve Dale Full Show 8/30/2020 | Emergency preparedness for pets, Grey Muzzle Organization, and more
August 30, 2020 11:05Hurricanes, wildfires, the derecho that recently produced tornados in Chicago, soon frogs will be falling from the sky. Who knows what’s next? Emergency preparedness for pets will save lives says, Dr. Doug Kratt, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association, who offers tips – many you may not have heard before. It’s very likely that the […]
Steve Dale Full Show 8/23/2020 | Utilizing traditional medicine in conjunction with integrative medicine
August 23, 2020 11:10Dr. Rosemary LoGiudice and Dr. Natalie Marks discuss how together veterinarians can combine efforts to utilize traditional medicine in conjunction with integrative medicine. And how Dr. LoGiudice, a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation is able to sometimes utilize her expertise using today’s technology with telemedicine, addressing the current reality […]