ARL For Love of Animals

53: How to Get Help for an Animal

In this week's episode, Dan and Carol are joined by ARL Animal Welfare and Response Manager Robyn Dobernecker to discuss her role at the ARL and what to do if you see an animal who needs help. They also chat about Pesto the penguin, moth species, and upcoming ARL events!
 
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52: Carol's Irrational Fear

In this week's episode, Carol and Dan kick things off by sharing about a school pet's viral adventure, a pup reunited with his foster mom, and an update on the Bat Beauty Contest. They discuss Carol's irrational fear of large cats, then list some of the largest cats in the world. They wrap up by sharing upcoming ARL events and Dan's newly discovered species.
 
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51: Our Favorite Halloween Animals

In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are joined by ARL CEO Tom Colvin! They start off by sharing facts about black cats and rats, including how Tom earned the nickname "Rat Boy" from a DJ in California. Next, Tom tells all about the ARL's capital campaign to transform the future of animal rescue and how YOU can help! Dan shares a newly discovered species, then they wrap up by discussing ARL events.
 
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50: We're a Pro-Bat Podcast!

In this week's episode, Dan and Carol discuss animals in the news, including a dog who saved a child after a mudslide and pandas coming back to the U.S. They answer a listener question about how to handle a cat licking and playing with your hands, then give some Halloween pet safety tips and share tons of fun facts about bats! They wrap up by sharing some upcoming ARL events and Dan's newly discovered species.
 
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49: Adopting Your First Bird and More Vet Advice

In this week's episode, Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development KC Routos and Dr. Gigler from Ankeny Animal and Avian Clinic. Dr. Gigler answers listener questions about when to give your pet flea treatment, what to do if your dog eats chocolate, what to know before getting a pet bird, and more! They discuss Trap-Neuter-Return programs and upcoming ARL events, then Dr. Gigler gives some winter pet care tips. 
 
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48: ARL Vet Answers Your Questions!

In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are joined by ARL Director of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Cates! They start by asking Dr. Cates all about how she became a shelter vet, then take a brief detour to chat about Fat Bear Week. Carol asks Dr. Cates listener questions, including what the best diet for your pet might be and when you should ask your vet about allergies. Also discuss pet dental care, wet food vs. dry food and a service dog who is a member of a marching band. They wrap up by sharing some upcoming ARL events!
 
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47: Can Chickens Carve Pumpkins?

In this week's episode, Carol is joined by ARL Director of Development and Communications KC Routos! They begin by discussing animals in the news, including Pesto the penguin and a cat who found a grenade in their family's home. They answer listener questions about moving with pets and cats having litter box issues. Carol and KC discuss chicken enrichment, including letting your chickens make a jack-o-lantern! They wrap up by discussing the ARL's plans for a new ranch and rescue intake facility and how YOU can help!
 
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46: Bouncing Black Bears!

In this week's episode, Carol and Dan welcome you to their AWARD WINNING podcast! They begin by sharing stories about black bears playing on a trampoline and a man saving a raccoon from choking, then discuss winterizing your chicken coop! They give more tips on keeping pets warm as the weather cools off, then read some fun facts about horses. The wrap up by discussing upcoming ARL events and Dan's newly discovered species! 
 
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45: Deck Out Your Chicken Coop

In this week's episode, Carol and Dan are recording bright and early under the supervision of Benny the pod-cat. They begin by sharing about animals in the news, including a dog who protected his human in a fire and a pygmy hippo. They discuss a list of dog breeds with the biggest hearts, then answer listener questions about teaching dogs to ride in the car and working on recall skills. Carol reads some tips on decorating your chicken coop, then Dan shares his newly-discovered species. They wrap up by talking about some upcoming ARL events!
 
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44: Getting Ready for a Baby

In this week's episode, Dan and Carol discuss animals in the news, including a new baby money in a Des Moines zoo and a rare orange lobster. They also chat about the ARL's Bonded Buddy program and children keeping hamsters as pets. They answer listener questions about helping your dog feel confident around other dogs and preparing your cat for a new baby. They share about the ARL's Pet-A-Porter Fashion Show and Dan's new species, then Carol wraps things up with a horse quiz for Dan.
 
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