Animal Radio® Episode 519

Published: Nov. 19, 2009, 8 a.m.

Henry Making ArtFeline Fiber Artist - Another Argument Against Declaw!
Henry, a Tuxedo cat who lives in Bangor, Maine, who is taking the art world by storm with his fiber art designs. No generic couch-scratcher here, Henry applies his built in set of claw tools to creating interesting textures that a growing fan base adores. Another great argument against declawing!

Finding A Good Travel-Dog
Some breeds are better than other when it comes to travel. Very few 18 wheeler trucker travel without a furry friend. The experts chime in on picking a good dog for your lifestyle.

"Hand Me the Chain Mail Gauntlets Please..."
Clipping your pets nails might not be the easiest task. Starting your cat or dog early will make it easier as they get older. Animal Radio's Dr. Debbie has tips for trimming those sharp claws without drawing too much blood.

Cat Got Your Tongue?
The saying comes from the Middle East, where as punishment, liars had their tongues ripped out and fed to the king's cats. At least that's what Judy tells a listener that asks.

Santa Monica California One Paw Closer to Banning Declaw.
The city council voted in favor of an ordinance that makes procuring, performing or assisting in declawing a misdemeanor with a 500 dollar fine and possible prison time. The 6 to 1 vote to adopt the ordinance came after two and a half hours of public discussion.

Pet NewsXBox and Fido, Bad Combination
Here's yet another reason why consumers should never leave their credit card information saved on their Xbox game systems. A Virginia dog owner who is also a rabid video game player did just that and awoke one morning to find a very slobbery remote control and $60 in credit card charges.