Animal Radio® Episode 531

Published: Feb. 5, 2010, 7:41 p.m.

Emmylou Harris on Animal Radio®Emmylou Harris and Her Rescue
The angel-voiced musician explains how one dog influenced her attitude towards rescue operations. Emmylou Harris' true love lives in the legacy of her dog 'Bonaparte.' She created a dog-rescue in his name.

Cancer Vaccine for Dogs
A U.S. pharmaceutical company has been given the green light to market a vaccine for one type of canine cancer. Vical's Oncept was developed to target melanoma, one of the most common types of cancer in dogs. The new vaccine is also an important step towards finding a similar vaccine for use in humans.

AP - Firefighter Saves DogFirefighter Makes Heroic Dog Rescue
Los Angeles County firefighter Joe St. Georges made headlines when he dropped down from a helicopter to rescue a German Shepard stranded in the flooded L.A. River. In the process, St. Georges suffered several bites from the panicking dog. 'Spikey' has now been reunited with his guardian.

Celebrating Valentines with Your Pet
Looking for the perfect gift for your valentine? How about a video of their pet singing a Valentine's poem. It cost less than a dozen roses and lasts forever!! Does your dog have a Valentine yet? Michael D' Elena started a dating service for dogs.

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