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Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts

The Animal Party starts with a bit of water-bowl talk covering the most explosive animal related news highlights and issues. Deborah gives her opinion along with the facts and stats you want to know to make up your own mind. Do you believe in allowing cats outdoors? What about removing their claws? Do pets make kids’ allergies worse? Have you ever thought about pit bulls? Get the facts and you’ll understand exactly why pit bulls have such a bad reputation and decide for yourself if banning breeds

kids & family pets & animals

All Episodes

25:55

Animal Party Episode 265 The Snack Stalker and the...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/04/13

On this week’s Animal Party with Deborah Wolfe, Deb tackles a hilarious listener question about a dog who constantly stalks snacks like a casino blackjack dealer—and shares smart training tips to stop treat obsession for good. Then she dives into the fascinating world of animal memory, loyalty, and grudges: from the legendary Hachikō to crows, elephants, orcas, and chimps who never forget being wronged. Deb also clears up a surprising myth about wolves reacting to leather, spotlights the urgent need

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27:19

Animal Party Episode 264 Inside Your Pet’s Mind: Dr....

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/04/09

This week on Animal Party, host Deborah Wolfe welcomes renowned dog expert and psychologist Dr. Stanley Coren for a fascinating deep dive into how pets think, learn, and behave—especially as they age. From quirky kitten behaviors like nighttime suckling and early separation issues, to the evolving personality of senior dogs, this episode explores the powerful roles of socialization, breed traits, and sensory changes. Dr. Coren breaks down why older dogs can become more fearful, how vision loss

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25:33

Animal Party Episode 263 Can Animals Think Like Us?...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/04/06

On this episode of Animal Party, Deborah Wolfe dives into fascinating animal intelligence, surprising global animal news, and practical pet-powered tips for everyday life. From AI decoding whale communication and the surprising self-control of cuttlefish to the debate over humane lobster treatment, this episode explores how animals think, feel, and communicate in ways we’re only beginning to understand. Back on land, Deb shares incredible real-world examples of dogs using their powerful sense of

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20:32

Animal Party Episode 262 Why Nicole Kidman Would...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/03/31

The celeb trivia question today is Why will Nicole Kidman love today's show? Deb explains the connection between dogs and Seals, the 'dogs of the sea'. Karma gets some burglars in England when llamas rally. A listener comments on a deb wolfe- pet expert Facebook posted photo of Fabio the fancy white poodle, after a fresh roll in bear poop! EPISODE NOTES: Why Nicole Kidman Would Love This Episode (Plus Seals, Sphynx Cats & Poop Mysteries!)Become a supporter of this podcast:

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20:32

Animal Party Episode 261 Whale Talk, Dog Smarts &...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/03/24

This week on Animal Party, Deb Wolfe explores some truly fascinating topics—from groundbreaking science to everyday pet wisdom. Discover how AI is helping Swedish scientists decode whale language, revealing complex communication systems that rival human speech. Deb also dives into surprising research showing that female dogs may be better judges of human competence than males, and what that means for your relationship with your pet. Plus, learn how to spot misleading online reviews before you buy

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22:52

Animal Party Episode 260 Can Dogs Smell Bad...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/03/19

On this lively episode of Animal Party, Deb Wolfe clears her desk with a fun, fast-moving mix of listener questions, animal behavior insights, and surprising stories. Deb shares what she really feeds her own dogs and cats, why she believes variety matters in pet nutrition, and whether pet insurance is worth it for an accident-prone dog. She also explores how humans unconsciously react to fear-based scents, why animals are even better at reading emotion and intention through smell, and what that

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20:54

Animal Party Episode 259 Why Is IKEA’s Stuffed Monkey...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/03/17

Do you know why the most sold out item at Ikea Canada wide is a stuffed monkey? How about the top 15 reasons to leave a party? Deborah gives you some beautiful news about rescued California sea lions and a new family. Deb Wolfe shares the results of a new study proving that People unknowingly react to scents like the sweat from a skydiver and animals are even better at detection of intention or situation through scent. Deb's tips for making cats not want to poop/pee in your garden. 'Best in

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18:18

Animal Party Episode 258 Turkeys, Crows & Red Hats

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/03/10

Mexico is ahead of the curve when it comes to animal testing for cosmetics, but Berkley banned factory farms, Vancouver outlawed rodeo events & Canada banned the use of marine mammals in entertainment. Bird News: in Wisconsin wild turkeys chase postal workers, and mischief caused by wild crows are trained to steal red mega hats! Deborah explains why the turkeys and other farm animals attack men and boys more often than women and girls. Deborah begins to answer the listener's question; 'Why do

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20:55

Animal Party Episode 257 Why Does My Dog Elbow Me in...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/03/04

Deb Wolfe answers a listener's question, 'Why does my dog elbow me in the groin when we cuddle on the couch watching CNN?' Deborah warns that dogs are likely to do this during the Superbowl too and explains why and how to stop it and other rude attention getting nuisance behaviors. Iguanas dropping from trees in Florida due to slight cold brings into focus the need to respect the people and animals who live in extreme places and not underestimate them. Does your pet think you studder? Which

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19:50

Animal Party Episode 256 Monkeys, a Goat, and the Age...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/02/26

It’s a full-on cat party in Deb Wolfe’s studio this week—three cats, one giant microphone, and a black kitty named Xena who literally announces herself (yes, Deb accidentally taught her the “Xena warrior yell,” and now she uses it like a doorbell). From there, Deb answers listener questions with a hilarious detour into the surprising perks of non-shedding dogs (more hugs, fewer “hair barbs” in your clothes), plus a fascinating look at whether mom and dad dogs recognize their grown puppies when they

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21:03

Animal Party Episode 255 Bad Bunny, Blue Ribbons,...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/02/17

How did Deborah Wolfe sing on stage with Bad Bunny during the Super Bowl? The Church of the Blues is the answer! Deb keeps you up to date on the pets of the world with stories about Dogs at the Olympics, Catherine Ohara, Pretty Penny the Canadian Dobie that won Westminster, and the classic movie ‘Best In Show’. A must see!!!!Deb gives it 4 paws. A correction about iguanas and the PETA suggestion that ended up being contrary to Florida’s best interests. What do you think about Sabrina Carpenter

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19:56

Animal Party Episode 254 Safe Dogs, Smart Training &...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/02/10

Deb Wolfe explains how to teach your dogs to react to threats and not react to neighbors, random kids and normal goings on they should accept. See https://tinyurl.com/yc6fydff for manners and dogs and kids. 3 large dogs attacked and killed a 13 year old boy in Nova Scotia; train your dogs to know the difference between a threat and a kid on a bike so this won’t happen! When you think of Vladamir Putin do you think pf cute and cuddly puppies? He is a dog lover. Did you know that President Trump

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30:29

Animal Party Episode 253 Can Dogs Sense Evil? And...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/02/06

A Facebook fan asks 'Do dogs sense bad people?' Deborah explains some of what dogs sense. Wonder what kind of pets Maduro has? The most popular pet names or what not to name your pet. When a cat and dog work together it’s not always ideal. Wolves use a lamb to hunt. Be careful When your too fit dog shows off on the side of a mountain. Deborah gives a home remedy tip for snowball legs on curly dogs who play in snow. EPISODE NOTES: Can Dogs Sense Evil? And Other Pet Mysteries Become a

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23:07

Animal Party Episode 252 Whisks, Whiskers & Winter...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/02/03

Deb asks the riddle, What do these 3 kitchen items have to do with helping pets: coconut oil, cornstarch, and a whisk? Cold weather tips for keeping pets warm and their coats free of snow. Deb Wolfe explains why you see no police dogs and no crowd control horses keeping the peace in Minnesota. Two listener emails get answered; 'Why do you give your dogs 3 syllable names if you told us one syllable makes them more responsive'? and 'Why do forces watch the pets of people they want to capture like

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20:55

Animal Party Episode 251 Animal Communication &...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/01/29

Deborah Wolfe tells you about experiments that prove animals communicate to their own species, to other species and to future generations and that telepathy or communication by sending and receiving thought pictures is something animals do well all the time. In Sweden and in Paris crows are cleaning the streets. How many police officers did it take to catch a runaway pet pig? Tool making, and changing the environment are said to be human-only skills but you can see a poodle demo both these

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28:16

Animal Party Episode 250 Husky in the Snow, Cat on...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/01/29

On this lively, news-packed episode of Animal Party, host Deb Wolfe dives into the pet stories making people talk (and sometimes overreact!). Deb breaks down why a husky happily playing in the snow isn’t the same as a cat left stranded on a freezing balcony for months—and why knowing the difference matters when calling the SPCA. She also shares an important warning about avian flu after pets in Alberta became sick from eating infected birds, plus a cautionary tale about airline pet travel after a

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22:08

Animal Party Episode 249 What Do Keanu Reeves, Snoop...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/01/21

Did you hear about the drunk raccoon and his record of crimes? More seriously, a woman convicted of torturing and killing a family’s dog years back is found holding babies in the neonatal ward she snuck into! To dog park or not to dog park? What’s your experience where you live with dog parks and dog people. Do you think people baby their dogs too much where you live? Are the dog parks good or bad? Tell us or text us at deb@petliferadio.com . Guess what the new signal my doodle has picked to

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24:39

Animal Party Episode 248 Colorblind Like a Dog?...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/01/21

Does a color-blind man see the same as dogs? Librela, the new wonder arthritis drug for dogs has a health warning! Some dogs are being paralyzed and worse, Deborah Wolfe tells you what to watch out for if your dog is taking Librela. DNA confirms the trapped grizzlies in Bella Bella are the wrong bears. Trail etiquette and what to do If you have a group of dogs with not so perfect off-leash manners. How to use bear spray. For training demos on cats (& dogs) check out Deb Wolfe – Pet expert

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32:35

Animal Party Episode 247 Beyond the Cartoons: Bears,...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/01/13

This week on Animal Party, Deborah Wolfe takes listeners on a fascinating, thought-provoking journey through the real world behind our favorite animal stories. From grizzly bear attacks and controversial wildlife management decisions to whale entanglements, deer behavior, and chronic wasting disease, Deborah unpacks the complex relationship between humans and wild animals. Along the way, she shares practical dog-training wisdom from forest foraging walks with her own pack, explains why variety makes

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23:14

Animal Party Episode 246 Spare the Bear, Smarter...

Animal Party - Dog & Cat News, Animal Facts ·

2026/01/05

This week on Animal Party, Deb Wolfe dives headfirst into the wild world of animal news, ethics, and behavior—holding nothing back. From controversial puppy visits in prisons and the urgent call to “spare the bear” in Florida, to fascinating discoveries about koala fingerprints and wolves using human fishing traps as tools, Deb challenges the outdated idea that animals don’t think, plan, or adapt. The episode also shifts to heartfelt, real-world pet guidance as Deb walks listeners through how to

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