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Animal House w/Deborah Roberts

WTKS-FM / iHeartMedia

Love animals? Then Animal House is for you! We cover all things animal and pet-related, with experts, interviews and lots of fun.

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00:15:20

Central Florida Zoo

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/09/08

Christina O’Donnell and Jifu Jennings from the Central Florida Zoo return and this time, they brought “Indiana,” their red-tailed boa constrictor that is 14-years-old and about 7-feet long. They shared some cool facts about snakes, including how their forked tongues not only smell the air, but also help them figure out which direction to go. Along with the ‘Zoo Boo Bash’ coming up in October, Jifu also announced the return of the Asian Lantern Festival, and the new deal they are offering with their

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00:15:45

Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/09/01

Debbie Helsel, Executive Director of the Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge, shares the great news of investment funds finally being approved, so they can construct some badly-needed new buildings. She also talks about the large number of animals being brought in, and how the concern for more grows during hurricane season. Debbie also brought along Nicky, a dwarf opossum, and Fiona, a box turtle. To see these animals and more, go to btnwildlife.org or call (407) 568-5138.

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00:13:43

Audubon Center for Birds of Prey

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/08/26

Daisy Fiore, Senior Coordinator for Education at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, introduces us to a 5-month-old fledgling Barred Owl that has melanism, which turns his normally grey feathers into a dark brown. He fell out of his nest as a baby and broke his wing, so he cannot be released back into the wild, but now spends his days helping to teach people. She also invites everyone to the Audubon’s ‘Back to School Bird Bash,’ Saturday, August 22nd, 2022, as well as a naming contest for their

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00:15:25

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/08/18

Kathy Burns and Sally Edmonds from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando join us once again, and bring along Bialy the beagle, one of 4,000 beagles rescued from a mass-breeding facility in Virginia riddled with animal welfare concerns. The Pet Alliance rescued 15 beagles, and although more than half have found their forever homes, there are others still looking for theirs. You can see all of the animals available for adoption at petallianceorlando.org or give them a call at (407) 351-7722.

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00:14:52

Therapy Dog Macy T. Dawg

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/08/12

Handler R.A. “Bear” Berman introduces us to his Therapy Dog, Macy T. Dawg, who helped launch the Therapy Dog Program at the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, and, as part of the Crisis Response Canines team, responded to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Macy, a beautiful 6-year-old Golden Retriever, serves everyone from children to senior citizens. Go to therapydogs.com for more information.

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00:14:17

Central Florida Zoo

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/08/04

Amber Mayhew and Jifu Jennings return from the Central Florida Zoo, and this time, their armadillo, ‘Dillo,’ is the animal in the spotlight. Among the many fascinating facts about armadillos is their ability to jump nearly 4-feet in the air, and how not all species are able to roll into a ball when threatened. To learn more about ‘Dillo,’ or to get tickets to the Zoo, go to www.centralfloridazoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.

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00:14:33

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/07/21

Kathy Burns and Sally Edmonds from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando stop by, along with two beautiful 2-month-old mixed-breed puppies that just made the journey from Grand Cayman Island. Kathy explains how their partnership with various Caribbean islands began, and how it continues to this day. And since we’re in the midst of hurricane season, she also reminds everyone of the importance of having an evacuation kit for your family, and your pets, too. To see the animals available for adoption, go

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00:15:29

American Shark Conservancy

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/07/14

Hannah Medd is the Lead Scientist for the American Shark Conservancy in Palm Beach Gardens, and she joins us to talk about ‘Shark Awareness Day’ on July 14, 2022. Hannah shares how many different species of sharks live in the waters around Florida, and when it might be best to skip that swim. Connect to them and their important work at www.Americansharkconservancy.org

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00:14:59

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/07/07

Zoo Teachers Jifu Jennings and Amber Mayhew introduce us to “Juice,” an Everglades Rat Snake who resides at the Central Florida Zoo’s Herpetarium, along with some of the most venomous snakes from around the world. They also talk about “Choo-Choo To The Zoo,” where visitors can take a free trolley from the Sanford Sunrail Station, and also get a discount on your ticket to the Zoo. To get your tickets and more, go to www.centralfloridazoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.

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00:14:56

Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/07/05

Debbie Helsel, Executive Director of the Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge, joins us with a “Dwarf” Opossum named Nicky, who was brought to the refuge very sick in April. Debbie explains how Nicky will be monitored to determine if he can be released back into the wild. If not, he may become their next educational ambassador! To meet Nicky and more, go to www.btnwildlife.org or call (407) 568-5138.

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00:14:51

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/06/23

Kathy Burns and Katie Seay from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando introduce us to Zelda, a beautiful 1-year-old pup up for adoption. We also talk about how the economy is affecting the number of animals being surrendered, and the latest update on their recovery plans after a devastating fire in September 2021. To give Zelda a fur-ever home, or to see the other pets available, go to www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722.

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00:15:56

Kennedy Space Center Visitor’s Complex

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/06/17

James Brooks, with Spaceport Integration, talks about his role in helping keep a balance between the wildlife that lives in and around the Kennedy Space Center, and the science of NASA. He also shares the multitude of animals that are part of his workday, and the fascinating work it takes to care for them and the environment. To get your tickets and more, go to www.kennedyspacecenter.com or call (855) 433-4210.

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00:14:14

Audubon Center for Birds of Prey

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/06/09

Daisy Fiore from the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey introduces us to their newest Bird Ambassador, Maverick, a baby Red-shouldered Hawk that was rescued this year. Daisy, who’s part of the Education team at the Center, teaches us a lot about Maverick, including how he imprinted on his human rescuers and now can’t be released. To meet Maverick and the other birds of prey, go to chop.Audubon.org or call (407) 644-0190.

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00:15:40

Central Florida Zoo

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/06/02

AJ Semenick, a Senior Animal Ambassador Keeper, and Amber Mayhew, the Group Sales & Outreach Coordinator for the Central Florida Zoo, introduce us to Reptar, a Blue-tongued Skink. AJ shares the interesting self-defense tactics of the Blue-tongued Skink, including opening their mouths wide to show off that blue tongue, to being able to literally ‘drop’ their tails when threatened. Amber invites everyone to Family Sunset At The Zoo, now through September, and also reminds parents what a great choice

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00:15:35

Canine Companions for Independence

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/05/26

Marty Fischer is a volunteer puppy raiser for Canine Companions for Independence, and he joins us with his latest pup-in-training, Russo, a 6-month-old Labrador Retriever. Marty shares what it’s like to raise a puppy for 20 months, only to have to let them go so they can receive more advanced training. Most importantly, he shares the immense difference these dogs provide the children and adults they serve. To learn more, go to www.canine.org or call (407) 522-3300.

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00:12:21

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/05/19

Kathy Burns from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando joins us along with Luna, a 7-year-old Lab mix who’s available for adoption. Kathy also talks about parvovirus, a highly contagious virus that is currently being found in shelters and vet offices around the country. She shares why puppies are more at risk, and why you may want to skip the dog park. Finally, Kathy reminds us that parvovirus vaccines are available at their shelter veterinary clinics. To make your appointment or to learn more, go to

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00:15:26

Savannah Boan from Gatorland

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/05/12

Savannah Boan from Gatorland and Monsters in the Morning joins us along with Pork Chop, a Black-Throated Monitor lizard, which are native to Tanzania. Savannah shares that despite his large size, this particular breed of reptile has a mild temperament. She also invites everyone to help celebrate Gatorland’s 74th birthday at ‘GatorPalooza,’ Saturday, May 14th, and Sunday, May 15th, with fun for the whole family. To get your tickets or more information, go to www.gatorland.com or call (407)

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00:12:42

Central Florida Zoo

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/05/05

Christina O’Donnell is an Animal Ambassador Keeper at the Central Florida Zoo and she introduces us to “Pippen,” a Lesser Madagascar hedgehog tenrec, a small, nocturnal animal covered in spines. Among the many interesting facts about tenrecs she shares is that “Pippen” is more closely related to an elephant, than to a hedgehog! To see him and the Zoo’s other nocturnal animals, check out ‘Family Sunset at the Zoo,’ on the fourth Friday of every month. For tickets and more, go to

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00:15:00

Audubon Center for Birds of Prey

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/04/28

Katie Gill Warner is the Center Director for the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey in Maitland, Florida, and she joins us today along with an Eastern Screech Owl named…Billy Owlish. Katie shares some fascinating facts about this small owl and what to do if you find a baby owl outside of their nest, since now is baby season. To help cover the costs of caring for so many young birds, the Center invites you to their Baby Owl Shower on Saturday, May 7th, 2022. To see their Wish List, or to get tickets

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00:15:33

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2022/04/21

Kathy Burns from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando joins us to talk about how it’s ‘Cat Month’ this April, and that means kittens, kittens, and more kittens! To help them find their forever homes, the Pet Alliance will feature a “Cat of the Week” adoptable cat during Cat Month, among many other programs. To adopt, foster, or learn more, visit www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722.

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