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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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00:13:50

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/08/03

Jifu Jennings, Education Specialist with the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, brings along Reptar, a blue-tongued skink to help celebrate World Lizard Day on August 14th. We ask her how the extreme heat affects their animals, as well as their summer camp programs, and Jifu shares the secret of hidden fans and AC. She also reminds everyone that Sunset at the Zoo continues on August 25th, 2023, featuring live music, cultural enrichment, food trucks, and more. Get your tickets and more at

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00:15:29

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

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2023/07/20

Kathy Burns, Sally Edmonds, and ‘Poppet,’ a 3-month-old female puppy from the Cayman Islands, join us to talk about their partnerships with rescues throughout the Caribbean, and elsewhere, to address the issue of pet over-population. We also discuss the benefits of fostering, and how the Pet Alliance helps with the costs associated with that. Sally even shares what it means to be a “foster fail” and the joy that brings! Finally, we talk about the importance of being prepared for the Atlantic

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00:14:32

Save the Manatee Club

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2023/07/14

Cora Berchem, Director of Multimedia and a Manatee Research Associate for Save the Manatee Club, joins us to talk about glitter-filled flotation devices that break easily, spilling glitter into area springs and rivers, and the danger they pose to the environment. So much so, they are now banned at Blue Spring State Park, which is a popular summer swimming destination. Cora also discusses how important it is for those enjoying the water to go slow in areas where manatees may be feeding, and she

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00:29:37

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/07/06

Dr. Brian Martin, from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, joins us to talk about pet safety during both the Atlantic Hurricane season, as well as the extreme heat. Dr. Martin shares what signs to look for when your dog or cat becomes stressed by the heat, and what to do to counteract that. He also shares which breeds should, and, more importantly, should NOT cool off in a pool. Finally, Dr. Martin also shares some important tips on preparing our pets for a possible hurricane, including what to

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00:14:06

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

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2023/07/06

Ambassador Animal Keeper Nathan Jordon, and Zoo Teacher Krystal Perez-Morales, bring along ‘Molar,’ a Ball python who lives at the Herpetarium at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, to celebrate World Snake Day on July 16th, 2023. Nathan shares some fun facts about Ball pythons, including how docile they are. So much so, that African tribal chiefs were known to pick them up from the ground, and drape them around their necks. Krystal also invites everyone to Sunset at the Zoo, taking place

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00:29:33

Pawfection Dog Training

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2023/06/22

It’s time once again for Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training to answer listeners’ questions about their dogs’ bad behaviors, and he also shares an important personal milestone. Darryl never disappoints when it comes to funny and interesting stories, including being in charge of more than 300 police K9’s in London, and the time his dog pooped in Buckingham Palace. Book your training appointment at www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or call (407) 456-1066.

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00:16:03

Orlando Rabbit Care and Adoptions

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2023/06/15

Gabby Cash with Orlando Rabbit Care and Adoptions joins us with three young bunnies that will soon be available for adoption. Gabby shares how the majority of their rescues are rabbits that have been dumped by their owners. She also talks about how domesticated rabbits cannot survive in the wild because they don’t know how to burrow or hide from prey or the elements, and also don’t know what native plants to eat. ORCA is the only rabbit rescue in the area, due to the fact that rabbits cannot be

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00:16:22

Central Florida Zoo

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2023/06/08

Senior Ambassador Animal Keeper Christina O’Donnell and Education Registrar Jifu Jennings from the Central Florida Zoo, bring along Roberta, a red-footed tortoise, a species from northern South America. Christina shares the differences between turtles and tortoises, while Jifu shows off Roberta’s target practice. They also talk about fun, upcoming events, including Night Hike At The Zoo and Sunset At The Zoo, and don’t forget Father’s Day! To get your tickets and more, go to

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00:15:33

C.A.R.E. Foundation

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/06/01

Christin Burford is the Founder and Director of the C.A.R.E. Foundation, an Exotic Animal Rescue and Wildlife Education Facility located in Apopka, Florida. To highlight the animals they care for, Christin brought along Ava, a black spider monkey, and Kahlua, a so-called ‘safe skunk,’ due to the scent glands being removed. She also talks about just some of the expenses they have, including the high cost of monkey biscuits, meat for their big cats, and seed for all the birds. To see their Amazon Wish

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00:37:40

Pawfection Dog Training

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/05/25

Darryl Payne with Pawfection Dog Training introduces us to Jessica Garcia and her dog, Sol, a beautiful Golden Retriever mix who was rescued from China after being bred for meat. Despite her sad start in life, Sol is currently in training for their Therapy Program. Darryl also takes time to answer listeners’ questions, including a puppy that bites too much, and more. To see all they have to offer, go to www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or call (407) 456-1066.

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00:15:25

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

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2023/05/18

Kathy Burns and Sally Edmonds from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando bring along Baby Rita, a 6-month-old French Bulldog puppy, to talk about Summer pet safety. Kathy shares how dogs with short noses, like Baby Rita, can overheat very quickly, and therefore don’t need as much exercise outside. She adds that if you see your dogs quickly lifting their paws when taking them for a walk, the surface is likely too hot. Find your next fur-ever friend at www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407)

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00:14:33

Audubon Center for Birds of Prey

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2023/05/11

Daisy Fiore, Senior Coordinator of Education at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, brings along ‘Billy Owlish,’ an Eastern Screech-Owl, the smallest species of owl that lives in Florida. She shares how trimming trees right now can be detrimental during nesting season, and the different species of owls that live in our trees. Daisy also invites everyone to their Baby Owl Shower on Saturday, May 13th, 2023, to offset increased costs incurred during baby season, their busiest season for bird care

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00:12:47

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/04/20

Today, we welcome first-time guest, Dr. Brian Martin, with the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, to talk about Heartworm Awareness Month, as well as to answer listeners’ questions. Dr. Martin even addresses the unofficial marijuana holiday on April 20th and the devastating effects it can have on your pets. To learn more about Dr. Martin or the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, go to www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722.

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00:14:48

Humane Society of Lake County

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/04/13

Angie Klein and her assistant, Ciji, join us from the Humane Society of Lake County, along with Duke, the dog, and Gregory, the cat, who will both be available for adoption at their Fundraiser & Adoption Event this Sunday, April 16th, 2023, at the shelter. Then the following Saturday, April 22nd, 2023, is their Trivia Night, with proceeds supporting the Humane Society of Lake County’s important work. To see their Wish List and more, go to www.humanelake.com or call (352) 589-7400.

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00:12:01

Central Florida Zoo

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/04/06

Nathan Jordan, an Ambassador Animal Keeper, and Krystal Perez Morales, a Zoo Teacher, stop by from the Central Florida Zoo along with Bessie, a Kenyan sand boa. Nathan talks about what separates Bessie from other snake species, while Krystal gets the word out about their big fundraiser, Brews Around the Zoo, on Saturday, April 8th, 2023. Get your tickets and more at www.centralfloridazoo.org or call (407) 323-4450.

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00:15:45

Save the Manatee Club

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2023/03/30

Cora Berchem, Director of Multimedia and a Manatee Research Associate with Save the Manatee Club, joins us for ‘Manatee Appreciation Day.’ She also gives us an update on the manatees’ survival rate, as well as some fascinating facts, like how far they travel and their top speed. Help support their important work at www.savethemanatee.org or call (407) 539-0990 or Toll-free at 1-800-432-5646.

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00:35:34

Pawfection Dog Training

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2023/03/23

It’s time once again for Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training to join us to discuss their latest expansion plans and development, and to answer listeners’ questions. Some of the questions asked this time around include whether or not to use an invisible fence, or if you should medicate a dog that is terrified of fireworks. To learn about home training, group classes and more, go to www.pawfectiondogtraining.com or call (407) 456-1066.

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00:12:37

Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/03/16

Miranda Nathanson and Susan Russell join us from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando, and bring along four beautiful kittens to talk about the start of ‘kitten season.’ Susan explains what kitten season means, and how the community can help cats both outside and in the shelter. To adopt and more, go to www.petallianceorlando.org or call (407) 351-7722.

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00:15:17

Audubon Center for Birds of Prey

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/03/09

Daisy Fiore, Senior Education Coordinator for the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, brings along Lance, an American Kestrel, the smallest and most common falcon in North America. She also talks about how they are preparing for the annual influx of baby birds, and what upcoming events they have to help support their work. To sign up for their summer camps and more, go to www.cbop.Audubon.org or call (407) 644-0190.

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00:15:18

Central Florida Zoo

Animal House w/Deborah Roberts ·

2023/03/02

Christina O’Donnell, Senior Animal Ambassador Keeper, and Sarah Hall, an Education Specialist with the Central Florida Zoo, are our guests today, along with Almond, an Amazon milk frog, and Carla, a Cane toad. Sarah shares how the Amazon milk frog is also referred to as the blue milk frog because their blood and bones are blue. Christina talks about how the Cane toad was brought to Florida for pest control in the sugar cane fields, but has now become an invasive species. To sign up your kids for

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