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30:13

Seals Need Space!

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2025/05/30

Every now and then, a seal makes an appearance in areas populated by humans, sparking a great deal of interest. Many of us remember Freddie the seal, who became a local celebrity in Teddington as people flocked to witness his playful antics. Sadly, Freddie's life was cut short when a dog, having slipped its harness negatively interacted with Freddie, leading to a tragic accident. This incident serves as a poignant reminder of how easily we can disrupt the delicate balance of nature.I had the

43:40

Big Cats In Captivity

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2025/05/13

I zoomed over to America to speak to Meredith Whitney about IFAW's Big Cats inCaptivity program in the USA.Meredith is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in this area and was able to offer a great deal of information to us.At times it was uncomfortable listening.But I am very grateful to IFAW and Meredith for the opportunity to hear about the issues.And even more grateful that Meredith was able to offer some advice to us of ways toavoid unwittingly becoming participants in the cat's suffering

3:17

Why Do We Have So Few Adoption Sharing Permissions In...

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2025/05/02

Ever wondered why we don’t share all the shelter managers post adoption updates?When we adopt a dog in the UK, most of us want to share our new family member with the world because we are so happy!What stops our Turkish families doing the same thing?This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

29:29

Does Banned Breed Legislation Work?

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2025/05/02

In the early 1990s, a series of very unpleasant attacks on humans by dogs, some resulting in fatalities, attracted the attention of the media.The government responded with what might be considered a knee-jerk reaction and breed-specific legislation, or BSL as it is commonly known, came into effect as part of the Dangerous Dogs Act.Within this piece of legislation, four breeds of dogs are banned, including the Pitbull Terrier.You might think that the action of banning these dogs considered dangerous

3:25

Community Dogs In Turkey

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2025/04/26

Stray dogs have long been an integral part of Turkish life, though the relationship hasn't always been peaceful. Despite this, the country is home to numerous animal lovers who cherish these animals. Many people adopt as many dogs as they can manage, yet with millions of stray dogs around and only a small percentage of the population—about 5%—willing to take them into their homes, it becomes an insurmountable challenge to provide homes for all of them. Some strays are lucky & become community

25:44

The Little Brown Dog

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2025/04/24

Today my guest is author Paula S. OwensPaula has written a novel based on the story of the little brown dog. A brown terrier who suffered terribly in the name of science.Two ladies witnessed the terriers demise & vowed to do something about what they saw as wanton cruelty.Paula’s book will keep this very important event alive for years to come and serve as a reminder that we really aren't that much better than we were more than 100 years ago.We are still enslaving other species.We are still

25:31

Romanian Stray Dogs

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2025/04/16

Dale and I had the pleasure of catching up with Dr. Aurelian Stefan, a dedicated veterinarian who tirelessly works with vulnerable dogs in Romania, a country where the plight of stray dogs is a pressing issue. Our conversation delved into the complexities surrounding this topic, as I often receive messages and emails, and engage in discussions with people who hold the belief that stray dogs should remain on the streets.During our discussion, we touched upon the ongoing debate about the importation

34:24

Australia's Difficult Relationship With Kangaroos

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2025/03/28

Kangaroo culling is a practice that involves the reduction of kangaroo populations in certain areas to manage their numbers and mitigate the impact they might have on the environment, agriculture, and human activities. This process often raises ethical and ecological concerns, as kangaroos are iconic native wildlife in Australia.Michelle talks to Gregory Keightley about some of the concerns regarding Kangaroo cullingThis Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work,

50:57

Neil Waters The Thylacine Awareness Group Of Australia

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2025/02/23

Neil Waters is a passionate man who has been searching for evidence of the alleged extinct thylacine for years. He truly believes that this incredible animal, native to Australia, is alive and well, hiding from man in the bush. We loved speaking to Neil; his dedication to his mission is like no other we have ever come across. But is he on to something amazing or on a wild goose chase?Neil's relentless pursuit of the thylacine stems from his fascination with this unique creature, often referred to as

51:23

Marc Bekoff Animal Morality

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2025/02/01

Marc & I had an intriguing discussion about the intersection of animals and morality. We pondered whether animals have the capacity for moral judgment or if their decisions are purely driven by instinct. This conversation took place shortly before the release of Marc's book, "A Dog's World," which he co-authored with Jessica Pierce. The book delves into the fascinating concept of how dogs might evolve in a world free from human influence.Dog Desk Animal Action is a reader-supported publication. To

50:01

In Conversation With Kevin Newman From The Australian...

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2025/01/01

By far the most enjoyable interview I have ever had the privilege to be involved in.Kevin is the most knowledgeable person I know when it comes to the dingo.We spoke about natural habitat, reproduction, social life, dispersal, the threats they face & more.Please listen until the end, I know you will love it! This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dogdeskanimalaction.substack.com/subscribe

52:58

Mark Riley Police Seized My Dog

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2024/12/13

I spoke to Mark Riley from Rocky’s Army about dog seizures. Rocky’s army support people who have had their dogs seized, offering them advice & helping them find any funds needed to fight their seized dogs’ corner.Mark & I met up prior to the XL Bully ban, please be aware of this where relevant. Get full access to Dog Desk Animal Action at dogdeskanimalaction.substack.com/subscribe

40:17

Grey Wolves Are Back In Germany!

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2024/12/01

After more than a hundred and fifty years grey wolves have returned to Germany. While I applaud their return I worry that not everyone will be as happy.How will shepherds react to the news that this apex predator is back on the scene? I ask Andreas Dinkelmeyer from IFAW how we are mitigating any conflict between wolves & man. Get full access to Dog Desk Animal Action at dogdeskanimalaction.substack.com/subscribe

46:39

Brucella canis with Louise Buckley

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2024/11/12

Brucellosis is caused by the bacteria Brucella canis. It is infectious & zoonotic. Drugs can control the infection but once a dog has it they have it for life.We received a number of messages from concerned listeners who were, quite frankly both confused & scared. So we sought out an academic with knowledge & experience for more information regarding the condition. Get full access to Dog Desk Animal Action at dogdeskanimalaction.substack.com/subscribe

25:42

Paula S Owen Author - The Little Brown dog

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2024/02/29

72:36

Fox In The Fedora

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2024/02/25

11:23

Stumpy The Champion Blood Donor Labrador

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2024/02/04

21:16

Pet Blood Bank Nicole Osborne

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2024/02/04

20:42

Mike Aldred Carefree Credit

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2024/01/23

28:03

Mark Walden - Pet Insurance

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2024/01/23

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