It’s is with great sadness that I have to report that my buddy “Butch” had to be put to sleep. He put up a galant fight against the brain tumor he was diagnosed with on February 23rd but despite our best efforts the tumor had quickly grown beyond the controllable range of the anti-seizure medication and steroids that I was giving him to help control the effects. The decision came when on April 29th he suffered a very mild seizure in the evening and on April 30th, I noticed him having pain when I picked him up to place him in my truck. That evening, after much detailed thought, I reasoned that he had peaked and if he was having siezures again, mild though they were at that point, he was on the threshold of serious suffering and would die a painful death if left to nature’s course of events. He had peaked and was about to hit every branch on the way down. He had a happy remainder of his life after we diagnosed the tumor, never lost his faculties, and was still (barely) able to go down the two steps to go out side on his own. Butch was too good of a dog to let him die a painful death, and it would have been very selfish for me to put him through that. It’s awful quiet around home and in the studio without him. I will miss him deeply.
My little buddy, my muse, my best friend breathed his last as I held him on May 1,2012. “Cheers Butch! I’ll see you when I get there someday!”
Hour 1- Marine Biologist Rick Rosenthal stops by to talk to Jeff about his work filming the Blue Fin Tuna. Now, everyone that is into wildlife knows that National Geographic is second to none when it comes to bringing interesting wildlife documentaries to the screen. This is no exception and Rick, who did the actual filming of these HUGE animals and has worked on other shows such as “Blue Planet” will joins Jeff this week on the My Buddy Butch Show to talk about his experiences. Did you know that these fish can reach 10 feet in length and weigh in at 1500 pounds? Incredible! Did you also know that like so many other species in the world today their numbers are dwindling very fast? We need to educate the public (and governments) about this so we can save these great creatures from extinction. In the mean time, you can catch “SUPERFISH: Blue Fin Tuna” on the National Geographic Channel Check local listings. AKC/Eukanuba Championship is changing to an “Open” competition. This format change will allow more dogs and folks to be entered and this competition will be for a Full week in Orlando Florida in December. Also, Spring time tips and Products from the American Pet Products Association. News and Announcements.
Fur Shui by Paula Brown
Hour 2 - Ever want to know what your pet is thinking? Ever wonder why your pet always lays in their “favorite” spot of your home or apartment? Ever wonder how your pet chooses a particular location as their “favorite?” Well, Animal communicator, author, and communication specialist, Paula Brown talks to us about ”Chi” or energy and Feng Shui for pets. Her book “Fur Shui” details the origins of this energy based Chinese lifestyle of taking advantage of the energy your pet is giving you. Even pets that are in distress give off energy. Fire fighters save Dog trapped under bridge. You never know when things can get dangerous in a storm so BE CAREFUL!
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This week – Hour 1 – Darlene Arden, an award-winning writer, lecturer, Certified Animal Behavior Consultant has written many books including “The Irrepressible Toy Dog,” and “The Angel Memorial Animal Hospital Book of Wellness and Preventive Care for Dogs,” and Jeff is proud to have her as a friend. Darlene joins Jeff to talk about Cats, aging cats, kittens, cats of all kinds as we go a little deeper into her latest award winning book ”The Complete Cat’s Meow!” Jackson Madnick of Pearl’s Premium Ultra Low Maintenance Grass Seed is back and this time he brought company. “Carlos,” who is a landscaper in Southern California and has been using this new grass seed not only for clients, but also on his own lawn at home with outstanding results. Less watering, less mowing, less fertilizing, it’s a win-win for everyone! Everyone but Jeff and Butch because he likes to mow and after he is done Butch likes to run through the sprinkler! Oh Well, they can still do those things but at least they won’t HAVE TO! News and Announcements.
Hour 2 – Dr. Ernie Ward “America’s Pet Advocate” joins Jeff to talk about the dangers of obesity, how to perform a physical examination, dealing with behavioral issues, answering pet owner’s questions about surgery or how to provide better care for aging pets. He has been featured on the Today Show, several shows on Animal Planet, NBC Nightly News, Nightline, CNN and has appeared numerous times on the Rachael Ray Show since 2007. Dr. Ernie discusses new Dog and Cat Food formulas being introduced by Iams for “Senior- Plus” pets. Because Dr. Ernie (a pioneer in senior animal health) and IAMS both have a passion for educating pet parents about lifestage nutrition, they’ve teamed together to share with Americans how best to keep four-legged companions healthy, playful and active throughout their lifetime, especially once they reach the double-digit age bracket. Pamela Haffner also joins Jeff to talk about a great new on-line support community called Pets-Life.com for the pet loving people trying to take the best care of their pets possible! Connect with members of the pet-caring community in your area to create a support network for yourself, your pet(s) or your pet-related business. You can also log-in to redeem free gifts. All in all, a great on-line place to meet other people, help them with their pet problems, and even get help with your pet issues…or just have a nice chat! News and announcements.
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I had the opportunity to speak with Marine Biologist Rick Rosenthal today about his work filming the Blue Fin Tuna. Now, everyone that is into wildlife knows that National Geographic is second to none when it comes to bringing interesting wildlife documentaries to the screen. This is no exception and Rick, who did the actual filming of these HUGE animals and has worked on other shows such as “Blue Planet” will join me on the My Buddy Butch Show next week to talk about his experiences. Didyou know that these fish can reach 10 feet in length and weigh in at 1500 pounds? Incredible! Did you also know that like so many other species in the world today their numbers are dwindling very fast? We need to educate the public (and governments) about this so we can save these great creatures from extinction. In the mean time, you can catch “SUPERFISH: Blue Fin Tuna” on the National Geographic Channel Thursday April 12th at 9pm Eastern and Pacific and again on April 19th. Oh Yeah, Listen in to some of the conversation I had with Rick on the MBB Extra.
Hour 1 – Dr Nancy Bromberg DVM is a veterinary specialist in Ophthalmology at the University of Pennsylvania. She joins Jeff because starting April 1st, registration will begin for the 5th Annual ACVO/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam event. This non-profit event provides free eye examinations to qualified service dogs across the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico. Last year, more than 4,000 service dogs were examined and we’re hoping to examine even more this year. The top 5 tips on keeping all animals’ eyes healthy. She also discusses the most common eye problems for pets and what happens during an eye examination. Dr. Dawn Marcus, MD Board Certified Neurologist at the University of Pittsburgh and Award winning author not to mention a regular on the My Buddy Butch Show joins Jeff to talk about her book Power of Wagging Tails and congrats to her because this book has made the 2012 Forward Book of the Year Finalist spot! News and announcements , Jeff gives lawn mowing tips!
Hour 2 – Ever heard of PEE HAPPY? Well Lucy Cobos and Annie Cole join Jeff to tell you all about it! Pee Happy™ was started by volunteers for animal welfare groups that met at a farm in Dedham, MA called Shultz’s Guest House. The farm is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that houses homeless dogs while they wait for adoption. The Pee Happy merchandise provides financial assistance for the care of these dogs in transition. 100% of company profits is donated to help cover their expenses while they stay at the farm. They are committed to finding these dogs loving and permanent homes. It’s their chance to … Pee Happy! Rescue of the week is “Shultz’s Guest House” and Annie Cole will tell you exactly what they are up to! News and announcements!
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