
Location:
Chicago, United States
Genres:
Pets
Description:
The Steve Dale Pet World Petcast from 720 WGN.
Twitter:
@stevedalepets
Language:
English
Episodes
Major advancements and breakthroughs for your cat’s health; How your dog can become an assisted therapy animal; and more
3/30/2025
Pretty much everything we know about cats was once funded by the non-profit – EveryCat Health Foundation. Jackie Ott Jaakola, Executive Director, explains further and how recently treatments have been found for feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) and feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (the most common heart disease in cats). In fact, anyone can attend virtually or in […]
Who will win the Windy City Sweets cookie contest?
3/23/2025
Oh rats! It’s a real dog sport, and now available in Evanston from City Sniffers. Megan Renner is a Certified Canine Sports Training Professional and Certified Canine Training & Behavior Specialist. Currently she is a judge for Happy Ratters and Rat Games. What the heck is that all about? Who will win the Windy City Sweets cookie […]
Certified Dog Trainer Kathy Callahan offers unexpected advice to new puppy parents
3/16/2025
Funny lady JoAnne Worley from TV’s Laugh In and countless TV shows and stage work also happens to be President of Actors and Others for Animals. She talks about the mission and work of the non-profit, including a continued focus on spay/neuter and supporting the wildfire’s animal victims. The big question? Will she gift Steve Dale and WGN […]
Steve Dale: How to stop your dog from eating its own waste
3/12/2025
WGN Radio’s pet expert and host of Steve Dale’s Pet World and Steve Dale’s Other World joins Wendy Snyder, in for John Landecker, to discuss what you can do if your dog will not stop eating its own waste.
Dr. Sally Haddock talks continuing education available to veterinarians, an in-depth conversation with the author of ‘Living While Human’, and more
3/9/2025
Dr. Sally Haddock, Board President of the North American Veterinary Community discusses the massive continuing education available to veterinarians and how this all trickles down to pet parents. Discussed is how intense the human animal bond is today, compared to how it was years ago. Though affording veterinary medicine is more challenging than ever, which is also […]
Duration:00:36:11
Dr. Matthew McGlasson on ‘How to Rate a Cat’
3/2/2025
He admits he has a problem. Dr. Matthew McGlasson says, “I’m obsessed with cats.” As a result he’s authored How to Rate a Cat. Discussed are serious misconceptions many have about cats, topics such as declaw and why he’s opposed, and more. A secret way to communicate with your cat – blink. https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7285891/7285891_2025-02-18-020031.64kmono.mp3
Duration:00:34:04
Comedian Drew Lynch talks about the difference his service dog has made in his life
2/23/2025
They are the underdogs of veterinary medicine, and at the same time the backbone of the profession – they are veterinary technicians. A conversation with Beckie Mossor, president of the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America. Also, she a founder of the non-profit Veterinary Industry Giving Tree. Drew Lynch is arguably one of the hottest stand-up comedians […]
Duration:00:36:23
Petco Love has been working around the clock supporting pets and families around L.A. and also reuniting lost pets with their owners as well
2/16/2025
Petco Love President Susanne Kogut talks how the non-profit significantly supported pets and families around Los Angeles, and how Petco Love Lost reunites lost pets with their people. Steve and Susanne also discuss why so many animal shelters today remain filled to the max, and what’s being done to relieve the pressure. And why do dogs […]
Duration:00:34:57
Everything there is to know about the upcoming Lincoln State Cat Show; an effective treatment may be on the horizon for HCM; and more
2/9/2025
You’ve never been to a cat show? Lincoln State Cat Show Manager Jeremy Basterash describes the fun you’ll miss by not attending, and how cats are judged. The Lincoln State Show is February 22-23, Kane County Fairgrounds 525 S, Randall Rd. St Charles. Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) is likely the number one cause of death in […]
Duration:00:35:48
A look into the 2nd edition of ‘Dr. Sophia Yin’s Low Stress Handling and Behavior Modification of Dogs and Cats’
2/2/2025
Steve feels honored to interview Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Christine Calder, co-editor (with Pat Koven) of Dr. Sophia Yin’s Low Stress Handling and Behavior Modification of Dogs and Cats (second edition). Dr. Yin was a friend, and frequent guest, not to mention training pioneer. Steve talks about cooperative care, having pets participate by their own consent to veterinary […]
Duration:00:36:09
A chat with the author of ‘My Broken Dog’, how handicapped dogs and cats are brought back to their potential with rehab modalities, and more
1/26/2025
Nancy Kubillus, Waukegan, IL-based author of My Broken Dog: Living with a Handicapped Pet, tells her emotional story of how she cared for an English Springer Spaniel named Kaylee. Tod Miner of Arfit Canine Rehab Fitness in Chicago talks about how handicapped dogs and cats are today often brought back to their potential with various rehab modalities, and […]
Duration:00:35:05
PetCast: What’s new for pets in 2025?
1/21/2025
Dr. Dana Varble, chief veterinary officer North American Veterinary Community, talks about the giant VMX veterinary conference and takes pet parents behind the curtain. What’s new for pets in 2025? Mostly, the latest and greatest will fall into two buckets, individualized medicine and AI, and we go deep talking about each.
Duration:00:21:36
Animal Behavior Training Concepts and the importance or adhering to leash laws
1/19/2025
Laura Monaco Torelli is the owner and founder of Animal Behavior Training Concepts and she is an internationally celebrated dog trainer, and based in Chicago where an awful event occurred. If the two dogs were leashed the attack would never have occurred. Her new passion is to advocate for adhering to leash laws. She also talks about […]
Duration:00:35:13
PetCast: Crystal Ball for Pets for 2025
1/14/2025
Dr. Adam Christman, chief medical officer DVM360, whips out his crystal ball offering his predictions for what you will all experience regarding pet care for 2025. At the start of this list is artificial intelligence, it’s here from helping diagnostics to smart collars to training tools to new ways to discover pain recognition. How veterinarians […]
Duration:00:23:19
The importance of the Furrever Home Dog Sanctuary, a new way to think about dog bites, and more
1/12/2025
So, what do behavior consultants do and how do they differ from “ordinary” dog trainers? Dot Bailey is the Executive Director of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, and she explains. What’s more, there are certified cat, bird and equine behavior consultants. David Kerpel is proving that dreams can come true. He is the founder […]
Duration:00:36:24
Dr. Katherine Leahy on keeping pets safe in frigid temperatures, The Great American Dog Show at the Tinley Park Convention Center, and more
1/5/2025
Baby, it’s getting cold and getting colder out. Dr. Katherine Leahy of Heal Veterinary Clinic on keeping pets safe in frigid temperatures. What about booties? And at which temperature do which dogs need a coat or a sweater? Also, warnings about even lapping up a taste of antifreeze. Erika Wyatt, co-owner International Kennel Club of Chicago on […]
Duration:00:35:52
Jon Provost from the TV series ‘Lassie’ recalls his time on the show; Dr. Ernie Ward discusses the connection between spay/neuter and obesity in dogs; and more
12/29/2024
Jon Provost who was Timmy in Lassie sincerely – even all these years later (he’s now 74-years old) – has a love for dogs as much as he did when he played Timmy. Steve reminisces and Jon tells all sorts of stories. And did he ever really fall into a well? What was the craziest peril […]
Duration:00:35:39
Tips from Dr. Bailey on keeping pets safe during the holiday season, an annual reading of ‘Twas a Pet’s Night Before Christmas’, and more
12/22/2024
A howliday tradition for Steve Dale’s Pet World! Steve speaks to the President elect of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) about what’s to come in 2025. Dr. Michael Bailey pulls out the AVMA crystal ball to offer his predictions for the New Year. Also, tips from Dr. Bailey on keeping pets safe over the howliday […]
Duration:00:36:09
Dog Trainer Drayton Michaels offers a refresher course in house training puppies; Steve Dale shares an update soon the WGN Radio Petcasts; and more
12/15/2024
Raising a puppy can be great fun but to be honest it’s not for everyone says dog trainer Drayton Michaels, author of The Puppy Parents Handbook: Raising A Well Trained Puppy in the 21st Century. Michaels offers a refresher course in housetraining 101. He has also long been involved in fighting breed bans (typically targeted to dogs referred […]
Duration:00:36:21
PetCast: Pet safety over the Howlidays
12/12/2024
This is the time of year when organizations such the Pet Poison Helpline (PPH) receive the most calls. Steve talks with veterinary toxicologist Dr. Renee Scmid, director of veterinary medicine and a senior veterinary toxicologist at PPH. Lilies are fragrant for us but very toxic to cats. And chocolate is never a good idea. She […]
Duration:00:18:54