About the CritterCast
The CritterCast is a podcast published weekly by Critterology.com, the pet advice site. We do our best to keep each episode brief, informative, and a little bit surprising. We cover every kind of "critter"—from dogs & cats to horses, exotic birds, reptiles, and much more. If you'd like to subscribe to our podcast, you can find us on iTunes, or subscribe directly by pasting this link into your aggregator program of choice.
14 - Q&A: Itchy Dogs, Allergy Testing, and is Seborrhea Contagious?
Release Date: March 11, 2008
Dr. Susan Muller Esneault discusses different possible causes for itchy dogs, including Seasonal Allergies, Food Allergies, and Seborrhea. These calls were originally recorded for MedCall on WAAY-31 TV in Huntsville, Alabama. (listen to this episode)
13 - Chocolate Toxicosis
Release Date: February 26, 2008
Think giving your pet chocolate is a suitable treat? Unfortunately, chocolate is toxic in dogs and many other species of animals. (listen to this episode | read the article)
12 - Marijuana Toxicity In Pets
Release Date: February 17, 2008
There's been plenty of debate about whether marijuana is harmful to humans, but it is definitely harmful to your pet. (listen to this episode | read the article)
11 - Caring for a Pet Potbellied Pig
Release Date: January 28, 2008
Potbellied pigs are sweet-natured, intelligent, active and adorable. As a pet, however, they can be extremely demanding. (listen to this episode | read the article)
10 - Examine Your Horse Before You Buy
Release Date: January 20, 2008
Buying a horse is a serious investment. Before you make any decisions, it’s wise to have a veterinarian who specializes in horses perform a prepurchase evaluation on the horse you’re interested in. (listen to this episode | read the article)
9 - The Number One Reason Pets are Brought to Shelters
Release Date: January 14, 2008
A nationwide study of animal control facilities performed in 2000 reported that 28% of cats and 40% of dogs were surrendered due to one or more behavior problems. But that number is probably much higher. If we take some simple steps to prevent problems with our own pets, this figure is likely to decrease greatly. (listen to this episode | read the article)
8 - Burns in Reptiles
Release Date: January 7, 2008
The most common type of burns seen in captive reptiles are thermal and are usually attributed to an abnormally hot heat source, one from which the animal cannot escape. Chemical burns may also occur, typically from cleaning solutions used to sanitize the enclosure of a captive reptile. (listen to this episode | read the article)
7 - The 2008 Presidential Candidates--And Their Pets
Release Date: December 30, 2007
What does a person’s pets say about them? If you can figure anything out about someone by the pets they keep, you may want to take a look at the pets of all the presidential candidates. It may help you decide on your way to the ballot box! (listen to this episode | read the article)
6 - Cats--Outdoor Life vs. Indoor Safety
Release Date: December 27, 2007
While many cat owners consider their pets outside cats, the fact is that cats kept indoors are much safer and healthier than their outdoor counterparts. Fighting, diseases, and parasites are among the dangers that outdoor cats may face. (listen to this episode | read the article)
5 - Holiday Hazards for Your Pets
Release Date: December 21, 2007
The holidays are a joyous time for friends and socializing. We decorate our households, fix elaborate meals, bring trees and special plants into our homes, and yet we pay little attention to what effect these new habits will have on our furred and feathered friends. (listen to this episode | read the article)
4 - Holiday Special: Poinsettias and Mistletoe
Release Date: December 14, 2007
Pretty plants can be poisonous to pets! Today, how toxic are poinsettias? Should you be worried about pets getting "too friendly" with your mistletoe? For more detailed versions of these articles, please visit our website at http://www.critterology.com. (listen to this episode | read the article)
3 - Caring for Orphaned Baby Birds
Release Date: December 6, 2007
What should you do when you find a lost hatchling? Raising baby birds can be a heartwarming experience, and most do well when you follow some basic rules. For more, please visit www.critterology.com. (listen to this episode | read the article)
2 - Canine Separation Anxiety
Release Date: November 29, 2007
Your dog is a family-oriented pack animal. Stress associated with isolation from your family can lead to a syndrome described as Separation Anxiety. Symptoms include barking, whining, whimpering, trembling, destructive behavior such as chewing or digging, house soiling, salivation, vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia and depression. For more, please visit Critterology.com. (listen to this episode | read the article)
1 - Are all white-haired animals albinos?
Release Date: November 22, 2007
Albinism--the lack of pigment melanin in the skin, hair and eyes--can be associated with skin cancer, deafness, nervous disorders, and other problems. For more, please visit Critterology.com. (listen to this episode | read the article)