For the Love of Animals

Hosts Darleen Pigford and Greg Baur discuss animals and their care with local animal experts.

Service Dogs for the Disabled - October, 2009
Greg and Darleen talk with Ron Milliman and Kathy Nimmer about the importance of service dogs to the disabled. Nimmer lives in Indiana and joins the show via telephone.
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Paws Claws & More - September, 2009
Greg and Darleen talk with Paws Claws & More Director, Shannon Lacewell and volunteer, Terri Nelson about the services provided to needy animals.
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Patron Saints of the Animals -August, 2009
Greg and Darleen talk with Rev. Ellen Ekevag, Grace Episcopal Assistant Pastor about the parton saints of the animals.
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Senior Pets - July 2009
Greg and Darleen talk with veternarian, John Kelley, DVM, about how to take care of senior animals and what needs that they have.
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Eagles - June, 2009
Greg and Darleen talk with naturalist and Land Between The Lakes public program coordinator, Carrie Szwed about our nation's symbol, the Eagle.
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Handicats - May, 2009
Greg and Darleen talk with cat lover Donna Groves about "handicats". Handicats are the term Donna uses to describe special needs cats. The discussion deals with the joys of adopting a handicat.
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Chinese Culture and Animals - April, 2009
Greg and Darleen talk with WKCTC Chinese Professor, Susan Lu Zhang about animals in the Chinese culture.
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Quilts for Animal Lovers, Part 3 - January, 2009
Greg and Darleen return to the Museum of The National Quilt Museum for another look at remarkable quilts with animal themes. The three part series celebrates the love of animals and quilting.
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Pets on a Budget - February, 2009
Greg and Darleen talk with Creatures Great & Small Owner, Judy Hardy about tips to take care of your pets and not spend a fortune.
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Coping with the Loss of a Pet - January, 2009
Losing a pet can be traumatic. Greg and Darleen talk with psychiatrist, Dr. David Meyer on the best way to deal with the emotions that come with the loss of a beloved pet.
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First Aid for Dogs, Part 1 - October, 2008
Greg and Darleen talk with veteranarian, LaNita Flanary about first aid techniques for dogs in emergency situations.
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First Aid for Dogs, Part 2 - October, 2008
Greg and Darleen talk more with veteranarian, LaNita Flanary about first aid techniques for dogs in emergency situations.
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Presents For Your Pets- December, 2008
Find out what makes the best gifts for your pet this Christmas season. Judy Hardy of Creatures Great & Small and Donna Groves of Project Hope share their specials gifts for their pets.
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Reptiles - November, 2008
Do reptiles make good pets? Learn all about bearded dragons and iguanas. Greg and Darleen talk with Rhoda Bolton of Four Rivers Bird and Animal Rescue about these interesting creatures.
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First Aid for Cats, Part 1 - October, 2008
Greg and Darleen talk with veteranarian, Jason Rogers about first aid techniques for cats in emergency situations.
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First Aid for Cats, Part 2 - October, 2008
Greg and Darleen talk more with veteranarian, Jason Rogers about first aid techniques for cats in emergency situations.
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Photographing Your Pet - September, 2008
Greg and Darleen talk with professional photographer, Kelly Stratemeyer. Kelly gives tips on how to use your camera to take beautiful photographs and capture memories of your favorite pet.
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Fostering with Creatures Great and Small - August, 2008
Greg and Darleen talk with Mother/Daughter team Judy and Susannnah Hardy about how their organization finds foster homes for stray and abandoned pets.
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Paducah Girl Scout Troops - Part 2 - July, 2008
Greg and Darleen continue their talk with members of local girl scout troops. Learn how the girl scouts earn badges for helping animals.
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Paducah Girl Scout Troops - Part 1 - July, 2008
Greg and Darleen spend their time with members of local girl scout troops. Learn how the girl scouts earn badges for helping animals.
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Wildlife Rehabilitation- June, 2008
What does it take to rehabilitate wildlife? Greg and Darleen talk with wildlife rehabilitation experts Henry and Peggy Barbour about how they have dedicated their lives to rescuing and caring for various wildlife. Wolves, vultures, deer, opossums...you name it, Henry and Peggy have worked hard to help them survive and be returned to the wild.
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Paducah Boy Scout Troop 1 - May, 2008
Greg and Darleen spend their time with members of a local boy scout troop. Learn how boy scouts earn animal badges.
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Home Alone - May, 2008
Greg and Darleen talk with pet enthusiast, Sharon Oliphant. Sharon gives tips on providing proper pet care for your animal when you're away and your pet is home alone.
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Quilts for Animal Lovers , Part 2 - April, 2008
Greg and Darleen return to the Museum of the American Quilter's Society for another look at remarkable quilts with animal themes. The two part series celebrates the love of animals and quilting.
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Quilts for Animal Lovers , Part 1 - April, 2008
Greg and Darleen take a trip to the Museum of the American Quilter's Society for a look at remarkable quilts with animal themes. The two part series celebrates the love of animals and quilting. Stay tuned for part 2.
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Lowertown Artist and Pets - February, 2008
Greg and Darleen talk to three of Paducah's Lowertown artists about their art and the love of their animals. The artists Kate Foley, Michael Crouse, and Freda Fairchild brought a favorite pet and shared stories about how each makes their lives and art better.
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Feral Cats - January, 2008
Greg and Darleen talk to feral cat advocate Gina Dunning.
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Pet Grooming - January, 2008
Back by popular demand from the 2007 archives, Greg and Darleen talk with pet grooming expert, Bethany McHaney about the best ways to make your pets look their best!
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My Favorite Things - December, 2007
Tammy Shelton and Paulette McConoughey talk about their favorite pet toys and supplies.
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Paducah Police K-9 Unit - November, 2007
Greg and Darleen talk with two of Paducah's finest - Captain Mark Roberts and K-9 Officer Rob Hefner. The officers share stories about the Paducah Police Department's K-9 Unit. Find out what makes a dog a good candidate for the police department, success stories for the unit, and how the canines and the officers work together everyday and develop an unbreakable bond.
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Disaster Planning for Your Pet- October, 2007
Tornados, earthquakes, floods - all can be devastating. How do you take care of your pets during these times of need? Don't wait until a disaster happens to figure that out. Watch this edition of For the Love of Animals to help you develop a plan for your furry friends in the event of an emergency.
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Learn to Draw Your Pet - September, 2007
Learn to draw with Gretchen Smith, art teacher at Paducah Parks Services.  Greg and Darleen speak to her and her student Vincent McCann.
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Pet Nutrition - August, 2007
How much should your pet weigh? What kind of food should you feed your pet? What are the best kinds of treats for your pet? Greg and Darleen talk with veterinarian, Lanita Flanary, as she answers these questions and more.
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Volunteering - June, 2007
If you like to help animals, this is the show for you. Darlene and Greg talk with Project Hope "No-Kill" Humane Society volunteers, Stefan Jagoe and Tyler Slatick about "Make A Difference Day" at the shelter. You can make a difference too. Find out how to become a volunteer at animals shelters like Project Hope, Creatures Great and Small, and Four Rivers Bird and Animal Rescue.
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Youngsters and Pets - June, 2007
Local youngsters bring their favorite pets to the show and share special pet stories with Greg and Darlene.
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Bluebirds - April, 2007
Show discussing the proper care of bluebirds and the Cornell University and Heath Elementary School Bluebird Projects.
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