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Maria's Mutts & Stuff

Q104.3 (WAXQ-FM)www.iheart.com
Maria Milito is the voice of Q104.3 New York's middays and an advocate for animal rights. Now she's taking her passion for animals to on-demand audio and the iHeartRadio app! Remember to subcribe and, as always, #AdoptDontShop!
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Episodes

Foghat Is Raising Money For Berks Animal Rescue League

Maria speaks with Foghat's Roger Earl, Linda Arcello-Earl, and Lisa MacGregor about a raffle for an autographed Foghat "Belly Up" guitar and Stone Blue Vinyl raffle in memory of bass player Craig MacGregor. All monies received will be matched by Foghat and donated to the Animal Rescue League of Berks County where Craig volunteered. Drawing is May 12th. Go to Foghat.com.

May 01, 201838 min

Foghat Is Raising Money For Berks Animal Rescue League

Maria speaks with Foghat's Roger Earl, Linda Arcello-Earl, and Lisa MacGregor about a raffle for an autographed Foghat "Belly Up" guitar and Stone Blue Vinyl raffle in memory of bass player Craig MacGregor. All monies received will be matched by Foghat and donated to the Animal Rescue League of Berks County where Craig volunteered. Drawing is May 12th. Go to Foghat.com.

May 01, 201838 min

North Shore Animal League America Has A Message

North Shore Animal League America stopped by recently with puppies which we Facebook'd Live. We talked about all the programs they do on a local, national, and international level! animalleague.org for more info.

Apr 26, 201813 min

North Shore Animal League America Has A Message

North Shore Animal League America stopped by recently with puppies which we Facebook'd Live. We talked about all the programs they do on a local, national, and international level! animalleague.org for more info.

Apr 26, 201813 min

What Food Should I Feed My Pet?

Maria speaks with pet nutrition ambassador Peggy Schunk about what to feed our pets. Peggy offers tips on how to choose what's best for your pet.

Apr 19, 201823 min

What Food Should I Feed My Pet?

Maria speaks with pet nutrition ambassador Peggy Schunk about what to feed our pets. Peggy offers tips on how to choose what's best for your pet.

Apr 19, 201823 min

30: Livestock Water Can Be More Harmful Than We Realize

Maria spoke with animal advocate, developer, and entrepreneur D. George Anderson who is a proponent for keeping horses and livestock safe with their drinking water. We talked about the importance of water quality for farm animals; and how dangerous electric water units are for them. You can learn more at horsedrinker.com

Apr 05, 201814 min

30: Livestock Water Can Be More Harmful Than We Realize

Maria spoke with animal advocate, developer, and entrepreneur D. George Anderson who is a proponent for keeping horses and livestock safe with their drinking water. We talked about the importance of water quality for farm animals; and how dangerous electric water units are for them. You can learn more at horsedrinker.com

Apr 05, 201814 min

29: Pet Custody in Divorce Can Be Messy

Maria Milito speaks with NYC-based matrimonial attorney Jacqueline Newman about the reality of pet custody in divorces. Many U.S. courts are now treating pet custody the same way they treat child custody. Jacqueline is the author of 'Soon to Be Ex: A Woman's Guide to Her Perfect Divorce and Relaunch,' which is available now!

Mar 28, 201813 min

29: Pet Custody in Divorce Can Be Messy

Maria Milito speaks with NYC-based matrimonial attorney Jacqueline Newman about the reality of pet custody in divorces. Many U.S. courts are now treating pet custody the same way they treat child custody. Jacqueline is the author of 'Soon to Be Ex: A Woman's Guide to Her Perfect Divorce and Relaunch,' which is available now!

Mar 28, 201813 min

28: Miss Vivienne the French Bulldog Says “Where’s My Money?”

Maria speaks with photographer, designer and author Bob Johnson about his book 'Where’s My Money.' The book of photos centers on Bob's foster pup Vivienne who his friends said always looked like she was asking, “Where’s My Money?” Bob and Maria talk about fostering dogs and more! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

Mar 21, 201819 min

28: Miss Vivienne the French Bulldog Says “Where’s My Money?”

Maria speaks with photographer, designer and author Bob Johnson about his book 'Where’s My Money.' The book of photos centers on Bob's foster pup Vivienne who his friends said always looked like she was asking, “Where’s My Money?” Bob and Maria talk about fostering dogs and more! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

Mar 21, 201819 min

27: PAWS NY Helps People Keep Their Pets

Maria speaks with Rachel Herman, founder of PAWS NY: Pets Are Wonderful Support. PAWS NY helps NY’s most vulnerable residents such as senior citizens, people with disabilities, and low-income workers keep their pets by having volunteers help out. Learn more at pawsny.org, and “Like” them on social media! #AdoptDontShop

Mar 13, 201833 min

27: PAWS NY Helps People Keep Their Pets

Maria speaks with Rachel Herman, founder of PAWS NY: Pets Are Wonderful Support. PAWS NY helps NY’s most vulnerable residents such as senior citizens, people with disabilities, and low-income workers keep their pets by having volunteers help out. Learn more at pawsny.org, and “Like” them on social media! #AdoptDontShop

Mar 13, 201833 min

26: It Takes A Village To Make a Dog Park!

Maria speaks with Oakland NJ resident Ryan Schwertfeger who has been working for almost a decade to get a dog park in his town. Ryan talks about fundraising, petitions, city council, and perseverance! You can learn more by visiting the @OakNJdogpark Facebook page. #AdoptDontShop

Mar 06, 201830 min

26: It Takes A Village To Make a Dog Park!

Maria speaks with Oakland NJ resident Ryan Schwertfeger who has been working for almost a decade to get a dog park in his town. Ryan talks about fundraising, petitions, city council, and perseverance! You can learn more by visiting the @OakNJdogpark Facebook page. #AdoptDontShop

Mar 06, 201830 min

25: The Best and Worst States for Animal Protection

The Animal Legal Defense Fund released its annual report ranking the animal protection laws of the 50 states. Maria discusses the report with Lora Dunn, director of the ALDF’s criminal justice program. Where does YOUR state rank? See the report at ALDF.ORG. And remember: #AdoptDontShop!

Feb 28, 201824 min

24: How Toxins Get into Pet Food

Maria speaks with Jackie Bowen of Clean Label Project. Clean Label Project’s mission is to educate the consumer when shopping for products like dog and cat food, infant formula, etc.by research and testing products. Lately, we’ve been hearing about pentobarbital (a euthanasia drug) found in pet food and Jackie explains why it’s happening. Check out their research at cleanlabelproject.org. Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. And remember: adopt, don't shop!

Feb 21, 201814 min

23: How Can We Get Over a Pet's Death?

Maria spoke with family therapist and author of 'The Pet Loss Companion' Ken Dolan-Del Vecchio about why it’s so difficult for us to cope with a pet’s death and how to cope with it, as well as dealing with people who tell us to just get over it. Visit greengateleadership.com for more info. #AdoptDontShop

Feb 14, 201838 min

22: The Suffolk SPCA Protects the Rights of Animals

Maria speaks with Chief Roy Gross from The Suffolk County SPCA, the only animal agency present at Ground Zero following 9/11. Did you know over 3000 cases of animal abuse were reported in Suffolk last year? Think about how many cruelty cases that means nationwide! Chief Roy advises “if you see something, say something” when it comes to animal cruelty. Learn more at suffolkspca.org. And, remember, adopt, don't shop!

Feb 07, 201852 min

21: Animal Photography Isn’t Easy!

Maria spoke with photographer Liza Margulies about the key to taking an animal’s photo. Liza donates her time to various shelters, including The SPCA of Westchester. There are some 2018 Shelter Cats and Shelter Dogs Calendars available with 100% of the profits donated to shelter animals! Visit Snootydog.com for more. Remember: adopt, don't shop!

Jan 31, 201823 min

20: Do You Know the Difference Between a Coyote, a Wolf, and a Dog?

Maria Milito spoke to Frank Vincenti of The Wild Dog Foundation about why we're seeing coyotes in urban areas, what to do if you see a coyote, the difference between wolves and coyotes, and more! To show support, please "Like" The Wild Dog Foundation's Facebook page. And remember, #AdoptDontShop.

Jan 24, 201824 min

18: Best Friends Animal Society Has Been Saving Them All For 34 Years

Maria spoke with Best Friends' Co-Founder Faith Maloney about the sanctuary in Utah; Dogtown; adoptable animal sleepovers; Michael Vick's dogs; and more! (BFAS is one of Maria's favorite organizations!) Learn more at bestfriends.org. Subscribe to 'Maria's Mutts & Stuff' so you don't miss an episode!

Jan 09, 201858 min

16: Shelter Pets Aren’t Damaged; They’re Boroughbreds!

Maria spoke with Alexandra Silver, Community Advocacy & Outreach Manager for NYC’s Animal Care Centers. They talked about the shelter’s new campaign “NYC Boroughbreds” and why you should check out any city shelter — across the country — if you’re looking to add a pet to your home. NYcacc.org for more info. And remember, Adopt Don’t Shop!

Dec 13, 201748 min

15: Author Karen Nicksich Talks About Life With A Therapy Dog

Maria talks with author Karen Nicksich, who wrote “The Time of My Life,” a book which helps children deal with the loss of a pet. They talk about the differences between therapy dogs and service dogs, plus Karen’s volunteer work with Love on a Leash. Karen is currently looking for a publisher for her Earth Angels project. Pet-angelreader.com.

Dec 06, 201748 min

14: The Animal Cancer Foundation Is Trying To Find A Cure

Maria spoke with Barbara Cohen (Executive Director) and Dr Gerald Post (Board Member and Founder) of The Animal Cancer Foundation. They spoke about how the ACF is dedicated to finding a cure for cancer by studying the similarities of pet cancers and human cancers, such as the current Canine Cancer Genome Project. Get more info at ACFoundation.org. November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month. And remember, Adopt Don’t Shop!

Nov 22, 201748 min
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