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, 2018•38 min
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, 2018•38 min
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, 2018•13 min
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, 2018•13 min
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, 2018•23 min
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, 2018•23 min
Maria speaks with Farm Sanctuary's President and Co-Founder Gene Baur, who's been called the "conscience of the food movement" by TIME magazine. You can learn more at farmsanctuary.org.
Apr 11, 2018•29 min
Maria speaks with Farm Sanctuary's President and Co-Founder Gene Baur, who's been called the "conscience of the food movement" by TIME magazine. You can learn more at farmsanctuary.org.
Apr 11, 2018•29 min
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, 2018•14 min
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, 2018•14 min
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, 2018•13 min
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, 2018•13 min
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, 2018•19 min
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, 2018•19 min
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, 2018•33 min
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, 2018•33 min
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, 2018•30 min
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, 2018•30 min
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, 2018•24 min
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, 2018•14 min
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, 2018•38 min
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, 2018•52 min
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, 2018•23 min
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, 2018•24 min
Maria speaks with author Laura Vorreyer about her love of dogs and how she became a celebrity dog-sitter and dog-walker. 'The Pet Sitter's Tale' is available on Amazon, Authorhouse.com and through Barnes and Noble's website. Remember, Adopt Don't Shop!
Jan 18, 2018•25 min
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, 2018•58 min
Maria gives some winter tips for your dog...and cat too! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. #AdoptDontShop
Dec 21, 2017•15 min
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, 2017•48 min
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, 2017•48 min
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, 2017•48 min