Deb Wolfe asks what is most likely to hurt you at Yellowstone? Is it a Bison? What should you do if a wild animal charges at you? A listener asks, ‘Why does my cat never get stoned off catnip?’ Deborah gives the science behind catnip and shows you her 3 rescue cats enjoying a catnip high at debwolfepetexpert on YouTube.

There is a right way and a wrong way to walk a dog through a crowd and the man Deb Wolfe saw at the Caribbean parade and Fifa crowd fest in Victoria, B.C., Canada, was doing it wrong! Please check out the footage on Deb's Facebook and tell us what you think was going on with this guy and his dog walking between his legs? Send text, emails or voice clips to [email protected] with your comments, pet questions and suggestions please.

EPISODE NOTES: Yellowstone Dangers, Catnip Myths & One Very Confusing Dog Walker

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On this fun and informative episode of Animal Party, Deb Wolfe shares valuable summertime pet safety tips after her adventures on beautiful Vancouver Island. From fireworks and crowded festivals to dog-friendly beaches, Deb explains how to keep your pets safe during busy summer outings and reveals the biggest mistakes many pet owners unknowingly make. Plus, cat lovers won't want to miss a fascinating look at feline communication as Deb uncovers the surprising science behind cat vocalizations—including why cats meow to humans but rarely to each other, and whether cats or dogs actually have the larger "vocabulary." Filled with practical advice, entertaining travel stories, and a few memorable encounters with pets along the way, this episode is packed with information every pet parent can use.

EPISODE NOTES: Cats vs. Dogs: Who Talks More? Plus Summer Pet Safety Tips Every Owner Needs

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Deborah describes some differences between wolves and dogs including bite force and gives you some basic facts about wolves and the issue of the cull. Deb Wolfe asks ‘ Why do we decide it’s a choice between wolves vs caribou when it’s our fault the wolves can reach the caribou through corridors we made into the forest?’ also in other areas where wolves were hunted later on problems with overpopulation of larger animals hurt the smaller and the wolves had to be returned to restore the vegetation so all species would have food. Do you believe the wolf cull should happen? Do you believe it’s ok to capture one wolf, radio collar it and then track it back to its pack to shoot them all from a helicopter? The riddle of the day is what popular cocktail in Canada has a connection to an animal that was rescued? Did you know that cats have expanding and flexible spines? Deb Wolfe teaches you and demonstrates how to howl so dogs will join you and howl along with you.

EPISODE NOTES: The Big Bad Wolf... or Nature's Greatest Hero?

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Today’s riddle: What famous play was interrupted during the final dramatic scene by an unexpected animal actor? And why that’s not so unexpected in that city given the lifestyle of those animals. Deb Wolfe talks about dogs, cats, birds & bears in today’s show. Do you have an original song that is about dogs, cats, horses or animals? Send it to us at [email protected] and if we play it we will have you as our guest on the show! Bears around the world are different sizes due to the Birdman rule. What should you do if camping or hiking in bear country? And what if you see a bear? Birds can be bonded to the person they see first and that happened to Deborah years back with a baby robin who would return every other year to land on her head or shoulder in spring just like the duck called Merlin that follows his owner through crowded Mexico city streets selling drinks wearing a Mexico soccer team jersey! Police and Coast guard help ducks, stolen pets and a floating dog called ‘Bruce’. See one month old golden doodle puppies as they wrestle and play .

EPISODE NOTES: Duck Tales, Bear Trails & a Stage-Crashing Mystery

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When does being Trump’s look-alike pay off in the animal world? Eye candy alert! 9 puppies now 3 weeks old playing and nursing and tumbling around just before their big move from the living room to the heated barn. Subscribe and subscribe to Deb Wolfe, Pet Expert on YouTube so you don’t miss any puppy action as they learn to bark and wrestle and discover grass and hay and change every day. Would you want a tail? 2 Grade 12 Calgary students invented a human tail that I do believe you’d be lining up for if you had a balance issue like Parkinson’s disease. 230 Bear attacks in Japan!!! And Deb says about last year’s Superman movie, ‘Krypto get the toy’! if you don’t know what that refers to watch the movie! Why should you send Deb Wolfe your pet questions and not AI? Because if you don’t ask the exact right question to AI, specifying carefully what vetted sources to check, it defaults to general possibly out of date, often incorrect info. Swallows for example can be reached by cats if the birdhouse and nest are 8 feet off the ground, though AI told us to build it there. Contrary to the first AI answers swallows do not care about human scent and their nests can be moved successfully but it was only after specific searches to sources such as the Audubon Society and legitimate authorities that Deb found the correct answers and saved the baby birds.

EPISODE NOTES: Trump Look-Alikes, Puppy Chaos & 230 Bear Attacks?!

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Deborah starts the show with the best use for 3d printing, asking you to guess what animal a 3d printer helped? Marineland mammals get a new life in America. Can a turtle 'learn'? When the dogs signal 'stay where you are', and the man says 'come on through' Deb says listen to the dog, ignore the man. When dogs aren't socialized properly to kids and odd things like scooters and wheelchairs, bad things happen, so do your due diligence to teach your dogs what is ok, and kids are ok! Remarkable Serval cat facts. Deb talks about different mama dogs she's experienced over the years and how they almost always want no other dogs around their newborns, but this mama doodle dog welcomes the poodle papa into the whelping pen like a wolf throwback.

EPISODE NOTES: What Animal Did a 3D Printer Save?

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Scientific tests show stem cell treatments help ¾ of dogs and cats live better and with less pain from osteoarthritis. Deb Wolfe explains the treatments and costs. Almost all older dogs and cats will suffer from arthritis someday so this is huge and it might be insurance covered too! Today's riddle question is who is the most famous 'Debby' right now in the animal world? Jet skiing man collides with killer whale. Yes, that really happened in the Pacific Ocean near Vancouver, B.C Canada with a crowd of tourists watching. Trained dogs & crowd control horses are keeping London's streets safe from weekly protests becoming riots. Did you hear the phrase Kamikaze dolphin in politicians' mouths? Deborah considers historic suicidal animal missions like the Russian astro dog ' Laika' and how there has got to be another way. Spring warnings about bears and baby animals. Is there anything worse than a bear raiding your garbage can? Deborah tells you what she found one time.

EPISODE NOTES: Stem Cell Treatment for Pets with Arthritis

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This week on Animal Party with Deborah Wolfe, Deb dives into a wild mix of animal news, heartfelt listener questions, and unbelievable real-life encounters! From protecting pets during dangerous summer heat waves and the hidden dangers of marijuana exposure in pets, to the historic Kentucky Derby win by the first female trainer ever, this episode is packed with fascinating stories and expert insight. Deb also shares hilarious tales of her mouse-hunting cats (and heroic poodle), reveals the shocking answer to a great blue heron rescue riddle, and explains why therapy dogs are helping autistic children become stronger readers — much to one grandfather’s confusion. It’s an emotional, funny, and thought-provoking episode full of animal behavior, compassion, and surprising animal heroes.

EPISODE NOTES: The Mouse, the Poodle & the Great Blue Heron

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On this wildly entertaining episode of Animal Party, Deb Wolfe dives into everything from dramatic eagle rescues and vaping squirrels to mysterious dog ear “aliens” and bear break-ins! Discover why a cocker spaniel’s chronic ear problem turned out to be something shockingly unexpected, how to safely care for hairy dog ears, and why pet parents should never ignore “different than usual” symptoms. Deb also explores clever animal intelligence, microchip miracle stories, astronaut reunion joy, and a fun celebrity animal trivia challenge. It’s a funny, fascinating, and heartwarming ride through the wild world of animals.

EPISODE NOTES: Eagles, Bears & Vaping Squirrels — Animal Party Gets Wild

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Deb Wolfe talks about surprising animal intelligence tests which compare dogs, horses, elephants, birds and others can recognize themselves, & animals & people they like or fear in mirrors and photos. News from India showing animal protection needs stronger penalties plus a warning to NEVER LEAVE PETS IN CARS ON HOT DAYS! Why grooming your elderly cat matters and how to make the other cats accept it when it returns smelling 'funny' like strange places. Deborah contrasts this to dogs and how they are never fooled by a new scent on an old friend whereas cats hit the panic 'stranger danger' alarm. If you want to see foraging, homestead how to videos please go to foragerdeb on TikTok and to see the Doodle Poodle team in action go to campgooddog on TikTok.

EPISODE NOTES: Mirror, Mirror: Which Animals Recognize Themselves?

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This week on Animal Party with Deborah Wolfe, listener questions spark a fascinating and funny deep dive into the minds of our pets—featuring special guest Stanley Coren, author of The Intelligence of Dogs. Can dogs really have OCD? Are we over-labeling our pets with human psychology—or are science and behavior more connected than we think? From Prozac for pups to the surprising truth about breed instincts, Deb and Dr. Coren explore how genetics, lifestyle, and training shape behavior. You’ll also learn why a bored Border Collie might redecorate your house, how to choose the right breed for your life, and whether 21 days is really enough to break a bad habit (spoiler: not even close!). Smart, insightful, and full of humor, this episode helps you better understand what makes your pet tick—and how to create a happier life together.

EPISODE NOTES: Is Your Dog OCD… or Just Bored?

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