Variety Channel

January 09, 2009

How to Save Your Pet\'s Life!

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Could you save your Pets life in an emergency? Susans guest this week,
Thom Somes
, is known as The Pet Safety Guy and has taught Pet CPR, First Aid and Care classes across the US. He will give us the crucial safety techniques pet owners need to know to keep their dogs and cats alive and thriving. Join us and learn the 7 Actions-for-Survival to handle any pet emergencies.




Episode Segments

How to Save Your Pet's Life! - Part one

Thom talks about how critically important it is that a pet owner is well-versed in basic first-aid. He explains what owners should know about the most common medical emergencies for pets, which are choking and poisoning.

How to Save Your Pet's Life! - Part two

Thom answers listener questions about pet health issues, including whether its dangerous to allow a cat to at dirt, and what his thoughts are on the increasing occurrences of thyroid disease in cats. He also explains how to do a snout-to-tail assessment of your pet.

How to Save Your Pet's Life! - Part three

Thom travels across the country conducting training programs, and he talks about the value of pet first-aid classes and why they are so helpful. He also explains the meaning of the term petizen and why he is such a believer in it.

Links to Related Websites

Look While You Listen!

Visit the Wild About Pets official web site and view the pictures Susan and her guest(s) are discussing.

PetTech.net

Thom Somes\' PetTech.net has animal first aid tips, pet CPR info, and ways to care for your pet.

DoggieDoggieAreYouOK.com

Thom Somes\' grassroots advocacy website is DoggieDoggieAreYouOK.com. Check it out!

Guest(s) Appearing on this Episode

Thom Somes

Thom Somes, “The Pet Safety Guy”, is the author of Knowing your Pet’s Health: A Guide for Optimal Wellness from Snout-to-Tail.

Click Here to visit his website