Kat Albrecht

is a police detective-turned-pet detective and the founder of Missing Pet Partnership, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to reuniting lost pets with their families. Missing Pet Partnership has formed the first-ever lost pet search-and-rescue team (in Seattle, WA) and hopes to develop similar teams nationwide.

Kat pioneered the cross application of law enforcement investigative techniques and technologies to solve lost pet investigations and is widely known as an authority on training search dogs to track lost pets. Since 1997, she has trained the majority of all operational pet detectives in the USA, Canada, and even Ireland.

Kat and her search dogs have appeared on Animal Planet programs and articles about her work have appeared in People, Reader’s Digest, and Parade. Kat is the author of two books: The Lost Pet Chronicles and Dog Detectives: Train Your Dog to Find Lost Pets. She is currently crafting Bloodhound Love, a romance/mystery novel for teens.

www.KatAlbrecht.com

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Since abandoning life on Wall Street as a corporate lawyer to open Two Dogs & A Goat Incorporated, Charlotte Reed has grown her company to a premiere, full-service, pet care provider with loyal clients and countless veterinarian referrals. From working with hundreds of dogs over the years, Reed has learned how to be a good pet parent and model pet owner, and she doesn’t see any reason to keep what she knows a secret. In July 2007, her book, The Miss Fido Manners Complete Book of Etiquette (Adams Media), hit store shelves across the country. In her book, Reed instructs dog owners how to behave with their dogs so that they can be better dog owners, neighbors, customers, travelers and co-workers. Reed also works as a pet industry consultant. Charlotte is the owner of four dogs, two cats and one parrot.

7 Tips for Frugal Pet Owners in Today’s Economy

1. Save Energy, Save Money
Save pet dollars by ceasing to use pet drinking fountains.  Keep water cold and clean in the refrigerator by using a filtered pitcher.  A stainless steel bowl, available at any discount kitchen supply store, can keep water colder, longer… similar to a pet drinking fountain.
 
2. Cutting Back Can Keep Your Pets Healthy and Slim
A recent survey revealed that 40% of American pets are overweight.  Consider cutting back on the amount of food in your pet’s diet.  Break biscuits and treats into two… you have now created a treat for today and tomorrow… with fewer calories in your pet’s diet.
 
3. Spend Less by Including Your Dog
With spring’s much-anticipated arrival, vacation plans for the upcoming summer months have already begun.  By deciding to bring your pet with you on vacation you can save money on boarding services and in-house pet sitters.  A selection of rental properties and hotels, for instance in the Outer Banks, NC, or on Cape Cod, MA, are pet-friendly.  Beware, though… dog-welcome destinations fill up quickly, so do your research and book your pet-included vacation as soon as possible!
 
 4.  Home Grooming Saves Big Bucks
In today’s economy, many Americans have reduced their number of trips to the salon and spa, and your pet can, too.  Learning how to groom your dog at home will save money and reduce the frequency of trips to the professional groomers.  Grooming supplies, including a handheld shower, doggie brush and comb, pet toothbrush, canine paste and a nail clipper, can all be purchased at your local pet store for a percentage of your typical grooming fees.  Additionally, home grooming gives you a chance to detect lumps, bumps and odors that may be of concern to your pet’s health.
 
5. Spend Wisely or Not At All
Although your pet may love the local doggie day care facility that costs $40 a day, it may not fit into your budget anymore.  Visiting the local dog park allows you to spend time with your dog and play with doggie friends for FREE!  Also, hiring a dog walker for $15 a day can replace doggie daycare while you are at work. 
 
6. Up-Cycle with Puppies for a Greener Tomorrow
Instead of purchasing pee pads for your puppy you can up-cycle your daily newspaper.  By placing newspaper on a catering tray, easily purchased at a discount kitchen supply store, you have created an affordable portable potty for your dog.  The trays are cheap and easy to clean and the paper is free and easy to dispose of.
 
7.  Being Simple is Fashion Forward
Is it necessary to have the expensive leather or designer brand leash?  Or will a more economical, purple nylon leash suffice?  Purchasing toys does not have to break the bank.  Economical fashion decisions are the latest trend.  Cutting back on extravagances saves money faster.
 
For more suggestions on how to be a loving, yet frugal, pet owner, and to learn more about Charlotte Reed’sservices and expertise, please visit www.CharlotteReed.com.

My friends, Drs Kim Bloomer & Jeannie Thomason, over at Animal Talk Naturally Show have produced another fine program that I want to recommend to you. Their guest was Leslie Rugg. Leslie writes for a variety of dog magazines, is published author, and former publisher of a collie magazine and also a rare breed magazine. Leslie is also a raw feeding advocate and a great supporter of the Rabies Challenge Fund. Here is the program synopsis:

Synopsis
1. Collie lover
2. The Article
3. Business & profits
4. Who determines what OUR pets eat?
5. A success story
6. Bacteria & toxins
7. Minute poop
8. Homeostasis
9. Commitment to the animal
10. The turn to raw food
11. One Dog
12. Why breeders?
13. Dogs & their food choices
14. Balanced & complete?
15. Normal, natural & common sense
16. Leslie’s dogs
17. No Fear

Hello Everyone!

If you’ve listened to The Recipe Box show even once, you know I LOVE to giveaway great gifts. And … I’ve got some of the most wonderful guests you can find anywhere!

Several of them have made special offers to my listeners and blog readers. After all, this is Blog AND Talk Radio.

Here is the list of holiday shopping discounts you can receive. I’ll be adding more and more, so stop by and check the list frequently.

GottiTravel
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Sacred Glo
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Free shipping when for the purchase of 3 or more candles.
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Discount Code: TRB

Aspen Bloom Petcare
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Good until December 18th

Smell Goods Spa
Product: Fragrance & Spa Items
All made-to-order, natural moisturizers (including Body Spreads) are on sale!
Sale ends December 13, 2008.

Need a great splurge for yourself, or a wonderful gift for that someone special? All Spa Combos are on sale!
Sale ends December 13,2008.

That’s not all!

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Author Valerie Elsbree
Product: Book – Eating Disorders: A Guide for Families and Children

Valerie Elsbree is a licensed Psychotherapist with a Master’s degree in Social Work, a license in Clinical Social Work and is a Certified Addictions’ Professional, certified in Addictions’ Counseling and Addictions’ Studies. This book was a finalist in the 2008 New Generation IPPY Awards under the category of Children’s Non-fiction. (Independent Publisher Awards). The foreword is by Sarah Ferguson, The Duchess of York and it is written for adults to read to children and teens.

Discount: Listeners can receive a 25% discount on the list price of the book, which is $19.95. The cost, therefore, would be $14.96, plus a small amount for postage. In order to receive the discount, contact the representative directly by email at merituk@aol.com, by telephone: 561-697-1116 or by fax: 561-477-4961.