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Judy Gold is Funny For Fido Comedian Judy Gold joins us to talk about her burning desire to own a dog. She wants a big dog that sleeps with her and looks her in the eye. She minces no words when it comes to dressing up the dog. Earl Holliman Dedicating His Life To Animals From stage and screen, actor Earl Holliman is back on Animal Radio to tell us about Fritz Coleman’s Comedy Show to benefit Actors and Others for Animals spay and neuter programs. Richest Acquisition in Internet History Chewy, the online pet product retailer that rocketed to nearly $1 billion in reported sales in only five years, has more than likely set a record for the richest acquisition in Internet history after Chewy was bought by the PetSmart pet store chain. Sources familiar with the deal say the price is $3.35 BILLION dollars. For PetSmart, it is all part of the company’s transformational journey. Chewy’s founder Ryan Cohen will remain CEO and Chewy will operate largely as an independent subsidiary. Training Cats - Yep! Steven Applebaum is our guest. A former dog-trainer, he now heads up the Animal Behavior College. This institution trains humans for the pet industry. He wants to tell us about his new program training people to train cats. Oh, and yes, they are trainable. Anthropomorphizing Your Pet Is Not “Stupid” Dr. Nicholas Epley, a professor of behavioral science at the University of Chicago says, “Historically, anthropomorphizing has been treated as a sign of childishness or stupidity.” But, he claims it actually makes humans smarter and no other species has this tendency. PETCO Wins Lawsuit After Rat Bite Fever Death A San Diego jury has sided with Petco in a lawsuit brought by the family of a 10-year-old boy who died after contracting an illness from a rat purchased at a Petco store. The jury found Petco was not negligent or liable in the death of Aidan Pankey four years ago. The boy’s father filed a 20 million-dollar lawsuit saying that Petco knows the rats it sells are likely to carry rat-bite fever.

Star Trek Star Changes His Mind About Pit Bulls Actor and humanitarian Sir Patrick Stewart is fostering a pit bull named Ginger after they bonded instantly. He admits that he once believed the negative stereotypes about pit bulls, but his love for Ginger and other pit bulls has grown so deep that now he’s partnered up with the ASPCA to #GetTough against dog fighters. Fear Free Movement When Dr. Marty Becker created the Fear Free certification for Veterinarians, he had no idea it would take off so fast. More and more veterinarians are creating a relaxed environment that pets will like. They’re practicing techniques that make dogs and cats enjoy going to the vet. The end-game is happier, healthier pets that live longer. Taiwan Outlaws Cat & Dog Meat for Humans Taiwan is the first country in Asia to pass a law outlawing the human consumption of dog and cat meat. An amendment to an animal protection law, passed earlier this month by the Taiwanese, indicates a changing attitude in, “A society in which dog meat was regularly eaten, to one in which many people treat pet cats and dogs as valued members of their families,” according to the government’s own news agency. Giving The West Coast Some Love TV Host and Animal Advocate David Frei has been the top dog at Westminster for almost 30 years. He tells us that he’s created the first major west coast AKC Dog Show and it’s all going on in Beverly Hills. Trailing the super success of the Thanksgiving Day Dog Show, NBC has bankrolled the celebrity filled dog show. Eliminating Hairballs If your cat is always hawking up hairballs, then perhaps you should hear what Animal Radio’s Dogfather, Joey Villani has to say. He has some inexpensive and effective ways to reduce the hair your cat consumes. This is especially helpful if you’ve ever stepped in a juicy hairball in the middle of the night.

Goats of Anarchy Leanne Lauricella traded her Mercedes in for a Chevy, gave up her fast-track career and moved to a farm to raise goats. She’s now the proud guardian of 50+ goats, including “Polly,” the goat that wears a duck costume. Her viral video has people up in arms asking why she’s dressing her goat in a duck costume. She has a pretty good reason. I Talk To Dead Pooches When Brent Atwater was five years old she became aware of her power to talk to dead pets. Often times, the pet would reveal embarrassing things about their previous owner. Brent says she loves being a clairvoyant, “you never know what an animal is going to say. They will tell you if you drink or smoke too much, have flatulence problems or your spouse is cheating on you.” Pets Reduce Obesity in Babies A study at the University of Alberta in Canada finds that being exposed to pets early in life may reduce the risk of developing not only allergies, but obesity too! Researchers found that babies from families with pets, especially dogs, had higher levels of two types of microbes that are known to lower risks of allergies and obesity. Cat-Man Trend The Pet Food Manufacturing Association is reporting a 25% rise over the past year of men with cats. That’s a full one million more cat-owning men. The study found that undergraduate students rated photographs of men labeled as cat people less masculine than images of men labeled as dog people or not labeled at all U.S.P.S. Bite Rankings Released The U.S. Postal Service has released its dog bite rankings for 2016, saying more than 6,700 mail carriers were bitten by dogs nationwide last year. Los Angeles topped the list with 80 reported bites, followed by Houston with 62 bites; Cleveland at 60; San Diego at 57; Detroit at 48; Denver at 47; Chicago at 46; Indianapolis at 44; and Minneapolis at 43 bites.

Are Dogs Right or Left Pawed? Comedian Jo Anne Worley reveals new research that answers the age-old question, "Can dogs have a preferred paw just like humans are left or right handed." Your Pet's Bucket List Lauren Watt created a bucket list for her terminally ill dog. She posted it on Yahoo and never expected the response. It went viral. Simon and Schuster asked her to write a book about her dog 160lb Mastiff, Gizelle. She has advice on preparing a bucket list for your pet when the time comes? Day Care Uses Shock Collar Without Owner's Permission A Chicago man says he was concerned to find an electric shock, anti-bark collar around his dog's neck when he picked her up from pet daycare. The owner says there was big box on the side of the collar and that box was almost directly on her throat. The owner of the Posh Pet Day Spa stated "it was put on the dog by accident because he and his daughter both use the collars on their own dogs." Apparently the daycare center also sells the collars. Pit Bull Service Dog Helps Fainter It's not often that you see the much maligned Pit Bull as a service dog. In fact, while the breed is banned in Denver, the American Disabilities Act makes Rachel McClennan's Pit Bull, Sally, exempt from the ban. Rachel has a neurological disability that makes her faint. Generally, these kinds of service animals can smell chemical changes in a person’s body that indicates a seizure or loss of consciousness may occur, giving the patient time to prepare. Scammer Asks For Ransom To Return Lost Pets Can you even imagine losing your pet then getting a ransom note? Detectives in Hot Springs Arkansas are tracking a person who has tried to collect ransom payments from three pet owners who lost their animals. The scam's first victim was a woman who trains horses. Her cat, Orange, disappeared from the racetrack in the middle of February. After five weeks of waiting for a response to all of her lost and found ads and posters, she received a text message from a man claiming to have their cat. Animal Radio News Director Lori Brooks has the story and tips to avoid being scammed.

Drone is a Game Changer for Lost Pets Hobbyist Kenneth Hendrick specifically bought his flying camera drone to look for lost pets in Florida. Teaming up with a Loxahatchee Lost and Found Pets Inc, they search for up to 95 animals a month. He says he reunites pet parents with cats, dogs, pigs, turtles and even calves. 5 Household Hazards for Pet Birds Birds are really remarkable pets that can fill a home with love, laughter and entertainment. They are interactive and intelligent. Unfortunately, they are also susceptible to household dangers that are very common in many homes. Pet World Insider Robert Semrow shares some of these dangers that exist before they bring harm to a pet bird in your life. Federal Agents Killing Millions of Animals, Including Pets Federal agents killed 154,943 animals in the state of Washington alone last year. The agency responsible is the little-known Wildlife Services of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which for public and private sector clients kills animals all over the country, from ravens, swans and doves to wolves, which are deemed a “problem” by the client. Last month 14-year old boy was injured and his 3- year-old yellow Lab was killed by a cyanide trap set by Wildlife Services intended to kill coyotes in Idaho. Boy Scout Serves as a Role Model Animal Advocate. Alex Quintero is the first Boy Scout to create an Eagle Service Project assisting shelter animals. At 17 years old, he’s focused on whatever he can do to help his local shelter in Flagstaff, Arizona. From collecting blankets to acquiring food for shelter animals, you’ll find Alex stepping forward to assist animals and help them get adopted.

John Salley Brings His "A" Game The incredibly talented and charismatic John Salley was the first NBA player to win four championships with three different franchises, Detroit, Miami and the LA Lakers. But did you know he's also a Vegan and has an affinity for kittens. He'll be co-hosting Hallmark Channel's 'Meow Madness' Kitten Basketball Championship. John is our special guest this week. Find out what it's like to be a top athlete and abstain from all meat and dairy. Just How Well Can Your Cat Smell? Dr. Marty Becker is doing research on smells your cat likes. It’s all in the name of science. He wants your pet’s environment to be “Fear Free.” While we all know about Catnip, did you know Silver-vine and Honeysuckle will also appeal to your feline friends. But stay away from the Glade and Aroma Plug-ins. They could really annoy your pet…even make them sick. Animal Abusers Barred From Owning Pets in RI. People convicted of abusing animals would be barred from owning a new pet in Rhode Island under a new law being considered in the state’s General Assembly. It would create a statewide registry of animal abusers barring animal shelters, pet stores and breeders from allowing the sale or adoption of an animal to someone listed on the registry. Under the proposal, anyone convicted or pleading no contest to animal abuse would have to register and abusers who fail to register, or who are caught owning another pet, would be subject to up to one year in prison plus a $1,000 fine. Firefighter Finds Lost Blind Dog Firefighter Dan Estrada is being called a hero after he took a casual stroll into the woods and came back with a beloved blind family dog, who had been missing for eight days, slung over his shoulders. The dog, 12-year-old Sage, had been reported missing from his family’s home in San Lorenzo Valley, California. The family had searched everywhere, put up posters and even hired a dog tracker but still had no clue what happened to Sage. It turns out Dan the firefighter and his friend were out hiking through the redwoods when they saw Sage lying down by a river, but he wasn’t moving. The firefighter slung the lab across his shoulders and carried him back to town. You can imagine how happy Sage’s family was. They threw a big neighborhood party to celebrate and offered Estrada a $1,000 reward, which he turned down and suggested that they donate the money to an animal charity.

Clint Eastwood’s a Chihuahua Kind of Guy. Alison Eastwood, daughter of actor Clint Eastwood, is back to tell us more about her animal advocacy efforts. She’s created a website to link foster animals with foster parents. She also says her dad just adopted a Chihuahua. Not necessarily the breed most people expect the gruff actor to befriend. Has Your Pet Food Ever Been Recalled? Dave Baker created a website that contains a database of pet food recalls. You can check to see if your pet food has ever been on a recall list, or if it’s one of the few that has never had any issues. Knowing if your pet’s food is safe is crucial lately. There has been a glut or recalled pet food in the last 6 months. Tattoo Memorializes Dog Using Its Ashes You know the bond you have with your own pets. Can you imagine the bond that would develop if you worked for years in a war zone with a bomb detection dog? A veteran who served in Afghanistan understandably formed a strong bond with Treo, a black lab who worked by his side in the British military. When they both retired, the handler adopted Treo and the two enjoyed their lives in peace until, at the age of 14, Treo passed away. His handler Dave decided to get a tattoo of Treo’s paw print and a poem. But that wasn’t all. Dave asked the tattoo artist mix some of Treo’s ashes in the ink so Treo would forever be a part of him. Family Sues and Wins $885,000 After Police Shoot Dog When two Hartford, Connecticut police sergeants got a bad tip about illegal weapons on the Harris family’s property, they should have obtained a warrant. Instead, the family says they came onto their property, guns out of their holsters. As the officers they were leaving, the daughter of the family let one of their Saint Bernards out the back door. The dog approached the unfamiliar officers in his territory and one of the officers shot the dog…twice, in front of the girl. The Harris family then sued the police, starting a legal battle that went on for 11 years. After multiple trials, the city of Hartford has finally agreed to settle the case for $885,000.

New Pet Product Special It’s that time again for our bi-yearly special show featuring the latest and hottest new pet products- coming to a pet store near you. We’ll have giveaways from the Global Pet Expo, one of the two tremendous pet-trade conventions in the U.S. Today we’re featuring the Pet Acoustics Cube pre-loaded with music designed specifically for your pet. We’ll also be introducing the world’s first automatic self-cleaning DOG potty. Financing Your Next Pet The Sabin family had bought their new dog for $2,400 with financing offered at the pet store. Then they received a payment notice that said she owed $5,800. When Dawn Sabin tracked down a customer service rep at the company she found out she didn’t really own the dog after all. They told her, “You’re not financing the dog, you’re leasing.” Without quite realizing it, the family had agreed to make 34 monthly lease payments of $165 after which they had the right to buy the dog $300. This is more common than you might think. The Term “Cat Lady” Added To Dictionary Oxford Dictionaries has announced the addition of 300 new words and short phrases that will be added to its dictionaries. Among them “cat lady” made this year’s cut. So what exactly is the definition of a cat lady? It’s a noun and refers to an older woman who lives alone with a large number of cats, to which she is thought to be obsessively devoted. Before You Hire a Pet Sitter… Animal Radio’s Pet World Insider Robert Semrow has the ‘Top 5 Must Knows When Hiring A Pet Sitter.” It isn’t easy to find the perfect person to take care of your furry family and we understand that. Make sure you’re not vulnerable to any ‘pet-sitters from hell.’ N.Y. Court Upholds Tough Restrictions on Sale of Cats and Dogs A Federal Appeals Court has rejected a bid to overturn a New York City law imposing tough restrictions on the sale of dogs and cats. The verdict early this month is considered a huge victory for animal advocates and those animals that would normally be sold by puppy mills and mass breeding operations. The 2015 law says pet shops could only obtain dogs and cats from federally licensed breeders with clean recent animal welfare facility visits and could not sell dogs and cats over eight weeks old or weighing less than two pounds, unless they were spayed or neutered.

Fake Service Animals Might Be A Crime Misrepresenting a pet as a service animal may become a crime in Wyoming under a bill being considered in the State Legislature. The issue stems from people claiming their pet is a service animal in order to bring it into a place like a restaurant, store or rental property that doesn’t allow pets. Battling Allergies in Pets Sure, many of us are allergic to pet’s dander, but did you know that your dog’s scratching and itching could be their allergies. Whatever the source, food or environmental, there are great new medicines with little or no side-effects. Animal Radio Veterinary Correspondent Dr. Marty Becker explores these alternative allergy treatments. Dog Shoots Sleeping Girlfriend A man who claims his girlfriend was shot while she was sleeping is blaming the dog! Brian Murphy says his partner was shot in the leg after their dog Diesel leaped on the nightstand where he keeps his gun and accidentally set it off. What My Dog Taught Me Sanjay Gupta is our guest this week. He says he learned more from his dog than he did during 25 years of Philosophy education. His dog’s insights clarify what really is important in life. Sanjay will share the most poignant message his Basset Hound taught him. Everything’s Bigger in Texas Only in Texas would you walk into someone’s home and be greeted by a 2,500 pound family pet buffalo named Wild Thing. He’s been living in his human parents house since he was a three-month-old calf and is treated just like he’s a member of the family. Ronnie and Sherron Bridges even gave Wild Thing his own bedroom, where they say he likes to watch cartoons. They also let him eat at their dining room table and are OK with him wandering in and out of the house whenever he pleases. The Bridges say “It’s like having a small car in the house.”

Catty with Paula Poundstone Comedian Paula Poundstone (Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me!) is back to explain why she’s not a “crazy cat lady,” despite her menagerie of 14 cats. While there aren’t a lot of “sure-things” in this world, Paula is pretty sure she won’t be getting her deposit back when she moves out. Amy Holland Passionate About Adoption The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, and wife of Michael McDonald, Amy Holland is our special guest along with her pup, “Tulip.” Ladybug The Animal Radio Studio Stunt Dog loves her new album with David Crosby and her hubby. You will too. Tax Credit for Pet Adoption A bill introduced in the Oregon Senate would allow a tax credit of up to $100 for someone who adopts a dog or cat from an animal rescue facility. Senate Bill 326 would provide a credit for qualified adoption expenses, including adoption fees, vaccinations, spaying or neutering and micro-chipping. Opponents of the proposal say, “SB 326 creates a new tax credit, despite the fact that the state has a current budget shortfall of $1.8 billion dollars.” Do Pets Grieve For Other Pets? The impact of the loss of a pet in some people is as great as the loss of a human. A new study indicates that our cats and dogs also grieve after the loss of a furry-sibling. Cats seemed to be needier after the death of another family pet. 40% demanding more affection. 36% of cats sought out the deceased favorite spot. Almost half of the cats had a change in vocalization behavior. Labrador Falling Out of Favor in U.K. The Labrador is no longer the top dog in Britain; it’s now the French Bulldog, which is a celebrity favorite for the David Beckham and Lady Gaga. It will be the first time the Labrador Retriever will have been knocked off the top spot in 27 years. The Lab has been the most popular dog breed in the UK since 1990, the year it overtook the Yorkshire Terrier.

Bob Barker’s 15th Visit with Animal Radio Iconic TV host and Animal Advocate Bob Barker is back for his 15th appearance on Animal Radio. At 93 years old, Bob is still helping animals live better lives. He’s been instrumental in unshackling elephants from circus acts; even relocating several to sanctuaries. Now he’s rescuing orphan bears in Canada. Dogs Prefer Reggae Over Heavy Metal When you leave the house, do you leave the TV or radio on for your pets? New research indicates that when it comes to music, dogs like variety. The results make a very strong case for music as a calming technique, especially in shelters where the high stress levels can cause dogs to cower, bark loudly, jump at people for attention and behave in ways that make them less likely to be adopted. Bill Would Ban Pets on Lap While Driving North Carolina State lawmaker, Representative Garland Pierce wants pet owners to show affection for their pets, but not while they are trying to drive a car. Pierce says, “I don’t have a problem with pets, actually, I want people to love their pets. But I want the highways to be safer.” Miniature Donkey Craze There’s a new trend in the world of exotic pets, but not your typical exotic animal. We’re talking about the increase in people who are adopting miniature donkeys. These miniature donkeys are pretty much about the same size as a large dog! Animal Terminal Opens at JFK Airport The world’s first privately owned animal terminal and quarantine facility has opened at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York. The ARK, as its known, is a huge $65 million dollar, 14 acre facility that is cozy enough for a tiny kitten but spacious enough for a Clydesdale.

Alaska is the Unlikely Adopter of New Pet Custody Laws For the first time, a state has specifically said that a companion animal has visibility in a divorce proceeding beyond that of property and that the court may award custody on the basis of what is best for the dog, not the human owners. In a first, Alaska divorce courts will now treat pets more like children even though, in the eyes of the law, animals are considered property. It makes Alaska the first state in the country to require courts to take “into consideration the well-being of the animal” and to explicitly empower judges to assign joint custody of pets. Dog Dies, 5 Others Sickened from Pentobarbital in Pet Food At least five dogs have been sickened and one has died after eating Evanger’s brand “Hunk of Beef” canned dog food. The reason is a barbiturate, Pentobarbital, has been found in one lot of the food. Avengers is recalling five lots of 12-ounce cans of “Hunk of Beef” dog food that have expiration dates of June 2020 which were distributed in 15 states. Pentobarbital is frequently used to euthanize dogs and cats, which calls into question what the beef protein really was. This is not the first time Evanger’s has been flagged by the FDA. In 2011, a can of Evanger’s Grain-free Duck pet food did not contain any duck meat according to the FDA. Leaked Video Was Misleadingly Edited The official report is out on that leaked video from the movie A Dog’s Purpose. The video showed a frightened dog being forced into churning water during filming. An independent report by a board certified veterinarian concludes the video was misleadingly edited and the German Shepherd, Hercules, was unharmed. American Humane which oversees all animals on film sets says, “The decisions by the individual or individuals who captured and deliberately edited the footage and then waited longer than 15 months to release the manipulated video only days before the movie’s premiere, raises serious questions about their motives and ethics.” American Humane, which had an animal safety representative on the set, acknowledged that, “the handling of the dog in the first scene in the video should have been gentler and signs of stress recognized earlier.” Germany Taxes Dog Owners In Germany, there’s a legal difference between pet owners. Dog-owners are taxed for their pet, while cat-owners currently aren’t, though some say that should change. An estimated 13 million cats call Germany home and that doesn’t include stray cats. German officials say those policies help prevent shelters from being overrun and allow them to stick to a ‘no-kill policy.’

Exploring How Animals Think, Talk, and Feel Nancy Castaldo authored a book with vivid photographs, first-person interviews and historical anecdotes exploring animals’ ability to show empathy, communicate and develop complex social societies. Police Given Okay To Shoot Dogs In a shocking and controversial decision, a Michigan Federal Court granted police the right to shoot a dog that moves or barks at them when they are inside a home. The decision stems from a 2013 incident in Battle Creek, Michigan where police shot and killed two dogs while executing a search warrant looking for drugs inside a couple’s house. Third Hand Smoke Harms Pets The FDA has a new warning for pet owners who smoke saying it’s not just second-hand smoke that’s harmful to pets.  Animals are also at risk for being exposed to third-hand smoke, which includes the residue that lingers on skin, clothes, carpets and other household items that ends up on their fur. Obviously most animals groom themselves, meaning that residue getting transferred from the floor, couch or your hand to their fur – is ingested. Skin Cream Kills Dogs A skin cancer cream that is usually used to cure and prevent skin cancer has killed at least five dogs after they accidentally swallowed it. The FDA is warning pet owners to keep the prescription cream out of reach from pets. It is called Fluorouracil and is sold under the brand names Fluoroplex, Efudex and Carac. Kids Don’t Need Siblings, Just a Pet! According to a new study from the University of Cambridge, children get more satisfaction from the relationships they have with their pets than with their brothers and sisters. The research also found that many children get along with their pets better than their siblings. While boys and girls were equally satisfied with their pets, girls reported more companionship and conflict with their pet than boys, and girls talks more to their pets.

Ethical Questions About American Humane The American Humane Association (AHA) charges thousands of dollars to put its "No Animal Were Harmed in the Making of this Movie" certification at the end of feature films. However, one has to question the ethics of this business model after two alleged incidents of animal cruelty on accredited movie sets. Should the same organization that is supposedly watching over animals have influencers in their pocket book? Nature is the Worst E. Reid Ross (Cracked) will tell us about 500 of the most absurd and horrifying things that happen in nature. From murderous squirrels to farting fish, "E" uncovers, and revels in, some of Mother Nature's ugliest moments. Having a Pet Alligator Mary Thorn is no regular pet guardian. Yes, she has dogs, but she also has a pet squirrel and an Alligator that she dresses in clothing. Mary just battled the State of Florida to keep "Rambo," a 6' gator that she considers part of the family. The calm and collected reptile also is a therapy animal for troubled children. Cat Gets Diploma There's a cat named Oreo C. Collins from Macon, Georgia, who successfully earned an online "High School Diploma" from Jefferson High School. Oreo's owner, Kelvin Collins, actually got Oreo's diploma as a way to highlight fraud in online degree programs. World's Longest Tail A dog in Belgium earned himself a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records for having the world's longest tail. An Irish wolfhound named Keon gets the honor. His tail measures 30.2 inches long from the top of the bone to the tip, without including his hair, according to the Guinness World Records.

You're Petting Your Pets Wrong Dr. Marty Becker is back with new research that shows you may be petting cats and dogs improperly. This is especially important if you're a veterinarian. The Fear Free Pets movement wants us to rethink how we interact with our four-legged friends. Do Dogs Like 'Baby Talk' Most of us baby talk to babies and our dogs, but maybe we should just limit it to puppies because it turns out older dogs aren't so impressed with our baby talk. A new study shows that baby talk, also known as dog-directed speech when you're conversing with your dog, gets a big response from puppies, but older dogs really couldn’t care less. No Pets in The White House - But VP Doesn't Disappoint! When Vice President Mike Pence and his family moved into the Naval Observatory last week, a new furry friend accompanied them: a rabbit named Marlon Bundo. Marlon the rabbit accompanied the Pences to D.C. on Air Force Two, the vice president's plane, recently. The Pences also have two cats, Oreo and Pickle. We're hoping that by now Oreo and Pickle have gotten used to the leftover smells from the Biden's German Shepherd, Champ. Pet Owners Fined for Animals Left Out in Cold In Yakima, Washington, authorities are giving a warning to unkind pet owners after receiving reports of animals being left outside in frigid temperatures. Since the beginning of last month, animal control has already responded to at least 60 animal welfare checks. Pet owners could face a misdemeanor charge for animal neglect if their pets are found in distress and given a fine from $250 to $5,000 depending on the severity. Recipe for Cats and Dogs To Get Along Cats and dogs really can get along to the point that they'll play hard together, drink water from the same bowl and cuddle on the couch, according to research led from Tel Aviv University. They discovered the recipe for success is to adopt the cat first and introduce a dog while both pets are still young. In homes where the cat and dog are mates, the research suggests they've managed to correctly read each other's body cues.