Loving Animals (formerly Be Humane) on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)

This week’s show was recorded at American Humane Association’s 'Hero Dog Awards Gala Luncheon' in Palm Beach, Florida. Our guests this week include Food Network star Donatella Arpaia, Emmy-winning comedian Dave Konig, Dan and Rudi Taylor, the parents of 2015 American Hero Dog Harley, Sgt. Matt Eversmann, the inspiration for the movie Black Hawk Down and an American Humane Association National Ambassador, and Maureen Callahan, the New York Post reporter who was awarded the National Humanitarian Medal, American Humane Association’s highest honor, for her incredible reporting on war dogs

Last week American Humane Association traveled to Capitol Hill to address Congress about important advances in the study of cancer in kids and animals. Did you know that elephants rarely get cancer? And that cuddly therapy dogs could be the key in helping kids with cancer have better recoveries? Listen to find out why!

This week Robin comes at you live from American Humane Association’s headquarters in Washington, DC where a swarm of dedicated volunteers are lovingly assembling hundreds of care packages to send to brave military working dog teams deployed around the globe. Learn why American Humane Association is teaming up with the Military Working Dog Team Support Association on this important project.

This week Robin previews this heartwarming new Chicken Soup for the Soul book about how very good and very bad our amazing cats can be. Book contributors Carol Teed, Beverly Stowe McClure, and Mark Leiren-Young each stop by to discuss how their feline friends changed their lives.

Robin is pleased to feature several contributors from this heartwarming new Chicken Soup for the Soul book about how very good and very bad our amazing dogs can be. Up first is Amy Newmark, the editor-in-chief and publisher of the Chicken Soup for the Soul books, who discusses her proud "granddogs." She is followed by authors Kathryn Hackett Bales and Pat Whaler, who both contributed delightful stories to this new book.

This week Robin chats with two super additions to the American Humane Association family. Up first, we meet Randy Collins, the new National Director of the 100-year old Red Star Rescue team, which has rescued animals in crisis since World War I. Then, Capt. Jason Haag, USMC (Ret.), talks about his exciting new role as National Director of Military Affairs, with programs to help active duty heroes, veterans, their families, and military dogs.

With millions of Americans set to celebrate Thanksgiving next week, what’s almost as important as the people gathering around the table is food served upon it. This week’s show comes live once again from the halls of Congress from a congressional briefing celebrating humane farming. Joining her on this week’s special episode are Humane Bond Caucus co-chair Congressman Gus Bilirakis, Michelin-starred Chef Ken Frank, happy egg co. president David Wagstaff, Scandinavian Meat Masters co-founder Mika Manninen, National Milk Producers Federation CEO Jim Mulhern, and "America’s Pig Farmer of the Year" Keith Schoettmer.

Join Robin as she gives an exclusive behind-the-scenes peek at the 2015 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards! Listen in for backstage and red carpet interviews with this year’s heroic winning dogs like 2015 American Hero Dog Harley, celebrities and more! And be sure to tune in to the TV broadcast Friday October 30th on Hallmark Channel at 8 pm ET/PT and 7 Central.

It’s the conclusion of our four-part series interviewing all eight 2015 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards finalists. Richard Nash is our first guest, and his Therapy Dog category winner Hudson the Railroad Puppy has an amazing story of hope, redemption, and love. Our last, but most certainly not least, interview is with police officer Chris Alberini, whose furry partner K9 Dax is the winner of the Law Enforcement Dog category for his bravery and valor in the face of a dangerous situation

Not all superheroes wear a cape to fly. We’re now one step closer to a guaranteed ride home for ALL military working dogs if the president signs an important bill. Robin discusses this important legislation with two heroic K9 Battle Buddy teams: Marines Corporal Jeff DeYoung and MWD Cena and Army Specialist Brent Grommet and MWD Matty.

Every October American Humane Association celebrates Adopt-a-Dog Month, and this year they’re promoting the importance of senior dogs. Robin’s first guest literally wrote the book on older dogs, Laura Coffey, the author of My Old Dog: Rescued Pets with Remarkable Second Acts. Later, Robin chats with AHA’s Dr. Amy McCullough about what pets in classrooms can teach kids.

For the penultimate episode chronicling the tales of the 2015 Hero Dog Awards finalists, we first chat with veteran Jason Haag, whose Service Dog of the Year Axel helps him combat the symptoms of post-traumatic stress. Then Kris Church-DiCiccio calls in to talk about Chara, the Guide/Hearing Dog of the Year. But Chara does more than just help Kris every day - she’s watching over the whole family as you will soon find out.

The second episode in our four-part series begins with Lisa Phillips and MWD Rambo, the Military Dog category winner. Though he had to be medically retired from the Marines, Sgt. Rambo continues to have an inspiring career help veterans, kids, and more. Next, Keith Lynn is interviewed about his canine partner Glory, our Arson Dog of the Year. Glory’s powerful nose is a key tool in bringing criminals to justice.

This week we begin the first in a four-part series interviewing all eight 2015 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards finalists. Up first is Landa Coldiron, who explains the unique attributes that make her bloodhound Glory the top Search and Rescue Dog of the Year. Later, Rudi Taylor drops by to explain why her little Chihuahua Harley won the Emerging Hero Dog category for his big achievements advocating against puppy mills.

Robin records this week’s show live from the fourth annual Lutheran Church Charities K-9/Kare-9 National Conference at Harper College in Palatine, Illinois, where she served as keynote speaker. Listen in as she interviews dog handlers with the Kare-9 Military Ministry, who bring their specially trained Comfort Dogs to those who need the power of animal-assisted therapy most. You won’t want to miss the special interview with Marine Josh Homb, who pays tribute to his Battle Buddy, MWD Tyson.