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On The Pet Show with Dr. Katy this week, we've got fitness, fire safety and kittens! Quite the combo!

Steve Pelletier joins us again from My Slim Doggy to tell us about advances in their app that can help you keep your pet slim, trim, and living healthier! Not only can you keep track of your pet's exercise, you can also choose from their database of over 2,000 commercial pet foods to calculate the exact amount of food that your pup should be consuming!

Next, Krista Wickens from DogTread tells us how we can create a Canine Gym right in our own home with some key products from her company. She also gives us some great tips on how to best work out your dogs!

Some very special guests from Keep Kids Fire Safe join us on set to tell us all about how one beautiful pup named Molly is helping to save lives not only in her home state of Arkansas, but all around the country!!!

And finally, Susan Sherman, chief operating 0fficer at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington joins us with three Adorable Adoptable kittens that could become part of your family, and tells us all about how their team of volunteers is helping them cope with Kitten Season...and how you can help, too!

Don't miss out! It's a fun show this week!

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Up next, Cheryl Rogers, the Vice President of the Equine Rescue League (www.equinerescueleague.org) joins us to tell us all about how their organization is helping horses all around our region. We talk every week about "Adorable Adoptable" dogs and cats, but did you know that you can adopt horses, too? We've got an amazing story of one beautiful mare who's looking for a loving home.

Dave Jensen, a Certified Pet Waste Management Consultant, joins us to talk about some options that you have for keeping your yards, and houses, cleaner. Now that Winter is over, if you haven't been scooping up your yard, you could have hundreds of pounds of pet waste out there waiting for you, coming into your house on your shoes and your dog's feet...or going into the water supply. Doody Calls (www.DoodyCalls.com) has a huge fan in Dr. Katy, and you'll find out why!

Finally, our Adorable Adoptable joins us this week from Washington Animal Rescue League (www.warl.org). Shaniqua White, an Adoptions Counselor at WARL, joins us to tell us all about the upcoming happenings at WARL over the next couple of months, as well as to introduce us to Darling Lili, a BEAUTIFUL little cat who's looking for a home. Adopt a Mommy Cat on Mother's Day and an anonymous donor will donate $500 per Mommy! If you're looking for a lovable kitty to make part of your family, now's the time!

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Celebrity groomer Jorge Bendersky and Tito the Pom return for an encore appearance! Jorge teaches about proper flea and tick control on your pets!

Plus, we've got Rebecca Corry via Skype telling us about the very first East Coast "Stand up for Pits" event, happening on May 12 at the Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse. Dr. Katy will be at the event emceeing the auction that benefits Baltimore Bully Crew and Bully Paws, so please come out and join us!

Next, Dr. Katy previews some fabulous Mother's Day gifts for pet lovers. We've got some gorgeous gifts from Urban Country Designs, Honest Pet Products and a cool product from Kitty Holster! Check out The Pet Show Facebook page for a trivia question to win one of two gift packs from Honest Pet!

And finally, ChristieLyn Diller from the Washington Humane Society joins us with the Adorable Adoptable "Isis," and gives us some 'insider info' on the upcoming Bark Ball on June 8.

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April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month, and who better to tell us how we can help prevent these atrocities than Nancy Perry, Senior Vice President of Government Relations for the ASPCA.

We're excited to welcome Nancy back to The Pet Show as she tells us what the ASPCA is doing on Capitol Hill to pass legislation to enact harsher punishment for those who are spectators at animal fighting events, to ensure the passage of the Safeguard American Food Exports (SAFE) Act by Congress, and to close the loophole in the Animal Welfare Act by pushing the Puppy Uniform Protection and Safety (PUPS) Act through Congress.

Did you know that 98 percent of movie dogs come out of shelters? However, when they get older and are retired, they often do not have a focus or a 'creative outlet' anymore.

Barbara Gordon, Hollywood Dog Trainer, and her dog "Bonnie," the "Paw-scar" winning canine star of the movie "Seven Psychopaths," join us to talk about Barbara's new venture. Barbara started the non-profit R.O.M.P Reconnecting with Our Military Personnel... through the love of dogs in conjunction with Old Friends Animal Shelter in Los Angeles.

R.O.M.P. focuses on helping our military personnel cope with PTSD by training retired Hollywood dogs as therapy dogs.

Barbara has also invented a gentler version of the training collar called the "Loving Answer" training collar with a portion of the proceeds going to fund R.O.M.P. You've got to see how simple, gentle and easy these collars are to use.

This time of year, we're all trying to figure out what our kids are going to do this Summer. If you're considering getting a new pet for your family, perhaps you'll consider Camp Wannadog. We've got Nancy Katz-Triplett on to talk about all the things that your kids can learn, the fun they'll have, and even how they can come home with a rescue (if you so choose) while at one of the sessions of Camp Wannadog this Summer.

And finally, Sally Harte joins us with the Adorable Adoptable. This week, it's Frankie, a Catahoula-Pitbull Terrier cross.

This huge, friendly boy is one of the sillier canine guests that we've ever had on The Pet Show! You'll get the giggles at his antics. Plus, Sally tells us all about the 18th Annual Walk for the Animals happening on May 11 at Bluemont Park.

Plus, Sally announces the 'special guest' who will be the Mistress of Ceremonies this year...hint, hint!

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Joining us this week from Montgomery County Humane Society are BJ Altschul, Director of External Relations and Kim Harlow, Volunteer Coordinator. They're telling us all about their "Paws in the Park" event coming up on April 28th from noon to 4pm at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg. They're bringing on two absolutely ADORABLE adoptable beagles named Sam and Sylvia, to find out more about them and the "Paws in the Park" event, check out their website at http:www.mchumane.org.

Next up, Sonya Gavankar joins us to talk about some cruelty-free beauty products that she and Dr. Katy really liked! While neither Dr. Katy or Sonya have issues with hair loss, the first product they tried out is made for just that. BioFollicle is an all natural solution to hair loss, and in clinical studies showed improvement in 89% of people who tried it. Guaranteed organic, all-natural, and cruelty-free, this product not only makes your hair feel and smell great, it helps keep it healthy from the inside out.

Next up, Kelapo Coconut Oil is an all-natural oil cold-pressed from coconut meat that is used for cooking and baking. Coconut oil is packed with medium-chain triglycerides, the most recognizable of which is lauric acid, a potent antioxidant also found in breast milk. Whether used for savory or sweet dishes, you'll love the flavor this lends to whatever dish it's in. For ordering information and recipes, check out http:www.kelapo.com/.

Finally, we've got some amazing soaps from Kelly's Creations. These soaps are handmade by Kelly herself and come in a wide range of formulas and scents. If you are looking for great products that are gentle on your skin, gentle on the environment, and never tested on animals, these are the soaps for you.

Our next guest this week is Randy Stone, owner of Nature's Select Pet Products. Nature's Select prides themselves on being locally-owned and veteran run, as well as on carrying super premium pet foods that are made from the finest ingredients on the market. Nature's Select products are American made and are formulated with no by-products, corn or wheat, or chemical preservatives. To learn more, or to place your first order, go to their website here: www.naturalpetfooddeliverydc.com .

Finally, Prince William County Humane Society joins us with another ADORABLE adoptable kitty named Lilly. Lilly is a "Toyger," a very expensive designer breed of cat brought in to the shelter by her former owners. You won't believe how gorgeous this kitty is. Beate Begley and Terri Kellenberger also tell us about a puppy that has had the community rallying around her to fix a fracture of her leg, and how you can help.

Make sure you tune in, you won't want to miss the fun!

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Representative John Campbell, R-CA, joins us this week to tell us about his role as the Co-Chair of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus. Rep. Campbell is a lifelong animal lover, and fights passionately, both in life, as well as on the floor of the House of Representatives, for both domesticated animals and wildlife.

Rep. Campbell will be honored on Saturday, April 13 at Washington Humane Society's Fashion for Paws with the Humane Hero Award for his outspoken support of rescue animals and animal rights. Tickets are still available at www.fashionforpaws.org if you'd like to be there for Rep. Campbell's honor and the rest of the fun!

Zoom Room Rockville's owner Steve Mulder comes on the show to tell us all about their new dog training facility and "Canine Social Club!"

The 2,739-square-foot facility is a sporty indoor dog gym that will offer pet owners dog training classes both in small groups and in private one-on-one sessions using positive reinforcement. Activities will include coaching in agility, obedience and scent discrimination as well as therapy instruction, puppy preschool, scent tracking, and shy dog training.

For very active dog owners, Zoom Room offers a Canine Cross Training class that gives not only the pooches a workout, but the owners too!

In addition to group and private classes, Zoom Room serves as a dedicated event center for dog birthday parties, which will include Zoom Room’s famous Doggy Disco® nights that feature laser light shows, charitable fundraisers and other canine events.

Zoom Room also offers the perfect alternative to the dog park with its affordable “private gym” sessions in its immaculate, spacious and game-filled gym. D.C.-area dog owners will also enjoy the carefully-curated selection of solution-oriented pet retail products, including training gear, all-natural treats, eco-friendly toys and puzzles, and hand-crafted leather leashes.

We also have the opportunity to meet Megan Webb, the new Executive Director of the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria. Megan served as the Director of Oakland Animal Services in Oakland, Calif. for the past 3 years, but is excited to take on this new role in Alexandria.

While in that role, Webb significantly improved the care of the shelter’s animals, increased the number of animal adoptions/transfers, and led her team of Animal Control Officers to investigate and rescue animals from multiple felony abuse cases. Here in the D.C. area, Webb says that she is impressed with Alexandrians’ compassion and activism, and plans to harness that energy to assist more animals in need.

Stick around for Dr. Katy's tribute to her amazing staff, her own pups, and to you...the fans of The Pet Show! Cheers to more years to come!

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The Pet Show this week has some notable personalities, and LOADS of Adorable Adoptables!

Tommy McFLY from 94.7 Fresh FM and Denise Durgin from the Residence Inn Arlington Capital View join us to talk about the upcoming Fashion for Paws event on April 13th which benefits Washington Humane Society. Tommy, Denise and Dr. Katy are three of the Co-Chairs of the event and are excited to share some exciting behind-the-scenes details.

Tickets and tables are still available, so get them NOW before they sell out! For more information, go to the Fashion for Paws website: www.fashionforpaws.org

Next up, Robert Misseri, the founder of Guardians of Rescue, joins us to tell us about his amazing organization and his mission to take the 'stigma' out of animal rescue. This New York 'manly-man' has a long history of fascilitating dramatic rescues and has started some amazing organizations that have made a huge difference in the lives of people and pets around the country. You've got to tune in to meet this man, plus see the FOUR Adorable Adoptables brought to us by Lost Dog Rescue.

Finally, Sandra Navarra joins us from PGSPCA with the Adorable Adoptable Licorice! This sweet little girl is looking for a home, and has an interesting story about how breed classification affects online hits for adoptable pets. Sandra is also raising funds for Fashion for Paws and has a fun event coming up this weekend that we hope you can come out for! For more info, check out The Pet Show's Facebook page!

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We're so happy to have Iain Langridge, General Manager of Petfinder, make his return to The Pet Show to tell us about the new Petfinder Seal of Approval Program.

This is a special designation for partner products, services and initiatives that have met strict pet-friendly criteria. The first three recipients are HomeAgain, PetFirst Healthcare and Thundershirt. We even have five Thundershirts to give away to our viewers courtesy of Petfinder and Thundershirt! Check out The Pet Show Facebook page Saturday after the show airs to see how to win!

Also, Iain tells us about the new and improved Petfinder App that you can download for your Apple or Droid product, and Dr. Katy gives her personal experience with the app. Did you know that Dr. Katy found her new pup Eddie Underbite throught this app?

Eddie was being fostered by Mutts Matter Rescue and with one look at his picture, Dr. Katy knew that he belonged with her family! Meet Eddie as he models the Thundershirt for you all!

Next, Tony Corbo, Executive Director of Food and Water Watch joins us to continue our conversation about the dramatic increase in dog and cat food imports from China, and what we can do to protect our pets. In the year 2000, only about 100,000 pounds of pet food was imported from China. In 2012 that number was over 95 million pounds.

It's an unbelievable increase, and it's important because of the number of deaths and illnesses being reported to the FDA since 2006.

We'll show you our interview with Kathy Parks of the Atlantic Shores Retirement Community in Virginia Beach, where we got to meet "Godrick," one of their first graduates from their "Puppy Love Program," a partnership between the community and Guiding Eyes for the Blind.

Godrick is the largest Labrador Retriever that Guiding Eyes has ever had as part of their program, and he's now in New York where he's going through the final paces of determining his course in the organization. He's a gorgeous boy, and his story is quite touching. Special thanks to the super pet-friendly Residence Inn Arlington Capitol View for allowing us to shoot in their gorgeous hotel!

Finally, Danielle Bays, the Community Cats Manager from Washington Humane Society joins us with the gorgeous and ever-so-patient "Tammy," who's looking for a home. Tammy and Eddie did so well together! Danielle tells us about the impending "Kitten Season" and how we as a community can help!

Don't miss out, and make sure you check out our Facebook page to see how you can win a Thundershirt after the show!!!

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Joining us first is Pascaline Clerc, Senior Director of Animal Research Issues from the Humane Society of the United States. Pascaline is talking to us about "Be Cruelty-Free Week," the first of its kind that HSUS is launching to educate the American public about the unnecessary suffering that animals endure for cosmetics and personal care testing, and how we can choose the products that we purchase more wisely.

She also tells us all about HSUS's Leaping Bunny designation that companies can earn, and what exactly that means. You can download the Leaping Bunny App on iTunes!

Next up, we've got the Kitty of the City herself - Jeannie Jones and her four-year-old "Pet Protector," Jordyn. Jeannie is a lifelong pet lover, and has passed it on to her precocious, bocacious, and absolutely precious daughter. You do not want to miss this little one's first television interview...she's vying for Dr. Katy's job!

Jeannie also brings us musician Robert Miranda, whose single "Addy's Song" is now available for purchase on iTunes. "Addy's Song" was inspired by Robert's rescue dog Addison, who also joins us on set, and a percentage of the proceeds from sale goes towards various animal rescue organizations, including the Washington Humane Society.

Finally, the Washington Animal Rescue League joins us with two incredibly Adorable Adoptable puppies...the puppy breath almost made Dr. Katy swoon!

Michelle Yue, Director of Behavior and Training, joins us to talk about WARL's training center, and how some simple commands can actually help to keep pets in their "Fur-ever Homes!" A great program that WARL runs, please check them out at http:www.warl.org/about-us/programs/dog-training/.

Kymberlee Setterberg, Director of Team ASPCA, joins us to tell us all about Team ASPCA and the Rock ‘n’ Roll USA Nation’s Capital Full and Half-Marathon which is coming up on Saturday, March 16. Members of Team ASPCA have many perks, including guaranteed race entry to world-renowned race events, endurance training from professional coaches and access to a 16-week virtual training schedule, weekend travel accommodations, Official Team ASPCA merchandise and much more.

Team ASPCA provides an opportunity to help homeless, abused and injured animals across the country while keeping yourself and your own pets fit. A winning combination. There are still spots open on Team ASPCA, to learn more, to join, or to make a donation, visit www.teamaspca.org.

Next up, Sonya Gavankar-McKay, former Miss DC and current face of the Newseum, joins us with more cruelty-free products! For the past 3 weeks, Dr. Katy and Sonya have been trying out 3 products. First, Unmarx is a new favorite of Sonya’s! These products not only safely remove deodorant marks, pet hair and lint, they also go to support cancer research as 5 percent of every purchase is donated to Living Beyond Breast Cancer.

Second, Dr. Katy and Sonya tried out Keeki nail products and were impressed by these vegan, gluten-free, toluene and formaldehyde-free, and virtually odor-free products. While the polish remover doesn’t remove ‘regular’ nail polish, it works well with the Keeki products, and the polish comes in a wide variety of fun colors. Do follow the instructions, though, as the nail polish doesn’t last long unless you do all the recommended steps.

Lastly, one of Dr. Katy’s favorite products made the list: BabyGanics. These plant-based cleaning products are safe to use around kids and pets, and Dr. Katy’s been a fan for years. The floor cleaner, the all-purpose cleaner and the dishwashing liquid made ‘the try-outs,’ and all of them receive an A+ from both ladies. And while your house won’t have the ‘Pine-Sol’ smell, these products work, and they leave your house, and the air, cleaner than before you sprayed them.

Next on the show, Kathy Benner from The Animals House joins us to tell us all about the Super Pet Expo which is coming up March 15 through March 17. Dr. Katy will be at the event on Saturday, March 16 to judge the “Best Dressed Pet” contest, along with the guys from Rescue Ink. From dock-diving dogs, to talking parrots, to agility training, to treats and collars, this show has it all. Bring your pup and the kids, and come on out to join Dr. Katy and her gang at The Super Pet Expo next weekend!

Finally, Beate Begley and Terri Kellenberger join us from the Prince William Humane Society with an incredibly Adorable Adoptable kitty cat that is strikingly similar to the ever-so-famous “Grumpy Cat!” You’ve got to tune in to see this smushy-faced little love muffin named “Jewel.” Whoever said you can’t get pure-bred animals at a shelter was totally wrong, and this beautiful little Persian proves it beyond a doubt!

Nancy Perry, Senior Vice President of ASPCA Government Relations, joins us to talk about how the ASPCA acts as an advocate for animals with our legislators.

Nancy gives us the ugly truth about horse slaughter and tells us about the bill being introduced in Congress to ban it. Many critics of this bill cite the inability of a humane way to dispose of failing horses as a reason to allow horse slaughter, but Nancy answers all those questions and more. Tune in to see what she says, and how you can help this legislation to go through.

Kerry McKeel and Sara Emery of the Animal Welfare League of Arlington join us with the Adorable Adoptable "Timber," a very large and furry example of the great work that they do at the AWLA! Kerry and Sara talk to us about their flexible, free and fundamentally important foster program at AWLA.

Fostering gives people the opportunity to volunteer from the comfort of their own homes, regardless of the nature of their personal and professional schedule. If someone is interested in fostering, AWLA provides all necessary supplies and medical care so there is no financial commitment needed from the foster volunteers.

By being a foster volunteer, you're helping AWLA continue their lifesaving work. And, since the foster animals are typically the most vulnerable animals in the shelter, the special care foster volunteers give these animals provides them with a second chance at a happy, healthy life.

Next, Linda Blum Huntington talks to us about being a "philanthrepreneur" and how she's helping the Washington Humane Society's Fashion for Paws by giving back. Linda works with Arbonne International and has pledged to give her sales commission (up to 35 percent) on certain products directly to WHS's Fashion for Paws campaign, from now until April 13!

These products are some of Dr. Katy's long time favorites and are cruelty-free, vegan and Leaping-Bunny certified! Check out The Pet Show Facebook page for product and ordering detail!

Finally, Patrick Cole from Animal Welfare League of Alexandria joins us with the Adorable Adoptable "Sophie!" This little lady may not be big in size, but she's got a larger than life personality...and a bald booty, which Dr. Katy couldn't resist!

Patrick introduces us to Rosemary's Senior Fund which has helped not only Sophie to get healthy during her stay at the shelter, but thousands of other animals. Also, Patrick tells us about Mardi Growl, their largest fundraiser of the year coming up on March 8 at The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

They're giving away two tickets to the event on The Pet Show Facebook page! Go now and enter our caption contest; AWLA staff will choose the winner to be announced Saturday afternoon after the show!

Tune in, and as always, you can follow Dr. Katy on Twitter, "Like" us on Facebook, and send us your questions for Dr. Katy to answer on air to petshow@news8.net.

Each week, Dr. Katy Nelson entertains and informs with her weekly pet show.

First up from Food & Water Watch, we've got Tony Corbo, the senior lobbyist for the food-related legislative and regulatory issues that come before Congress and the Executive Branch. Tony is talking to us about the huge issues we've seen with foods and treats being imported from China.

Since 2000, the amount of pet food imported from China has skyrocketed, increasing from about 100,000 pounds to nearly 86 million pounds in 2011.

This is a huge topic, Tony will have to come back and finish our discussion very soon. Send us any questions you may have for his next appearance!

Next, Steve Pelletier joins us from My Slim Doggy. A former software executive, Steve created Slim Doggy to help his dog Jack, formerly an unadoptable Labrador with major behavioral issues, to drop some pounds after he was adopted.

Steve is passionate about health and fitness for both people and pets, their new SlimDoggy App can help you to manage your dog's caloric intake and exercise program, and help to achieve a more appropriate weight for your pet.

From now until April 13, 2013, for every 'SlimDoggy' t-shirt sold, $3.00 will be donated to the Washington Humane Society's Fashion for Paws, and for every measuring cup sold, $1.00 will be donated. Use the promotion code DRKATY13 to ensure the donation gets made!

Bobby Mahoney and JJ Kelly, co-chairs of the St. Patrick's Day Parade and Fun Dog Show in Alexandria join us to officially invite us all to come out to Old Town on March 2nd for a fun day to benefit Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Dr. Katy will be the Mistress of Ceremonies and Judge of the Fun Dog Show, so you know it'll be a lively day. For more information, go to www.ballyshaners.org!

Finally, Dr. Dan Shillito from the Washington Animal Rescue League joins us with the amazingly Adorable Adoptable "Betty Boop!" Dr. Shillito talks to us about the income-qualified clinic at WARL and how their clinic actually helps to keep animals in their forever homes.

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