Tito the Pom and Jorge Bendersky, Celebrity Dog Groomer

Robbin and Joe are rockin’ the house this week with a mega dose of celebrity pet gossip!

Jorge Bendersky is stopping by to dish about life as a celebrity dog groomer. He will be giving us all the scoop about his favorite celeb clients as well as the latest trends in dog grooming.

Plus we have all the latest pet news and Love Genies relationship advice from all around the world! Join us June 20, at 6:00 PM EST on http://www.blogtalkradio.com/tppctv or download anytime.

About Jorge:

If you’re looking for that perfect hair stylist, your dog might have 
beaten you to the chase. Bendersky has surpassed the expectations of dog 
grooming and has positioned himself as a dog stylist, utilized by many 
celebrities and socialites. As the “top dog” of groomers, he goes way
 above the standard clipping, snipping and wash-up of his furry
four-legged clients. Visit his website athttp://www.planetjorge.com/.

It wouldn’t be a surprise to find Bendersky on speed dial for P. Diddy,
Ralph Lauren, Ellen Barkin and many other “A-list” dog owners. Jorge is 
available at all hours for his VIP clientele and often finds himself 
picking up midnight shifts for dog grooming emergencies. He truly goes
 above and beyond for his clients, but of course everything comes with a 
price and his services do not run cheap. Especially if it consists of a
late-night cleaning or grooming call!

Our culture has been significantly amused by dogs, apparent by the number of dog reality shows airing on a number of networks. Jorge was featured on Animal Planet’s reality show, “Groomer Has It,” in 2008 which really shifted his career into high gear. Jorge has become the go-to groomer for media outlets seeking grooming expertise presented with wit and style. His many television appearances include The Today Show, ABC Nightline, E! News, Regis and Kelly, and more.

Visit his website athttp://www.planetjorge.com/.

Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/pages/Jorge-Bendersky/41534569481

YouTube:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FM8XPZRWz0.

Twitter:http://twitter.com/#!/JorgeBendersky.

Bag Jealousy-wonder if it has that “new bag” smell?

We love Angie!

Angie Bailey is a Minnesota writer, cat fancier, word game junkie, creative-project dabbler, music lover, food enthusiast, wife, and mother to two humans and three cats. She is also the co-creator, co-writer, and performer in a sketch comedy web series called 82 South St. http://www.82southst.com/. She spends most of her days enjoying her family, scribbling for her cat humor blog,Catladyland, playing Scrabble, laughing at her cats’ shenanigans, and finding the silliness in most everything.

Journey vs. destination (Photo: brandonsteiner.com)

What is now will not be forever.

As we chat in the coffee rooms of our workplaces in America, we find generally, people say things like, “ I haven’t hit the lottery yet or I certainly wouldn’t be here”.  No one really ever seems to be happy until Friday.  Then the weekend passes way to quick and we are back at work with the Monday blues.

So, this is all very temporary.  These things that surround us.  The only thing that is certain is change.  The boss you don’t like will leave or his boss will leave and the new guy will fire him.  Your best friend will move either closer or farther away.  Your car will get fixed.  Everything is in a constant state of change.

Sometimes we get fixated on the end game.  What is the big goal?  We ask ourselves questions like, why can’t I be rich?  Why can’t I find a better job?  Why can’t I afford the house I want?

Why do we always ask why?  Sometimes we don’t understand.  It’s hard to understand what the plan is for us.  Whatever it is, we need to accept what the plan.  It is a  fantastic journey…

Cathy Bennet with her adorable Goldendoodles Harley and Leo

Plus! Christina Burruss, from Sony joins us to talk about the new Sony dog camera.

Christina Burruss

Christina Burruss is a Product Information Manager for Sony Electronics consumer Digital Imaging Division focused on consumer video products and point-and-shoot still cameras.

And you know, we will be baking a cake filled with Love Genies, a pinch of pet news and a dash of celebrity pet gossip! So join in the fun live on Thursday, June 13 at 6:00 PM EST http://www.blogtalkradio.com/tppctv or listen and download anytime through Stitcher, iTunes our site or BlogTalkRadio.

Jealous cat…

We love Angie!

Angie Bailey is a Minnesota writer, cat fancier, word game junkie, creative-project dabbler, music lover, food enthusiast, wife, and mother to two humans and three cats. She is also the co-creator, co-writer, and performer in a sketch comedy web series called 82 South St. http://www.82southst.com/. She spends most of her days enjoying her family, scribbling for her cat humor blog,Catladyland, playing Scrabble, laughing at her cats’ shenanigans, and finding the silliness in most everything.

Happy time! (Photo:veganism.com)

In show 95, we talked about the next steps after “Making Your Partner Purr”.  Below is a synopsis of what was discussed.

Last week we talked about validating our partners through listening to them.  It’s simply the single easiest way to make your partner purr

So if you are in the beginning stages of a relationship and your partner isn’t listening now…do you think it is going to get better?  NO!  Get out while you can.

By really listening to what your partner is trying to tell you, you will be able to validate them and yourself by giving them the respect of your time and attention.  Beyond that though, what makes your partner purr?

Well, if we take a cue from our furry friends, perhaps a new squeaky ball or catnip filled mousey toy?    Baubles are good for pets and for people, but what does your partner really like to do.

Of late, we have found so many people that don’t have any hobbies or interests.  Really?!!!  They don’t like to do anything!  Reading, arts and crafts, walks….nothing!!!

Actually one of our friends said, I don’t know what I like to do.  (Spending time with your pets aside.)

Assuming your partner has a hobby or interest, let them pursue it.  Let them be who they truly are. You should be treated the same way.  Regardless of what it is, both of you should be supported in the hobbies or past times that make you happy.

In my first marriage, I couldn’t pursue half of the things I wanted to.  I had to lie to get supplies for my craft projects for fear of being criticized over what I spent.  (I was working 4 jobs and we were very financially stable.)  So I had no creative outlet.

Joe had the same situation.  Sneaking trains into the house or parts.  Meanwhile the trauma of what he saw everyday would have left most people in an asylum. Everyone needs something that they love doing.  Whether it’s playing golf, gardening or making candles, your brain needs a rest.

If you don’t honor the other person’s creative or recreational past times, you will harbor resentment.   Honor who you are is necessary to making a great relationship.

We love Luv and Emma Dry Pets!

We welcome back  Luv and Emma’s Dry Pet Towel as a Pets Teach Us So Much Radio show sponsor!  We received so much interest from the give away last year!  Everyone loves this product.

And here is why:

• Luv & Emma’s Dry Pets towel is a super absorbent microfiber towel with a stretchable opening that allows it to hang from virtually any door handle making it readily available when you let your pet in from outside on a wet day.
• No longer do you have to try and locate a towel or paper towel (which normally rip before you are done drying off your pet’s paws) while trying to stop your pet from coming in the house with their wet/muddy paws.
• The microfiber material dries quickly so it will be ready to use the next time your pet goes outside.
• The towel is machine washable and the coloring and pattern of our towel helps hide dirt until you are ready to wash it.
• Their towel is not like the other microfiber pet towels in the market today because it hangs from a door handle which makes it so convenient.
• Luv and Emma’s towel can be used on small as well as large dogs.

Go to Luv and Emma to check out this great towel.

Buy one for your pooch and one for a friend’s pooch.

Few things bother us more that watching an animal trying to cross a busy road.

This morning was a gut-twister.

A Mommy Mallard with about 8, day old hatchlings tried to cross Rt. 33, a 4-lane highway during rush hour.

They ran across the road, then we watched in horror as the traffic started whizzing by.  They were so hard to see because they were soooo tiny.  The Mommy jumped up on the extra high curb, but the baby ducklings just couldn’t make the jump up.

Joe and I watched in the rear view mirrors in horror, as we made a left and they were now, four lanes away.  Joe made a mind-numbing bat turn, wheels squealing and I started to tear up…OK, we can see who is used to dealing with emergency situations here, right?  It’s not me.

Joe was able to cut across 4 lanes of traffic, put on his blue emergency light and put on his hazard lights.  He pulled behind the ducklings to block them from oncoming traffic.  I jumped out of the car and tried to herd the babies to a driveway opening about 12 feet down the road.

NOTE TO SELF-herding ducklings is like herding cats.  Ducking Wrangler is not a great career choice if you value your sanity.

About half of the babies walked to the driveway and half of them stayed at the “Gigantic” curb, close to the mommy duck that was quacking at them and us.  I must admit, I was a little afraid that she was going to get all ninja duck on my ass, and peck my eyeballs out.  She must have sensed we were there to help, because she didn’t peck our eyeballs out.

There were probably only about 8 ducklings, but seriously, at that point it seemed like 108 because there were maybe 4 that went up the driveway and the other 4 were still by the curb.  They were too quick for me to catch.  I was afraid they were going to run back into the oncoming traffic that was speeding by.

Lighting fast, Joe appeared out of no where-seriously.  I didn’t even hear him get out of the car.  He scooped up the remaining babies in his giant but gentle bear-like hands and popped them into the grass. Quick as a wink.

The group of ducklings that walked through the driveway opening was waddling back to Mommy duck and reuniting with their bro-ducks and sis-ducks.

Joe said, “Let’s go”, as the morning traffic was zooming by.  I managed to snap this picture before we merged back into traffic.

Rescued ducklings make a break for the river.

The new family was making their way to the Shark River.  GEEZ, duckies!  Please be careful in the Shark River! (Actually, the Shark River is a place where people find shark’s teeth…no shark sighting.)

As we pulled away, I really got teary-eyed.  I can’t tell you why though, maybe it was stress. Maybe it was PMS.  Maybe it was because I can’t believe Joe rescued people, shift after shift, day after day for over 30 years…and still does it as a volunteer.

Maybe because in the blink of an eye, everything can change.  Value what you treasure and give thanks for your blessings.

We will tell you how to keep your partner happy! (photo: canitbesaturdaynow.com)

Our Love Genies segment this week covers Part II of “Keep your partner purring”…or their tail wagging.

Plus, scheduled to guest this week:

Dr. Jason Nicholas

Dr. Jason Nicholas will be talking about his new book,101 Essential Tips You Need to Raise a Happy, Healthy, Safe Dog.  This is great info for anyone with a doggie!

David Yaskulka

David is the  VP of Marketing/Communications for Halo.  He is going to give us all of the scoop on the Halo Pop Up Store in NYC and all of the events scheduled for this month.

Plus, you know we will give you all of the latest pet news and information from all around the world!  Tune into this episode on June 6, 6:00 PM, EST live http://www.blogtalkradio.com/tppctv or listen anytime.  Download us through iTunes, Stitcher or listen through our site.

Pet lovers rock!  Thank you for making us your pet show of choice!  We love you!

 About:

Dr. Jason Nicholas

Bio:

Dr. Jason Nicholas, aka “The Preventive Vet”, is a veterinarian and pet safety expert whose motto – “Be Aware. Be Prepared. Be Preventive!” – is helping pets and people the world over. He has a passion and unique ability for empowering pet parents with the information, advice, and resources they need to keep their beloved cats and dogs happy, healthy, safe, and well. He created the popular pet parent education website, ThePreventiveVet.com, and he is the author of the indispensible book, and perfect “puppy-warming” gift, “101 Essential Tips You Need to Raise a Happy, Healthy, Safe Dog”.

Let’s face it…cats own everything in the house.

We love Angie!

Angie Bailey is a Minnesota writer, cat fancier, word game junkie, creative-project dabbler, music lover, food enthusiast, wife, and mother to two humans and three cats. She is also the co-creator, co-writer, and performer in a sketch comedy web series called 82 South St. http://www.82southst.com/. She spends most of her days enjoying her family, scribbling for her cat humor blog,Catladyland, playing Scrabble, laughing at her cats’ shenanigans, and finding the silliness in most everything.