KCBS Animal Update

The KCBS Animal Update

KCBS anchor Jeff Bell talks to Dr. Jack Aldridge of The San Francisco SPCA in this weekly feature discussing everything about animals and pets. On air: Sundays, 1:35 p.m., 3:35 p.m., and 9:21 p.m.

Heartworm Disease

May 13, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about the dangers of heartworm disease and what pet owners can look out for to identify potential cases.
Introducing Dogs to Kids

May 6, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about how to make the process of bringing a canine into a family with children a painless and smooth experience.
Prosthetics in Animals

April 29, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about the use of prosthetic limbs on animals and what future technological advances might entail.
Flying with Pets

April 22, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about what pet owners need to know before embarking on air travel with their loved ones.
Animal Update: Chihuahuas Grow In Popularity

April 8, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about the surge in popularity of Chihuahuas, and what this trend means for adoptions and the shelter population.
Book Review: Another Insane Devotion

March 25, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about Peter Trachtenberg’s new book “Another Insane Devotion”, which explores the obsession that “cat people” have with their feline friends.
Book Review: Another Insane Devotion

March 25, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about Peter Trachtenberg’s new book “Another Insane Devotion”, which explores the obsession that “cat people” have with their feline friends.
Dog Domestication

March 18, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about the historical evolution of canines and how their behaviors changed as they became more domesticated.
Escalator Safety

March 11, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about the inherent dangers that escalators present to dogs and what owners can do to prevent severe injuries.
Kitten Season

March 4, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about “Kitten Season”, which is the time of the year in which shelters are inundated with stray cats.
Book Review: Another Insane Devotion

March 4, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks with Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about Peter Trachtenberg’s new book “Another Insane Devotion”, which explores the obsession that “cat people” have with their feline friends.
Pet Behavior

February 18, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks to Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about the tendency of pets to mimic their owners’ behavior and what this means for their guardians.
Therapy Animals

February 11, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell talks to Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA about the therapeutic benefits that pets can provide their owners in times of need.
Benefits for Pet Foster Parents

February 4, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss the process and benefits of becoming a volunteer pet foster parent.
Medical Alert Dogs

January 28, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss the kinds of illnesses dogs can detect through sense of smell.
OCD in Pets

January 21, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss how obsessive compulsive disorder manifests in pets and what avenues of treatment are available for their behavior.
Dental Health

January 14, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss dental problems and how to take care of your pet's teeth.
Soaring In The Walking Horse Industry

January 7, 2013
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss the controversial technique called "soaring" in the walking horse industry.
Domestic Violence Protection Orders for Pets

December 31, 2012
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss pet abuse in households suffering from domestic violence and the protection orders that extend to the animals.
Distaster Evacuation for Pets

December 17, 2012
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss how to prepare to evacuate your pets in the event of a disaster.
Advances in Lyme Disease Research

December 10, 2012
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss new research of lyme disease and how the findings affect our understanding of the disease.
Contagious Yawning

November 26, 2012
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss the reasons behind contagious yawning between humans and their pets.
Macy's Holiday Windows

November 19, 2012
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the SF SPCA discuss the annual Macy's holiday window display in San Francisco's Union Square where adoptable animals are featured.
Fearful and Shy Dogs

November 5, 2012
Animal Update: KCBS’ Jeff Bell talks to Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the SF SPCA about causes, signs and help for shy dogs.
Can You Make Your Pet Sick?

October 29, 2012
Animal Update: KCBS' Jeff Bell and Dr. Jennifer Scarlett of the San Francisco SPCA discuss whether or not humans can make their pets sick and how to keep your animals safe if you are feeling under the weather.

Animal Update: Skin Cancer In Cats And Dogs

There have been interesting developments in the determination of effectiveness of sunscreens in the past few months, and the regulations will change starting next year. KCBS’ Jeff Bell talks to Dr. Jack Aldridge, Director of Veterinary Services at The San Francisco SPCA, about what we should think about as this pertains to our pets.

KCBS–2011/08/01

Dog wearing sunglasses in pet carrier waits to board airplane (AP)

Animal Update: Summertime Travel

Summer is here and folks are making their vacation plans. So the big question: Should the pets go along or stay home? KCBS’ Jeff Bell talks to Dr. Jack Aldridge, Director of Veterinary Services at The San Francisco SPCA, about traveling with your pets.

KCBS–2011/07/18