Fur Real with Mark Kyle

Join us for an inspiring episode as we delve into the remarkable journey of JellyBean, a furry hero making friends in Wayne County, Michigan. Serving as a beacon of comfort and support, JellyBean has become an indispensable ally in the courtroom, helping victims of all ages navigate the daunting legal process with compassion and ease. Jamie Buchholtz, a dedicated Child Advocate, shares her firsthand experience of training alongside JellyBean. Together, they form an unstoppable team, proving that innovative approaches can truly transform lives. In a world where the courtroom can be a place of overwhelming stress, imagine the profound impact of having a loyal companion by your side. From Wayne County to the broader landscape of 41 states embracing Canine Court Advocate programs, JellyBean's story highlights the power of thinking outside the box. Join us as we explore the ripple effects of this heartwarming initiative and discover how a simple gesture of kindness can make a world of difference, one wagging tail at a time. www.furrealpodcast.com IG thefurrealpodcast.com FB The Fur Real Podcast TikTok thefurrealpodcast.com threads thefurrealpodcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Picture yourself amidst the lush wilderness of the Florida Everglades. In the midst of this natural wonderland, a breathtaking sight unfolds before your eyes: a magnificent 7-foot-long tan panther, its intense gaze fixated on you. Astonishing, isn't it? Today, we're diving deep into the enthralling world of Florida's panthers, those elusive and endangered giants of the Sunshine State. Joining us is Becca Bryan, the passionate chair of "The Friends of Florida Panther Refuge," who will regale us with tales of these majestic creatures and the uphill battle to preserve their existence. Panthers have been an integral part of Florida's landscape for centuries, but their future hangs in the balance as their once-vast territory has dwindled to a mere 5% due to relentless development. It's a sobering reality, but amidst the challenges, there's a glimmer of hope. So, whether you're a native Floridian or a curious traveler, prepare to be captivated by this episode. Who knows, by the end, you might find yourself planning a pilgrimage to the refuge, eager to catch a glimpse of these awe-inspiring creatures in their natural habitat. www.floridapanther.org FB Friends of the Florida Panther Refuge IG friendsofthefloridapantherrefuge www.furrealpodcast.com fb The Fur Real Podcast ig thefurrealpodcast threads thefurrealpodcast tik tok The Fur Real Podcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Discover the gripping tale behind the name, as Bobbi Brink, the compassionate Founder and Director of Lions, Tigers and Bears Rescue and Sanctuary, joins me on this enlightening episode. Delve into the underbelly of the illegal exotic animal trade, as depicted in the infamous Tiger King saga, and witness Bobbi's unwavering dedication to rescuing and safeguarding these majestic creatures. With 60 animals currently thriving under her care at the sanctuary, Bobbi's journey has touched the lives of over 1000 big cats, bears, and various other exotic animals. Her advocacy has extended beyond the confines of rescue, shaping legislation to offer protection to these vulnerable beings. Unveil the staggering $15 billion industry that thrives on exploiting these creatures, sourced from a multitude of heart-wrenching backgrounds - from the entertainment industry to illegal backyard zoos. Embark on an eye-opening exploration of this industry's complexities, Lion, Tigers and Bears' remarkable journey, and discover how you can contribute to their noble cause by tuning in to yet another captivating episode. www.lionstigersandbears.org www.furrealpodcast.com FB Lions Tigers & Bears IG lionstigers_andbears . Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Join us as Dana Butler-Moburg, CEO of The Shea Center of Therapeutic Riding, delves into the rich history and profound benefits of Hippotherapy, also known as Horse Therapy. In this episode, we embark on a journey through The Shea Center's impactful work, illuminated by some of their most uplifting stories. With over 75 distinct disabilities treated and more than 1400 participants aided just last year, the magnitude of their impact is awe-inspiring. Discover the innate intuition of horses and the myriad ways they contribute to the well-being of those facing challenges. Prepare to be moved as you learn about this transformative therapy, a beacon of hope for countless individuals. Don't miss this special episode, filled with insights that you can share with anyone seeking such therapeutic avenues. Get ready to be inspired and enlightened! www.sheacenter.org IG @sheacenter FB JF Shea Therapeutic Riding Center Tik Tok @sheacenter www.furrealpodcast.com IG @thefurrealpodcast FB The Fur Real Podcast Tik Tok @thefurrealpodcast . Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

World Famous "Faith the Surfing Pit Bull" and her dad James Wall joins us joins us. You know it really hard to get famous people on the podcast.... but we got them!!! James and Faith's story is really amazing. Not only is she a rescue...James had never surfed before! Their journey is inspiring...think about this..... you get rescued by this amazing family....then you learn how to surf.... and then become world famous!!! If you like water sports you'll love this story...if you love surfing you may love it more.... these dogs really surf..big waves and all!!! Now at world champaionships ( which thousands attend) people are coming up for selfies!!! I love this story!! IG @faithsurfs FB Faith the Surfing Pitbull tiktok @faithsurfs www.furrealpodcast.com . . Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Nicole Navarro the founder of "Pawsitive Beginnings" a Fox Rescue down in the Florida Keys, joins us to tell us all about her journey to helping these cute animals. Her stories are heartwarming and heart wrenching. When you hear all about the fox fur trade, I think you will be shocked to find there are still fox farms solely for the purpose of their fur. Even crazier is the fox fur trend is coming back... by some of the biggest fashion companies in the world. What Nicole is doing and has done, is nothing short of amazing..... and Reef, who is featured on the cover has become a local hero... This is a must tell story.... for a much needed education.... of a cruel industry... that in my opinion... is not needed... www.pawsitivebeginnings.org ig pawsitive_beginnings_inc tik tok Pawsitive Beginnings @reefthefox www.furrealpodcast.com Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Its is estimated that over 500,000 dogs are missing or abandoned due to the Ukraine war. That does not include all the other captive and wild animals. ifaw (International Fund for Animal Welfare" is doing everything in their power to help. Katerina Kyrsta joins me to discuss everything Ukraine, how she can't go home and how working with ifaw is makeing a difference ..... what they are doing to help her country's animal victims.... from supporting local rescue organizations, supplying much needed food, helping not only for companion animals but caprtive and wild animals. Can you imagine how it would feel to have to flee your home but not being able to find you pet and have to abandon them? ifaw has stepped up to the plate big time and wait to you hear this story... its heartwrenching and heartwarming at the same time. www.ifaw.org ig @ifawglobal fb ifaw tiktok ifawglobal X @ifawglobal threads @ifawglobal www.furrealpodcast.com ig @thefurrealpodcast fb The Fur Real Podcast threads @thefurrealpodcast tik tok @thefurrealpodcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Who does not love dolphins!!! Dr. Kathleen Dudzinski founder and director of the Dolphin Communication Project joins us. Did you know that dolphins communicate and all sorts of ways?? There is so much to learn about dolphins.... and ... we are learning every day!!! Do you Dolphins and Science?? Well get ready to get your fill.... this is an episode that coiuld of gone on for hours and wait to you hear the amazing journey that Kathleen takes us on... its not only informative... it amazingly heartwarming too!!! www.dolphincommunicationproject.org ig dolphincommunicationproject fb dolphin communication project You Tube Dolphin Communication Project Threads dolphincommunicationproject X The Dolphin Communication Project www.furrealpodcast.com ig thefurrealpodcast FB the fur real podcast Threads The Fur Real Podcast Tik Tok The Fur Real Podcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Shouldn't every dog have its day? Heck we have holidays for everything else! Well Sneha Shrestha the founder of Sneha Care does! Nepal has a festival celebrating the day of the dog..... plus several other places across the globe.... there are even several cities in the US now too! When you think about Nepal, more than likely stray dogs do not come to mind. Did you know, that in the Kathmandu Valley there are over 100,000 stray dogs alone? Sneha's journey is an amazing story of amazing woman that has made her passion a realitly and what a story it is. Sneha and her dog Zara have so many things to tell us.... and teach us..... about how the love of an animal can change a person's journey. This is an inspiring episode and I really hope you like it as much as I like her and the wonderful things she is doing!! @snehascare fb Snehas Care tiktok snehacare @thefurrealpodcast FB The Fur Real Podcast tiktok thefurrealpodcast threads the fur real podcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Orangutan means "Forest Person" in old Malaysian.. There is so much to learn about these big orange peaceful animals. Leif Cocks, the founder and director, of the "Orangutan Project" has had a love for these guys almost his whole life. That connection to them really shines through in this episode. These guys prefer to stay in the trees... more than any other great ape. Even as big as to get they are the most peaceful of the great apes too. I can't imagine anyone not finding this episode facinating. www.theorangutanproject.org ig The Orangutan Project fb The Orangutan Project tiktok theorangutanproject www.furrealpodcast.com ig thefurrealpodcast fb thefurrealpodcast threads thefurrealpodcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Your pets "Teef" health is more important than you know. Their "TEEF" can be the root cause of many other things. Dr. Emily Stein goes to the root of the problem. What if the health of your pets "TEEF" could drastically change their health to the better? And... what if there was an easy solution to getting healthy "TEEF" and thereby having a healthier pet. This episode goes into the biology of bacteria and many other things. Dr. Stein was a delight, shes witty, charming and very informative. You will really enjoy this one. www.teefhealth.com @teefhealth FB TEEFhealth www.primalhealthllc.com www.furrealpodcast.com @thefurrealpodcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Everything Octopus (Cephalopods)! If you want to listen to an informative, fun and interesting episode...this is it! What's not interesting about the Octopus. Wait to you hear the things they can do....wait to you hear how smart they are........wait to you hear how they can camouflage themselves. Do you know what a cuttlefish is? We go there. If you have not seen My Octopus Teacher (Jennifer is the scientific advisor on the film) I guarantee you will go and watch it now after hearing everything. Dr. Jennifer Mather is one of the leading experts in Cephalopods and boy did I have a lot to learn. If you have thirst for knowledge get ready to drink it up!!! www.furrealpodcast.com @thefurrealpodcast FB The Fur Real Podcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

The Free-Ranging Dog Project.... Guilia Cimarellin a colloborator of the study being done through the Univeristy of Vienna discussed their study. How do "Free Ranging" dogs learn... are they happier than "domestic" dogs... Did you know that there are as many as 700 million free-ranging dogs throughout the world? Crazy..right? This episode goes in great detail of the wide ranging areas of the study this project covers. Thought provoking at a minimum... you will love this one!! https://audio.com/fur-real/audio/intro-teaser-free-ranging-dog-project www.furrealpodcast.com @free_ranging_dogs_project @Domlabvienna fb Free-Ranging Dogs Project @thefurrealpodcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Manatees..."Sea Cows" these peaceful mammals are ost often individually identified by their scars from boaters. Pat Rose one the worlds leading experts on Manatees joined us. What a treat...Pat has been working with Manatees since the early 70's and the stories he has to tell !!! and Jimmy Buffett was "instrumental" in raising money to help them and educate us starting in 1981. Most of us have heard about Manatees...but how much do you really know??? This episode is full of information and some great stories about the big guys that the closest land animal is the Elephant. Sit back and enjoy this one...Pat Rose is so informative and really tells their story in a way that is just facinating!!! www.savethemanatee.org www.furrealpodcast.com @savethemanateeclub FB Save the Manatee Club @thefurrealpodcast FB Fur Real Podcast Threads Thefurrealpodcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Chimpanzees...critically endangered..just think about that... Jenny and Jimmy Desmond are doing more than thinking about it...it has become their lifes work. Their organization Liberia Chimpazee Rescue and Protection is saving these beautiful Great Apes.. You know they are the closest in DNA to humans..right??? Can you guess what is the biggest reason that they are endangered...that's right... their closest cousins...us!!! There is so much in this episode.. if you don't finish listening to this episode knowing more, loving the Chimpanzees more and respecting what Jenny and Jimmy are doing...I will be shocked... there are stories in this episode that will give you goose bumbs...I promise!!! Please go to there website and their social media...... www.liberiachimprescue.org @liberiachimprescueprotection FB Liberia Chimpanzee Rescue tic tok Liberia Chimp Rescue Protection www.furrealpodcast.com Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Your kids are sick and at home but you need to get your pet to the Veterinarian... In todays crazy, busy world with so much going on... what to you do? Sound familar?? In this episode Dr. Katie Eick founder of Rollin Vets discusses the advantages of having a mobile vet come to your home. As she tells us, there are so many advantages to having a Veterinarian come make a house call... when you hear what she says, it will really make you think that this may also just be the option you need to look into. Here motto Rockin Pets... Rollin Vets says it all, she is really informativie and tells her story in a fun way.... so put your smile on and get ready for a rockin ride! www.furrealpodcast.com www.rollinvets.com @rollinvets @furrealpodcast . . Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Beautiful beaches, beautiful people and lots of stray animals..... Aruba, known for its beauty also once had a problem with stray animals. Imagine 105,000 people and at one point over 40,000 strays?? Today with the leadership of people like Zoey Conijn Berkel the founder of "Luna Foundation" the situation of strays has immensely improved. Zoey tells us her unique approach, her love of animals and of course her love of Aruba. This is one of those stories you will want to liste over and over... Zoey is an inspiration.... www.furrealpodcast.com www.luna-aruba.com @lunafoundation @thefurrealpodcast facebook Luna Foundation Aruba inc Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

Have your ever noticed that your dog flinches like you do everytime you see a car coming towards you out of your peripheral vision ever since you were in that car accident? Just like other forms of depression and anxiety, PTSD is not limited to us humans, our best friends can suffer from these too. While we are dealing with our problems, if you are like me, you probably never thougtht that coiuld also affect your dog as well. In this weeks episode,expert Caroline Aluppo joins me and discusses what kind of trauma dogs may experience and some tools to help them cope and heal. Caroline with close to 20 years of experience in the dog industry and working with dogs struggling with behavioral problems opens our eyes with so much insight on causes, effects and solutions. She is informative and just delightful. www.furrealpodcast.com www.carolinealuppo.se @carolne_aluppo @thefurrealpodcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing Shoutout to Listener Justin Bayne for his constructive critisism!!! and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

World reknown dog photographer Christian Vieler has created a sensation with "Dogs Catching Treats". Listen to his journey on how he got here and how he travels the world catching dogs in that exact moment for pet owners all over the world. His photos can't help to make you smile. We all try to capture that perfect "moment" of our pets... and usually we just miss it... he does not. This episode is fun and enlightening and if you have not seen his photos, I really hope this episode introduces you to them. www.furrealpodcast.com www.vieler-photography.com @vieler.photography @thefurrealpodcast Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!

If you have ever lost a pet, you've probably felt that empty feeling in the pit of your stomach or the overwhelming emptiness in your heart. In the first part of our episode, Reverend Kaleel Salakeeny of Animal Talks joins us to discuss Pet Grief and Loss and some options to help you cope with the pain of the loss of your best friend. One of very few ordained ministers and an expert in Pet Grief he will hopefully help guide you to a happier place. In the second part of the episode, imagine climbing two large fences, escaping a pet rescue center, crossing a highway just to get to a long term nursing facility and then finding residents that are at the end of their journey and snuggling up to comfort them. Meet Scout and wait to you hear what amazing friend he has been to these residents. He really is a modern day Lassie! www.furrealpodcast.com www.animaltalksinc.com @thefurrealpodcast @animaltalksinc Speical thanks to J Jig Cicero @jjigcicero for our music intro and outro..you rock!!! Special thanks to Jake Olson jfolson.music@gmail.com for awesome sound editing and to our supporters: www.prepvet.com Stem cells for pets www.letswalkaustin.com www.letswalkhouston.com www.letswalkdenver.com Pet walking and more!