Streaming: Schipperke dog and trainer make a skillful pair!

Meet a championship dog and his dedicated owner! Dede Freeman, a seasoned rally obedience dog trainer, shows the impressive skills of her Schipperke, Casey, an AKC champion with several titles. He’s also a service dog. Dede talks to Patty about what goes into training for this dog sport.

What does Gadget Guy David Novak have for pet owners this time? How about a very smart dog collar that tracks your pup’s vital signs? It’s connected to a special app that offers detailed health insights tailored to your dog with alerts that help detect early signs of stress, pain, mobility issues or illness. Harry thought it was cool!

Prisoners at the Pendleton Correctional Facility work with cats who have been abused and neglected, and essentially not adoptable. The inmates offer the cats love and attention so they can find homes, and the inmates learn about a good work ethic, responsibility and how to feel empathy. Renee Jameson has this important story.

Do you know what a coatimundi is? Amazon John and Meerkat Mel from Silly Safaris brought in a wiggly raccoon-like mammal to show to Patty. And yes, Patty was so smitten by the coatimundi she even made him lunch . . . a hard-boiled egg!

The Chow Chow is a breed originally from Northern China and can be excellent family dogs if properly trained and socialized. They are loyal and protective but also can be independent and reserved. Is this the dog for you? Barney Wood has the answer on Know Your Breed!