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Barney Wood joins Patty to talk about the Maltese dogs and how Harry stacks up with his lineage. Apparently, it's a very ancient breed, and Harry was extremely attentive to Barney as he shares another informative Know Your Breed segment!

How do you make 'fleas', flee??? Tom Dock communications director for Noah's Animal Hospitals and our investigative Pet Pals TV reporter, talks about these nasty little biters and how to protect your pet.

Pet products take center stage with David Novak, our Gadget Guy as he displays calming treats, a lawn clean up machine and more. You can purchase all these items by fining them on our website ( ...even though Harry is on the display table, you can't purchase him, no no no!!)

Adorable little fox, in fact the smallest in the fox family, gets the royal treatment from Patty as she hugs him and squeezes him and kisses him! Courtesy of Amazon John and Silly Safaris we received fun and informative 'fox facts'! For more on this cutie and other critters, go to www.sillysafaris.com

What do you call it...a 'possum' or an 'opossum'? Barney Wood chats with a licensed wildlife rehabilitator who says, yes, there is a difference! In fact, you'll meet Peanut who was unable to be released back into the wild, and now 'Paws, Wings and Other Things' helps us understand how sweet and helpful these critters can be.

We all know Patty Spitler is a fierce advocate for animal welfare and brings positive, heartwarming stories each week to Pet Pals TV. But did you know that she grew up in Dayton, Ohio, was teased for her weight as a child, became a talented thespian in high school and was a radio DJ in college? Or that she interviewed hundreds of celebrities during her 23 years at WISH-TV, and that a drunk driving arrest led to an increase in her popularity? Yep, it's true! It's all in her autobiography, "The Dog Who Saved My Life," and it's available through this website at the reduced price of $18, which includes shipping. And she signs every book! Patty has lived a life of triumph and tragedy -- she had to give up her TV career due to hearing loss -- and it's all here in the book. It includes 68 photos, mostly in color. You'll love her stories about her pets through the years and be amazed by all her celebrity interviews, including her comments about some of them. It all culminates with her role as host, producer, reporter and other duties on Pet Pals TV, now in its 15th season! Here's a testimonial from Twila Snyder of The Four Legged Ranch: "Patty's book is absolutely amazing! During my read I can honestly say I felt every emotion one can experience. I experienced laughter, tears, giggles, chills, calmness, sadness, peace, inspiration, intrigue, adoration . . . and a beautiful and unbreakable explanation of unconditional love. I am deeply touched by Patty's honestly, passion and  sincerity. And my cat Harlow PAWSitively agrees!" (The Four Legged Ranch rescues dogs who have been surrenderd due to unfortunatelt circumstances and gves them a second chance at life. https://www.fourleggedranch.com/) If you want to know more about Patty's life, this is the book for you. It also makes a great gift! To order, go to the home page of this website and click on Patty's Book. Sit! Stay! Read!

Meet Ollie, a delightful companion ready to go on adventures with you! He could just be the new best friend you have been looking for. At around a year old and 54 pounds, Ollie is the perfect blend of fun and affection. He thrives on long, sniffing exploring walks. When it's playtime, Ollie's face lights up as he delights in romping around with his beloved stuffies. Ollie is a smart cookie who knows how to "sit" and takes treats gently. Ollie's favorite pastime is cuddling up for a nice pet session and enjoying attention from his human companions. If you're seeking a loyal and playful sidekick who's also a pro at snuggling, then Ollie is the perfect match for you! All adoptions are free and come with 30 days of support from IACS staff to help make sure the transition from the shelter to your home goes as smoothly as possible. All our available animals and the adoption application can be found here: https://indy.gov/activity/adopt-a-pet. Once you have submitted your application, please visit the shelter to speak with an Adoption Counselor and meet our available animals.

Parvo virus is an often-deadly disease in dogs, but it easily can be prevented with the right vaccinations. Robin Herman joins Patty to discuss the virus and offer advice about getting free shots for at-risk pets.

“I'm just wild about Harry!” Patty's little Maltese rescue certainly is a wonderful addition to her pet family, but boy does his breath smell! Patty took him to Noah's Animal Hospitals to get some dental work, but after some blood work it was discovered that his liver enzyme levels were high. Our Investigative Reporter Tom Dock explains.

Do you love to travel but you feel it's not fair to leave your pet behind? Steve Sweitzer has an older white German Shepherd named Ghost, and even though they've taken him on many vacations in their spacious trailer, Steve decided it was time to find a pet sitter to come to his house and take care of Ghost when they go on lengthy trips.