Animal House w/Deborah Roberts
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Love animals? Then Animal House is for you! We cover all things animal and pet-related, with experts, interviews and lots of fun.
Episodes
- JCS: Audubon Center for Birds of Prey 5/13/2026
Dr. Daisy Fiore of the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey introduces the American Kestrel, Suzy, and shares details about the Rainbow Raptors event on June 27th, 2026. More information is available at www.audubon.org/cbop.
- JCS: Pet Alliance 5/6/2026
On Animal House, Deborah Roberts welcomes Kenny and Joelle from the Pet Alliance. They discuss the adoption of Remi, a 7-year-old mixed-breed dog, and the Pet Alliance's Group Training Classes and Private Training services. The episode als…
- JCS: The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens 4/29/2026
Bob Chabot, COO of the Central Florida Zoo, provides an update on 13 sloths rescued from an Orlando warehouse and brought to the zoo. He also explains ways the community can help cover the costs associated with their care.
- JCS: The C.A.R.E. Foundation
Christin Burford, Director of the C.A.R.E. Foundation, established in 1996, discusses the non-profit's ongoing struggles and how the community can assist. The C.A.R.E. Foundation focuses on Creating Animal Respect Education.
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Emily Geist and Katy Kuffel from the Central Florida Zoo highlight Mocha the guinea pig for National Pet I.D. week. They also promote the annual Hippity Hop Adventure event featuring an "Adopt an Animal" Vet Check Experience.
- JCS: Darryl Payne, Pawfection Dog Training
Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training addresses common dog behavior concerns submitted by listeners, such as jumping on people and resource guarding.
- JCS: Pet Alliance 3/18/2026
Kenny Tallier of the Pet Alliance introduces Doki, an 11-month-old Golden Retriever available for adoption. The discussion also covers the new shelter
- JCS: Back To Nature Wildlife Refuge
Debbie Helsel, Executive Director of Back To Nature Wildlife Refuge, announced their Easter celebration event on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event will feature family-friendly activities, including wildlife encounte…
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Christina O'Donnell and Josh Brandel from the Central Florida Zoo introduce Irwin, a White's tree frog, in honor of World Frog Day. They also discuss upcoming zoo events, including Spring Break, Summer Camp, and a Night Hike Under the Star…
- JCS: Darryl Payne with Pawfection Dog Training
Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training, who previously worked with Scotland Yard and the British Royal Family, addresses listener questions about dog behavior, including issues such as digging and dogs not getting along.
- JCS: Pet Alliance
Kenny Tallier of Pet Alliance introduces Kayak, a 2-month-old puppy available for adoption, detailing the associated fees. He also discusses the upcoming shelter opening and ways the community can support the organization.
- Animal House with Daisy Fiore 2-11-26
Daisy Fiore from the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey details the center's reopening following a construction project. The grand reopening weekend is scheduled for February 14th and 15th.
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens 2/4/2026
Katy Kuffel and Emma Aagaard from the Central Florida Zoo discuss the zoo's 'I ❤️Indigos' day event, featuring a gopher tortoise named Flick. They also touch on other zoo activities like Brews Around the Zoo and kids' programs.
- JCS: Darryl Payne with Pawfection Dog Training 1/28/2026
Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training addresses listener inquiries regarding dog behavior, such as a puppy's biting habits and the decision to adopt a third dog.
- JCS: Pet Alliance
Kenny Tallier of the Pet Alliance introduces Giselle, a 7-year-old dog available for adoption. He also provides an update on the new shelter's reopening and details about the Paws in the Park event.
- JCS: C.A.R.E. Foundation 1/14/26
This episode of Animal House features Christin Burford from the C.A.R.E. Foundation, discussing the organization and its animals, including a tortoise and an iguana.
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo 1/7/2026
Jifu Jennings and Christina O'Donnell from the Central Florida Zoo discuss PT Cruiser, a prehensile-tailed skink, and upcoming events like the Asian Lantern Festival, School Break Camps, and Brews Around the Zoo on Animal House.
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens 12/17/2025
Christina O'Donnel and Emily Geist from the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens discuss red-footed tortoises, the Asian Lantern Festival, upcoming children's camps, and the expanded Brews at the Zoo event. Roberta the red-footed tortoi…
- JCS: Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando 12/10/2025
Kenny Tallier of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando encourages pet adoption for the holidays and highlights available merchandise, low-cost vaccine clinics, and the shelter's wish list for pet enrichment items.
- JCS: Seminole County Animal Services 12/3/2025
Al Adams from Seminole County Animal Services discusses the 3rd annual Paws & Claus adoption event on December 6th, 2025. The event at Fort Mellon Park includes vendors, food trucks, $5 rabies shots and microchips, free adoptions, and phot…
- JCS: Pawfection Drog Training
Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training discusses common dog behavior challenges, offering advice on issues such as house soiling, stress in older dogs following a move, and excessive licking.
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo 11/5/2025
Christina O'Donnell and Josh Brandel from the Central Florida Zoo appeared on Animal House with Deborah Roberts to celebrate the opening of the Asian Lantern Festival. They brought a New Guinea blue-tongued skink named Reptar.
- JCS: The C.A.R.E. Foundation
Christin Burford, founder of the C.A.R.E. Foundation, explains the cancellation of the annual Fall Festival and outlines ways the community can support the animal rescue, such as donations and volunteering.
- JCS: Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando
Kenny Tallier of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando introduces Trixie, an 8-year-old Pitbull, and discusses the upcoming Pet Food Pantry and a need for towels and wash cloths at the Downtown Cat Shelter.
- JCS: Audubon Center for Birds of Prey 10/8/2025
Dr. Daisy Fiore, coordinator of education programming for the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, shares facts about bats and their ecological importance. The episode is timed for Halloween.
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo 10/1/2025
Emma Aagaard and Christina O'Donnell from the Central Florida Zoo discuss their Halloween event, Zoo Boo Bash, and the Asian Lantern Festival. They brought a ball python named Molar to the show.
- JCS: Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando
Kenny Tallier from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando announced new adoption hours and discussed the need for dog leash donations. He also highlighted Chase, a dog available for adoption, and mentioned their online store for merchandise.
- JCS: Pawfection Dog Training
Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training addresses listener questions on various dog behavior issues such as food aggression, excessive barking, and signs of depression in dogs after losing a companion.
- JCS: Humane Society of Lake County 9/10/2025
Angie and Ciji of the Humane Society of Lake County discuss animal adoption and community funding. They highlight adoptable pets Cypress and Leon, and promote the Suds, Pups and Pints event.
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens 9/3/2025
Christina O'Donnell and Emma Aagaard from the Central Florida Zoo discuss a black breasted leaf turtle named Squirtle. They also highlight zoo events including a farewell party for a rhino named PJ, Zoo Boo Bash, and the Asian Lantern Fest…
- JCS: Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando 8/20/2025
Kenny Tallier of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando appeared on Animal House to discuss the organization's work, including introducing King, an 11-year-old dog available for adoption. The conversation also covered updates on the construct…
- JCS: The C.A.R.E. Foundation 8/13/2025
Christin Burford, Director of the C.A.R.E. Foundation, introduces Yoda the kinkajou and shares facts about this nocturnal rainforest mammal, noting its relation to raccoons.
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Jifu Jennings and Katy Kuffle from the Central Florida Zoo discussed Percy the bearded dragon for World Lizard Day. They also promoted a special offer for August where children 12 and under receive free admission with a paid adult ticket.
- JCS: Cryptozoology with Dr. Daisy
Dr. Daisy Fiore from the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey explains heat stroke in wild birds and discusses her cryptozoology research on legendary creatures.
- JCS: Save the Manatee Club 7/23/2025
Cora Berchem from Save the Manatee Club discusses the organization's upcoming 5k event and provides an update on manatee populations and the Indian River Lagoon.
- JCS: Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando 7/16/2025
Kenny Tallier from the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando and Candyce Hatch, Sanford Clinic Manager, discussed the organization's low-cost veterinary services, highlighting the availability of spay and neuter appointments.
- JCS: Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge
Debbie Helsel of Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge shares details about their new facility, accompanied by a gopher tortoise named Hang Ten and an owl named Luna. The refuge is hosting a Grand Re-Opening on July 12th, 2025, with various attra…
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo 7/2/2025
Christina McDonnell and Emily Geist from the Central Florida Zoo appeared on Animal House with Deborah Roberts to discuss summer day camps and the zoo's 50th anniversary celebration. They also brought a Children's python named Nellie.
- JCS: Darryl Payne with Pawfection Dog Training 6/25/2025
Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training answers listener questions about dog behavior, including a dog refusing water, confusion in older dogs, and a dog exhibiting signs of mourning.
- JCS: Lee Asher from The Asher House
Lee Asher, founder of the nonprofit The Asher House, discusses animal welfare and protection. The conversation touches on his beginnings in animal rescue.
- JCS: Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando
Kenny Tallier of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando joined Animal House to discuss June being National Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. He shared updates on the new shelter roof installation and highlighted the website as a resource for pet hur…
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
Zoo Teacher Emma Aagaard and Senior Ambassador Animal Keeper Christina O'Donnell joined Animal House to discuss the importance of clean waterways for all animal species, and shared details about upcoming events at the Central Florida Zoo.
- JCS: Darryl Payne with Pawfection Dog Training 5/28/2025
Darryl Payne of Pawfection Dog Training appeared on Animal House with Deborah Roberts to address listener questions about dog behavior and to share personal news.
- JCS: Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando 5/21/2025
Kenny Tallier and Brandy Bennett of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando provide an update on their new shelter construction. They also discuss the current kitten season and ways to adopt animals.
- JCS: Central Florida Zoo 5/14/2025
Emily Geist and Alissa Jobe from the Central Florida Zoo discuss Meriadoc, a lesser Madagascar hedgehog tenrec. They also share details about the upcoming Sunset at the Zoo event and availability for Summer Camps.
- JCS: Audubon Center for Birds of Prey 5/7/2025
Daisy Fiore from the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey shares details about the Baby Owl Shower, a fundraising event celebrating 40 years. The event aims to raise awareness and funds for conservation efforts, with activities including craft…
- K9's United
Sgt. Jay Nix and Robert Ramos discuss the K9's United license plate initiative, which supports law enforcement K9 units in Florida and nationwide.
- JCS: Darryl Payne with Pawfection Dog Training 4/23/2025
Darryl Payne from Pawfection Dog Training addresses listener questions on dog behavior, covering topics like when to socialize dogs, appropriate crate sizes, and whether to leave the radio or TV on when the home is empty.
- JCS: Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando 4/16/2025
Kathy Burns and Kenny Tallier of the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando discuss kitten season and how listeners can help through adoption, fostering, or volunteering. An update on the new shelter opening is also provided.
- Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens 4/9/2025
Christina O'Donnell and Chlöe Fawcett from the Central Florida Zoo, along with a gopher tortoise named Flick, highlighted the significance of this keystone species. They also shared details about upcoming events at the zoo, including Brews…