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AnimalCentral

English, Education, 1 season, 92 episodes, 3 days, 6 hours, 49 minutes
About
Sharon Dale is the Editor-in-Chief and owner of Cesar’s Way, Canine Zone and All about Cats magazines. She is a ‘crazy dog lady’ and her passion is to educate people about animals in general and create awareness about animal abuse. We’re learning about all living creatures and their environment, and will answer any of your questions.
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AnimalCentral - Birding

Ainsley Hay chats to Heinz Ortman, a tour guide from RockJumper Birding Tours, about bird tours, the technicalities of guiding as well the amazing trips that RockJumper do. www.cliffcentral.com
4/13/201647 minutes, 41 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Arthritis in our Pets

Specialist Veterinary Surgeon from Fourways Veterinary Hospital, Dr Neels du Plessis, talks to Ainsley Hay about the all too common ailment of arthritis in pets. www.cliffcentral.com
4/6/201659 minutes, 34 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Blood Lions

Have you ever petted a lion cub? Have you ever paid to see lions in captivity? As innocent as this may seem, have you ever considered where those cubs and beautiful beasts eventually land up? Pippa Hankinson from Blood Lions discusses the ‘Blood Lions’ documentary that has exposed South Africa’s unethical captive lion industry. www.cliffcentral.com
3/23/201646 minutes, 35 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Feline Kidney Health & Woodrock Dog Rescue

How is your cat’s kidney health doing? Dr Guy Fyvie tells you all you need to know about your cat’s kidneys and how to ensure your furry friend remains healthy and happy. Then, from Woodrock Dog Rescue, Stella joins Ainsley Hay to talk about their upcoming fundraiser and the incredible work they do. www.cliffcentral.com
3/16/201645 minutes, 41 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Animal Lovers Project Swing (ALPS)

Cassandra Barbosa from Animal Lovers Project Swing (ALPS) talks about the upcoming Golf Day fundraiser taking place on 16 March 2016 as well as the vital work that ALPS does for the animals of the Etwatwa Informal Settlement. www.cliffcentral.com
3/9/201647 minutes, 54 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Humane Society International

There is some good news for chickens, find out what it is from the Humane Society International’s Tozie Zokufa who is also the Program Manager of the Farm Animals Department. Then sticking with farm animals, Dr Clint Austin also has a few words of wisdom. www.cliffcentral.com
3/2/201642 minutes, 57 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Renowned UK Dog Trainer Nando Brown

Internationally renowned UK dog trainer Nando Brown joins Ainsley Hay. He’s in SA to run workshops through DogTown SA. Some of his workshops deal with aggression and grumpy dogs, Ainsley gets some advice from him on this and other facets of pet ownership too. www.cliffcentral.com
2/17/201647 minutes, 8 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Bruntville Dog Project

Stacey Keen from the Bruntville Dog Project, a Community Based Outreach Programme, speaks to Siya Sangweni- Fynn and Jonathan Sinclair about the lessons she gives to kids about how to train and take care of their pets. www.cliffcentral.com
2/10/201643 minutes, 41 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Tack Theft

Candice Hobday from Hobday Equestrian Enterprises International Horse Transport talks about the huge amount of Tack Theft that is happening to horse owners. This appears to be a tightly run criminal syndicate that is growing daily! www.cliffcentral.com
2/3/201644 minutes, 11 seconds
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AnimalCentral - SA Drought & Rhino Poaching Survivors

With the terrible drought that South Africa is experiencing, Ainsley Hay chats with Dr Anja du Plessis, senior lecturer in the Department of Geography at Unisa and Dr Clint Austin from Bayer Animal health to discuss the far reaching effects of the drought on both people and animals. Then, all the way from America via Skype, Minxy Ann Heizer talks about the fundraising that she is doing to help the survivors of rhino poaching in SA. www.cliffcentral.com
1/27/201648 minutes, 16 seconds
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AnimalCentral - The Captain’s Beard

Ainsley Hay presents a fun and light-hearted edition of the show, she also reveals which animal is her favourite. She’s joined by Shaun Piercy and Christo Plekenpol from The Captain’s Beard and James Jimbo Harvey from Rebel Management. The star of the show, however, is none other than 8-week-old rescued French Bulldog, Spud. www.cliffcentral.com
1/20/201645 minutes, 17 seconds
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AnimalCentral - SA Lippizaners & H20 Hooves Initiative

If you're a horse lover, this is one for you! From the SA Lippizaners, Ainsley Hay is joined by Judy Vertue, Bronwyn Taylor and Marina Snyman, to talk about what these amazing horses are all about. Then, with the countrywide drought, Kerry Byerley and Karen Keller from the H20 Hooves initiative tell us about the critical work they do in getting water to drought stricken areas. www.cliffcentral.com
1/13/201647 minutes, 29 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Veterinary Nursing

Ever thought about Veterinary Nursing as a career? Well, if you or someone you know has a passion for healing and helping animals, Sr. Dalene Jansen van Vuuren from the Veterinary Nurses Association of South Africa, has some advise on the pros and cons of Veterinary Nursing as a career in South Africa. www.cliffcentral.com
1/6/201649 minutes, 35 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Animal/Human Training

Animal training is more about training the human than the animal, Michelle Moll from Animal Handling speaks about this, she's joined by her dwarf French bulldog. Then Anne, a puppy raiser from the Guide Dogs Association, talks about what it takes to raise dogs that will change people's lives. www.cliffcentral.com
12/23/201545 minutes, 50 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Christmas Cruelty

Along with this festive time of year comes the unfortunate reality of "Christmas Cruelty". It can be an especially terrible time for dogs, cats and the organisations that have to care for them. Joining Ainsley Hay to discuss these issues is Tanya Nel from K9 Best Friends and Dr Noline van den Berg from Fairlands Vet. www.cliffcentral.com
12/16/201548 minutes, 45 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Scotty Valadao & Stevie French

Renowned pet behaviourist Scotty Valadao tells you how to keep your pets calm during firework season. Also, actress Stevie French talks about her love of dogs, but in particular, for her Boston Terrier Samantha Martin who join the ladies in studio. www.cliffcentral.com
12/9/201549 minutes, 35 seconds
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AnimalCentral - What Happened to FreeMe SA?

Ainsley Hay addresses something that is very close to her heart. After seeing the rehabilitation centre that founded her love for rehabilitating wildlife close its doors after 18 years, she chats to Margi Brocklehurst about what has happened at the FreeMe Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre in Gauteng. www.cliffcentral.com
12/2/201543 minutes, 32 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Famous Dogs

Have you ever wanted to meet a famous dog? Well, it's your lucky day. Sue Green from Joy Dogs comes into studio and brings along Jazmine, Oscar and Yola who used to play the role of the "paint" dog but are now therapy dogs. Also joining the show is Andrew Freemantle and Sunelle De Pierres from EPet Store who talk about how people buy their pets gifts for Christmas and what you should be looking for to put under the tree for your dog or cat this year. www.cliffcentral.com
11/25/201550 minutes, 36 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Birding

Ainsley Hay talks about birding and what an exciting and fascinating hobby this can be. She is joined by John Kinghorn from Birding Eco Tours and Youth Africa Birding. www.cliffcentral.com
11/18/201546 minutes, 33 seconds
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AnimalCentral - Brainy Birds

"Polly want a cracker?" Dee Hendrickx from Brainy Birds joins Sharon Dale to educate animal lovers on proper parrot keeping techniques, she brings in a few of her feathery friends too. www.cliffcentral.com
11/11/201548 minutes, 20 seconds
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AnimalCentral 04.11.15

Nicci Wright from the African Pangolin Working Group talks pangolins and wildlife rehabilitation in South Africa. www.cliffcentral.com
11/4/201547 minutes, 42 seconds
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AnimalCentral 28.10.15

Sharon Dale talks to Tozie Zokufa, the Programme Manager for Humane Society International, along with actress and model Anji Woodley about the recently launched Green Monday, a global movement aimed at improving public health, environmental sustainability and animal welfare. Then from TEARS, Tracey Gilpin tells us about the fantastic response from the community who helped evacuate 153 dogs from their shelter due to the riots currently taking place in Cape Town. www.cliffcentral.com
10/28/201551 minutes, 39 seconds
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AnimalCentral 21.10.15

Sharon Dale speaks to Viv Elliot from Saints Animal Charity Shop and Dorette from Pawesome Wacky Whiskers. Dorette works in underprivileged communities to spay and neuter animals. www.cliffcentral.com
10/21/201553 minutes, 26 seconds
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AnimalCentral 14.10.15

Sharon's guest is Dayle Robyn, who will be talking about the upcoming Mutters Waterworks Day. Then Kloofendal field guide, Karin Spottiswoode, is back to talk to us about how to attract insects to your garden and how they help us. www.cliffcentral.com
10/14/201551 minutes, 55 seconds
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AnimalCentral 07.10.15

From Kitty & Puppy Haven, Samantha Berger discusses the sad situation at the Bunny Park in Benoni. Then from Ban Animal Trading, Smaragda Louw returns to talk about keeping exotic animals as pets. www.cliffcentral.com
10/7/201549 minutes, 4 seconds
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AnimalCentral 30.09.15

With the recent Carte Blanche exposé on keeping exotic animals as pets, Smaragda Louw from Ban Animal Trading talks about this issue, as well as the cruelty taking place against animals in circuses. www.cliffcentral.com
9/30/201555 minutes, 45 seconds
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AnimalCentral 23.09.15

Charmaine Booysens from The 9th Day Rescue and Rehabilitation talks about what they do and provides an update on Bismarck the bait dog who they are taking care of. Dr Sonja Maricevic also joins the show and talks about cat nutrition and how it can help improve certain health conditions. Then the story of Jugomaro Predator Park and the plight of their big cats who are under threat of being taken away from their home is back in the spotlight, Owner and Manager of the park, Justin Fernandes speaks out to Sharon and tells exactly what is happening at the park. www.cliffcentral.com
9/23/201551 minutes, 33 seconds
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AnimalCentral 16.09.15

Renowned veterinarian and Veterinary Affairs Manager for Hill's Pet Nutrition, Dr Guy Fyvie joins Sharon Dale to discuss obesity, arthritis and dementia in dogs and cats. Then Beverley Schellings from 'Ride for a Reason' joins the show, they are going to attempt to break the world record with the most amount of vehicles in a logo. www.cliffcentral.com
9/16/201552 minutes, 42 seconds
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AnimalCentral 09.09.15

Ainsley Hay from the NSPCA discusses the controversy surrounding 'Alldays' hunting. Lisa Visser, MD of 'My Most Beautiful' talks about their pet photo competition. Finally, Karin Spottiswoode is a renowned naturalist and field guide who provides insight into the birds that visit our gardens, how important they are in the environment, and how to best care for them. www.cliffcentral.com
9/9/201551 minutes, 49 seconds
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AnimalCentral 02.09.15

Sharon is joined by Hester Pescivolo and Garrick Wilson from Beagle Rescue SA. She then chats with veterinarian Dr Clint Austin about choking hazards for dogs and skin infections. www.cliffcentral.com
9/2/201548 minutes, 13 seconds
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AnimalCentral 26.08.15

Sharon is joined by one of South Africa's best dog photographers, Emma O'Brien. Emma gives back to shelter dogs by photographing them for social media and calendars. Then Elke du Bruy from Nordic Rescue talks about what they do, and provides tips on planning for the upcoming holiday season and how to make arrangements for your pets, well ahead of time. www.cliffcentral.com
8/26/201552 minutes, 48 seconds
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AnimalCentral 19.08.15

Sharon Dale chats to Dr Marlene Norton about a day in the life of a vet and how to become one. Then Jerry Selwane from the Soweto Animal Rescue & Advisory Centre talks about his new calendar fundraiser. www.cliffcentral.com
8/19/201552 minutes, 39 seconds
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AnimalCentral 12.08.15

This episode is dedicated to Cecil the lion who was killed by a hunter in Zimbabwe. Drew Abrahamson from Exclusive Safaris and Captured in Africa, provides an update on Cecil's comrade Jericho and Cecil's cubs. Linda Park from Campaign Against Canned Lion Hunting and Ainsley Hay from the NSPCA Wildlife Division also have their say. www.cliffcentral.com
8/12/201555 minutes, 27 seconds
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AnimalCentral 05.08.15

Author of ‘The Cow at the Window’, Dr Alex Niven talks about his book which is a collection of stories about fascinating animals and their equally as interesting human companions. Then resident veterinarian Dr Clint Austin returns to talk about Parvo, this disease can have a devastating effect on the health of a puppy, Dr Clint reveals the signs and symptoms, treatments and prevention methods. www.cliffcentral.com
8/5/201552 minutes, 19 seconds
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AnimalCentral 29.07.15

Dean Bush from Greyhound Rescue South Africa talks about the abuse these animals face in greyhound racing. Then it’s all about the chickens as Candace Ristic from Chicken Rescue & Rehabilitation South Africa stops by. www.cliffcentral.com
7/29/201558 minutes, 53 seconds
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AnimalCentral 22.07.15

Jono and Sharon kick off with Stella Meldau from Woodrock Animal Rescue and Kennels who talks about the journey of being an Animal Angel. Then they're joined by their July celebrity, SA’s Speed Queen, Wilmarie Janse van Rensburg, who explains how her passion for cats led her to develop a rescue, sterilisation and rehoming initiative. Together with Wilamrie, they do a quick update from the owner and manager of The Jugomaro Predator Park in Groblersdal. www.cliffcentral.com
7/22/201553 minutes, 50 seconds
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AnimalCentral 15.07.15

With the recent drama at The Jugomaro Predator Park in Groblersdal, Ainsley Hay from the NSPCA Wildlife Division joins Jono and Sharon to reveal all the details. Smaragda Louw from Ban Animal Trading gives the facts behind the story of the wildlife importers who have been in the headlines of late. Finally, author Marybeth Haines joins the show via Skype to discuss her book 'The Power of Pets', which aims to help pet owners deal with their grief after the loss of a pet. www.cliffcentral.com
7/15/201554 minutes, 49 seconds
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AnimalCentral 08.07.15

From the Jugomaro Predator Park in Limpopo, Jono and Sharon are joined by Justin Fernandes, who is fighting for his big cats to be able to stay on their land. Then they discuss everything you ever wanted to know about your ageing pet's nutritional requirements with Grant and Sonja from Pack Leader, they reveal how correct nutrition can help with conditions like arthritis and obesity. www.cliffcentral.com
7/8/201554 minutes, 50 seconds
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AnimalCentral 01.07.15

Jaco Pieterse from the NSPCA catches Jono and Sharon up on the court cases currently underway with regards to animal cruelty. Then on a lighter and much cuter note, Cheryl Gaw from Pug Rescue joins them, along with guest of honour Pickle the Dwarf Pug. www.cliffcentral.com
7/1/201553 minutes, 20 seconds
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AnimalCentral 24.06.15

With the social media outrage regarding Butch the retired police dog that was euthanised, reportedly against his handler's wishes, Jono and Sharon are joined by Dianne Kohler Barnard of the DA who was lobbying to save Butch, as well as the manager of the Amanzimtoti SPCA, who both give their sides of the story. Then Urs Honegger, publisher of HQ, Pony and Animal Talk magazines pops in, as well as veterinarian Dr Clint Austin, to talk about a devastating canine disease that is spread via beetles. www.cliffcentral.com
6/24/201554 minutes, 43 seconds
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AnimalCentral 17.06.15

'FreeMe' is a rehabilitation centre for indigenous wildlife, their aim is to "conserve wildlife and inspire the world", Clinic Manager Penelope Morkel tells Jono and Sharon all about it. Then the founder of 'Schnauzer Rescue', Deborah Blane, along with the guest of honour, Maxie the Schnauzer, joins them in studio. www.cliffcentral.com
6/17/201547 minutes, 48 seconds
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AnimalCentral 10.06.15

Melissa Schreiber from The Dr Mike Hardwich Foundation in KZN joins Jono on the line to talk about the amazing work they do for animals and people in need. Andries Venter from the NSPCA talks about the state of farm animals and service animals in general. Finally, PETS, an organisation that works in Alexandra, Diepsloot and other informal settlements to educate, spay, neuter and rescue animals pops into studio. www.cliffcentral.com
6/10/201548 minutes, 39 seconds
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AnimalCentral 03.06.15

Recently an American tourist was mauled by a lioness at The Lion Park after leaving her window open, she subsequently passed away from her injuries. We chat with Scott Simpson, Operations Manager at The Lion Park to get the full story. We are also joined by Jaco Pieterse from the NSPCA and from the Soweto Animal Rescue and Advisory Centre, Jerry Selwane pops in. www.cliffcentral.com
6/3/201552 minutes, 30 seconds
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AnimalCentral 27.05.15

Labradors are recognised by humans as a breed synonymous with loyalty, service, beauty, companionship and protection. We are joined by Gail Frankiskos from Labrador Rescue who will tell us all about these fantastic dogs and their relationships with humans. Then our extra special celebrity guest is none other than Ben Karpinski, who tells us of his love for his cat Meowzers, and felines in general. www.cliffcentral.com
5/27/201550 minutes, 55 seconds
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AnimalCentral 20.05.15

It's all about the reptiles! We're joined by Ilonka and Mike from Save Me Reptile Rescue who bring in a few cold blooded friends. Anything and everything you ever wanted to know about reptiles, this is your chance. www.cliffcentral.com
5/20/201549 minutes, 50 seconds
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AnimalCentral 13.05.15

Wendy Willson (Cruelty/Human crime connection) from the NSPCA tells us about the big dog fighting bust that was in the news recently, we are also joined by Jeanette Erasmus - President of The Pitbull Federation of South Africa to discuss the abuse of the Pitbull breed. www.cliffcentral.com
5/13/201552 minutes, 37 seconds
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AnimalCentral 06.05.15

Veterinarian Dr Clint Austin joins us along with dog behaviourist Shannon McKay. We also get the harrowing tale of a listener who was innocently walking in her area when she was approached by a vicious dog who wanted nothing more than to attack her. What should one do in these situations? www.cliffcentral.com
5/6/201553 minutes, 31 seconds
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AnimalCentral 29.04.15

We find out what a day in the life of an NSPCA vet is like with veterinarian Bryce Marock. Then we hear about WODAC (World of Dogs and Cats) Expo which will be taking place at Gallagher Estate from 17 to 19 July from organiser Brian Blades. www.cliffcentral.com
4/29/201557 minutes, 14 seconds
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AnimalCentral 22.04.15

We explore the alternatives to the use of animals in testing with the Manager of the NSPCA's Ethics Unit - Erika Vercuiel. Then our resident reptile man Arno Naude discusses the upcoming expo which focuses on all things reptilian. www.cliffcentral.com
4/22/201552 minutes, 32 seconds
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AnimalCentral 15.04.15

We often consider the welfare of dogs, cats, rhinos and other wildlife, but what about fish? Manager of the National Council of SPCAs Special Projects Unit, Tshepo Sebake, discusses the welfare of fish in SA, from domestic to wild. Then Brendan Murray from Owl Rescue Centre talks about South Africa's owls. www.cliffcentral.com
4/15/201554 minutes, 9 seconds
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AnimalCentral 08.04.15

Boarder Collies are one of the most loved breeds in the world. Sharon is rolling solo and is joined by a representative from Boarder Collie Rescue along with actual Border Collie Jude! They also continue their conversation regarding donkeys and horses who serve us and how we can help them. Finally, the 5th annual Penguin Promises Waddle for a Week is coming up, this is to raise awareness for the plight of the endangered African Penguin. www.cliffcentral.com
4/8/201554 minutes, 23 seconds
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AnimalCentral 01.04.15

Guide Dog Instructor - Maxine Geddie from the SA Guide Dogs Association of SA - brings in Vuka, a one year old Golden Retriever in training to become a service dog. Veterinarian Dr Clint Austin tells us why it's in our pets' best interests and our own, to spay and neuter within the first year. Then Morgane James from The Donkey Upliftment Project, tells us how they are uplifting Africa's donkeys and its people. www.cliffcentral.com
4/1/201552 minutes, 9 seconds
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AnimalCentral 25.03.15

What should we be feeding our dogs and cats? What are their evolutionary nutrition requirements? Dr Sonja Maricevic, PhD from Packleader discusses pet nutrition and what exactly goes, and should go, into our pets' food. Then Carolyn from MSD Animal Health talks about ticks and fleas and a new product launched on the market that will revolutionise tick and flea prevention. www.cliffcentral.com
3/25/201553 minutes, 22 seconds
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AnimalCentral 18.03.15.mp3

The Kitty & Puppy Haven join Jono and Sharon to tell of the amazing work they do is rescuing and re-homing pets in need, of course they bring along a puppy who is looking for a home. Then Head of the NSPCA Wild Animals Unit - Ainslee Hay, discusses the intricacies of keeping wild animals as pets. www.cliffcentral.com
3/18/201552 minutes, 43 seconds
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AnimalCentral 11.03.15

World Veterinary Day is coming up soon, veterinarian and technical adviser in animal health - Clint Austin, tells us what this day represents. Then dog fighting and dog theft for dog fighting is on the increase in SA, Wendy Wilson from The National Council of SPCAs tells us what we can do to combat this. www.cliffcentral.com
3/11/201550 minutes, 53 seconds
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AnimalCentral 04.03.15

Primate Rescue is an organisation that takes in abused and abandoned primates, many of whom were adopted by well meaning families who didn't realise how much work keeping a monkey as a pet really is. www.cliffcentral.com
3/4/201553 minutes, 26 seconds
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AnimalCentral 25.02.15

Animals can be fantastic psychologists, listeners, friends and can put a smile on the face of the saddest of people. Vicky from Paws for People tells us how this non-profit organisation makes a real difference in the lives of people, whether suffering from cancer, mental illness, substance abuse or a handicap of any kind. Of course the show wouldn't be complete without the star of the show, Roxy also joins in, she is a 4 year old German Shepherd who has been working as a therapy dog since she was 3 months old, we give her her own mic and she has lots to say. www.cliffcentral.com
2/25/201553 minutes, 29 seconds
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AnimalCentral 18.02.15

Damon Kalvari is a man who dons many hats, not only is he a radio producer extraordinaire, he is also a passionate animal owner and lover. Together with Miniature Schnauzer breeder - Francois Spangenberg, Damon tells us of his love and passion for Miniature Schnauzers. The show would not be complete without having a Miniature Schnauzer or two in studio! www.cliffcentral.com
2/18/201553 minutes, 58 seconds
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AnimalCentral 11.02.15

Setting the record straight on the role of the NSPCA, what they actually do and exactly what the laws are surrounding animal welfare, which are often misunderstood by the public, Christine Kuch from the NSPCA joins Jonathan and Sharon. www.cliffcentral.com
2/11/201553 minutes, 42 seconds
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AnimalCentral 04.02.15

The team gives back through poop. Alison and Vaughn from PooP-ScooP explain how their company plans to collect doggy doo doo, put it in their methane digester, and then harvest the methane to create natural gas which will keep animals in shelters warm during the winter. They're also joined by celebrity animal lover Casper de Vries, who tells of the love he has for his four-legged children and how they bring joy to his life. www.cliffcentral.com
2/4/201545 minutes, 28 seconds
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AnimalCentral 28.01.15

Legs, hair and poison. This edition of AnimalCentral is all about our 8-legged friends who are found on every continent on Earth except one. Arno Naude and Rosanne, bring in two tarantulas to educate us on the true beauty of these creatures. From their survival instincts and methods, their strange breeding habits, to their sometimes carnivorous tendencies, we get the full story surrounding these amazing, yet often misunderstood creatures. www.cliffcentral.com
1/28/201551 minutes, 59 seconds
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AnimalCentral 21.01.15

Jonathan and Sharon speak to Tracy McQuarrie the founder of Dogtown SA and Barking Mad shelter, she tells us about her passion for rescuing, rehabilitating and re-homing South Africa's abandoned pets. www.cliffcentral.com
1/21/201553 minutes, 12 seconds
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AnimalCentral 14.01.15

Sharon Dale has one of the very best animal behaviourists, Carole O'Leary, in studio to discuss cat and dog behaviour. www.cliffcentral.com
1/14/201552 minutes, 38 seconds
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AnimalCentral 07.01.15

With all the craziness of New Year's Eve and thousands of animals lost, injured or killed, Tarryn Coghlan from Concerned Citizens Against Fireworks tells us about their fight to protect domestic animals and wildlife from the devastating effects of fireworks. www.cliffcentral.com
1/7/201546 minutes, 42 seconds
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AnimalCentral 31.12.14

Animal Behaviourist Paula Jordi joins us to discuss the best ways to deal with your pet who is sensitive to fireworks, storms and any other loud noises. We also learn the truth behind being the "pack leader" and what this actually means for pet owners. Finally we discover how to deal with different breeds, and the best way to deal with breeds that use their eyes more and breeds that use their noses more, the differences might surprise you! www.cliffcentral.com
12/31/201451 minutes, 50 seconds
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Is it a mouse? Is it a rat? No, it's a chinchilla! On this edition of AnimalCentral we find out all about these little creatures, we have chinchilla expert Shaun Naude who brings with him Jack the chinchilla. We find out how to take care of a chinchilla, where to find reputable breeders, as well as what kind of pets they make. You may be surprised to realise that they can live up to 25 years if taken care of properly. We also have the difficult discussion surrounding the fur trade of these beautiful creatures, they have 70 hairs per follicle as opposed to humans who only have one hair per follicle, this is the reason they have one of the softest furs in the animal kingdom. www.cliffcentral.com
12/24/201444 minutes, 23 seconds
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AnimalCentral 17.12.14

Arno Naude - Chairman of the Herpetologist Society of SA - chats snakes, snake bites and snake keeping. He brings in his lavender albino reticulated python and tells us about her and all his other snakes. www.cliffcentral.com
12/17/201447 minutes, 10 seconds
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AnimalCentral 10.12.14

Wildlife videographer Peter Lamberti tells us some of the highlights of his career spanning more than 25 years in the business. See Peter Lamberti's work at www.youtube.com/user/aquavisiontv/videos. Then we have rescued pitbull Liefie in studio along with her handler Estelle Smith and an animal behaviourist to tell us how it's done. www.cliffcentral.com
12/10/201445 minutes, 53 seconds
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AnimalCentral 03.12.14

Over the last decade there have been more people keeping pigs as pets inside their homes. People are charmed by their intelligence and personality. Jono and Sharon chat with Leslie Giles who runs Pigs 'n' Paws, a sanctuary for abandoned pet pigs. www.cliffcentral.com
12/3/201450 minutes, 58 seconds
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AnimalCentral 26.11.14

Did you know that each year 40 million animals are killed for their fur, or that up to 40 animals will die to make just one fur coat? Anneke Malan from Fur Free South Africa joins us to help fight this problem. www.cliffcentral.com
11/26/201455 minutes, 1 second
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AnimalCentral

Jonathan and Sharon have some interesting news from the world of animals and our in-studio guest is animal wrangler and animal behaviourist Julie Bezuidenhout. Together we chat about the importance of socialising your puppy or dog and just what her job as an animal wrangler entails. www.cliffcentral.com
11/19/201453 minutes, 48 seconds
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AnimalCentral

Today Sharon Dale and Jonathan Sinclair chat with animal behaviourist Scotty Valado who tells us how to cope with pets who get highly stressed from loud noises and fireworks. We also discover how to ensure you are the pack leader and how to ensure that your energy influences your pet as opposed to the other way around. www.cliffcentral.com
11/12/201451 minutes, 49 seconds
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For Pets' Sake

Have you ever noticed that the most affectionate animal in the world is a wet dog? Have you ever thought about trying to be the person that your dog sees you as? Well if these are things that you think about and you love animals, then this is your show. Today we find out more about Boston Terrier Rescue and Sharon and Jono talk to Linda Parks about the very controversial subject of canned lion hunting. www.cliffcentral.com
11/5/201450 minutes, 15 seconds
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For Pets' Sake

Sharon Dale and Jono Sinclair present a new show for animal lovers. They're joined in studio by Smaragda Louw from Ban Animal Trading, and find out how to eradicate the problem of puppy mills and dogs being born to be bred. www.cliffcentral.com
10/29/201441 minutes, 38 seconds
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Heavy Petting

It's Leigh-Ann's last show as she's moving to Cape Town. What will she do with her five pets? Dr Guy Fyvie answers that question for us as he tells us what to expect, how pets adjust to new homes and how you can make the move easier and more comfortable for them. Then we get some dog training 101 tips from Paula Jordi. We also discover why cheetahs are killing themselves. www.cliffcentral.com
10/22/201454 minutes, 13 seconds
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Heavy Petting

Leigh-Ann is joined by world famous animal psychic Amelia Kinkade who teaches us to understand our pets’ thoughts and we find out about a missing parrot that returned home after four years speaking Spanish. www.cliffcentral.com
10/15/201455 minutes, 30 seconds
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Heavy Petting

The lost chihuahua has been found! Is a chimp a person? How and why are cheetahs killing themselves? Leigh-Ann and her guests answer these questions and more. www.cliffcentral.com
10/8/201453 minutes, 53 seconds
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Leigh-Ann is joined in studio by Idols winner Jason Hartman, who tells us about the Global March planned for elephants and rhinos. We chat to the man who risked his life to save 25 dogs from bees, as tragedy struck Husky Rescue SA. The latest on Milo the tiny chihuahua-cross who escaped onto the OR Tambo runway; an alleged rhino poaching kingpin remanded into custody; and the man who tried to smuggle 51 live turtles under his clothes. www.cliffcentral.com
10/1/201451 minutes, 59 seconds
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Leigh-Ann has 15-year-old Nadav Ossendryver who started the Kruger Sightings website and has the most viewed YouTube views in South Africa. She also speaks to Adine Roode, MD of Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre about the heartwarming story of Gertjie the Rhino and Lammie the Pedi Lamb. www.cliffcentral.com
9/17/201457 minutes, 42 seconds
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Leigh-Ann celebrates all creatures – great and small – once again with topics that include interviewing a honeybee farmer, John Moody who's been passionate about what he does for the past 40-50 years. She also spoke to CliffCentral.com's very own Geoffrey who recently adopted a Pomeranian pup and shone light on the fossil of possibly the largest land animal that's ever lived. Sounds crazy, right? Listen to the podcast for more info! www.cliffcentral.com
9/10/201456 minutes, 57 seconds
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Leigh-Ann brings us all things animal - Doggy Style, Help a Horny Friend and Animal News. She's joined by pet groomers Pimp My Pup and Sandton SPCA's Golden Oldie calendar photographer, Emma O'Brien. www.cliffcentral.com
9/3/201453 minutes, 37 seconds
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Leigh-Ann Mol has Jasper from Husky Rescue SA in studio telling us about huskies and she speaks to Pet Detective, Esme Nathanson, about her services. www.cliffcentral.com
8/27/201452 minutes, 23 seconds
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Leigh-Ann has Estelle from Woodrock Animals in studio, and she brings along the "smiling pitbull" Missy Moo who is in need of a home. She also reveals the Rhino Rage watch winner. www.cliffcentral.com
8/20/201457 minutes, 14 seconds
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Leigh-Ann has Pieter Van Niekerk from South African Guide-Dogs and his beautiful ​ companion O'Reilly and Phillip Kuhn in studio. She also speaks to Chris Fallows, the shark man with a soft spot for seals. www.cliffcentral.com
8/13/201454 minutes, 26 seconds
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Leigh-Ann has Ainsley Hay, manager of the Wildlife Protection Unit of the NSPCA in studio. Gary Hopkins from Luxcom joins them on the phone. www.cliffcentral.com
8/6/201456 minutes, 35 seconds
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Leigh - Ann has Rob and Robyn from StagBars in studio , they manufacture chew toys www.cliffcentral.com
7/30/201456 minutes, 6 seconds
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Leigh - Ann chats to representatives from the JHB Zoo and along came Polly ! www.cliffcentral.com
7/23/201452 minutes, 34 seconds
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Leigh - Ann speaks to Emma Sadleir , a media law consultant. They chat about social media and animal protection. Ark Animals also join them to chat about Mandela Day www.cliffcentral.com
7/16/201455 minutes, 4 seconds
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Leigh - Ann has David Smith on air to discuss animal cruelty www.cliffcentral.com
7/9/201451 minutes, 15 seconds
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Leigh Ann interviews Brad Mills and his 3 Huskeys www.cliffcentral.com
7/2/201452 minutes, 24 seconds
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Leigh-Ann discusses animals and oral sex , Her Special Guests include a representative of Dr Leigh Ann www.cliffcentral.com
6/25/201453 minutes, 50 seconds
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Heavy Petting 18.06.14 www.cliffcentral.com
6/18/201456 minutes, 44 seconds