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Urban Zoo

Urban Zoo

By: NEWSTALK Sauga 960 AM
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Each week Urban Zoo host Bill McBain welcomes vets, care-givers, researchers, spiritual leaders, suppliers, enforcement officers, pet-lovers and companions, etc., who share their stories and expertise.

There is cuteness, joy, practical advice, expert insight and probing into some uncomfortable and challenging corners of our relationship with animal life.

Biped-quadruped, carnivore-herbivore-omnivore-insectivore, invertebrate-vertebrate, pet-working or livestock, tame-feral, on wings-foot-hoof or fin: Peel is as bio-diverse as its’ people. We are a region where river valleys, woodland and farms bump up against ever expanding urban neighbourhoods.

Some animals thrive, others are threatened but together they comprise the rich bio heritage of Peel. The Urban Zoo examines and celebrates the depth and power of the animal-human bond and the many facets of our interrelationship with the creatures we share our lives with.

We want to hear your stories: are you a caregiver, owner, parent, supplier, veterinary health professional, or do you work or volunteer with a rescue group, shelter or rehabilitation centre? Or are you simply a lover of animals? The Urban Zoo would love to hear from you: your thoughts and your stories.Copyright NEWSTALK Sauga 960 AM
Episodes
  • Urban Zoo - Epi 103 - Telemedicine, Roadside Zoos & Animal Welfare Reform

    Urban Zoo - Epi 103 - Telemedicine, Roadside Zoos & Animal Welfare Reform
    May 26 2026
    In this episode of The Urban Zoo, Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick explore the evolving world of animal care and welfare. The conversation covers the rise of veterinary telemedicine through Vetwise, the ethical concerns surrounding roadside zoos, and the global advocacy work of World Animal Protection. The episode closes with standard reflections on where animal welfare policy is heading and what meaningful reform could look like in practice.
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    54 mins
  • Urban Zoo - Epi 102 - Monty Finds a Home, Pet Housing & Responsible Ownership

    Urban Zoo - Epi 102 - Monty Finds a Home, Pet Housing & Responsible Ownership
    May 5 2026
    On The Urban Zoo, Bill McBain and Dr. Tiffany Rennick share a heartwarming “happy story” about Monty finding a forever home, highlighting positive outcomes in animal rescue and adoption. The discussion continues with Sarah Herring, Government Relations Officer with the BC SPCA. She joins the conversation to explore housing for pets, challenges faced by pet owners, exotic pet ownership, and the transportation of animals across jurisdictions. The episode closes with standard remarks and reflections from the hosts.
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    50 mins
  • Urban Zoo - Epi 101 - Veterinary Medicine & Media Perspectives

    Urban Zoo - Epi 101 - Veterinary Medicine & Media Perspectives
    Apr 21 2026
    On The Urban Zoo, Bill McBain speaks with Dr. Emily Pena for an introduction to veterinary medicine, discussing foundational concepts, career insights, and evolving practices in animal care. The episode also features Penelope Mathison, who talks about her new program BoomerXchange on Sauga 960 AM, highlighting conversations around aging, community, and media engagement. The episode closes with standard remarks from the host.
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    58 mins
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