
Kelly Jackson
Founder, Aarff.com

Sassy Seniors
"People don't realize or perhaps don't want to admit when their pets reach the senior stage of their lives. I say embrace it! It's important to know all about your pet and to help him make a smooth transition into their sassy senior years. Our seniors are still very vibrant and fabulous."
Sassy Seniors is a show celebrating senior pets. We will talk with celebs who own senior pets, authors, veterinarians, pets who became celebs in their golden years and much more.
Episode 8 - The "Dog Man" Talks with Kelly Jackson
As a former flight attendant, Randy Grim says he started Stray Rescue by accident. After years of flying strays back with from his trips, (this was before TSA) and rescuing endless strays where he lived in St. Louis, Missouri, Grim founded Stray Rescue. Fast forward more than 2-decades and Stray Rescue has evolved into 3-no kill shelters with 1,000 volunteers. Grim has been featured in endless magazines from Forbes, People, USA Today and television shows like National Geographic, Animal Planet and the Weather Channel. Grim, who still hits the streets rescuing dogs, talks to Kelly about some of his most memorable and strangest dog rescues. He also recently wrapped up taping a pilot for his new reality show by Warner Bros., and what he sees for the future of homeless pets. Randy is funny, witty and will keep you wanting to listen for more!
Questions or Comments? Send them to: kelly@petliferadio.com.
Episode 7 - 100 Days With Oliver
Robert Haas is a businessman turned aerial photographer turned author. However, one of the titles he's most proud of is being the best friend to Oliver his beloved 14 year old dog. When Oliver had an accident that left his hind legs paralyzed, Haas asked for just 100 more days together. We all know the strong bond we have with our pets, especially when our pets age into their golden years and we know just about everything about them, and they about us. Haas decided to keep a journal about Oliver's recovery, and the lessons he learns along the way in his book, Miracle Man: 100 Days With Oliver. Hear about the remarkable journey they take together.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: kelly@petliferadio.com.
Episode 6 - Oprah's Favorite Things: PAWS Chicago
When Oprah Winfrey puts her stamp of approval on something, that person, product or organization is catapulted into the spotlight. That was the case when Oprah first visited PAWS Chicago a couple of years ago. It is Chicago's largest no-kill humane organization. Since it was founded 13 years ago, the number of homeless dogs & cats killed annually has dropped more than 50 percent. Sassy Seniors host Kelly Jackson talked to PAWS Chicago Executive Director Rochelle Michalek about their success of being a no-kill facility, pet adoption, senior cats and dogs at PAWS, and of course, the Oprah Effect!
Questions or Comments? Send them to: kelly@petliferadio.com.
Episode 5 - Westminster Winners, Where Are They Now?
Ever wonder what happens to show dogs after they win the ultimate prize in the dog world? Sassy Seniors host Kelly Jackson tracked down two former Westminster Kennel Club Best in Show winners. Remember J.R. the Bichon Frise who won Best in Show in 2001? He captured our hearts with his enthusiasm when he won the title at the age of 3. Then there's Stump who made Westminster history in 2009 as the oldest dog to win Best in Show at 10 years old and the first Sussex Spaniel to ever win.
The still youthful J.R. turns 13 next month and Stump will be 12 years old. Scott Sommer is the owner/handler of both champions. He talks to Kelly about what it was like to have two dogs win the distinguished award, what it's like to live with J.R. and Stump, and keeping the senior champions happy and healthy.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: kelly@petliferadio.com.
Episode 4 - Bo Knows… How to Behave
The First Family's Dog Trainer talks training techniques for your pooch: The most famous dog in the country, Bo Obama, is so well behaved in the White House and the woman who played a big role talked with Sassy Senior's host Kelly Jackson. Dawn Sylvia-Stasiewicz uses positive reinforcement and bonding to train your pet. Yes, you can even teach an old dog new tricks! Kelly and Dawn talk about Kelly's own small issue she has when walking her 13-year-old pooch, Meeko. Dawn talks about how in just about 5 weeks, 15-20 minutes each day, you can train or retrain a dog with bad habits.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: kelly@petliferadio.com.
Episode 3 - Host to Host
In this episode of Sassy Seniors, host Kelly Jackson talks to fellow Pet Life Radio colleague Amy Shojai, host of Pet Peeves. Amy has literally written the book on older pets. Shojai has written 2 dozen animal related books. Her most recent project was updating what is considered the "Old Dog Bible." It's called "Complete Care for Your Aging Dog." Shojai also has a feline version for your aging cat as well. Let me tell you, you can't get any more complete than these books. After listening to this show, you will take away several things, but the biggest for me is that I know the field of veterinary medicine is making major breakthroughs when it comes to extending the lives of our older pets.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: kelly@petliferadio.com.
Episode 2 - Picture Perfect Pets & Breakfast At Ginger’s
In this episode of Sassy Seniors, it's all about capturing the best picture of your pooch. Kelly talks with award-winning pet lifestyle photographer Seth Casteel. Seth talks about some of his more memorable pet photo shoots, his celebrity shoots, how he's helping shelter dogs find loving homes through his camera lens, and how you can make your pet look like the star he is with your own camera.
Questions or Comments? Send them to: kelly@petliferadio.com.
Episode 1 - CBS' Resident Vet Talks Senior Pets and Zedonks!
In this inaugural episode of Sassy Seniors, host Kelly Jackson talks with Dr. Debbye Turner Bell of CBS' Early Show. Dr. Turner Bell is the Early Show's resident veterinarian and correspondent. They discuss senior pet care, attitudes toward older dogs, and the do's and don'ts of pets and hot temperatures. Debbye also shares some of the latest animal stories she's reported on including a baby Zedonk, and a military working dog serving in Iraq who was diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Enjoy!
Questions or Comments? Send them to: kelly@petliferadio.com.