Creature Comforts

Dr. Majure answers another round of pet questions for Creature Comforts monthly all-pet show. If you want to submit any pet questions or share your latest brush with nature (we love pictures) simply email us: animals@mpbonline.org.

With today’s high gasoline prices and even higher temperatures, some people are finding it practical to skip road trips and stay at home to explore the wealth of flora and fauna in our own backyards.Today we welcome back Joe Magee to talk about his recent backyard observations and what you might see as our local critters deal with this extreme summer heat. Have you ever heard of splooting?

Freshwater fishing opportunities abound in Mississippi with over 4,000 miles of streams and 282,000 acres of lakes and reservoirs.Today we welcome back Dennis Riecke from the MDWFP to talk fishing and the Ramps & Piers Program. Back in the studio after joining the show last month, Dennis gives us an update on Asian carp, bream fishing, and talks about who can take part in the ramps and piers around the state. Also,Libby is still in Oregon and enjoying 60-degree weather, while Dr. Majure shares more advice about keeping our pets safe during the daily Mississippi heat advisories. For more information about fishing in Mississippi visit: https://www.mdwfp.com/fishing-boating