Safari West
From antelopes to zebras, we'll show you where to experience anauthentic African safari, right in the heart of Northern California. Safari West is a private one-of-a-kind wildlife reserve establishedby Peter Lang in 1978. You can also spend the night in a luxurious tent cabin, listening to the unusual sounds of African creatures, under the clear
nights of the Calistoga
countryside.
www.safariwest.com

Misfit's Haven
We bring you a heartwarming story from the Shelton Farms inWoodland; a sanctuary for abused and abandoned farm animals. This special farm provides care and safety to a variety of unwanted special need animals including horses, dogs, cats, goats-almost any animal of any species. Join us and meet Joe Shelton, the man responsible for making Misfit's
Haven a home for castoff
animals.



Sierra Endangered Cat Haven
Join us as we tour a special sanctuary for some of the world's most rare wild cats. We also learn about the important preservation efforts of the park's founder.

Oiled Wildlife Care & Education Center
We travel to the San Francisco Oiled Wildlife Care & EducationCenter in Cordelia, to learn how birds are cared for after an oil spill and to tour this new center. Veterinarian Michael Ziccardi from UC Davis and Barbara Callahan from the International Bird Rescue Research Center explain the special and intricate techniques they use to save the birds.
www.ibrrc.org

Holistic Treatments for Pets
Pets are now turning to alternative forms of medicine to feel better. The Animal Wellness Center in Davis is the first clinic in the area to offer a full range of alternative health treatments for pets. The center combines both traditional medicines and alternatives such as acupuncture, chiropractic, and herbal remedies.

www.animalwellnesscenterdavis.com

DNA Testing for Man's Best Friend
Cancer, epilepsy, and hip dysplasia can all affect our beloved animal companions; however, thanks to some exciting new DNA testing on dogs of all different breeds, such genetic disorders may soon be a thing of the past. We find out more at the UC Davis Veterinary School of Medicine.

Matthew "Uncle Matty" Margolis
Learn the tricks of the dog trade from Matthew Margolis, renownedauthor, trainer, and dog behavior expert affectionately called "Uncle Matty." He has trained thousands of dogs all over the nation and is also the host of the PBS television series, "Woof! It's a Dog's Life."
www.unclematty.com
www.pbs.org/wgbh/woof

Rescued Dogs
Each year, thousands of purebred animals are put to death due to overpopulation, irresponsible breeders, and owners who don't learn enough about the breed they've purchased to properly train their new pet. We meet with Dalmatian, Bull Dog, and Golden Retriever rescue groups who all save and relocate unwanted dogs to good homes while also educating owners about breed behavior to help ensure the
success of the dog's relocation.
www.savethedals.org
www.homewardboundgoldens.org

Extreme Dogs
Known as "Extreme Canines," these talented dogs were originally rescued from animal shelters and now amaze audiences with their tricks, flips and speed. We check out the Dixon May Fair and catch a performance of the Northern California Disc Dogs Extreme. We also bring you the amazing story of Stockton residents Chris and Trish Perondi who have chosen to give up their careers to take their talented pets on the
road.

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We also look at havens for exotic animals and for hoofed animals, examine tarantulas and visit a local dog bakery.

Season eight of "Central Valley Chronicles" is underwritten in part by Classic Living.