The Brian Lehrer Show Pets in the City: Tell Us Why Your Pet is the Best
Oct 24, 2025
Listeners share heartwarming stories about their beloved pets, from a cat trained to use the toilet to a three-legged rescue cat with a huge social media following. A chihuahua mix surprises everyone with his marathon walks around Manhattan, while a giant fish named Andre enjoys a good head pat. There's a dog who sings and another that saved its owner from a gas leak. Plus, tales of elderly cats and a unique house spider add to the charm. It's a delightful celebration of the special bonds between pets and their humans!
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Toilet-Trained Cat Lasted 18 Years
- Jesse and her husband trained their cat Loopy to use a human toilet, avoiding litter for 18 years in a NYC apartment.
- They watched in disbelief the first time the cat balanced and used the toilet like a person.
Rabbit Brings Daily Joy
- Sam called to share that his rabbit Stuart, a white California–Himalayan mix, is almost 10 and brings them daily joy.
- He described Stuart as the sweetest rabbit who makes their life much happier.
Dog Saved Owner From Gas Leak
- A listener reported their dog Birdie saved them from a gas leak and later they discovered their birth grandmother was also named Birdie.
- The caller framed the coincidence as surprising and poignant following a life-saving incident.