NATURE Why We Love Cats and Dogs Jerry's Story PBS

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New Episode Premieres Sunday, February 15, 2009 at 8pm on PBS http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/episodes/why-we-love-cats-and-dogs/introduction/4538/

Jim Nelson and Rene Agredano's dog Jerry was the CFO (Canine Fun Officer) in the business they ran from their home office. But when Jerry became ill, Jim and Rene decided to sell their business and their house -- and they hit the road with Jerry.

Some people are cat people, some are dog people. But regardless of which camp they fall into, most people are simply crazy about their pets. What makes these creatures such key members of our families? Watch as NATURE shares the stories of pet owners and their beloved animals.

"Why We Love Cats and Dogs" premieres on PBS Sunday, January 25 at 8 p.m. (check local listings). "Why We Love Cats and Dogs" is part of the 27th season of the Peabody and Emmy award-winning series produced by Thirteen/WNET New York for PBS. Major support provided by Canon U.S.A. Inc., SC Johnson, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. For more information, visit http://www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/episodes/why-we-love-cats-and-dogs/introduction/4538/

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NATURE Why We Love Cats and Dogs Jerry's Story PBS

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  • thanks for the info ...

    thanks for the info i make sure i watch it

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  • He's not a kid, ...

    He's not a kid, he's not a human. He's a big hairy bundle of love who acts like a kid. Besides, somebody once said (something like), "The more I know of humans, the more I like my dog." You go, Jerry G.!

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  • Good choice!

    Good choice!

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  • Hey PBS! You know, ...

    Hey PBS! You know, I can select WNED channel to watch this!

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  • Look for more clips ...

    Look for more clips coming to YouTube.

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  • Unfortunately I ...

    Unfortunately I don't think I'd be able to watch the show since I am not from the USA and don't have PBS stations.

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  • To learn more about ...

    To learn more about Jerry, please be sure to tune in to your local PBS station on Feb. 15.

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  • What a great story ...

    What a great story and what great people. I wish Jerry all the best and many more happy years with his family.

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  • I can't wait to ...

    I can't wait to watch the show on PBS on February 15th @ 8 p.m. Jerry and his pawrents are the best! Love, Blazer, Kitty Kimber & Mom (Vicki)

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  • wow , what a great ...

    wow , what a great story. Life is meant to be lived, that's what Jerry's telling us.

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  • How great. Go ...

    How great. Go Jerry, Go Jerry

    By ashowboat [Affiliate User] 1233366733 Reply Spam Moderate Up Moderate Down
  • I totally relate. I ...

    I totally relate. I have a cat and couldn't live without her.

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  • Guys, you are my ...

    Guys, you are my constant inspiration

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  • i wish there was ...

    i wish there was more ppl like them that love animals and understands there living things that we should care for. i cant imagine how their going to feal when gerry dies!!!

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  • very touching! i ...

    very touching! i love my dog like that too, and even though she works w/ me everyday, she still reminds me to take breaks and get out and explore the wilderness as often as possible. i hope gerry lives a long and happy life.

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