Santa always brings gifts for those who have been nice all year. But what about for the dog that's been naughty?
Kara Stockton is FOX 5's SkyFOX traffic producer, and she says her dog Ziggy is impossible to control.
"He's running around howling, barking, gets the other dogs all wound up. It's a nonstop struggle. He's not a very good dog. He's sweet and cute, just not great," said Stockton.
Meet Atlanta's own musical dog whisperer, pianist and composer George Skaroulis. Skaroulis has been playing since he was five years old, but never thought he could make a career of music.
"I went to a Yani concert one year and I was like, if he can do this and people are responding to his music, maybe they will have a similar reaction to mine," said Skaroulis.
Skaroulis was right. Thirteen successful albums later, he was surprised to find out the audience with the biggest reaction to his music had four legs.
"I've heard it for a long time, but I wasn't, until I got more responses then the behavioral director from the Atlanta Humane Society says this is working here. We're hearing less barking and less anxiety and that's when it really took off," said Skaroulis.
How did Ziggy react to the music?
"He will stop and calm down. There's some cocking of the head to the side he's curious about it. There's no barking. Zero barking when the CD's on. I think I will continue to use it and have it play when we're not home so when we get home, he'll be in a good mood and calm and wagging his tail and happy. I feel animals, like us, are in tune with their environment to sound and noise, so it's cool to know it's working and it helps," Stockton said.
Skaroulis' latest CD is also the soundtrack for Jennifer Skiff's new book The Divinity of Dogs. The book is collection of inspirational stories from people all over the world who've had miraculous, life changing events through their dogs. You can purchase both on Amazon or iTunes.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:31:42 GMT
For decades, Atlantans have woken up to Tom Sullivan on their radios. But you might not know that he's also somewhat of an expert eBay seller, and he's got quite a story to tell.
For decades, Atlantans have woken up to Tom Sullivan on their radios. But you might not know that he's also somewhat of an expert eBay seller, and he's got quite a story to tell.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:28 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:28:00 GMT
They say the third time's a charm, and that's certainly the case for Candice Glover. A third try on American Idol was just what she needed, and on Thursday night she was crowned the season 12 champ.
They say the third time's a charm, and that's certainly the case for Candice Glover. A third try on American Idol was just what she needed, and on Thursday night she was crowned the season 12 champ.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:18 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:18:53 GMT
What's better than Friday? FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY! This week, we got a visit from Masala Fresh Indian Street Food, and just like always, Good Day's Buck Lanford was more than willing to have a taste.
What's better than Friday? FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY! This week, we got a visit from Masala Fresh Indian Street Food, and just like always, Good Day's Buck Lanford was more than willing to have a taste.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:17 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:17:48 GMT
Can you smell what The Rock is cookin' next? He's ready for Fast & Furious 6, which opens in theaters on May 24!
Can you smell what The Rock is cookin' next? He's ready for Fast & Furious 6, which opens in theaters on May 24! The Rock --- who almost never goes by his real name, Dwayne Johnson-- joined Good Day to give us a sneak peek.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:18 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:18:11 GMT
Need some great advice about... well, anything? Ask Wendy! Wendy Williams has a brand-new book (called, of course-- Ask Wendy) that offers advice on all the "drama" in your life.
Need some great advice about... well, anything? Ask Wendy! Wendy Williams has a brand-new book (called, of course-- Ask Wendy) that offers advice on all the "drama" in your life.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:54 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:54:05 GMT
For most women, there's a big difference between the wedding you wish you could have, and the wedding you can actually afford. So how can you have your dream wedding and not break the bank?
For most women, there's a big difference between the wedding you wish you could have, and the wedding you can actually afford. So how can you have your dream wedding and not break the bank? We got some tips from an expert.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:21:44 GMT
American Idol Season 12 is almost officially over, and now, all that's left is part two of the giant finale.
American Idol Season 12 is almost officially over, and now, all that's left is part two of the giant finale. Good Day's Paul Milliken never met a red carpet he didn't like-- so who better to break down the final performances of the season live from downtown L.A. bright and early!
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:03 AM EDT2013-05-16 14:03:48 GMT
In the words of Ryan Seacrest, "It's all come down to this." So who's it gonna be: Candice or Kree? (yep, we know that rhymes)
In the words of Ryan Seacrest, "It's all come down to this." So who's it gonna be: Candice or Kree? (yep, we know that rhymes) Good Day's Karen Graham and 94.9 The Bull's Kristen Gates think they know... and they walked you through it on Thursday morning!
