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/