Buying out a puppy mill
Taking on puppy mills is always a struggle for animal protection agencies around the world. And it seems that once you close down one, another pops up in its place. In an effort to deal with the continuing issue of such businesses, the Wisconsin Humane Society plans to buy and close one of the largest dog breeding facilities in the nation.This will...
No pooping in the flowers
1. When your dog needs to go potty, take him out, and go with him.2. If you see him head for the garden, use a firm and firm "NO!" Don't keep repeating it as you will only agitate or confuse your dog.3. If your dog doesn't obey, simply walk over to him and guide him to the place you want him to go.4. Say "Go potty!". THIS is not a yell command. Say...
The Army's Four-Footed Heroes
WASHINGTON (Army News Service, Feb. 2, 2007) - Some Army "heroes" serving with Soldiers in the war on terror seldom get mentioned in the media, although they, too, have died in combat while serving America. They are military working dogs, and during the Vietnam War 281 of these four-footed heroes died in action.One such dog recently returned home to...
Yeah, I'm a big sap for stories like this ...
Vitas Hospice workers in Miramar give a gift of love to girl with cancer....
How to Prevent Heat Stroke in Dogs
1. Ensure that any dog kept outdoors has plenty of water and shade. If the weather is unusually hot, take time to check the outdoor temperature in your pet's area. It may be too hot in some locations to leave your pet outdoors regardless of how much water and shade your pet has.2. Restrict outdoor exercise to the early morning and late evening when...
Puppy rescued from drain
Miami Fire Rescue team managed to rescue a trapped puppy from a storm drain under I-95 on Wednesday....
Part time dog ownership hits snag
Too busy for a dog but missing that canine connection? Living in a pet-free apartment building or lacking the space needed to house a pooch pal? Well FlexPetz was thinking of you when they created their company, offering shared dog ownership for a membership fee."The concept of FlexPetz originated with a group of dogs lovers who sadly accepted that...
Dog could tip balance in McCain`s favor
It seems that whether a presidential candidate has a pet or not can affect how some people view the candidate. From George Washington's foxhounds Drunkard and Tipsy to George W. Bush's terriers Barney and Miss Beazley, pets are a longtime presidential tradition for which the presumed Republican nominee, John McCain, seems well prepared, with more...
Reality TV goes to the dogs
Yeah, yeah; the world doesn`t need yet another reality show, but as with every TV season (even the summer one) each of the big stations tries for that next big Survivor-esque hit. In CBS's American`s Greatest Dogs, professionally and home-trained dogs compete against each other for the title of (surprise, surprise) the Greatest American Dog in.Casting...
Celebrity pup
A puppy born with a heart-shaped pattern on his coat becomes a symbol of luck in northern Japan. The long-coated baby male chihuahua was born in May, one of a litter, to a breeder in Odate, northern Japan. Dog shop owner Emiko Sakurada says it's the first time a puppy with the marks has been born out of a thousand she has br...
Puppy ad deemed offensive
A british police force, the Tayside Police, has been forced to apologize for featuring a German shepherd puppy in a hat after it was deemed offensive to members of the local Muslim community.The offending ad:Dogs are considered "ritually unclean" by members of the Muslim faith. And though I truly feel that we need to be considerate about the sensibilities...
Aromatherapy For Our Faithful Friend
Please note: always consult a health practitioner or vet when considering alternative therapies. Although many of these approaches can be quite safe, you never know how a particular breed, or a dog on medication or special diet, may react. As well, dogs do have allergies and the last thing you want is to give your bestest friend something his body...
Why puppy mills must be stopped!
Puppy mills flourish because of consumers' demand for dogs. Harry Smith speaks with Wayne Pacelle, president of the Humane Society, and Dr. Debbye Turner.And another sto...
Toronto dogs in danger
Investigators confirmed on Tuesday that two dogs died and four others being cared for after some sicko deliberately spread poison throughout High Park, in Toronto, Canada. A bread mix was created and a toxic liquid was poured over it, sad Det. Suzanne Pinto. "It was designed for the exact purpose to lure animals," she said. Additionally, six dogs and several racoons became sick after drinking water laced with antifreeze. One raccoon's body was actually posed holding a bouquet of flowers and while a second was discovered holding a dead squirrel....