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When Your Dog Loves You Too Much... Separation Anxiety is often misdiagnosed in the canine world. Sometimes it is really just boredom or the dog becoming adventurous when given the opportunity. If your dog seems to follow you and stick to you like glue, and/or if destruction is happening within the first 20 minutes you are away, then you are probably dealing with some form of separation anxiety. Here are some things that you can do to help: - Keep your comings and goings neutral! Don't make a big fuss at either time. - Practice leaving with your normal cues (pick up your keys, grab your purse, put on your work shoes, etc.), then don't leave. This will help desensitize your dog to your departures. - Give your dog a hobby while you are gone. Stuff a Kong, leave treats around the house, utilize a feeding tube, or anything that will get your dog up, moving and eating. A dog that is eating is not a stressed dog. - Leave your dog with an article of clothing that smells like you, such as an old t-shirt that you recently slept in. - A good dog is a tired dog! Try to exercise your dog more both mentally and physically.
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Dog Dies: Food to Blame? - KPTM-TV
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Alpha Lifts - This is a great way to start getting puppy to trust and give in to the owners authority. This is not as dominate as an alpha rollover yet it is a smaller version of the concept of the dog losing some control over there freedom. The owner would stand over their dog facing the same direction of the dog. With one leg on each side of the dog. Then using both hands the owner reaches under the dogs chest and lifts the dogs front legs off the ground. Allowing the dogs front legs to very lightly touch the ground. This will tempt the dog to try and walk away, however they can not and learn to trust in the fact that the owner will release them once they no longer try to move. Then the owner can do the same thing with all four feet off the ground, same As above. This is a great exercise for owners to use to gain trust and slight dominance over their dogs. Mark Thompson
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Alpha Lifts - This is a great way to start getting puppy to trust and give in to the owners authority. This is not as dominate as an alpha rollover yet it is a smaller version of the concept of the dog losing some control over there freedom. The owner would stand over their dog facing the same direction of the dog. With one leg on each side of the dog. Then using both hands the owner reaches under the dogs chest and lifts the dogs front legs off the ground. Allowing the dogs front legs to very lightly touch the ground. This will tempt the dog to try and walk away, however they can not and learn to trust in the fact that the owner will release them once they no longer try to move. Then the owner can do the same thing with all four feet off the ground, same As above. This is a great exercise for owners to use to gain trust and slight dominance over their dogs. Mark Thompson
Dog Dies: Food to Blame? - KPTM-TV
Dog Dies: Food to Blame? KPTM-TV OMAHA (KPTM) - We've heard about how some table scraps may be harmful to pets but what happens when dog food becomes dangerous? In 2010, Kroger recalled Old Yeller Chunk Dog Food. But, one Omaha pet owner told Fox 42 that it was too late. |
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Saturday, March 17, 2012
Meet the Irish dog breeds on St. Patrick's Day
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DOODYCALLS o Waste not, want not: Pet Waste o In the dog eat dog world of real estate, an area is only as good as its property values. And for areas overrun by smelly piles of dog poop, the feces factor could prove the weakest link to many homeowners. o The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA), estimates Americans own more pets than ever before, with 74.8 million dogs as of 2008. o Beyond your grass, it has been estimated that a single gram of dog feces can contain 23 million fecal coliform bacteria, which are known to cause cramps, diarrhea, intestinal illness, and serious kidney disorders in humans. EPA even estimates that two or three days worth of droppings from a population of about 100 dogs would contribute enough bacteria to temporarily close a bay, and all watershed areas within 20 miles of it, to swimming and shellfishing. o The EPA explains that the decay of your pet's waste actually creates nutrients for weeds and algae that grow in the waterways. As these organisms thrive on your dog's droppings, they overtake the water and limit the amount of light that can penetrate the water's surface. As a result, oxygen levels in the water decrease, and the fish and seafood we eat can be asphyxiated, EPA says. o A toxic cycle o If you aren't worried about your local waterways, you may be a bit more concerned about the impact of dog droppings on your home. The thing about persistently disposing of stools improperly (or not at all) is that it kicks off a harmful cycle that can affect your whole family - including your pet. o According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pet droppings can contribute to diseases animals pass to humans, called zoonoses. When infected dog droppings are deposited on your lawn, the eggs of certain roundworms and other parasites can linger in your soil for years. Anyone who comes into contact with that soil - be it through gardening, playing sports, walking barefoot or any other means - runs the risk of coming into contact with those eggs; especially your dog. o Some of the hard-to-pronounce parasites your lawn could harbor include Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Salmonella, as well as hookworms, ringworms and tapeworms. Infections from these bugs often cause fever, muscle aches, headache, vomiting, and diarrhea in humans. Children are most susceptible, since they often play in the dirt and put things in their mouths or eyes. o In the end, it is best not to let sleeping dogs lie when it comes to issues of communal cleanliness. After all, proper sanitation could mean the difference between your yard being a beautiful oasis, or an area that has gone to the dogs. o Author: Dave Mason is the franchise owner of DoodyCalls, Charleston's Premier Pet Waste Removal Service
Meet the Irish dog breeds on St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated by many different kinds of people, in a variety of ways. The way the Long Island Dogs Examiner celebrates is to highlight some of the Irish (or believed to be Irish) dog breeds that may not immediately come to mind (sorry
Source: www.examiner.com
Commercial dog breeders from Amish community speak out at Elkhart County Plan Commission
They've been called puppy mills but according to Indiana’s state law they're commercial breeders. Thursday a handful of breeders from the Amish community spoke out at an Elkhart County Plan Commission meeting. There were twelve people that spoke at the
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Kandi Stevens: Breeding your dog more difficult than you realize
There are some valid reasons you might want to breed your dog, but there are many more for why you should not. Reasons we may hear in favor of breeding: she's so sweet, we/family want a puppy from her; it's a good experience for the dog and/or
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FOX Files: Former Dog Breeding Site Registers as a “Rescue”
Some dog breeders may be finding new ways to stay in the animal business. Investigative reporter Chris Hayes found a breeder location with a troubled history that’s now claiming to be a dog rescue. State inspectors cited the location 15 months
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Top Dog Breeds on Long Island?
Just last week our friends at Newsday did a nice article about the most popular breed of dog on Long Island, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC).� But I think the article was not quite accurate.� Many people who have dogs, who are AKC registry
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Airline's ban on 9 dog breeds is unfair
Is United Airlines profiling dog breeds? If so, I'm a logical person to ask for help. I've stood up against local governments banning specific breeds (usually municipalities seeking to ban any dog looking like a Pit Bull). Breed bans have never
Source: www.chicagotribune.com
Dog Breeds - Most popular dogs of the world for iPhone
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Denied! Toto breed won’t become Kansas’ state dog
Toto, do you have a feeling you’re not in a Kansas legislative spat anymore? That’s, um, because you’re not. Much like the Wicked Witch of the West, a proposal to make the famed “Wizard of Oz” dog breed the state dog of Kansas melted away this week.
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Police kill pit bull; 3 incidents reported in a week
After business hours, call the Victoria Police Department at 361-573-3221. Two pit bull dog attacks on Friday culminated a week in which the aggressive breed threatened residents in three Victoria neighborhoods. In all, three of the six animals
Source: www.victoriaadvocate.com
Rethink your dog roaming freely
Momentary distractions are all it takes to cause an accident and pets can be a common source of becoming a dangerous one. 
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'Whisperer': Adopting the right dog
Cesar Milan strongly supports adopting pets, but he warns that taking one in based on pity isn't the best way. Rather than choosing based on emotion, Millan recommends a different approach. 
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DOODYCALLS o Waste not, want not: Pet Waste o In the dog eat dog world of real estate, an area is only as good as its property values. And for areas overrun by smelly piles of dog poop, the feces factor could prove the weakest link to many homeowners. o The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA), estimates Americans own more pets than ever before, with 74.8 million dogs as of 2008. o Beyond your grass, it has been estimated that a single gram of dog feces can contain 23 million fecal coliform bacteria, which are known to cause cramps, diarrhea, intestinal illness, and serious kidney disorders in humans. EPA even estimates that two or three days worth of droppings from a population of about 100 dogs would contribute enough bacteria to temporarily close a bay, and all watershed areas within 20 miles of it, to swimming and shellfishing. o The EPA explains that the decay of your pet's waste actually creates nutrients for weeds and algae that grow in the waterways. As these organisms thrive on your dog's droppings, they overtake the water and limit the amount of light that can penetrate the water's surface. As a result, oxygen levels in the water decrease, and the fish and seafood we eat can be asphyxiated, EPA says. o A toxic cycle o If you aren't worried about your local waterways, you may be a bit more concerned about the impact of dog droppings on your home. The thing about persistently disposing of stools improperly (or not at all) is that it kicks off a harmful cycle that can affect your whole family - including your pet. o According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pet droppings can contribute to diseases animals pass to humans, called zoonoses. When infected dog droppings are deposited on your lawn, the eggs of certain roundworms and other parasites can linger in your soil for years. Anyone who comes into contact with that soil - be it through gardening, playing sports, walking barefoot or any other means - runs the risk of coming into contact with those eggs; especially your dog. o Some of the hard-to-pronounce parasites your lawn could harbor include Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Salmonella, as well as hookworms, ringworms and tapeworms. Infections from these bugs often cause fever, muscle aches, headache, vomiting, and diarrhea in humans. Children are most susceptible, since they often play in the dirt and put things in their mouths or eyes. o In the end, it is best not to let sleeping dogs lie when it comes to issues of communal cleanliness. After all, proper sanitation could mean the difference between your yard being a beautiful oasis, or an area that has gone to the dogs. o Author: Dave Mason is the franchise owner of DoodyCalls, Charleston's Premier Pet Waste Removal Service
Meet the Irish dog breeds on St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick's Day is celebrated by many different kinds of people, in a variety of ways. The way the Long Island Dogs Examiner celebrates is to highlight some of the Irish (or believed to be Irish) dog breeds that may not immediately come to mind (sorry
Source: www.examiner.com
Commercial dog breeders from Amish community speak out at Elkhart County Plan Commission
They've been called puppy mills but according to Indiana’s state law they're commercial breeders. Thursday a handful of breeders from the Amish community spoke out at an Elkhart County Plan Commission meeting. There were twelve people that spoke at the
Source: www.wndu.com
Kandi Stevens: Breeding your dog more difficult than you realize
There are some valid reasons you might want to breed your dog, but there are many more for why you should not. Reasons we may hear in favor of breeding: she's so sweet, we/family want a puppy from her; it's a good experience for the dog and/or
Source: www.visaliatimesdelta.com
FOX Files: Former Dog Breeding Site Registers as a “Rescue”
Some dog breeders may be finding new ways to stay in the animal business. Investigative reporter Chris Hayes found a breeder location with a troubled history that’s now claiming to be a dog rescue. State inspectors cited the location 15 months
Source: fox2now.com
Top Dog Breeds on Long Island?
Just last week our friends at Newsday did a nice article about the most popular breed of dog on Long Island, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC).� But I think the article was not quite accurate.� Many people who have dogs, who are AKC registry
Source: www.examiner.com
Airline's ban on 9 dog breeds is unfair
Is United Airlines profiling dog breeds? If so, I'm a logical person to ask for help. I've stood up against local governments banning specific breeds (usually municipalities seeking to ban any dog looking like a Pit Bull). Breed bans have never
Source: www.chicagotribune.com
Dog Breeds - Most popular dogs of the world for iPhone
CNET Editors' note: The "Download Now" link directs you to the iTunes App Store, where you must continue the download process. You must have iTunes installed in order to open the link, and you must have an active iTunes account to download the application.
Source: download.cnet.com
Denied! Toto breed won’t become Kansas’ state dog
Toto, do you have a feeling you’re not in a Kansas legislative spat anymore? That’s, um, because you’re not. Much like the Wicked Witch of the West, a proposal to make the famed “Wizard of Oz” dog breed the state dog of Kansas melted away this week.
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Police kill pit bull; 3 incidents reported in a week
After business hours, call the Victoria Police Department at 361-573-3221. Two pit bull dog attacks on Friday culminated a week in which the aggressive breed threatened residents in three Victoria neighborhoods. In all, three of the six animals
Source: www.victoriaadvocate.com
Rethink your dog roaming freely
Momentary distractions are all it takes to cause an accident and pets can be a common source of becoming a dangerous one.
Source: rss.cnn.com
'Whisperer': Adopting the right dog
Cesar Milan strongly supports adopting pets, but he warns that taking one in based on pity isn't the best way. Rather than choosing based on emotion, Millan recommends a different approach.
Source: rss.cnn.com
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
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Dog Training Royal Oak
Ken Landa
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Canine Costume Pet costumes can be entertaining and fun for humans. Some dogs even like them! For other dogs, Halloween costumes are a nightmare. Here are some tips on selecting a costume, getting them to wear it, and alternatives in the event that your dog is truly uncomfortable. Selecting a Costume: Make sure you select the correct size for your dog. If the costume is too large, it will shift and become uncomfortable. Your dog will also be able to wiggle right out of it and walk away. If the size is too small, your dog's motion will be restricted. Be sure that the costume does not rub your dog the wrong way. Friction around the neckline or the front legs are common, regardless of correct sizing. Do not select a costume with small or dangling parts. These can become entanglement and choking hazards that can result in strangulation and injury if the dog attempts to escape or destroy their costume. Consider an alternative costume. These do not have restrictive strapping around the back or torso. Hats, elastic cuffs around the legs, or neckwear may be more acceptable to your pet than a full suit. Playing Dress Up: If your dog is not used to wearing clothing, you must use positive reinforcement. Dress the dog in the costume, then in a positive and/or excited tone offer praise, treats, and physical attention. If you can't even get the costume on the dog, show the dog the costume and do the same routine. Bring it closer and closer to the dog each time. As long as the dog stays relaxed, then you may drape the costume over the dog's back while offering this praise. Once they are ok with putting it over their back, accelerate to putting on portions of the costume, building up to the full costume experience. Practice with dog clothes. Take them for walks with them on. Let them play and relax around the house with it on. Distract the dog with fun activities. If your dog will move, offer him fun and games in their costume. Alternative Holiday Wear: Halloween Doggiedanas. If a collar is tolerable, a bandana may be an acceptable decoration even when a full outfit is not comfortable for your dog. Dog Collars. Many pet and department stores offer collars that themselves have Halloween décor on them. If they wear a collar, simply switch for the holiday version! Resource Halloween Safety Remember that if your dog is uncomfortable, they may be irritable. We suggest not bringing your dog along for a Trick and Treat excursion if they are in discomfort. Be vigilant with children petting your dog when they are in costume. With the excitement of the holiday, children can unintentionally be hurtful, and dogs can be nervous. This is not a good combination. With lots going on, pay lots of attention to your dog's body language, and give them a break whenever necessary. If you cannot be vigilant, make sure that your dog is left at home in a safe environment. Unfortunately, people can be cruel and crazy around this time of year. Please make sure to keep your dog on leash whenever outside the home, and inside whenever possible. Keep all candy out of the reach of your dog. Both the wrappers and their contents may become life threatening to your dog if ingested. If you do not have the time to desensitize your dog to the doorbell, you may need to consider crating your dog during the Trick or Treat hours for both their safety and the safety of those who come to your door.
American K-9 Veterans Day - WTVB
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Fundraiser aids police K-9 unit - News Transcript
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K9 Scrub Club Celebrates National Puppy Day - Virtual-Strategy Magazine
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K9 Center offers dogs training, socializing and fun - Kingston Times
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Burglar injures Burien man, K9 captures one suspect - Highline Times
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K9 fundraising begins in Omro - The Oshkosh Northwestern
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Temple K9 finds six pounds of marijuana; arrest made - KXXV News Channel 25
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Kronenwetter PD mourn loss of K9 officer - WAOW
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Kronenwetter PD mourn loss of K9 officer - MyFox Wausau
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'Whisperer': Adopting the right dog
Cesar Milan strongly supports adopting pets, but he warns that taking one in based on pity isn't the best way. Rather than choosing based on emotion, Millan recommends a different approach. 
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Hot dog fans warned to beware their backsides in anti-cancer ad
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Canine Costume Pet costumes can be entertaining and fun for humans. Some dogs even like them! For other dogs, Halloween costumes are a nightmare. Here are some tips on selecting a costume, getting them to wear it, and alternatives in the event that your dog is truly uncomfortable. Selecting a Costume: Make sure you select the correct size for your dog. If the costume is too large, it will shift and become uncomfortable. Your dog will also be able to wiggle right out of it and walk away. If the size is too small, your dog's motion will be restricted. Be sure that the costume does not rub your dog the wrong way. Friction around the neckline or the front legs are common, regardless of correct sizing. Do not select a costume with small or dangling parts. These can become entanglement and choking hazards that can result in strangulation and injury if the dog attempts to escape or destroy their costume. Consider an alternative costume. These do not have restrictive strapping around the back or torso. Hats, elastic cuffs around the legs, or neckwear may be more acceptable to your pet than a full suit. Playing Dress Up: If your dog is not used to wearing clothing, you must use positive reinforcement. Dress the dog in the costume, then in a positive and/or excited tone offer praise, treats, and physical attention. If you can't even get the costume on the dog, show the dog the costume and do the same routine. Bring it closer and closer to the dog each time. As long as the dog stays relaxed, then you may drape the costume over the dog's back while offering this praise. Once they are ok with putting it over their back, accelerate to putting on portions of the costume, building up to the full costume experience. Practice with dog clothes. Take them for walks with them on. Let them play and relax around the house with it on. Distract the dog with fun activities. If your dog will move, offer him fun and games in their costume. Alternative Holiday Wear: Halloween Doggiedanas. If a collar is tolerable, a bandana may be an acceptable decoration even when a full outfit is not comfortable for your dog. Dog Collars. Many pet and department stores offer collars that themselves have Halloween décor on them. If they wear a collar, simply switch for the holiday version! Resource Halloween Safety Remember that if your dog is uncomfortable, they may be irritable. We suggest not bringing your dog along for a Trick and Treat excursion if they are in discomfort. Be vigilant with children petting your dog when they are in costume. With the excitement of the holiday, children can unintentionally be hurtful, and dogs can be nervous. This is not a good combination. With lots going on, pay lots of attention to your dog's body language, and give them a break whenever necessary. If you cannot be vigilant, make sure that your dog is left at home in a safe environment. Unfortunately, people can be cruel and crazy around this time of year. Please make sure to keep your dog on leash whenever outside the home, and inside whenever possible. Keep all candy out of the reach of your dog. Both the wrappers and their contents may become life threatening to your dog if ingested. If you do not have the time to desensitize your dog to the doorbell, you may need to consider crating your dog during the Trick or Treat hours for both their safety and the safety of those who come to your door.
American K-9 Veterans Day - WTVB
American K-9 Veterans Day WTVB COLDWATER, MI (WTVB) - This is America's K-9 Veterans Day because on March 13, 1942 the Quartermaster Corps (QMC) of the United States Army began training dogs for the newly established War Dog Program, or "K-9 Corps". Michigan Governor Rick Snyder has ... |
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Fundraiser aids police K-9 unit - News Transcript
Fundraiser aids police K-9 unit News Transcript Stewart's Restaurant of Marlboro recently donated more than $500 to the Marlboro Police Department K-9 unit, Stewart's co-owner Larry Rosen said. From Feb. 17 to Feb. 19, customers who presented a flier advertising the fundraiser received a 15 percent ... |
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K9 Scrub Club Celebrates National Puppy Day - Virtual-Strategy Magazine
K9 Scrub Club Celebrates National Puppy Day Virtual-Strategy Magazine (1888PressRelease) K9 Scrub Club celebrates National Puppy Day by hosting a trainer-led puppy social with San Francisco's Pawsitive Tails. K9 Scrub Club, local dog wash and retail boutique has partnered with Pawsitive Tails to bring a trainer-led puppy ... |
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K9 Center offers dogs training, socializing and fun - Kingston Times
 Kingston Times | K9 Center offers dogs training, socializing and fun Kingston Times by Carrie Jones Ross on Mar 12, 2012 • 2:05 pm No Comments “If you talk to the animals they will talk to you, and you will know each other. If you do not talk to them, you will not know them … Let them whisper in my ear, and I shall listen. |
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Burglar injures Burien man, K9 captures one suspect - Highline Times
Burglar injures Burien man, K9 captures one suspect Highline Times A K9 named Saber like those pictured here captured one of two burglary suspects in Burien today. One is still at large, last seen driving an older red Jeep Cherokee. By Steve Shay At about 11:20 (am) today, an 80 year-old man pulled into his driveway ... |
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K9 fundraising begins in Omro - The Oshkosh Northwestern
K9 fundraising begins in Omro The Oshkosh Northwestern OMRO - The Omro Police Department has begun raising money to pay for a police dog. They need $33000 to cover start-up costs and most of the ongoing expenses during the first five years. Brat frys, a kickball tournament and a letter writing campaign to ... |
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Temple K9 finds six pounds of marijuana; arrest made - KXXV News Channel 25
Temple K9 finds six pounds of marijuana; arrest made KXXV News Channel 25 by Brandon Hartman TEMPLE - A Temple K9 unit was able to sniff out six pounds of marijuana from a vehicle Monday night after the driver had been pulled over for a traffic violation. Police pulled over a silver Mitsubishi on I-35 near the 304 mile ... Six Pounds Of Pot Recovered After I-35 Traffic Stop Man Arrested After More Than Six Pounds of Marijuana Found In Car |
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Kronenwetter PD mourn loss of K9 officer - WAOW
Kronenwetter PD mourn loss of K9 officer WAOW By Anna Carrera, Multimedia Journalist - bio | email KRONENWETTER (WAOW) -- The Kronenwetter police department had to say goodbye to its K9 officer this week. Chip was the department's only K9. He had been working in the village for about two years. Kronenwetter police K9 put down |
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Kronenwetter PD mourn loss of K9 officer - MyFox Wausau
Kronenwetter PD mourn loss of K9 officer MyFox Wausau By Anna Carrera, Multimedia Journalist - bio | email KRONENWETTER (WAOW) -- The Kronenwetter police department had to say goodbye to its K9 officer this week. Chip was the department's only K9. He had been working in the village for about two years. |
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'Whisperer': Adopting the right dog
Cesar Milan strongly supports adopting pets, but he warns that taking one in based on pity isn't the best way. Rather than choosing based on emotion, Millan recommends a different approach.
Source: rss.cnn.com
Hot dog fans warned to beware their backsides in anti-cancer ad
"Hot dogs cause butt cancer." That's the confronting message to the people of Chicago from a doctors' group promoting a meat-free existence
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Sunday, March 11, 2012
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DOODYCALLS o Waste not, want not: Pet Waste o In the dog eat dog world of real estate, an area is only as good as its property values. And for areas overrun by smelly piles of dog poop, the feces factor could prove the weakest link to many homeowners. o The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA), estimates Americans own more pets than ever before, with 74.8 million dogs as of 2008. o Beyond your grass, it has been estimated that a single gram of dog feces can contain 23 million fecal coliform bacteria, which are known to cause cramps, diarrhea, intestinal illness, and serious kidney disorders in humans. EPA even estimates that two or three days worth of droppings from a population of about 100 dogs would contribute enough bacteria to temporarily close a bay, and all watershed areas within 20 miles of it, to swimming and shellfishing. o The EPA explains that the decay of your pet's waste actually creates nutrients for weeds and algae that grow in the waterways. As these organisms thrive on your dog's droppings, they overtake the water and limit the amount of light that can penetrate the water's surface. As a result, oxygen levels in the water decrease, and the fish and seafood we eat can be asphyxiated, EPA says. o A toxic cycle o If you aren't worried about your local waterways, you may be a bit more concerned about the impact of dog droppings on your home. The thing about persistently disposing of stools improperly (or not at all) is that it kicks off a harmful cycle that can affect your whole family - including your pet. o According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pet droppings can contribute to diseases animals pass to humans, called zoonoses. When infected dog droppings are deposited on your lawn, the eggs of certain roundworms and other parasites can linger in your soil for years. Anyone who comes into contact with that soil - be it through gardening, playing sports, walking barefoot or any other means - runs the risk of coming into contact with those eggs; especially your dog. o Some of the hard-to-pronounce parasites your lawn could harbor include Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Salmonella, as well as hookworms, ringworms and tapeworms. Infections from these bugs often cause fever, muscle aches, headache, vomiting, and diarrhea in humans. Children are most susceptible, since they often play in the dirt and put things in their mouths or eyes. o In the end, it is best not to let sleeping dogs lie when it comes to issues of communal cleanliness. After all, proper sanitation could mean the difference between your yard being a beautiful oasis, or an area that has gone to the dogs. o Author: Dave Mason is the franchise owner of DoodyCalls, Charleston's Premier Pet Waste Removal Service
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DOODYCALLS o Waste not, want not: Pet Waste o In the dog eat dog world of real estate, an area is only as good as its property values. And for areas overrun by smelly piles of dog poop, the feces factor could prove the weakest link to many homeowners. o The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA), estimates Americans own more pets than ever before, with 74.8 million dogs as of 2008. o Beyond your grass, it has been estimated that a single gram of dog feces can contain 23 million fecal coliform bacteria, which are known to cause cramps, diarrhea, intestinal illness, and serious kidney disorders in humans. EPA even estimates that two or three days worth of droppings from a population of about 100 dogs would contribute enough bacteria to temporarily close a bay, and all watershed areas within 20 miles of it, to swimming and shellfishing. o The EPA explains that the decay of your pet's waste actually creates nutrients for weeds and algae that grow in the waterways. As these organisms thrive on your dog's droppings, they overtake the water and limit the amount of light that can penetrate the water's surface. As a result, oxygen levels in the water decrease, and the fish and seafood we eat can be asphyxiated, EPA says. o A toxic cycle o If you aren't worried about your local waterways, you may be a bit more concerned about the impact of dog droppings on your home. The thing about persistently disposing of stools improperly (or not at all) is that it kicks off a harmful cycle that can affect your whole family - including your pet. o According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pet droppings can contribute to diseases animals pass to humans, called zoonoses. When infected dog droppings are deposited on your lawn, the eggs of certain roundworms and other parasites can linger in your soil for years. Anyone who comes into contact with that soil - be it through gardening, playing sports, walking barefoot or any other means - runs the risk of coming into contact with those eggs; especially your dog. o Some of the hard-to-pronounce parasites your lawn could harbor include Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Salmonella, as well as hookworms, ringworms and tapeworms. Infections from these bugs often cause fever, muscle aches, headache, vomiting, and diarrhea in humans. Children are most susceptible, since they often play in the dirt and put things in their mouths or eyes. o In the end, it is best not to let sleeping dogs lie when it comes to issues of communal cleanliness. After all, proper sanitation could mean the difference between your yard being a beautiful oasis, or an area that has gone to the dogs. o Author: Dave Mason is the franchise owner of DoodyCalls, Charleston's Premier Pet Waste Removal Service
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Tuesday, March 6, 2012
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Bizarre Amphibian Baby Escapes Death by Toads
I'm here this week at the Tennessee Aquarium promoting the Ranger Rick's Backyard Safari exhibit which was created in partnership with my organization, the National Wildlife Federation.� Today's post features a video taken right here at the aquarium.� It
Parents can prepare pet for the arrival of baby
Parents have months to get ready for a baby. Experts say the countdown should include prep time for pets, too. A baby changes everything for a pet -- from how its home looks, smells and sounds to what the rules are. Low-energy, friendly, social
Help your dog adjust to baby
Congratulations, you're having a baby! You spent nine months preparing for your newborn, but the American Kennel Club asks what about your other "baby" your dog? "Most dogs are used to being the 'baby' of the family and many have difficulty
Pet Therapy: How Animals And Humans Heal Each Other
Inc., recently created a federal research program to study human-animal interaction. The program, operated through the National Institute for Child Health and Human Development, offers scientists research grants to study the impact of animals on
Hearing set on fate of husky involved in fatal newborn mauling
An Allegheny County judge will hear arguments Thursday regarding the future of a dog authorities seized after it killed a 2-day-old baby last month. Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski will decide whether to return the 18-month old husky to a man who
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Bizarre Amphibian Baby Escapes Death by Toads
I'm here this week at the Tennessee Aquarium promoting the Ranger Rick's Backyard Safari exhibit which was created in partnership with my organization, the National Wildlife Federation.� Today's post features a video taken right here at the aquarium.� It
Parents can prepare pet for the arrival of baby
Parents have months to get ready for a baby. Experts say the countdown should include prep time for pets, too. A baby changes everything for a pet -- from how its home looks, smells and sounds to what the rules are. Low-energy, friendly, social
Help your dog adjust to baby
Congratulations, you're having a baby! You spent nine months preparing for your newborn, but the American Kennel Club asks what about your other "baby" your dog? "Most dogs are used to being the 'baby' of the family and many have difficulty
Pet Therapy: How Animals And Humans Heal Each Other
Inc., recently created a federal research program to study human-animal interaction. The program, operated through the National Institute for Child Health and Human Development, offers scientists research grants to study the impact of animals on
Hearing set on fate of husky involved in fatal newborn mauling
An Allegheny County judge will hear arguments Thursday regarding the future of a dog authorities seized after it killed a 2-day-old baby last month. Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski will decide whether to return the 18-month old husky to a man who
Obama agenda: Press conference on Super Tuesday - msnbc.com (blog)
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Obama agenda: Press conference on Super Tuesday - msnbc.com (blog)
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Questions about health care mandate dog Romney's march to Super Tuesday - Examiner.com
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Spa man charged with threatening Obama and local school kids - Albany Times Union (blog)
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A Pleasure to Meet You This holiday season,
A Pleasure to Meet You This holiday season, when you are visiting your friends and family, you may be faced with the opportunity to meet a dog that you do not know. Here are some tips to help you have a healthy and happy experience by understanding the appropriate way to approach a new dog: Always ask an owner for permission to touch their dog prior to petting. Ask if the dog is friendly. Some dogs are not welcoming to guests. Some owners do not like their dog to interact with guests. You do not want to risk your personal safety or reward them for a behavior their owner dislikes. Watch a dog's body language. If their hair stands up, they stop moving or wagging their tail, they hold their breath, they crouch down to the ground, or they begin barking or lunging, simply do not touch them. They may be nervous and are better left alone. Never run up to a stray dog and pet them. You do not know how this dog responds to people, if the dog is injured, or if the dog is otherwise aggressive. It is best to let the dog come to you, if you decide to interact at all. Let them hear and smell you prior to interacting with them directly. Stand still and put your hand out for the dog to smell. Let them get comfortable with your scents and sounds prior to actual touching. Do not approach the dog face-to-face. Rather, position yourself beside the dog. A face-to-face meeting can become a threat to a dog that you may not mean to make. Do not touch the dog if you are nervous. The dog will know and it will make them nervous as well. There is no reason to pet a dog if you do not feel comfortable. Do not pet a dog on the head when you first meet them. A shoulder or back petting session is more appropriate. Many dogs get nervous and/or upset when they are pet on top of their heads, or when people reach over their heads to pet them. Do not stare a dog in the eye. While this is a show of confidence in the USA, it is a show of confrontation in the canine world. Gently look at the dogs ears, face, or chest, but try to avoid direct eye contact. If you become uncomfortable or are being attacked by a dog you have just met NEVER turn your back and run away. The dog will chase you. It will think you are playing a game or have become a prey animal. Instead, remain calm, stand still until the dog goes away, and/or guard your body with any personal items (purse, umbrella, briefcase, etc.) that you have with you. Do not flail your arms, scream, throw personal items, or wave your fingers at a dog. Excitement and nervousness begets excitement and nervousness. Loose and flailing items are more easily grabbed by a dog. Close your fists and hold your arms steady at your side or across your body to keep yourself in a safer situation. Pet the dog gently, slowly, with a flat hand, in one direction. When you do pet a dog you have not met before, remember to speak slowly and quietly in sweet tones. Watch your children and be sure to show them the appropriate ways to meet a dog. Remember, even if an owner says that a dog is friendly, you are a stranger to them. Earn their trust by respecting their space. This is especially true of puppies for whom everything is new, loud, and can become overwhelming.
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Allison Allen
Dog Training In Your Home
Charleston Dog Training
Allison Allen
Dog Training In Your Home
Dog Training Gastonia,NC Shon Mitchell Owner: Dog Training In
Dog Training Gastonia,NC
Shon Mitchell
Owner: Dog Training In Your Home -
LESSON NOTES STAND/STAY COMMAND ** NOTE: Before teaching stand/stay your dog should have a complete understanding of sit/stay. * Begin with your dog in a sit/stay on your left side facing in the same direction you are. * Using your right hand reach across your body grasping the leash about 6” from your dog collar. * Step back and place your left hand (palm toward yourself) on the deep inside of your right thigh. * Then as you give the command “stand” pull forward with your right hand while using your left hand to lift the dogs hind quarter into the air. * Once your dog reaches the standing position give the command to “stay”, then step in front of your dog. * Keep in mind, most dogs will attempt to sit. If this should happen, move quickly, stepping forward with your left leg (putting your hand back inside your thigh), then lightly snap the leash toward you as you lift your dogs hind quarters into the the stand position, and say “NO !!” (correction tone) then say “stand”. (light command tone). * Continue to follow the above steps for seven full days before expecting the dog to stand on his own. * Consult your training instructor for the next steps. TRAINING GOAL:_________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ *Remember, if you have any questions, please call our office at (704) 573-3647 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Found dog draws a crowd
Source: ireport.cnn.com
Shon Mitchell
Owner: Dog Training In Your Home -
LESSON NOTES STAND/STAY COMMAND ** NOTE: Before teaching stand/stay your dog should have a complete understanding of sit/stay. * Begin with your dog in a sit/stay on your left side facing in the same direction you are. * Using your right hand reach across your body grasping the leash about 6” from your dog collar. * Step back and place your left hand (palm toward yourself) on the deep inside of your right thigh. * Then as you give the command “stand” pull forward with your right hand while using your left hand to lift the dogs hind quarter into the air. * Once your dog reaches the standing position give the command to “stay”, then step in front of your dog. * Keep in mind, most dogs will attempt to sit. If this should happen, move quickly, stepping forward with your left leg (putting your hand back inside your thigh), then lightly snap the leash toward you as you lift your dogs hind quarters into the the stand position, and say “NO !!” (correction tone) then say “stand”. (light command tone). * Continue to follow the above steps for seven full days before expecting the dog to stand on his own. * Consult your training instructor for the next steps. TRAINING GOAL:_________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ *Remember, if you have any questions, please call our office at (704) 573-3647 Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Found dog draws a crowd
Through the tears and heartbreak of the tornado damage in Henryville Indiana, there were a rare moments of smiles and nervous laughter as lost items were returned to their owners- like this dog found trapped in a basement.
Some of the nearby reporters were quite interested in this happy reunion, however brief. Notice in the background that the same searchers who found the dog were already back to work sorting through the debris for more personal items that might have survived the massive storm.
Some of the nearby reporters were quite interested in this happy reunion, however brief. Notice in the background that the same searchers who found the dog were already back to work sorting through the debris for more personal items that might have survived the massive storm.
Source: ireport.cnn.com
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