MICHIGAN – (Lansing State Journal) - The American Kennel Club notes that while certain breeds, terriers in particular, tend to dig more because it’s in their genes, dogs dig as an outlet for frustration when they are left alone outside in the backyard. Digging provides something to do when an active, intelligent dog is bored out of his mind. “Dogs dig for a number of reasons,” said AKC Canine Good Citizen Director and Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist Mary Burch…more…
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Why Your Dog Likes to Dig and How to Stop it.
Thursday, March 31st, 2011
Winter Coat Saves Chihuahua’s Life
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. (UPI) – An Illinois man credited his Chihuahua’s winter jacket with saving the small canine from a great horned owl attack…more…
Rat Poisoning of Pets on the Rise
Tuesday, January 25th, 2011Bismark ND – (KFYR-TV) – Pet Owners need to keep a watchful eye on their dogs. A Williston veterinarian says he`s seeing more cases of rat poisoning than ever before.
Dr. Vince Stenson says cases of rat poisoning involving dogs in Williston are on the rise.”With oil activity and more out buildings, sheds and shops and things like that there`s just more places for rats and mice to live and probably more dogs are spending times in these places with their owners” says Stenson…more…
Just this week, Stenson saved the lives of two dogs from rat poisoning.
11 Startling Myths About Pets Explained
Tuesday, November 30th, 2010MSNBC – (Petwave) – Regardless of whether you own a pet that barks or purrs, you still have probably heard a myth or two about them. Here are some truths, facts and falsehoods about the top 11 most common myths about dogs and cats…more…
Miniature guide horse opens doors for blind student
Monday, November 15th, 2010OUTSTANDING STORY!
MSNBC – For Mona Ramouni, who’s blind, using a guide dog was just not possible. From an observant Muslim family, Ramouni’s parents objected to having a dog in the house…more…
Missouri’s new Prop B banning puppy mills threatens Pro Breeders
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010BOLIVAR-HERALD FREE PRESS Missouri, - Proposition B that places new regulations on dog breeders was approved by voters Nov. 3, but because it is a statutory change, it can be amended by the state legislature without a vote of the people. “We could repeal the whole process,” said Senator-elect Mike Parson, who is now 133rd District Representative. “But that’s not practical and not going to happen, probably.”…more…
Bed Bugs possible on your pet? 50-50 chance!
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010NEW YORK—Plaguing local homes and businesses alike, the recent spread of bedbugs has many people concerned about the well-being of their families, homes, and even pets. For worried pet owners, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) provides information about these insects and how to protect pets..more…
Young children most vulnerable to dog bites from a family pet when left alone, study finds.
Wednesday, November 10th, 2010LOS ANGELES TIMES - Children may be most vulnerable to dog bites when they’re left alone, a new study finds, and the guilty party may most often be the family dog. Researchers from the University of Colorado, Denver looked at data on 537 children up to age 18 who were treated at Children’s Hospital in Denver for dog bites to the face from 2003 to 2008…more…
Women’s Hormone Creams Can Expose Others (and Pets) to Health Risks
Monday, November 1st, 2010(NY TIMES) – Veterinarians around the country are reporting a strange phenomenon: spayed dogs and cats, even some puppies and kittens, are suddenly becoming hormonal. In female pets, the symptoms resemble…more…
The Real Monster Behind Chupacabra Legend
Monday, November 1st, 2010(LIVESCIENCE/FOX)- Sightings abound of a four-legged, hairless, fanged monster that kills and sucks the blood, and sometimes milk, from livestock in the United States and Latin America. Its name chupacabra literally means “goat sucker.” There is, in fact, a real monster behind the sightings, but it has eight legs…more…
Pet Rescue in Waushara County in Wisconsin Raising Eyebrows.
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010WISCONSIN - 20 complaints at Luv A Paw investigated, no citations issued – Waushara County authorities investigated 20 complaints about an animal rescue shelter near Wautoma ranging from pets with fleas and kennel cough to dogs that died shortly after being adopted. Officials said they found only minor infractions at the Luv A Paw animal rescue shelter and..more…
Alliance approves $550,000 loan to Cat Fanciers Association for move to Ohio.
Tuesday, October 26th, 2010ALLIANCE, Ohio— By a 6-1 vote, Alliance Ohio City Council approved a $550,000 loan to the Cat Fanciers’ Association to help the organization move to a vacant downtown office building…more…
The Barkley Pet Hotel & Day Spa Grand Opening Oct 25 in California
Wednesday, October 20th, 2010(Westlake Village, California)- The Barkley Pet Hotel & Day Spa is a resort-style vacation for dogs, cats, birds and exotics, which combines homelike amenities with recreational activity. The first facility was opened in Orange Village Ohio near Cleveland. Their inviting, state-of-the-art facility features a clean, secure and fun-filled environment – which meets and exceeds all kennel industry standards for boarding, grooming, obedience training, and doggie day camp. Our trained and caring professionals provide unparalleled customer service…more…
AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB LAUNCHES GRAND CHAMPION RANKING SYSTEM
Wednesday, October 20th, 2010New York, NY - The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) proudly announces its newest conformation ranking system for dog show exhibitors and their dogs. The new Grand Championship Ranking System launches today with more than 1,000 dogs already ranked nationwide. Located in the new Grand Championship section of the AKC website, the Grand Championship Points Ranking lists the top 25 dogs in each breed in a drop-down box format. The ranking is based on the number of Grand Championship points garnered at shows by achieving…more…
Botched euthanasia leaves dog owner in quandary
Thursday, October 14th, 2010After bringing dog’s body home from vet procedure, owner finds her standing up…more…