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Dogs of Courage

4 The Love Of Animals

When we got a copy of Dogs of Courage: The Heroism and Heart of Working Dogs Around the World for review we couldn’t wait to open the pages and read the stories inside! The stories of working dogs will warm your heart and open your eyes to just how much our canine companions really know! We were not disappointed!

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10 Reasons Street Dogs Deserve to be Defended

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No dog is happier to be rescued. She put a dog bed outside with some food and water, and I’d see her checking on me about every five minutes. We dogs are wired by nature to be humans’ companions. After all, dogs have the longest history of co-habitation with humans of any animal. Get a street dog. I was safe.

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Teaching Kids Animal Compassion

4 The Love Of Animals

I didn’t get my first dog until I was 20, but since then I have been making up for lost time. Today I own 40 outdoor dogs and two more who live indoors! Start with easier pets – Many people don’t want to start with the responsibility of a dog or cat. A particularly excitable dog is not necessary.

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The Cookie and Coco Caper

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They only had until March 5 because the apartment they were moving to would not allow dogs. My boss couldn't take the dogs because he already has a very needy dog, a cat and a new baby. Luckily, I have a coworker who volunteers with Seattle Purebred Rescue. Some rescuers think it's simply a dog-hater.

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Cookie and Coco: Anatomy of an Internet Chain Email

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They are two dogs that once needed to be adopted. Someone told us it involved Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue. We are once again getting a lot of hits over the saga of Cookie and Coco. They eventually were (in 2007, I believe. But, the story won't die. You can read about our coverage of it here. Or at least a version of it.

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Getting a Kitten from Kansas

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I think there are many disreputable breeders, I think they are increasing a bloated supply of pets, and I think there are many purebreds already available from shelters. She could try to find a purebred that's been left at a shelter because that frequently happens. I am no fan of breeders, I'll admit it.

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Book: Shift Your Habit

4 The Love Of Animals

Save the Planet: Adopting a shelter pet not only saves a life, but it reduces demand for purebred animals, which are more likely to have medical problems due to genetic abnormalities. Shift-It Tip: If you’re set on a purebred dog or cat, buy one from a rescue association instead of getting a pedigree from a breeder.