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In America they first appeared as participants in the sophisticated Westminster Kennel Club shows. Mad over Maltese. . These tiny fluff balls will make you laugh out loud and drive you crazy. Best friend and protective- pampering parent, you will have to switch roles and shift gears with these sprightly creatures before blinking an eyelid. “The tiniest dog Nature has ever produced –. Her coat of long hair, whiter than ermine, Her movements exquisitely graceful and. MORE
Send them to a kennel? Chicken Soup for the Pet Lovers Soul wants to hear about your favorite "Summer Trave&# l stories and how you handle taking care of your pets on the road. Do you travel with your pets? Get a pet sitter? What kinds of things do you and your pet do together in the summer? Prize: Chicken Soup for the Pet Lovers Soul pet "goody bag”. Here are the rules to enter: Leave a comment on this post before midnight on August 28th. Tell us your Summer Travel story. MORE
Purina® Pro Plan® has fueled the last nine Westminster Kennel Club Best In Show winners* and knows what it takes to make a champion. Think you have what it takes to pick a winner? If you have what it takes, … Continue reading → The post Can you pick the “Best in Show”? appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. dogs Uncategorized MORE
The annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show starts tonight with the first ever agility championship! The Westminster Kennel Club 138 th Annual All Breed Dog Show: Monday, February 10 – airing on CNBC from 8-11 p.m. It’s going to be amazing. We have a great giveaway for an 8 month supply of Purina Pro Plan to help celebrate, so be sure to enter at the end of this post. MORE
Here is the link to the video showing kennel conditions. Grey2K is a greyhound advocacy group. They had professional investigators there last summer. greyhounds tucson arizona MORE
Alpha Dogs goes behind the scenes of Vohne Liche Kennels (VLK), one of the premiere K-9 training facilities in the world. Have you ever wondered what goes into the training of hero dogs? Alpha Dogs , which premiers tomorrow on NatGeo WILD, will show you! They do it all with one goal: serving our country. Alpha Dogs cast with executive producer Jack Osbourne (photo credit: National Geographic Channel). MORE
His large pouty eyes, silky fur-coat, and silly little paws on which he fumbled all over the hay-covered kennel, lured me in like a dog to a bone. The following is a guest post from Kevin Sloan. At an NYC puppy shelter a few weeks ago, my mind was just about made up when I met Chester – The cutest Lab puppy I’d ever seen. After talking to the owner of the shelter however, I learned there was more to adopting little Chester, or any pet for that matter, than my love at first bark. MORE
Abandoned during foreclosures and often the first to go when financial instability sets in, the kennels are overflowing beyond capacity with our loyal canine comrades. We all know that the past year was a bit of a “ Ruff Ride “, what with all the economic bad news. Well, there is a fun new book to help you get some laughter therapy! As you may have already guessed, it’s called Ruff Ride, and of course it features photos of dogs! MORE
For the first time, BarkFest will span an entire week, including coverage of the Westminster Kennel. The Olympics are going to have some four-legged competition this year, with Nat Geo WILD’s fourth annual BarkFest event kicking off the same night. dogs tv MORE
When Handsome Dan arrived, he suffered from a crippling fear of people and had been known to face his kennel wall for hours on end. Two great shows on the National Geographic channel tonight! Dog Whisperer: Cesar in Oz ! Friday, January 8 at 9PM ET/PT Cesar begins working with Sydney, a 9-year-old Weimaraner who was attacked by a man on a postie motorbike, the vehicles used by Australian mail carriers. MORE
To the Editor: The real thrust of the American Kennel Club’s opposition to California Assembly Bill 1634 as stated in “ Should Most Pet Owners Be Required to Neuter Their Animals? ” (Editorial Observer, July 30) is not economic but rather that creating a one-size-fits-all law such as mandatory spay and neuter is not a workable, enforceable solution to reduce the diverse demographics of the state’s shelter population. MORE
More than 500 dogs were removed from the Paws 'R' Us kennel in Clarendon Township, Que., The dogs will remain there until a custody hearing determines whether they will be returned to the owner of the kennel or placed under the care of the province. The owner of the kennel has maintained she was targeted by animal rights activists and that inspectors found only trivial violations. This is huge. Excerpt from the Vancouver Sun. MORE
They also want an exemption for hunt kennels which do not breed dogs for commercial purposes. This complaint is the result of proposed legislation to ban puppy mills in Ireland. Legislators are being contacted by people around the world to support the legislation. They are blaming the dastardly Green Party whose leader proposed the legislation. The dog breeding legislation, intended to outlaw “puppy-farming”, was prepared by Green Party leader and Minister for the Environment John Gormley. MORE
Barnette apparently failed to mention that early this year she personally ordered that volunteers are to have keys to the kennels to remove animals at any time. LA Animal Services is the subject of an internal investigation surrounding missing animals. At first, it sounds like employees may have been taking them, but volunteers had access too. Excerpt from CityWatch. MORE
Animals in the tri-state area are euthanized daily, rescue groups are unable to save as many lives as they wish, and animals spend years in boarding kennels while awaiting adopters to fall in love with them. NEW JERSEY – Animal shelters are full, they have no space, they often have no money, and they have a small amount of dedicated volunteers. MORE
During the drive, secure your pet in a portable kennel or in a proper pet restraint, if desired. Moving is a stressful endeavor. There are boxes to pack, valuables to secure, and furniture to disassemble. But when your shift from one home to another involves a pet, the undertaking becomes even more, err, ruff. And if you’ve got a dog or cat that doesn’t travel well, things can get downright hairy. MORE
Or paid for food for a year at a rescue kennel. I'm not a utilitarian. And when it comes to doing the math regarding the way I help individuals, though I never regret the decision to help, I understand that some might say, for instance, that for the amount of money I spent on Violet in one year (I think $15,000 was her most expensive year), I could have paid for the surgeries for several broken-leg greyhounds. Or printed thousands of copies of vegan leaflets. MORE
Disneyland has a Kennel Club where you can board your pet for a day. A few reminders when boarding your pets at the Disney World Kennels. Again if you forget, the kennel will provide at no cost. 4. Park employees are not allowed to touch your pets so it is your responsibility to place them in and out of the kennels. 5. Stop by at the kennels and visit your pets every now and then. You’re planning to take the whole family to Disneyland. MORE
During the drive, secure your pet in a portable kennel or in a proper pet restraint, if desired. Moving is a stressful endeavor. There are boxes to pack, valuables to secure, and furniture to disassemble. But when your shift from one home to another involves a pet, the undertaking becomes even more, err, ruff. And if you’ve got a dog or cat that doesn’t travel well, things can get downright hairy. MORE
Dogs in kennels, boarding facilities, or animal shelters, at dog shows, or in close proximity to other dogs are at a higher risk of contracting canine influenza. It’s that time of the year again! The Center for Disease Control recommends people begin getting flu vaccinations in October. On the pet side, the H3N8 virus, or canine influenza, has been a growing concern. MORE
Kathy Bauck, owner of Pick of the Litter Kennels in New York Mills, MN, was recently found guilty of four misdemeanors: one count of animal cruelty, and 3 counts of animal torture. Several dogs at the kennel were too weak and thin to stand up, and this woman has up to 1300 dogs in her “care&# at a time. She is still allowed to keep her kennel and keep breeding animals. Kathy Bauck. MORE
Some possible respiratory problems that your dog may get aside from the normal cold are kennel cough, pneumonia, canine para-influenza, and canine distemper among others. Sneezing, runny nose, headache, even fever: these are the things that we human beings experience when we have a cold. But having a cold is not just exclusive to us humans as our beloved pet dogs can get a cold too. But how do we determine if our dog has a cold? And most importantly, what to do if your dog gets a cold? MORE
Your pet should not be kept in a kennel or cage during daycare. Owning a dog is a huge responsibility. But, we do it because we love our pets. There are few things better than coming home at the end of a busy or stressful day and snuggling up with your four-legged friend or taking them for a relaxing walk through the neighborhood. MORE
Can you afford to keep your dog in a kennel for that duration? The idea of owning a dog is alluring for many of us. That adorable bundle of fur with puppy-dog eyes, and the promise to be your best friend forever, is surely going to tug at anyone’s heartstrings. But, putting emotions aside, owning a dog is a massive responsibility and requires considerable thought before you make the commitment. Ask questions. MORE
I remember seeing her shaking as I slowly knelt at her kennel. Shelby slowly started to get comfortable with me in her kennel, and would make the occasional movement toward me. About two handfuls of treats and a good ear scratching session later, Shelby was happy to have me in the kennel. But I have to remind myself that they are joining their new families and will be far better off than they would in the kennel. MORE
Another contagious disease is kennel cough which is usually common in areas where dogs are confined or are in an enclosed environment. A sneezing, honking sound is the most common symptom of kennel cough. Dog allergies are hypersensitivity reactions of the dog’s body to specific materials or substances. These substances, known as allergens, trigger an immune response in the body, resulting in symptoms, such as skin itching and irritation. MORE
This weekend Lagos Town Hall executives are expected to sign a landmark protocol drawn up in collaboration with animal protection association Cadela Carlota, in which it is decreed that the two organisations will endeavour to put a stop to the extermination of healthy unwanted and stray animals being held in the municipal kennel. Under Portuguese legislation, stray and unwanted animals that are kept in municipal kennels, even healthy ones, can be put down after eight days if unclaimed. MORE
Kennel space is often limited around the 4th of July because so many pets panic, and some shelters are unable to hold animals extra time due to overcrowding. Best Friends four-legged Celebrity Ambassador Lassie encourages everyone to protect pets this Independence Day weekend by keeping them in a safe, comfortable place inside the house during fireworks. MORE
1 says Vick actually placed family pets in the ring against pit bulls owned by "Bad Newz Kennels" and watched as the animals ruthlessly attacked the domesticated dogs causing "major injuries." This is the allegation as reported on TMZ. In just released report, a person identified as confidential witness No. MORE
Better Buddies’ mission is to shift society’s focus to adoption as the means to find a pet and to make no-kill kennels the way to find pets. Better Buddies, Inc., is a new business that offers consumers the best quality pet products that are built with an interior design eye and an eco-conscious heart. MORE
Little Black is in a large dog kennel, curled up in her litter box, going nowhere near her tasty, stinky canned food, and she will be returned tomorrow. First, Little Black and Big Tom , one more time. . Big Tom was the guest most anxious to leave my humble abode and was returned this morning, to a ghost town of a colony, with few cats in sight. MORE
The dogs were confiscated from Paws "R" Us Kennel in Clarendon Township, about 90 minutes northwest of Ottawa. Under Quebec law, the kennel owners could face a maximum penalty of only $1,200 if convicted of animal cruelty — a penalty that some animal rights advocates say is too lenient. The fallout from the huge puppy mill seizure is fueling calls for a review of Quebec's animal rights laws, which are abysmal even for Canada. MORE
Violet Rays raced for over two years, spending her days and nights in a kennel or being transported between South Florida and Oregon, only to be out of her kennel for about two hours per day, and with a muzzle on for that two hours (and maybe even while in the kennel). When I agreed to read and review Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson's THE DOG WHO COULDN'T STOP LOVING (Harper 2010), the regal Charles Hobson Booger, III was still with us. MORE
Consider in-home pet care versus boarding or kenneling. Pet expert Paul Mann, founder of Fetch! Pet Care , has sent us some tips to help our pets (and ourselves) reduce separation anxiety. Paul is around dogs and their owner every single day, so he knows a thing or two about it. The tips also provide a subtle reminder that sometimes it’s alright to leave Fido for a weekend-get-a-way or business trip. Tips to Reduce Separation Anxiety. MORE
Prosecutors are considering charges in connection with today's seizure against Ella Stewart, owner and operator of Sun Valley Kennel, who was recently charged with misdemeanor animal cruelty. Dogs were seized at a Kennewick puppy mill with the help of the HSUS. H/t to HelpAnimals on Twitter. From the HSUS press release: KENNEWICK, Wash. - The Humane Society of the United States assisted the Benton County Sheriff's Office today with the seizure of hundreds of dogs from a puppy mill here. MORE
Adding to the problem is the fact that Lisbon's municipal kennel is not collecting stray animals and is currently closed for refurbishment work but has no date for reopening, Lisbon's urban environment councillor, José Sá Fernandes told Expresso newspaper this week. From the Portugal News Online.sad stuff. MORE
Most shelter staff will refer to this as kennel fever, noted by a negative impact of remaining locked up in the kennel too long. How long it takes for kennel fever to set in is partly determined by the circumstances that landed them in the shelter as well as the temperament of the dog, so use this information as part of your selection process only. The decision to add a canine companion to your family is certainly a big one. MORE
Find a Good Kennel. Kennel prices can range from $17 for basic day care to $65 per night. But before you book Fido’s next stay, keep in mind that kennels vary widely in quality, in terms both of the accommodations and of the care. For dogs, look for a kennel that offers multiple walks a day plus play time (you may have to pay extra for some of these features). MORE
Pets that sleep in outdoor kennels might need bedding that keeps them warm in the winter. Dogs love the great outdoors, don’t they? If there’s one thing that gets most of them wagging their tail in furious excitement, it’s when their owner brings out the lead ready for a walk. Canines love the chance to get some exercise, to explore the world around them. Some like meeting other dogs or sniffing for where their pooch peers have been. MORE
With hidden cameras, LCA operatives spot-check several Los Angeles County kennels — essentially dog-breeding facilities that may be exceeding legal capacity limits. After negotiating with the owners of one of these kennels, the team, including Cesar, is able to rescue 11 dogs considered worthless by breeders — a small start in their hope to save as many dogs as possible from these conditions. Add another voice to the growing choir of those speaking out against puppy mills! MORE
I was just contacted by a new couple who emailed me pictures of their wedding at the American Kennel Club where they tied the knot in the Best in Show ring. I wanted to let you know about a website called AnimalAttraction.com where animal lovers come together to meet and oftentimes find love. MORE
Contact animal shelters and kennels in your evacuation area. With June 1 marking the first day of the 2011 Atlantic Hurricane Season, it’s crucial to raise awareness about the importance of planning for pets’ safety before it’s too late. VCA veterinarian Donna J. MORE
In The Lost Dogs: Michael Vick’s Dogs and Their Tale of Rescue and Redemption (on sale today 9/16) author and journalist Jim Gorant chronicles the full, behind-the-scenes story of the heroic effort to first save and then rehabilitate the 51 pit bulls confiscated from Vick’s Bad Newz Kennels. Have you ever wondered where the dogs in the Michael Vick case are now? Almost everyone in the animal world, and even those who aren’t animal lovers, will remember this case. MORE
Your generous donations and membership fees help us continue to supply food, kennel care and vaccines against deadly diseases like parvo and distemper. Meet Chicharito (Little pea), a small 3-4 year old Chihuahua found limping on Allende Street in La Paz. He had a problem with his leg. He wouldn’t put any weight on it. He looked very thin and very sad. Surprisingly enough, when we took the little Chihuahua to the veterinarian we discovered that they already knew him. MORE
Kennels Related Topics Critter News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2011
More than 500 dogs were removed from the Paws 'R' Us kennel in Clarendon Township, Que., The dogs will remain there until a custody hearing determines whether they will be returned to the owner of the kennel or placed under the care of the province. The owner of the kennel has maintained she was targeted by animal rights activists and that inspectors found only trivial violations. This is huge. Excerpt from the Vancouver Sun.
Critter News
JANUARY 2, 2011
Here is the link to the video showing kennel conditions. Grey2K is a greyhound advocacy group. They had professional investigators there last summer. greyhounds tucson arizona
4 The Love Of Animals
FEBRUARY 7, 2018
For the first time, BarkFest will span an entire week, including coverage of the Westminster Kennel. The Olympics are going to have some four-legged competition this year, with Nat Geo WILD’s fourth annual BarkFest event kicking off the same night. dogs tv
4 The Love Of Animals
FEBRUARY 12, 2016
Purina® Pro Plan® has fueled the last nine Westminster Kennel Club Best In Show winners* and knows what it takes to make a champion. Think you have what it takes to pick a winner? If you have what it takes, … Continue reading → The post Can you pick the “Best in Show”? appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. dogs Uncategorized
Critter News
SEPTEMBER 26, 2011
The dogs were confiscated from Paws "R" Us Kennel in Clarendon Township, about 90 minutes northwest of Ottawa. Under Quebec law, the kennel owners could face a maximum penalty of only $1,200 if convicted of animal cruelty — a penalty that some animal rights advocates say is too lenient. The fallout from the huge puppy mill seizure is fueling calls for a review of Quebec's animal rights laws, which are abysmal even for Canada.
Critter News
FEBRUARY 2, 2010
This weekend Lagos Town Hall executives are expected to sign a landmark protocol drawn up in collaboration with animal protection association Cadela Carlota, in which it is decreed that the two organisations will endeavour to put a stop to the extermination of healthy unwanted and stray animals being held in the municipal kennel. Under Portuguese legislation, stray and unwanted animals that are kept in municipal kennels, even healthy ones, can be put down after eight days if unclaimed.
Critter News
NOVEMBER 23, 2008
1 says Vick actually placed family pets in the ring against pit bulls owned by "Bad Newz Kennels" and watched as the animals ruthlessly attacked the domesticated dogs causing "major injuries." This is the allegation as reported on TMZ. In just released report, a person identified as confidential witness No.
4 The Love Of Animals
FEBRUARY 8, 2014
The annual Westminster Kennel Club dog show starts tonight with the first ever agility championship! The Westminster Kennel Club 138 th Annual All Breed Dog Show: Monday, February 10 – airing on CNBC from 8-11 p.m. It’s going to be amazing. We have a great giveaway for an 8 month supply of Purina Pro Plan to help celebrate, so be sure to enter at the end of this post.
Creature Talk
MAY 8, 2009
Kathy Bauck, owner of Pick of the Litter Kennels in New York Mills, MN, was recently found guilty of four misdemeanors: one count of animal cruelty, and 3 counts of animal torture. Several dogs at the kennel were too weak and thin to stand up, and this woman has up to 1300 dogs in her “care&# at a time. She is still allowed to keep her kennel and keep breeding animals. Kathy Bauck.
4 The Love Of Animals
SEPTEMBER 19, 2011
Disneyland has a Kennel Club where you can board your pet for a day. A few reminders when boarding your pets at the Disney World Kennels. Again if you forget, the kennel will provide at no cost. 4. Park employees are not allowed to touch your pets so it is your responsibility to place them in and out of the kennels. 5. Stop by at the kennels and visit your pets every now and then. You’re planning to take the whole family to Disneyland.
4 The Love Of Animals
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
Alpha Dogs goes behind the scenes of Vohne Liche Kennels (VLK), one of the premiere K-9 training facilities in the world. Have you ever wondered what goes into the training of hero dogs? Alpha Dogs , which premiers tomorrow on NatGeo WILD, will show you! They do it all with one goal: serving our country. Alpha Dogs cast with executive producer Jack Osbourne (photo credit: National Geographic Channel).
Critter News
JULY 27, 2012
Adding to the problem is the fact that Lisbon's municipal kennel is not collecting stray animals and is currently closed for refurbishment work but has no date for reopening, Lisbon's urban environment councillor, José Sá Fernandes told Expresso newspaper this week. From the Portugal News Online.sad stuff.
Critter News
APRIL 12, 2010
They also want an exemption for hunt kennels which do not breed dogs for commercial purposes. This complaint is the result of proposed legislation to ban puppy mills in Ireland. Legislators are being contacted by people around the world to support the legislation. They are blaming the dastardly Green Party whose leader proposed the legislation. The dog breeding legislation, intended to outlaw “puppy-farming”, was prepared by Green Party leader and Minister for the Environment John Gormley.
Critter News
MAY 27, 2009
Prosecutors are considering charges in connection with today's seizure against Ella Stewart, owner and operator of Sun Valley Kennel, who was recently charged with misdemeanor animal cruelty. Dogs were seized at a Kennewick puppy mill with the help of the HSUS. H/t to HelpAnimals on Twitter. From the HSUS press release: KENNEWICK, Wash. - The Humane Society of the United States assisted the Benton County Sheriff's Office today with the seizure of hundreds of dogs from a puppy mill here.
Animal Person
NOVEMBER 1, 2010
Violet Rays raced for over two years, spending her days and nights in a kennel or being transported between South Florida and Oregon, only to be out of her kennel for about two hours per day, and with a muzzle on for that two hours (and maybe even while in the kennel). When I agreed to read and review Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson's THE DOG WHO COULDN'T STOP LOVING (Harper 2010), the regal Charles Hobson Booger, III was still with us.
4 The Love Of Animals
AUGUST 20, 2010
Send them to a kennel? Chicken Soup for the Pet Lovers Soul wants to hear about your favorite "Summer Trave&# l stories and how you handle taking care of your pets on the road. Do you travel with your pets? Get a pet sitter? What kinds of things do you and your pet do together in the summer? Prize: Chicken Soup for the Pet Lovers Soul pet "goody bag”. Here are the rules to enter: Leave a comment on this post before midnight on August 28th. Tell us your Summer Travel story.
4 The Love Of Animals
MAY 6, 2009
With hidden cameras, LCA operatives spot-check several Los Angeles County kennels — essentially dog-breeding facilities that may be exceeding legal capacity limits. After negotiating with the owners of one of these kennels, the team, including Cesar, is able to rescue 11 dogs considered worthless by breeders — a small start in their hope to save as many dogs as possible from these conditions. Add another voice to the growing choir of those speaking out against puppy mills!
4 The Love Of Animals
JANUARY 25, 2012
I remember seeing her shaking as I slowly knelt at her kennel. Shelby slowly started to get comfortable with me in her kennel, and would make the occasional movement toward me. About two handfuls of treats and a good ear scratching session later, Shelby was happy to have me in the kennel. But I have to remind myself that they are joining their new families and will be far better off than they would in the kennel.
Critter News
JUNE 9, 2011
Barnette apparently failed to mention that early this year she personally ordered that volunteers are to have keys to the kennels to remove animals at any time. LA Animal Services is the subject of an internal investigation surrounding missing animals. At first, it sounds like employees may have been taking them, but volunteers had access too. Excerpt from CityWatch.
Animal Person
MARCH 21, 2009
Little Black is in a large dog kennel, curled up in her litter box, going nowhere near her tasty, stinky canned food, and she will be returned tomorrow. First, Little Black and Big Tom , one more time. . Big Tom was the guest most anxious to leave my humble abode and was returned this morning, to a ghost town of a colony, with few cats in sight.
4 The Love Of Animals
JANUARY 30, 2011
Most shelter staff will refer to this as kennel fever, noted by a negative impact of remaining locked up in the kennel too long. How long it takes for kennel fever to set in is partly determined by the circumstances that landed them in the shelter as well as the temperament of the dog, so use this information as part of your selection process only. The decision to add a canine companion to your family is certainly a big one.
4 The Love Of Animals
MARCH 23, 2014
During the drive, secure your pet in a portable kennel or in a proper pet restraint, if desired. Moving is a stressful endeavor. There are boxes to pack, valuables to secure, and furniture to disassemble. But when your shift from one home to another involves a pet, the undertaking becomes even more, err, ruff. And if you’ve got a dog or cat that doesn’t travel well, things can get downright hairy.
Animal Person
AUGUST 22, 2009
Or paid for food for a year at a rescue kennel. I'm not a utilitarian. And when it comes to doing the math regarding the way I help individuals, though I never regret the decision to help, I understand that some might say, for instance, that for the amount of money I spent on Violet in one year (I think $15,000 was her most expensive year), I could have paid for the surgeries for several broken-leg greyhounds. Or printed thousands of copies of vegan leaflets.
4 The Love Of Animals
AUGUST 4, 2011
Better Buddies’ mission is to shift society’s focus to adoption as the means to find a pet and to make no-kill kennels the way to find pets. Better Buddies, Inc., is a new business that offers consumers the best quality pet products that are built with an interior design eye and an eco-conscious heart.
4 The Love Of Animals
FEBRUARY 28, 2013
Pets that sleep in outdoor kennels might need bedding that keeps them warm in the winter. Dogs love the great outdoors, don’t they? If there’s one thing that gets most of them wagging their tail in furious excitement, it’s when their owner brings out the lead ready for a walk. Canines love the chance to get some exercise, to explore the world around them. Some like meeting other dogs or sniffing for where their pooch peers have been.
4 The Love Of Animals
APRIL 2, 2012
Another contagious disease is kennel cough which is usually common in areas where dogs are confined or are in an enclosed environment. A sneezing, honking sound is the most common symptom of kennel cough. Dog allergies are hypersensitivity reactions of the dog’s body to specific materials or substances. These substances, known as allergens, trigger an immune response in the body, resulting in symptoms, such as skin itching and irritation.
4 The Love Of Animals
JUNE 26, 2014
Animals in the tri-state area are euthanized daily, rescue groups are unable to save as many lives as they wish, and animals spend years in boarding kennels while awaiting adopters to fall in love with them. NEW JERSEY – Animal shelters are full, they have no space, they often have no money, and they have a small amount of dedicated volunteers.
4 The Love Of Animals
DECEMBER 30, 2013
In America they first appeared as participants in the sophisticated Westminster Kennel Club shows. Mad over Maltese. . These tiny fluff balls will make you laugh out loud and drive you crazy. Best friend and protective- pampering parent, you will have to switch roles and shift gears with these sprightly creatures before blinking an eyelid. “The tiniest dog Nature has ever produced –. Her coat of long hair, whiter than ermine, Her movements exquisitely graceful and.
4 The Love Of Animals
SEPTEMBER 23, 2010
Dogs in kennels, boarding facilities, or animal shelters, at dog shows, or in close proximity to other dogs are at a higher risk of contracting canine influenza. It’s that time of the year again! The Center for Disease Control recommends people begin getting flu vaccinations in October. On the pet side, the H3N8 virus, or canine influenza, has been a growing concern.
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 22, 2010
Consider in-home pet care versus boarding or kenneling. Pet expert Paul Mann, founder of Fetch! Pet Care , has sent us some tips to help our pets (and ourselves) reduce separation anxiety. Paul is around dogs and their owner every single day, so he knows a thing or two about it. The tips also provide a subtle reminder that sometimes it’s alright to leave Fido for a weekend-get-a-way or business trip. Tips to Reduce Separation Anxiety.
4 The Love Of Animals
JUNE 27, 2011
Some possible respiratory problems that your dog may get aside from the normal cold are kennel cough, pneumonia, canine para-influenza, and canine distemper among others. Sneezing, runny nose, headache, even fever: these are the things that we human beings experience when we have a cold. But having a cold is not just exclusive to us humans as our beloved pet dogs can get a cold too. But how do we determine if our dog has a cold? And most importantly, what to do if your dog gets a cold?
4 The Love Of Animals
NOVEMBER 14, 2012
During the drive, secure your pet in a portable kennel or in a proper pet restraint, if desired. Moving is a stressful endeavor. There are boxes to pack, valuables to secure, and furniture to disassemble. But when your shift from one home to another involves a pet, the undertaking becomes even more, err, ruff. And if you’ve got a dog or cat that doesn’t travel well, things can get downright hairy.
4 The Love Of Animals
JANUARY 5, 2010
Abandoned during foreclosures and often the first to go when financial instability sets in, the kennels are overflowing beyond capacity with our loyal canine comrades. We all know that the past year was a bit of a “ Ruff Ride “, what with all the economic bad news. Well, there is a fun new book to help you get some laughter therapy! As you may have already guessed, it’s called Ruff Ride, and of course it features photos of dogs!
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 14, 2012
Your pet should not be kept in a kennel or cage during daycare. Owning a dog is a huge responsibility. But, we do it because we love our pets. There are few things better than coming home at the end of a busy or stressful day and snuggling up with your four-legged friend or taking them for a relaxing walk through the neighborhood.
4 The Love Of Animals
OCTOBER 26, 2011
His large pouty eyes, silky fur-coat, and silly little paws on which he fumbled all over the hay-covered kennel, lured me in like a dog to a bone. The following is a guest post from Kevin Sloan. At an NYC puppy shelter a few weeks ago, my mind was just about made up when I met Chester – The cutest Lab puppy I’d ever seen. After talking to the owner of the shelter however, I learned there was more to adopting little Chester, or any pet for that matter, than my love at first bark.
4 The Love Of Animals
JUNE 12, 2011
Contact animal shelters and kennels in your evacuation area. With June 1 marking the first day of the 2011 Atlantic Hurricane Season, it’s crucial to raise awareness about the importance of planning for pets’ safety before it’s too late. VCA veterinarian Donna J.
4 The Love Of Animals
SEPTEMBER 16, 2010
In The Lost Dogs: Michael Vick’s Dogs and Their Tale of Rescue and Redemption (on sale today 9/16) author and journalist Jim Gorant chronicles the full, behind-the-scenes story of the heroic effort to first save and then rehabilitate the 51 pit bulls confiscated from Vick’s Bad Newz Kennels. Have you ever wondered where the dogs in the Michael Vick case are now? Almost everyone in the animal world, and even those who aren’t animal lovers, will remember this case.
4 The Love Of Animals
AUGUST 3, 2010
Your generous donations and membership fees help us continue to supply food, kennel care and vaccines against deadly diseases like parvo and distemper. Meet Chicharito (Little pea), a small 3-4 year old Chihuahua found limping on Allende Street in La Paz. He had a problem with his leg. He wouldn’t put any weight on it. He looked very thin and very sad. Surprisingly enough, when we took the little Chihuahua to the veterinarian we discovered that they already knew him.
Animal Ethics
AUGUST 3, 2007
To the Editor: The real thrust of the American Kennel Club’s opposition to California Assembly Bill 1634 as stated in “ Should Most Pet Owners Be Required to Neuter Their Animals? ” (Editorial Observer, July 30) is not economic but rather that creating a one-size-fits-all law such as mandatory spay and neuter is not a workable, enforceable solution to reduce the diverse demographics of the state’s shelter population.
Animal Ethics
MARCH 27, 2008
I was just contacted by a new couple who emailed me pictures of their wedding at the American Kennel Club where they tied the knot in the Best in Show ring. I wanted to let you know about a website called AnimalAttraction.com where animal lovers come together to meet and oftentimes find love.
4 The Love Of Animals
JULY 3, 2014
Kennel space is often limited around the 4th of July because so many pets panic, and some shelters are unable to hold animals extra time due to overcrowding. Best Friends four-legged Celebrity Ambassador Lassie encourages everyone to protect pets this Independence Day weekend by keeping them in a safe, comfortable place inside the house during fireworks.
4 The Love Of Animals
JANUARY 7, 2010
When Handsome Dan arrived, he suffered from a crippling fear of people and had been known to face his kennel wall for hours on end. Two great shows on the National Geographic channel tonight! Dog Whisperer: Cesar in Oz ! Friday, January 8 at 9PM ET/PT Cesar begins working with Sydney, a 9-year-old Weimaraner who was attacked by a man on a postie motorbike, the vehicles used by Australian mail carriers.
4 The Love Of Animals
OCTOBER 12, 2012
Can you afford to keep your dog in a kennel for that duration? The idea of owning a dog is alluring for many of us. That adorable bundle of fur with puppy-dog eyes, and the promise to be your best friend forever, is surely going to tug at anyone’s heartstrings. But, putting emotions aside, owning a dog is a massive responsibility and requires considerable thought before you make the commitment. Ask questions.
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