Archive for August 6th, 2008

Dock dog’s death may lead to hope for canines with cancer (KATU Portland)

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

For dog lovers, there is no greater loss than the death of their furry best friend. One local woman is taking the love and loss of her award-winning dock dog and making a difference for canines with cancer.

Teach your dog to avoid rattlesnakes (The Idaho Statesman)

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

The 13th Annual Rattlesnake Avoidance Training clinic will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Veterans Memorial Park.

Dog a Perfect Companion for St. Paul Boy with Autism (FOX 9 News Twin Cities)

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

A pet can be a constant companion, and getting one can teach children how to be responsible. This special dog is giving a St. Paul boy with autism a bridge to the outside world.

RICK KUSHMAN: Down, boys: The dog on ‘Lost’ is safe (Miami Herald)

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

I’ve got great news, and I know you’re with me on this. The dog lives. No harm will come to the dog.

National Assistance Dog Week Designated in August (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008

August 10-16 has been officially designated as National Assistance Dog Week to honor the more than 20,000 dogs that assist people with disabilities. Their work ranges from guide to hearing dogs: from assisting those with mobility problems to alerting for sudden onset diseases like seizures or diabetes.