One of the questions on our adoption application is “Will you be taking your dog to obedience classes?” The answer often surprises me as most potential adopters answer the question with a confident “only if the dog needs it”. As someone who has adopted several dogs and fostered hundreds, I can tell you that most [...]
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Jan
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Aug
On Two Legs Or Four, We Are What We Eat
When was the last time you enjoyed a bowl of Total or Special K for breakfast? It may have been earlier this week or even as recently as this morning. But when was the last time you ate that cereal exclusively for your breakfast, lunch and dinner? I bet the answer is never! Still, that [...]
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Apr
Walking Your IG
Italian Greyhounds are an active and athletic breed that require some good hearty exercise. Walking is a key element in having a healthy and happy dog. Years ago dogs worked, moved and hunted for their food. In today’s world many dogs are alone, trapped inside four walls for 8 to 10 hours each day. This [...]
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Jan
One Saturday Night: Missouri Rescue
What do you usually do on a Saturday night? Take in dinner and a movie? Put on your bunny slippers and cuddle up with your pups and a good book? Or maybe party with friends into the wee hours? Well, one cold Saturday night in November I was up much later than usual with friends. [...]