I DON’T ALWAYS TALK ABOUT DOGS … SOMETIMES I’M ASLEEP.
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Rescued dog “Roxy” holding hand with inmate / trainer. Tuesday April 19, 2016. A homeless pit bull facing an uncertain future found a second chance in the most unlikely of places — within the walls of Rikers Island. A group of teen inmates lived with the pooch — named Roxy — for nine weeks and worked to help her shed her wild ways. “She was kind of nippy,”...
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BIG Walkies Bournemouth Saturday 21 May, West Cliff Gardens Are you ready humans and dogs of Bournemouth? On Saturday 21 May, we’re coming for you to bring you the biggest and best walkies you’ve ever seen… by the beach! Sign up now BIG Walkies by the beach will be a walk you’ll never forget. There’ll be more trees, more slobber and plenty of fun to sniff out along the...
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I arrived at the home of adorable Four Paws Cocker Spaniel Archie who had been having fun with a roll of kitchen paper from of the worktop! Being a very clever puppy he decided to try and distract me from his antics by offering me his soft toy. How could I be cross with those puppy dog eyes saying it wasn’t me Aunty Fran, honest! Don’t you just love them!...
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Always have a First Aid Kit in your vehicle. Not only to be used for first aid but if there is a risk of being bitten, use a bandage as a muzzle.
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AS spring flowers bloom in forests, parks and gardens across Dorset, pet owners are being warned of the dangers certain plants bring to cats and dogs. While colourful springtime flora such as daffodils, tulips and lilies are delightful to look at, they can also prove deadly to pets. According to findings from More Than, over three quarters (78%) of Britain’s gardens...
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Maggie the Kelpie, believed to be the world’s oldest dog, passed away while asleep in her basket Sunday night. Maggie, who belonged to Australian dairy farmer, Brian McLaren, was 30 at the time of her death. That’s approximately 200 in human years. According to McLaren, Maggie had been happy and healthy up until two days before her death, when she began to...
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Ella and ToTo enjoying the sunshine together. Relaxed and chilled! Special doggies!
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Meet Cleopatra a lovely 5 year old Cat. She is a very outgoing girl and really loves cuddles. She is looking for a new home as sadly her previous owner was moving to no pet accommodation. She will need a new human that is happy to be groomed by her and doesn’t mind getting the odd present. She should be fine to live with cat savvy children but she will need to be...
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If your dog gets an electric shock from a voltage supply e.g. non domestic, do not approach the dog! Call the Police immediately.
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Happy Monday ! Summer’s just about here!
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Animal Friendly Lawns. None of us want to endanger the lives of our children and pets (dogs and cats). But if you live in a neighbourhood where the lawns look like golf greens, you may feel some pressure to keep up with the Jones’. Or you may just be tired of sheltering every weed that blows into town. Pesticides, whether they are insecticides, fungicides or herbicides,...
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A moderate walk through the water meadows by the River Stour, and short distances on country lanes and along gravel tracks. Follow waymarks for Walk 10 on the route. Begin trail Start: Car park opposite White Mill 1 Leave the car park in the direction of Shapwick and then turn right up a straight country lane, passing White Mill Farm on the right. Shapwick Parish name...
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We all know someone with arthritis, whether it’s a human friend or family member, or an animal companion. But if asked to describe what goes on inside an arthritic joint, many of us would be lost for words. We know it hurts, but we don’t really know why or how it happens. Dogs and cats have an intricate skeletal system made of bones, muscles tendons and ligaments. The...
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Q) I would like to know the best way to keep my dog’s bed clean. I have a Springer Spaniel and he comes in from walks quite wet and often his bed smells. Any easy answer?! A) Of course there is the very easy answer to pop your dog’s bed in the washing machine, providing it’s small enough to fit! But choosing the right dog bed in the first place can help...
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Dog Picture to make you Smile. I Love Fridays! Cute or What!
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COMPETITION TIME, DOG LOVERS! WIN A BOTTLE OF SOIL ASSOCIATION CERTIFIED ORGANIC DOG SHAMPOO, COURTESY OF Bonnie & Bailey! For the chance to win, simply answer the following question by posting in the comments below… A dog shampoo labelled “organic” is required by law to contain what percentage of organic ingredients: Is it… A) 100% B) 50% C) 20% D) 10%...
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National Pet Month promotes responsible pet ownership. A key part of being a dog owner is regularly worming your dog. Here we break down everything you need to know about worming. http://www.yourdog.co.uk/Indepth-Dog-…/worming-your-dog.html. Go to Links to find out more.
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Four Paws Dog Archie presenting me with his soft toy on my arrival at his home! Thank you Archie. You’re a darling!
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No charges will be brought against TV “Dog Whisperer” Cesar Millan following an investigation of animal cruelty complaints involving an episode in which a dog nipped a pig’s ear, authorities said on Monday. The investigation showed the dog accidentally escaped Millan’s control. The dog was captured moments later, while people present attended to the pig and called in a...
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Love this picture even thought ‘Happy National Pet Day’ was yesterday!
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The Las Vegas Police Department honoured K9 Officer Nicky with a funeral service on Wednesday, April 6. Nicky was killed in the line of duty on March 31 while pursuing a homicide suspect. The eight-year-old Belgian Malinois had worked with the Las Vegas Police Department for six years. Sgt. Eric Kerns, who spoke at the funeral and received Nicky’s coffin flag, had been...
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Watch out, ducklings about … It’s that time of year when mother ducks lead their ducklings to water, sometimes across busy roads. So over keep an eye out for mother duck and her young crossing the roads. ‘Abandoned’ baby birds. Please leave ‘abandoned’ baby birds alone. If you find a young bird out of its nest it is probably a...
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Eye Injuries. If the eye is bulging or has come out of the socket, apply a cold compress.
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I recently made my first visit to Upton Country Park’s new Parland designated ‘off lead’ dog area and was suitably impressed. I went with my Four Paws Dog Raffles and his lovely owner Liz to help with some recall training. Raffles was a Star and had a wonderful time despite the pouring rain! Well done Raffles and Liz too! There is a car park for approx...
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Two dogs rescued from cliffs near Swanage by coastguards RESCUE: Coastguard teams were able to rescue four dogs at South Beach. One of them was injured after falling down the cliff, another was stuck on the cliff and two others were able to make their own way to safety. A spokesman for the Swanage Coastguard Rescue Team said: “The Swanage Coastguard Rescue Team and...
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It’s that time of year when Adders start their sunbathing. So please be extra careful when out walking your dog or dogs. Symptoms can include … Swelling at the point of the bite (usually dark), you may be able to see two puncture wounds. Signs of pain, pale gums, drooling, bruising, vomiting, diarrhoea and...
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Bite wounds. Bathe the wound in saline solution and keep it clean and dry. Ensure your Vet sees the wound as the risk of infection is high.
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Here are seven steps to help your senior pet age gracefully and comfortably. Is your companion slowing down? Are his senses not as sharp as they used to be? Maybe he’s eating less and is no longer meticulous about grooming. He might be struggling with the stairs, or having a few accidents in the house. If your dog or cat is older than seven, he is a senior now, and may...
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