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    Hope Hammond Blogs
    dragon tale for st. patrick's day
    tomorrow is st. patrick’s day! there are plenty of animal legends relating st. patty and the irish from snakes to celtic dragons! in honor of the holiday here’s an excerpt from a fun little tale about a dragon and a leprechaun called , treasures & trees , dragons & dreams at spunsilk.pair.com drimlin was a dragon. not a little bitty , ordinary , everday lizard , mind you...but a real live honest-to-goodness fire-breathing , smoke-snorting , wing-flapping dragon who lived all alone in a huge cave set in the loftiest peak of the highest mountain in all the land. drimlin ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Tue Mar 16, 2010
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    pit bull takes apart police car
    some dogs are sweet , some are rambunctious and some are just plain nuts. that’s my diagnosis for the pit bull which attacked a cop car sitting by the roadside in chattanooga this past sunday. the car was occupied by a police officer running radar to check speeding on the local road. according to police spokeswoman , rebecca royval , “he felt his car shake so got out to see what was going on and it was a pit bull chewing on his bumper…[the officer first tried scaring the dog away , but when it wasn’t impressed , he pepper ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Mon Mar 15, 2010
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    potty training
    i thought things were going too well - - i was at around 10% for mishaps - - i thought i had a dog that already knew where to go - - now i'm down to around 50%. oh well , i have to remingd myself a 10 week old pup is not going to be houseborken yet!
    Posted by douglas agustin on Sun Mar 14, 2010
    Hope Hammond Blogs
    speed dating with doggies!
    many people know that their dogs are great for meeting potential dates at the dog park , but have you ever tried taking fido on that first date? seems like it could get awkward fast. what with the dog begging at the restaurant table and tripping all the staff to get at their plates. yet , the ‘must love dogs’ event run hosted by the social connection in ferndale , california is encouraging people to bring their dogs on dates. the event will occur next sunday at the canine resolution , which is a doggy behavior and training business out ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Sun Mar 14, 2010
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    vicious dog law passed in one city, but not breed specific
    the city council of elgin , il has voted to adopt tougher dangerous dog laws. however , they won’t be creating suggestive language to outlaw specific dog breeds , or restrict their owners the way other dangerous dog ordinances have in the past few years. initially , the law when presented to the city council late last month , featured pit bull specific language. owners of these dogs were to be required to purchase dog licenses for three years at a time , get their dogs micro chipped and carry $100 , 000 worth of homeowner’s or renter’s liability insurance. ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Fri Mar 12, 2010
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    there are more women veterinarians than men
    when you take your pet to the veterinarian have you paid much attention to the person poking and prodding your fido or fifi? or have you been to distracted by your pet's potential discomfort? well , either way it seems your veterinarian is more and more likely to be female as opposed to male these days. i know i’ve taken pets to both male and female vets and just never really thought about it , but this is an interesting point. recently , the american veterinary medical association (avma) posted a listing of all its member's data online revealing some ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Thu Mar 11, 2010
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    dealing with the loss of a pet
    after that cesar millan post yesterday about the loss of his dog i figured we could use a post with tips on dealing with pet loss. everyone loses a pet at some point in their lives , simply because dogs , cats and many other animals don't live as long as people do. it can hurt a lot too. to help you deal here's some tips from petloss.com: am i crazy to hurt so much? intense grief over the loss of a pet is normal and natural. don't let anyone tell you that it's silly , crazy , or overly ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Wed Mar 10, 2010
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    dog whisperer's daddy the pit bull passed away
    i'm a fan of the show , dog whisperer , and watch as often as i can get to it. naturally , cesar's show featured many dogs , but one of his most popular from the doggy pack itself was 'daddy' a very calm , surprisingly gentle pit bull. daddy after 16 long and fulfilling years died on february 19th 2010. according to a press release , daddy passed away while surrounded by friends and family though it didn't state how he died. cesar did know that daddy was getting close to passing on prior to the day though. he ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Tue Mar 09, 2010
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    cat trapped in frozen food warehouse for month
    no kitty would like to become a catsicle by getting stuck in a warehouse , but this kitty nearly did! a cat survived being trapped in a frozen food warehouse for at least a month. this at a warehouse in england which maintains a constant temperature of 28 degrees fahrenheit. numerous people working at the warehouse reported seeing the cat and attempted to cat the kitty for it’s own safety. yet , no one was able to bring the kitty cat in. he was just to shy and quick to get away. after a month on the run they were ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Sun Mar 07, 2010
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    spring pet care tips
    you can definitely tell the weather is starting to warm up. in a few weeks those heavy spring rains will be here and we'll all have to walk our pets in heavy rain gear. we highly recommend doggy rain coats for your pets too. to help you prepare for the spring season here are a few spring pet care tips from animalpaws.org: tools , especially gardening tools , have sharp points that can puncture delicate paws or worse. do not leave your tools and implements out where your pets can get to them.speaking of gardening , use special care when ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Sat Mar 06, 2010
    Hope Hammond Blogs
    doggy body language for beginners
    everyone thinks they can read their dog's body language. just because fido has lived with you for years doesn't mean you correctly interpreting everything that pup does or even their vocalizations. in fact , many people believe that tail wagging is a sign of happiness , but it's really a sign of excitement. even fighting dogs will wag their tails. so , to ensure there are no miscommunications here are a few signs for your pooches moods from about.com: confident the confident dog stands straight and tall with her head held high , ears perked up , and eyes bright. ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Fri Mar 05, 2010
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    dehydrated cat found in truck
    a severely dehydrated cat was found on wednesday in alberton's warehouse at billings , montana by warehouse workers. it seems the kitty was stowed away in a truck coming in from utah. when they discovered the it first appeared that she was feral. she hissed and growled at the workers when they tried to approach. according to the warehouse , the workers were unloading the truck which originated in utah on tuesday when they happened upon the kitty. she appeared to be quite thin and without food or water for 'quite a long time' so , it's believed the cat ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Thu Mar 04, 2010
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    dog training classes available at lucky puppy
    classes are now forming! where: lucky puppy custom cuts 591 s. lincoln dr troy , mo.mini sessions: 4 sessions 1 hour eachwhen: friday evenings starting at 7:00 p.m.each session is $20.00 you may sign up for one or sign up for all. give us a call to sign up today!
    Posted by doris ridenhour on Thu Mar 04, 2010
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    nutritions plays a big role in behavior
    were you aware that what you feed your dog plays a big role not only for his health and well being but for his behavior as well? as a dog trainer i am always looking for the best possible food in order to keep my clients up-to-date.there are so many different foods to chose from and it can and is very over whelming to understand what is really the best for them. be label able. one food is said to have scientfically balanced ingredients , while another claims to turn back the hands of time to restore your dog to ...read on
    Posted by doris ridenhour on Wed Mar 03, 2010
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    what to expect from in-home dog training
    in home training is great for those that just can not commit to 6 or 8 weeks of classes.the benefits of in home training is that you have one-on-one attention , the sessions are scheduled at a time that is good for you , and the big factor is you can start out with low keyed distractions so your dog can learn what it is you are wanting them to do a lot easier since they are able to stay focused on you. could you learn a new language with a lot of activity going on around you , loud ...read on
    Posted by doris ridenhour on Wed Mar 03, 2010
    Hope Hammond Blogs
    march comes in like lion with these two poems
    march is upon us and for those of you familiar with popular phrases it's a month associated with two unlikely companions , the lion and the lamb. what's that phrase again? in like a lion , out like a lamb. well march certainly roared in where i'm living this year. i thought i'd track down a couple of animal themed poems commemorating these monthes. this first one is posted at gardendigest.com: the march wind roars like a lion in the sky , and makes us shiver as he passes by. when winds are soft , and the days are warm ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Wed Mar 03, 2010
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    man loses license for walking dog alongside car
    have you ever had the urge to you know , walk the alongside the car? it's a lazy sunday afternoon and fido really needs a nice long walk but you just aren't feeling it. so , you decide to walk the dog alongside the car at say , 5 miles per hour. well maybe not , but paul railton of england decided to give it a try. most people these days will skateboard , rollerblade or even bike ride with their dogs , but few rarely attempt to drive a car while walking the dog. this tends to be dangerous ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Tue Mar 02, 2010
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    controversy over jessica simpson's pet pig tweet
    jessica simpson , the singer and actress , is considering a rather unusual new pet. she’s thinking about bringing home a pet pig. this decision mentioned via her twitter account when she stated , "i'm thinking about getting a pet pig...does this mean i'll have to give up pork?" of course , the seemingly innocuous statement sparked controversy , especially with peta whom , naturally , disapproves. peta has stated rather sharply about simpson’s idea of adopting a pig , ‘pigs , who are smarter than dogs and every bit as sensitive to pain and stress , don't belong in ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Mon Mar 01, 2010
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    feral cat program in tallahssee working well
    the catch and release program in tallahassee , florida is doing a lot of good for the feral cat population. in recent years , a new kind of spaying and neutering program has popped up amongst animal lovers and non-profit groups. instead of trying to bring feral cats into good homes with adoptions , where they have a hard time adjusting and usually run off from time to time , groups are working to catch feral cats , spay or neuter them , give them their shots and put them back where they came from. this method seems to work ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Sun Feb 28, 2010
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    nike stops selling products made with exotic animal skin
    peta has convinced another retailer to stop selling products made with animal skins , at least exotic animal skins. after an in-depth investigation into the exotic skins industry in places like africa , peta sent footage of the extreme suffering animals go through during the process to the nike corporation. the company based in beavertown and it's affiliate cole haan has revised their policy concerning the production and sale of exotic animal skin products. their new policy reads , 'animal skins must not be any species considered to be exotic. examples include , but are not limited to alligator , ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Sat Feb 27, 2010
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    missing sheppard turns up 600 miles away
    a lost dog returned home recently after being found hundreds of miles away. deacon , a german sheppard went missing from virginia just a few weeks before christmas and turned up in florida this month. it is still a mystery how the dog managed to make it that far in such a short period. my guess , he went south for the winter. deacon was rescued in a way after being spotted weaving in and out of traffic with another dog in florida. a convenience store clerk noticed them and coaxed the two dogs into the store for their own safety. both dogs were placed ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Fri Feb 26, 2010
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    last few dental health tips for february
    to help wrap up february , which happens to be pet dental health month i’ve tracked down a few more tips on keeping your pet’s teeth clean and healthy. these practical ideas come from bestbullysticks.com: 1. 1. give your dg a good dental chew or treat to help keep tarter and plaque at bay. not only are dental chews a great way to keep your dog’s teeth clean but also is a way fun away to keep your dog entertained for hours. our bully sticks & dog chews do the trick! 2. 2. brush your pet’s teeth on a daily basis (2-3x is a week). although dental ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Thu Feb 25, 2010
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    many small pets need adopting
    thousands of small and exotic pets are still in need of adoption after being seized in a raid on u.s. global exotics in arlington , texas this past december. authorities raided a warehouse owned by the company and discovered more than 26 , 000 animals crammed into a 5 , 000 square foot building. it took three different teams of people 14 hours to evacuated all the animals from the facility. among the many small pets and exotics were hundreds of dead and thousands more dying. a judge officially awarded ownership of the animals to the city of arlington , ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Wed Feb 24, 2010
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    spay or neuter your pet day!
    today was spay or neuter your pet day all across the usa. don't worry if you missed the notice about this 16th annual event run by the humane society international. it's not required , but highly recommended. so , if your pets haven't already been spayed or neutered , consider it for their life long health and the improved quality of life that future generations of pets will receive. many animal shelters took part in this event , offering low prices on the surgery not just today , but throughout the year. for example the barren river animal welfare association ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Tue Feb 23, 2010
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    new world's tallest dog announced
    the world guinness book of records has a new entrant today. it’s the world’s tallest dog , a great dane from tucson , arizona named giant george. the pup is a ginormous 43 inches from paw to shoulder and even more surprising 7 ft. 3in. from the tip of his tail to the end of his nose. he’s certainly not a lap dog that’s for sure. this isn’t to say that the dog is the world’s tallest dog , but it is the tallest dog recorded in the record books. so , if your dog is taller it’s time to ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Mon Feb 22, 2010
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    we want some puppies
    i cannot find a stud in my area (des moines ia) to breed my red female doberman with. anybody know of a possible male doberman stud?
    Posted by jodie sacco on Mon Feb 22, 2010
    Hope Hammond Blogs
    four tips to keep in mind about easter
    easter will be here in a few weeks and with it the surprising warmth of spring. make sure your celebrations are safe for the pets too with these tips from the humane society of the united states: 1. pass on poisonous plants. some popular plants—including easter lilies—are highly toxic to pets and can easily prove fatal if eaten. check out the full list of toxic flora , and make sure that your home and yard are free of these dangerous plants. 2. resist pet purchases. bunnies , chicks , ducks and other animals are adorable , but resist the urge ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Sat Feb 20, 2010
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    lost girl kept warm by pet dog overnight
    there is a very lucky little girl in cordes lakes , arizona tonight. three-year-old victoria bensch and her dog named , ‘blue’ wandered away from home on thursday , managing to get lost and spending the night in the freezing cold. her panicked parents had last seen victoria playing outside near their home around 5 pm. when they noticed that the girl was missing they searched for an hour before calling the police. immediately local police began searching for the girl in the area around her home and also contacting local sex offenders in case she’d been abducted. they even ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Fri Feb 19, 2010
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    scottish terrier wins best in show at westminster
    the well-known annual westminster dog show finished up last night and those of you who watched it on the telly know that this year's winner is sadie the scottish terrier. not a surprise since sadie was the favorite to win. even bookers in vegas were taking bets on this dog show and gave sadie 8 to 1 odds of winning. pretty good , considering there are hundreds of dogs competing in the show. yes , sadie is a real winner. she's only 4 years old and has a slew of awards , including a second place showing from westminster last ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Wed Feb 17, 2010
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    cat with head stuck in food can finds its way to a pet shelter
    a cat in scotland is extremely lucky after having gotten it's head stuck inside an open tin can. the cat like many animals could have died painfully of starvation or been attacked by another animal. however , this cat was extremely lucky in that it managed to wander right up to a scotland spca in its city of middlebank , dunfermline. the cat was discovered at the center with what appeared to be a can of whiskas cat food. it's head was lodged all the way up to its neck inside the can. this sort of problem occurs all the ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Tue Feb 16, 2010
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    man, dogs fall through thin ice on pond
    well it’s wintertime and you know what happens in the winter. people and pets falling through the ice on lakes , ponds and rivers. here’s a story about a man and his two dogs in highlands ranch , colorado. the man was at the redstone park with his wife , children and dogs for a family outing. it seems both dogs were on leashes , but they saw some geese out on the lake and took off after the birds but fell through the ice. the man followed to help them and all three ended up in the water. the ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Mon Feb 15, 2010
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    valentine's day tips for keeping pets safe
    it’s valentine’s day! better make sure your pets are safe during the celebrations. you’d be surprised at how many dangers the holidays can bring to your pets. so , here are a few tips for keeping your pets safe. chocolate is also a popular gift around this time of year. but this delectable treat is one that could make pets ill. chocolates may contain fat and caffeine-like substances known as methylxanthines , which can potentially cause symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea to panting , excessive thirst and urination , hyperactivity , abnormal heart rhythm , tremors , seizures and ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Sun Feb 14, 2010
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    amy winehouse gives up 11 cats
    amy winehouse , the well known singer , has recently given up 11 of her cats. i didn’t know she had that many cats in the first place. the british singer felt forced to give up her pets because they were getting out of control , a common complaint for many pet owners with more than two or three animals. at some point it just gets to be more than one person can handle. according to a source close to the singer , ‘amy was pretty upset about it because she loved them dearly , but she had to give ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Sat Feb 13, 2010
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    how do animals celebrate valentines day?
    it’s valentine’s day soon so i thought i’d find out how other species get it on for the holiday. these two excerpts below are from mark fletcher’s funny blog post , ‘grr! you bring out the animal in me’ at the daily mail online. beware flashers male fireflies advertise their desire for love with a flashing light. a chemical reaction in their bottom sends a bright beacon to any females around. once the lady firefly is paying attention , the suitor starts to communicate through a sort of morse-code , and a lengthy courtship dialogue ensues. as far as the females are concerned , the ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Fri Feb 12, 2010
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    dog to compete in westminster also warns of seizures
    that well known dog show of yore , westminster is kicking off this monday with a whole new crop of pups on the floor. all of these dogs are purebred and many have lots of awards , but a few like vala the canaan are really special. vala is special because of the attention she pays to her handler , 14-year-old ethan miller. mr. miller has cerebral palsy with limited motor control on his left side and the occasional seizure as the result of brain damage when he was an infant. the cerebral palsy hasn't held this brave boy back ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Thu Feb 11, 2010
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    dog robbed of coat in street
    what a world we live in today , what a world! sometimes it seems like petty crimes are growing ever more prevalent and committed for almost no reason at all. why , just last week some poor dog got mugged in park slope , new york. lexie , a 10 year old westie was waiting outside of the local grocery store while his owner picked up a few groceries when someone stole the clothing off his back. somebody robbed lexie of a very posh green wool coat with leather belt and trim. now i know how some of you feel about leaving dogs tied up alone ...read on
    Posted by hope hammond on Wed Feb 10, 2010