Author PetsBlogs

Devoted pet owner and now, devoted pet editor, Judi worked in traditional offices, keeping the books and the day-to-day operations organized. Taking her dog to work every day for over a decade never seemed odd. Neither did having an office cat. She knows what it's like to train a new puppy and she's experienced the heartache of losing beloved companions. Retired, she currently lives with her spoiled dog and four chickens (who are, interestingly enough, also spoiled).

Dogs

Knowing and Understanding Your Border Collie

by Jeff Nenadic

Oftentimes considered the most intelligent of all breeds of dogs, the Border Collie originated in the English and Scottish border country, and is an excellent sheep herding dog. They were plentiful in numbers in England and Scotland during the 1800’s when they were used as fetching dogs in order to circle sheep herds and keep the animals close to the shepard. By 1873, sheepdogs known as

Animal Rights

Toppy – The World’s First Cloned Sniffer Dogs

Six genetically identical puppies began work for South Korea’s customs agency, sniffing out drugs. They all share the same name, TOPPY (tomorrow & puppy combined) because they were all cloned from the same superb sniffer dog named Chase (a Labrador Retriever in Canada).

The dogs went through an 16-month training program and are now hard at work sniffing out drugs at Seoul’s Incheon International airport and at border

Health & Safety two boys sharing a newspaper and a dog all sitting outside in the grass

Adulterated Animal Feed Seized

Filthy conditions, failure to correct violations prompted action at Kentucky facility. At the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, U.S. marshals today seized livestock and horse feeds stored under filthy…

Dogs

What Does a Luxated Patella Mean to You and Your Dog?

by Jeff Nenadic

Here’s a scenario for you to think about. Your child is out in the back yard, running about with your 1 year old dog, when unexpectedly, you hear that dog yelp in pain. Wasting no time, you head out the door and observe that the dog appears to have an injured hind leg, holding it aloft as it trots along on the other three. As if

Cats

Wanted: Australian Pets With Star Appeal

Dr. Katrina Warren is looking for an Aussie dog and cat to be the new faces of Advocate!

Vote My Pet is a national competition to help convince Dr. Katrina Warren, a panel of judges, and the Australian public that your pet has all round star appeal.

Dr. Katrina Warren is the Australian veterinarian, best known as the host of Housecat

Dogs

Welsh Springer Spaniel

by Geoffrey English

The Welsh Springer Spaniel is an all purpose hunting dog bred for endurance on the field. The breed has a weatherproof coat that makes ideal for hunting, flushing and retrieving small upland game. Welsh Springer Spaniels are affectionate dogs that will bond strongly with their family. Their coat requires minimum maintenance with a stiff bristle brush.

  • Height: 16 to 19 inches
  • Weight: 35
Dogs

Pet Sitters International and Replacements, Ltd. to Host Pet Adoption Fair and Dog Day Event on June 26, 2009

Friday, June 26, marks the 10th anniversary of Pet Sitters International’s (PSI) Take Your Dog To Work Day®, an annual campaign that promotes local pet adoptions by encouraging employers around the world to open their doors to employees’ dogs for one special day. This year, Pet Sitters International has partnered with Replacements, Ltd. ® , Greensboro, NC, to host the 2009 Take Your Dog To Work Day (TYDTWDay®) Adoption Fair

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