I just got email from my distributor letting me know that the price per 40lb. bag is going up 10%, and he specifically mentioned the US dollar sinking against the Canadian one as a cause for the change. -- Melinda Shore - Software longa, hardware brevis - Prouder than...

He's always chasing mice, he's trying to climb trees and he's doing a lot of cat-stuff. I think it's a psychological problem. A cat trapped in a dog's body. What can I do???

You've probably heard about raw dog food and wondered what all the hub- bub is about and if you should feed it to your dog. The truth is that a raw food diet is very good for your dog. This is because their natural diet in the wild was mainly raw meat. Even when they were domesticated by man to be...

After visiting about 10 different Vet Offices, I know ONE reason (other than their greed) why their fees are so high and they are so hard up for money. Out of the 10 Offices I walked into, 9 had 3 women sitting on their fat asses doing NOTHING. Instead of running an efficient lean practice these...

From: TheAmazingPuppyWizard Subject: "If You Can't Dazzle 'em With Brilliance, Razzle 'em With Bullshit". HOWEDY Dr. Von, "If You Can't Dazzle 'em With Brilliance, Razzle 'em With Bullshit". Can you UN RAZZLE DAZZLE us?

Subject: Using Psycho 201 Language Correctly Date: Sat, 17 Nov 2007 12:03:56 -0500 Since the language of behavior modification was fairly well established by 1950 or so, trying to change definitions is just sophomoric games. Get a decent psych text before you start writing about...

Rocky got his VATCh today. That's "Veteran Agility Trial Champion" and requires Masters titles in each of Standard, Jumpers, Gamblers, Snooker, and Team Relay. It was the latter which was holding us up. Rocky ran team today with Ginger, a Golden Retriever who's in her last trial before...

A recent report has uncovered the shocking truth behind up to 87% of the deaths caused to dogs! = http://go2-url.com/saveyourdog As a dog owner, you should be concerned about the well being of your loyal and loving friend. An early and unnecessary death can be prevented. =...

....Make sure you bring enough water for your pet to drink on the trip. Packing your pet's favorite foods is also a good idea as it may not always be readily obtainable at your holiday destination... http://articlesupdates.googlepages.com/pet_friendly_travel_tips

....The facilities for dogs can vary greatly between each venue so determining exactly what is provided will make your pet friendly holiday a more relaxing experience for both you and your pet... http://articlesupdates.googlepages.com/pet_friendly_travel_tips

It says formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food nutrient profiles for all life stages. I have 2 varieties here - Mediterranean Banquet (Lamb, Brown Rice, Chick Peas, Spinach, Golden Delicous Apples) and Smothered Comfort (Whole Chicken Thigh, Barley, Carrots,...

Hello: can someone tell me if I can safely give my Beagle enteric-coated aspirin? I know buffered is OK, but I'm wondering about the enteric-coated variety. Thanks. -Gary

I have a 13 year old lab cross bitch. Have been treating her for some time with Propalin for urinary incontinence. It appears to be working but now she is suffering incontinence the other way. I believe this may be a side efect of the Propalin. Question here is how long do I keep giving her the...

I am raising two mix-breed dogs with a lot of Siberian in them. I got them from a musher with the intention of training them for skijoring when they are old enough. There is no history of bone problems in their family. They seem to be doing great on large breed puppy food, but I have heard some...

Greetings everyone: My coworker found a small tick on her Viszla, with the telltale bullseye red circle, so of course she is now worried about Lyme disease. She called her vet, who said that a blood test so soon would show nothing, and that the bullseye didn't mean that he would necessarily get...

http://www.getgift.com.cn/Drug-Testing.htm Urinalysis Drug Tests Testing is most frequently performed on small samples of urine, although hair, saliva, and blood can also be used. Urine samples are collected by personnel under carefully controlled circumstances to avoid mismatches resulting in...

My lad caught one of my girls when she was in season. I didn't want to mate her that season so I took her to the vet and he gave her an injection with a second 24 hours later. Her season ended abruptly 2 days later (in that he totally lost interest and she stopped baiting him) This was 38 days...

What's the deal with onion powder? Is it ok or not for dogs? I thought all onion was bad but some dog foods have onion powder in them. What's the deal? THANKS! -- ~~~~~ Jenny, Maui and Cali :)

Prior to calling the company of the dog food with onion powder in it, I called my vet. She assured me that any onion and garlic is fine except fresh/raw. Then I called the company (Masterfoods USA) who confirmed what the vet said. They also said the nutrients in the food once cooked is...

The snow may not be snowing yet, and going over the river and through the woods to grandmother's house maybe a few weeks away, but the Holidays are coming! Now is the best time to start thinking about preparing for a safe and happy vet free holiday season, while you still have some time to...