The Humane Society of Clarksville-Montgomery County (Tennessee) has started an innovative program to help children age 5 – 14 to avoid dog attacks.
Monthly Archives: April 2009
Tuesday’s Top Ten: Funnest Dog Breeds
OK, so I’m not sure funnest is even a word, and there is no science to this list – it is simply the dog breeds I have known that I have had fun with. This topic came to mind because my dogs are having some serious playtime in my office – running all over the place and play-biting each other.
Some dogs, like the Basset Hound, turn into doorstops soon after leaving puppyhood, so they’re not what I would call fun. Other dogs, like German Shepherds, are too serious about being a guard dog, so I’ve never seen one having fun. (OK, the address is “[email protected], for all of you Basset and German Shepherd owners!)
Dog Overboard!
Remember the Tom Hanks movie where he survived a plane crash, only to be stranded on a deserted island? How about Gilligan and his friends, stuck perpetually on an uncharted desert isle after what was supposed to only be a three-hour tour (a three-hour tour). How many of you have wished to spend some time on a deserted island when life gets to be too much? Keep reading for a story about Sophie Tucker, an Australian Cattle Dog who fell overboard from her family’s boat and swam over five miles to an island. Continue reading Dog Overboard!
Angel Dogs: Divine Messengers of Love
Have you seen this book? I haven’t read it yet, but I think it will be next on my list. It tells many stories about how dogs have brought their families love – what a great theme!
Here is the “official” description of the book from the publisher:
With a well-earned reputation as man’s — as well as woman’s — best friend, dogs have an uncanny ability to sense exactly what their human friends need. Gathered from thousands of stories Allen and Linda Anderson have received, as well as their own experiences, “Angel Dogs” demonstrates that dogs are not only faithful companions but also spiritual guides. Stories include the four-legged speech therapist who helped a scared boy find his voice; the dog who came “special delivery” through the mail at just the right moment in a family’s life; the dog who helped guard Air Force One; dogs from the canine corps; service dogs; and many others. The book also details new scientific findings on how dogs can save lives, sniff out cancerous tumors, and warn epileptics of impending seizures. Each story is followed by a short meditation that helps readers focus on the messages of love that dogs bring to their lives.
Book Details:
Angel Dogs: Divine Messengers of Love
By Allen Anderson, Linda C. Anderson
Edition: illustrated
Published by New World Library, 2005
ISBN 157731493X, 9781577314936
218 pages
Link to Amazon.com
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Saturday Survey: Favorite Celebrity Dog Lover (Female)
I posted earlier this week a list of celebrity dog lovers, so now it’s time for you to sound off about which one is your favorite. We’ll do the females this week and the males next week. I’m sure you already know my choice for the female, but the male might be a mystery!
Continue reading Saturday Survey: Favorite Celebrity Dog Lover (Female)
An Answer to the Potty Patch mystery!
I did a boatload of research today and finally tracked down the owner of the Potty Patch business. Many of you have wondered what was going on with this company, since you sent in your credit card information, but never received your product. See my previous post here. (Special note to VPinTenn: Thanks for the phone number! Unfortunately, I could never get through – kept getting “all circuits are busy”.)
Origins of Dog Names
Did you ever wonder about the meaning of a certain name? For example, “Beth”, as a shortened form of Elizabeth, is from a Hebrew word meaning “God’s promise”. It was not used before the 19th Century, and was popularized by Louisa May Alcott in her book, Little Women.
What Every Pet Owner Should Know
The book “What Every Pet Owner Should Know”, written by Doc Halligan, was featured on The Bonnie Hunt Show today. I haven’t read the book, but found some of the discussion topics on the show interesting.
Washington State Puppy Mill Legislation
We had a comment on the blog last week about State Senate bill 5661 in Washington. The commenter, Dave, was against the bill because of the cost it would impose on breeders who own more than 10 adult dogs. Dave also states that “they” are trying to make it federal law, so it could potentially affect breeders everywhere in the States. Whether or not that last part is true, it is an interesting topic for debate.
Talk Shows Featuring Dogs April 2, 2009
For your viewing enjoyment, if you’re interested tune in to these shows or set your TiVo for them if you can’t be home.