Faithful Friends
May 3, 2018
Author Unknown
Anybody besides me remember the children’s book called “I’ll Love You Forever”. I always thought it was kind of creepy because this lady sneaks into her adult son’s bedroom at night to sing her little bedtime song. Somehow, when it’s a pet, it’s not creepy at all!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
California’s First Dogs
March 29, 2018
Cali
Cali Brown has just been named California’s Deputy First Dog, second in command to Colusa “Lucy” Brown, the official first dog. It seems the state’s governor, Edmund Brown, has a nepotism habit, naming his dogs to official posts in state government. They even have their own web page! [Read more]
Animal Welfare Law Rankings by State
January 19, 2018
The Animal Legal Defense Fund, the nation’s preeminent legal advocacy organization for animals, released the 12th annual year-end report (2017) ranking the animal protection laws of all 50 states. For the 10th year in a row, Illinois is in first place—followed by Oregon (2), California (3), Maine (4), and Rhode Island (5). Kentucky holds firmly to last place for the 11th consecutive year. It trails Iowa (49), Wyoming (48), Utah (47), and North Dakota (46) as the state with the weakest animal protection laws. [Read more]
2017 National Dog Show Final
November 23, 2017
And the winner of Best in Show at the 2017 National Dog Show is…(drum roll please)… [Read more]
When Larry Met Kumler
September 23, 2017
A friend of mine from high school, Jeff Grady, is now a vet near Cincinnati. Here are two of his adorable clients!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Saturday Survey: Airport Dog Toilets
April 29, 2017
I posted on Monday about an indoor pooch potty at the Portland, Maine airport. Have you seen these anywhere?
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Good day, and good dog!
No Puppies Under the Tree!
December 15, 2016
Time for my annual reminder that dogs don’t make good Christmas presents. When you give someone a puppy, you are asking that person to make a commitment that may last as long as 15 or more years. This can be a real challenge for some people, so if you are not willing to take care of the dog yourself, don’t expect someone else to do it.
Getting a dog should only happen after caregivers have long discussions about who is going to provide day-to-day care and who is going to bear the expenses of caring for the animal. You should also do the research to discover which breed best fits your lifestyle.
The biggest reason why animals get surrendered to shelters is because they don’t meet expectations. Make sure you understand what to expect before you get a dog, and have a long conversation with your family before you add a dog to your home. Putting a puppy under the tree before you are properly prepared for the responsibility doesn’t benefit anybody. Please don’t add to our already overcrowded shelters!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Happy Thanksgiving
October 10, 2016
To all of our Canadian friends: Happy Thanksgiving from doggies.com and breeders.net!
Save some turkey for us!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Earth Day Is Tomorrow. Go Green!
April 21, 2016
Happy Earth Day Eve! Ultimate Home Life presents these helpful suggestions to help dog families co-exist better with the earth.
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George Clooney Adopts Shelter Dog for His Parents
January 28, 2016
I grew up not far from Cincinnati, watching Nick Clooney first host the afternoon movie, then the local news. Although I didn’t know the family growing up (they are from Northern Kentucky, as I recall), I have always felt an affinity for George because (well, okay, because he’s gorgeous!) but also because he and I are about the same age and grew up in the same metro area. Now he’s done something to make me love him even more! [Read more]
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