September 2011
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Hero Dogs Of 9/11 - Where Are They Now?
Photographs by Charlotte Dumas of privately owned dogs who were mobilized, with their owners, to search for victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. They are now retired.
Moxie
Moxie, age 13, Winthrop, Mass. She arrived at the World Trade Center site on Sept. 11 and began working the next morning. Though she is trained to find survivors, she identified six bodies and many body parts ...
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Hero Dogs Of 9/11 - Where Are They Now?
Photographs by Charlotte Dumas of privately owned dogs who were mobilized, with their owners, to search for victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. They are all now retired.
Moxie
Moxie, age 13, Winthrop, Mass. She arrived on the scene of the World Trade Center[[MORE]] on Sept. 11 and began working the next morning. Although Moxie is trained to find survivors, she identified six bodies and...
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Kiwi’s goes nuts over lime!
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Dog-Nappings On The Rise
A Rise In Stolen Dogs
Pets and the economy have an interesting relationship. Overall spending in the pet industry has risen steadily over the past few years, even with the struggling economy. However now, because of the economy there is [[MORE]]more reason for owners to watch their pooches backs because of an increase in dog theft and kidnapping.
The number of dogs snatched away from...
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Dogs Rule! Cats Drool - Top 10 Reasons
10. Stamina
Cats are sprinters, while dogs are marathoners. Dogs who run the Iditarod cover 1100 miles in less than [[MORE]]2 weeks.
9. Harder Workers
Cats hunt, period. Dogs on the other hand, guide the blind, chase criminals, sniff out illegal drugs, identify gas leaks, work with the elderly and disabled, and aid children with life threatening illnesses…I could go on.
8. Faster
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Rags To Riches - From Shelter To Palace
Unwanted Little Pup
This is a rags-to-riches story about Beth, a Jack Russell pup that arrived at a rescue centre unwanted and unloved. Today she will be whisked off in a chauffeur-driven car to start a new life of luxury as one of Camilla’s, the Duchess of Cornwall’s pets.
Love at first sight: Beth the Jack Russell pup has been rehomed by the Duchess of Cornwall Duchess Decides...
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Pet Store Chain Stops Selling Puppies - Partners...
P.J’s Makes An Announcement
PJ’s Pets and Pets Unlimited have announced that they will no longer sell puppies in any of their stores. As of September 1st, their focus will be to support pet adoption services in an effort to find homes for thousands of pets in local SPCA’s, Humane Societies, rescue groups and shelters across the country.
Turns Focus On To Adoption
To create awareness,...
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Happy Ending For Hawkeye - The Dog Who Watched...
Hawkeye Refused To Leave His Masters Side
Navy SEAL Jon Tumilson’s Labrador retriever Hawkeye was loyal to the end, he refused to leave his master’s side during an emotional funeral
The photo that broke the nations heart - Hawkeye the Labrador lying by his master’s coffin during Navy SEAL, Jon Tumilson’s emotional[[MORE]] funeral. But Hawkeye will not be alone for long...
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5 Amazing Breeds You May Not Know
There are an astounding number of dog breeds out there, some recognized by the AKC, some bred for their cute looks, and others that fall into the most popular category like Golden Retrievers, Jack Russell Terriers, Bulldogs, or Labrador Retrievers. In addition to all of the many you may be able to name off the top of your head, there are others that you’ve probably never heard of.
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Don't Believe It! - Top 10 Myths About Dogs
PawNation recently published these ten myths about dogs. Have you fallen for any?
10. Dogs enjoy being hugged
Dogs and cats sometimes hug during mating or fighting. Although pets may enjoy nuzzling and getting affection from you, [[MORE]]it is good to remember that your pet may confuse a hug with aggression.
9. Dogs that are aggressive are showing dominance
On the contrary, it is often...
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13 Year Old Takes Dog Toy World by Storm
A Young Boy Has An Idea
Cole Amyx, a 13 year old boy is known around his Houston neighborhood for making dog toys for friends and neighbors in the community. At only 8 years old, the teen developed[[MORE]] a line of unique dog products proving that he is a true entrepreneur. His invention involves a tennis ball, a drill press and other surprising items.
A Really Good Toy For Dogs
After having...
