A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
In Dangerous Deeds, residents are divided by a proposed ordinance to ban what some consider "dangerous dogs" in the county. Those in favor of the ordinance believe some breeds can never be trusted, while others disagree and refuse to endorse the proposal. When asked her opinion, dog trainer and owner of Waterside Kennels Maggie Porter …
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Sasha is officially four years old today! When we applied to the AKC via their Purebred Alternative Listing (PAL) program, we opted to rely on the veterinarian's estimate of Sasha's age because we don't know much about her life before she came to us. We chose July 4th for her "official" birthday in celebration of her new life. She's …
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Strong storms rolling across the hills this morning brought to mind this 19th century image. If you've never heard the expression "it's raining cats and dogs" you might enjoy reading the possible origins noted in this Everyday Mysteries post. Some suggest this was inspired by tales of Odin, the Norse god of storms. While no evidence exists …
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When you share your life with a dog, some things are essential responsibilities. For me, the list starts with love and attention. Add in good nutrition, regular veterinary care, and frequent grooming. Obedience skills and good manners are on the list, as well; these provide terrific opportunities to bond with your dog. I'll add control …
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