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Dog saves newborn

Posted on August 22, 2008 by admin

Here is a story that needs sharing. This dog “retrieved” a newborn that have been “thrown away” and took it back to the rest of her puppies. This is a dog that personifies the  relationship between people and dogs that … Continue reading →

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Heart Worms in Dogs

Posted on August 11, 2008 by admin

I ran across this excellent article on heartworms that I want to share with you. I have always thought that the vets and the drug companies were “hype-ing” up the concern into this condition. I have never given any of … Continue reading →

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In Memory of the great English Shepherd “BO”

Posted on August 8, 2008 by admin

We received this email from an old friend. It is a wonderful tribute to her English Shepherd and a life lesson that he taught her. Bo was pup of Tessa – one of the greatest English Shepherd’s we have ever … Continue reading →

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Thank Goodness for Dogs

Posted on August 7, 2008 by admin

Sitting in the cutting pen on my horse waiting for the next horse to work, I began to think about all the great horses I have had the opportunity to ride and the lessons that they taught. I could write … Continue reading →

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Dogs have remarkable eyes

Posted on July 31, 2008 by admin

They can see in both dim and bright light. This is an interesting article on why. I often use my dogs as “seeing eye” dogs when I am out on the farm after dark. What a wonderful gift we have … Continue reading →

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Datoka aka Cody’s Puppyhood

Posted on July 12, 2008 by admin

Dakota was the only boy in the litter. He was one of the biggest pups yet kind and soft! Here are updates on his life in Tenn with Karen and Joe   5-13-08:   Dakota arrived last night around 9 in Cookeville … Continue reading →

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Lisabeth Puppyhood Update

Posted on July 12, 2008 by admin

(Lisabeth is in CA with the Osselaer family. Here is her 4 month old update.) Lisabeth is a sweetie, a cuddler and very smart. She was fairly easy to house train and had only a few accidents the first week … Continue reading →

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Griffin Update

Posted on July 12, 2008 by admin

(Griffin is from Gabby’s 2006 litter.  His puppy name was Snow.  He had unusual white marking as a pup.  He made a beautiful dog.  Griffin lives in Austin with Linda.)  Update:   My little Griffin turned two this week, as you probably … Continue reading →

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The top 3 most aggressive dog breeds

Posted on July 9, 2008 by admin

This might surprise you.. would you believe the dachshund, chihuahua and the Jack Russell Terrier Attention, America, or at least all you state and local politicians who are banning or considering banning ownership of pit bulls, Rottweilers and other big, scary … Continue reading →

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French Heartworm in Dogs

Posted on July 8, 2008 by admin

This is a new one on me! A French Heartworm which has made it to the UK has now appeared in Scotland. Will we be next? Parasite migration signals climate change from PhysOrg.com A parasite that thrives on warm conditions … Continue reading →

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