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| * | New Rimadyl Information Available First, Rimadyl's manufacturer, Pfizer, has taken a great leap forward by being the first animal health company to provide Owner Information Sheets for Rimadyl Caplets and Rimadyl Chewable Tablets. The sheets tell, in fairly plain English, what to expect from Rimadyl, what to discuss with your veterinarian before giving Rimadyl, and possible side effects, which include typical side effects of Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatories (NSAIDS), plus death. |
| * | Drop 'n' Flop Bean Bag Pet Bed and Pet Mats Tested: Giant size (36"x 53") Bean Bag Pet Bed and several sizes of Pet Mats |
| * | The evolution of the dog Amoebicus Woofus |
| * | Dog Days For purposeful procrastination, nothing tops a dog. Take this morning, for example -- it's ten o'clock and, for hours, I've managed to put off writing |
| * | The Serious Breeder/Genetics Book The Serious Breeder/Genetics book is a short, easy course in basic genetics for dog breeders. In only 22 pages, it gives you everything you need to know to understand genetics, and start using science to improve your line of dogs. The articles in the book were first published as a series in Good Dog! magazine in 1991 and 1992, but "The Little Blue Genetics Book" remains a popular classic among dog breeders worldwide. |
| * | Hip Dysplasia: How It Develops Most dog owners are aware of hip dysplasia, possibly because their own dogs have experienced it. The term hip dysplasia refers to a process of abnormal development of the hip joint. The hips are ball-and-socket joints; these joints develop so that the pelvis cradles the end of the thigh bone much like a catcher's mitt cradles a baseball. |
| * | Pain control There's no question that dogs feel pain. But because they are the descendants of wolves, they often attempt to hide their pain to avoid showing weakness. Since they have different degrees of stoicism and tolerance to pain, it can sometimes be challenging to pinpoint the source of the pain. |
| * | Solving Sable-ration Anxiety I was not a full-time, 100%, totally doting parent. Most of the time, I was thrilled to be a dad, pleased with my children and proud of their achievements. But there were moments, while they were growing up, when I might have been just as happy as a celibate priest. It must be a great luxury to pat little children on the head and then leave them in the care of others. |
| * | Check out these great books by Chris Walkowicz! AUTOGRAPHED BOOKS FOR DOG LOVERS |
| * | New cancer research Results from two recent surveys conducted by Morris Animal Foundation report cancer as the leading cause of disease-related death for dogs in the United States. With ownership of these companion animals rising to more than 55 million (1997 U.S. Pet Food Institute statistics), dog owners need to learn how to detect the symptoms of cancer and understand prevention techniques in order to help their canine family members lead healthier, happier lives. |
| * | Canine colitis Diarrhea is a common condition that almost every dog owner will experience at some point -- in the dog, not necessarily the owner. Most often, the condition is inconvenient but brief, lasting only a day or two. Diarrhea that lasts longer than a few days or is particularly severe (with the dog showing other signs of illness such as lethargy, vomiting, or a fever) can indicate a more serious problem. |
| * | Are Pets Being Recyled Into Pet Food? The headline read: "How dogs and cats get recycled into petfood" (San Francisco Chronicle, Feb. 20, 1990). Similar headlines appear regularly. The belief is dead pets are rendered and the resulting product finds its way into petfoods. |
| * | The Cutting Edge of Dog Food Technology If you're into learning about dog food, or if you hang out at the health food store, you've probably heard about "essential fatty acids," "marine lipids," "linoleic acid," "omega-3" and "omega-6 fatty acid." You may have an idea that these are all good for the heart, but don't know why -- or exactly what a fatty acid is. |
| * | Here's A Sample of The Serious Breeder/Genetics In this book of reprints from the Good Dog! magazine column "The Serious Breeder," we will show you how genetics is important to a breeding program and how genetics is also important to the health of the individual dog. |
| * | Skin-eze tablets can stop your dog's scratching … without steroids! Is your dog tormented by constant scratching? Tired of the expense and frustration of the on-again, off-again cortisone cycle? |
| * | Dr. Deb: The Ugly Side of Dogs As many of you know, dogs are some of my most beloved friends and companions. This past month, however, I've seen their dark side. |
| * | Tapeworms: Parasites with a past Tapeworms are one of the few parasites that are most likely to be diagnosed by a pet's owner. |
| * | Animal Food Services Pet Patties (Meat Eater Diet) The raw food advocates have finally gotten to me. For years, I've been hearing that raw was the way to go. For years, I wrote them off as extremist crazies. |
| * | News and Comments Book of My Favorite Dog Biographies, reveiw of rescue and emergency kits |
| * | New treatments for congestive heart failure Congestive heart failure is when the heart weakens and can no longer work efficiently. The heart is a superb pump and when it fails, fluid tends to build up -- either in the lungs or the abdomen. |
| * | Fly Me To The Moon Fear of Flying is the name of a book, an anxiety, and a paroxysm that causes every dog breeder's heart to quake. The fear is not for ourselves but for our beloved pets. Shipping our animals seems to be a necessary evil in our quest for the elusive dream -- puppies to new owners, females to be bred, and show dogs to their weekend destinations. |
| * | Ask Dr. Whaddowedo Ask Dr. Whaddowedo is our column for information from the American Veterinary Medical Association. |
| * | Dr. Deb The ugly side of dogs |
| * | Bladder Cancer Cancer is a frightening word that conjures up images of weakness, nausea, hair loss, and death. In reality, cancer is a disease process where a cell continually divides and makes new cells, and doesn't respond to the body's normal signals to slow or stop its division. In benign tumors, the abnormal cells accumulate in one region and form a mass that doesn't spread to distant areas. Malignant tumors (cancer), on the other hand, invade the tissues where they originate and ultimately spread by a process called metastasis. |
| * | Barking Edge of Medicine: New Vision Test for PRCD Scientific investigators from Cornell University have developed a genetic test to identify dogs who are normal, carriers, or are affected by progressive rod-cone degeneration (PRCD). PRCD is a form of progressive retinal atrophy known to cause blindness in many dog breeds. This study -- as well as others leading to the test development -- is funded by Morris Animal Foundation and The Seeing Eye, Inc. |
| * | Dick Molay: Every Dog Has His Doo by Dick Molay |
| * | Cover: Barney in Freemont CO. Photo by Taimur Mahmood |
| * | Cover: Bandit, Barney, and Sassy in Colorado. Photo by Taimur Mahmood. Volume 14, No. 2 Published since 1988 |
| * | Cover 10th Annual Dog Food Issue Featuring test reports on: Solid Gold Hund-n-Flocken, Sensible Choice, Natural Blend, Steve's Real Food For Dogs (Raw), Exceed, Nutrience, Supreme Formula, Premium Edge |
| * | The Family Dog: Solving Sable-ration Anxiety My history as a dog owner is about the same as my record as a parent. I love my increasingly-bad-tempered Lhasa Apso, Sable, and I provide what I consider to be a high level of good care. But there are times when my wife and I have to be away for a while, and I feel a great sense of freedom as I hand over my doggie to a boarding kennel. A week or two without a dog is just what every family needs to rediscover the joys of having a dog around. |
| * | Cocker Spaniel 101 I had intended to do my research. I really had. I talked to my vet and to my friends about what breeds they had owned and liked. This trip to the pet store was only meant to give me an idea of what was out there. I didn't intend to come home with a dog -- and certainly not one from a pet store . . . My plan crumbled. There, behind the glass, was the cutest ball of red and white fluff with big brown eyes and long floppy ears that I had ever seen. |
| * | Our Foes, The Fleas One of the most worthy foes we face in veterinary medicine is the lowly flea. This insect has driven people and their pets crazy for centuries. Maybe we're finally gaining the upper hand, though, with some of the developments over the last 15 to 20 years. A review in the April, 1999 Compendium of Continuing Education, reminds us of some of the highlights of this campaign. |
| * | Cover: Bettie Toy |
| * | Product Test Report: Rimadyl: We Put It To The Test When my husband, Steve, and I were planning our wedding a few years ago, we decided to get a dog. It would be our second and it would be my wedding gift to him. When we got our first dog together a few years earlier, we put a lot of time and energy into researching breeds. But we ended up adopting a mixed breed -- Mandy, a Keeshond mix -- from the humane society. This time around we decided we'd find a dog of the breed we intended on buying the first time, an Alaskan Malamute. |
| * | Rimadyl Safety Update In the November/December 1997 issue of GOOD DOG!, Wendy Houtz wrote a glowing review of her test of Rimadyl® (carprofen) for dogs with arthritis. The new drug was working wonderfully to eliminate her dog, Fisher's, pain, resulting in a complete change of personality. That kept Fisher from being put to sleep for aggressive behavior. The drug had been shown to be quite safe in all of its safety and toxicity studies, and the FDA approved it for sale in the U.S. |
| * | Product Test Report: New treats for joint pain and skin care What if you could give your dog a tasty biscuit that actually helped your dog's stiff joints? New Pup-Again™ treats do that, and more. |
| * | Chocolate For The Soul They say chicken soup heals what's wrong with you. Me, I prefer chocolate. We spend a lot of time complaining about what's wrong with our sport. Once in a while, something happens that makes us feel warm and fuzzy. An Irish friend, Coralee Freeney, related the following story about her experience at a dog show: |
| * | A Nineties Noah and his ARK Ron Cimorelli is like a Noah for the '90s and beyond. His company, A.R.K. Enterprise of Upland California, dedicates itself to saving pets. And he's doing a fine job of it! He's invented ARK, which stands for Animal Rescue Kit, and two other kits useful in emergencies. |
| * | All paws on deck! Surveys collected from one hundred cruising boats indicate only 10% of those polled had children aboard, but a full 22% counted a pet among their crew. Why take a dog sailing? Companionship. We're dog people. Entertainment. We're dog people. Protection. We're dog people. Boaters meet new friends as dogless cruisers appear in search of a "puppy fix." |
| * | Product Test Report:: Every Roving Rover needs a good set of luggage Every Roving Rover needs a good set of Dog's Bow Wow Luggage! The legend on the packaging reads, "Have suitcase, will travel." Now all roving Rovers can travel in style, thanks to Dog's Bow Wow™ Luggage -- a suitcase for dogs on the go. |
| * | Emergency preparedness and responsible pet owners The United States is home to over 130 million companion animals. When disaster strikes, people rely on many of the state, federal and private humanitarian groups and agencies to provide the needed food, shelter, and medical/rescue assistance needed. But what about the pets? |
| * | The Ten Commandments of Dog Ownership A simple guide to living with and enjoying your dog. Covers all the basics and gives you rules to live by for a happier relationship with your dog. This book makes an excellent gift, and the illustrations by Brian Lazar are great! |
| * | Product Test Report: Abby's Doggone Cookies are doggone good! We reviewed some of Abby's Doggone Good Gourmet Cookies, now our reviewing more of Abby's declicious treats; nutrituion, packaging and most of all . . does my dog Chops like them! |
| * | When is the time? Owning dogs is great fun when they're young and energetic. |
| * | The Dog Shrink™: Why Dogs Have Owner Problems The phone rang at 8 a.m. sharp. The woman's voice on the other end trembled, "Sparky, my Jack Russell Terrier, has suddenly become aggressive. He's tried to bite me twice already today," she said. "Last night he attacked my husband for no reason." I don't know why he's turned so mean. We've never whipped him or mistreated him, and we certainly do love him. If we can't make him treat us better, we'll have to get rid of him," she sobbed. "Do you think you can help us?" |
| * | IAMS Revamps Dog Foods The Iams Company has improved its Iams brand dog foods. The foods are being relaunched with improvements to the formulas, the taste, and the packaging. A few new products are being added to the line, too. |
| * | Product Test Report: Buddy Bowl Won't Spill Only one word describes our reaction to the Buddy Bowl™ from the Great American Water Bowl Company: amazement. You can fill it full of water, turn it over, and nothing spills out. It uses a unique patented funneled interior that keeps (up to) a half-gallon of water from splashing or spilling. |
| * | Healthy Shibas, Taichung-bred, dog, breed Shibas are often described as sturdy, healthy, little dogs, able to withstand the rigors of outdoor life as well as enjoying the comfort of living indoors. |
| * | More Chocolate For The Soul Although showing dogs means we lose more frequently than we win, sometimes we become winners through osmosis or observation. Maybe if we're lucky, or if we try a little harder, we'll each experience a heartwarming story or two of our own. |
| * | The Long Woofbye My dog and I are growing old together. She's a Lhasa Apso already a year or two beyond the typical lifespan of that breed, and I'm a human being just approaching the age where I have to make lists before I leave the house, or risk forgetting to stop at the bank or the bakery. |
| * | Product Test Report: Feed-n-Store Elevated Feeder Pet Zone™ has designed an elevated feeding dish to reduce stress in dogs, and provide better digestion. It's the Healthy Care™ Dog Feeder. |
| * | Ask Dr. Whaddowedo Ask Dr. Whaddowedo is our column for information from the American Veterinary Medical Association. A Question and Answer format; everything from diet, ticks, ear infections, etc; to product recommendations. |
| * | Product Test Report, Pet Driver's License Chloe Cards sent us their Pet Driver's License™ for review. What a cool idea! And the license isn't the only incarnation; there's a laminated wallet card; an I.D. tag -- guaranteed water-resistant for two years, and available in a small or large size; a key chain enclosed in sturdy plastic; and a carrier/luggage tag with a leather strap. |
| * | Dr Deb: Canine Cataracts Cataracts are basically any opacification of the lens of the eye. This cloudiness can range from tiny punctate cataracts (similar to a piece of dirt on your glasses) to fully mature cataracts, which give the eye a whitish appearance and block vision, causing blindness. I might add that there's a common old age change in the lens called nuclear sclerosis which can give the pupil a bluish/whitish cast, but does not interfere that much with vision. |
| * | The Barking Edge of Medicine™, Platelets and bleeding problems in dogs Blood is composed of a mixture of liquids and solid particles. Platelets are one of the solid, or cellular components of blood; the others are red blood cells that carry oxygen and white blood cells that fight infection and disease. In mammals such as dogs, platelets are not truly cells, but rather specialized small cell fragments that find and attach to irregularities in the walls of blood vessels. In this manner, the platelets help form clots that seal cuts in the arteries and veins of the patient, helping veterinarians to minimize blood loss and concentrate on repairing major injuries suffered by the patient. |
| * | Revolution, a new product by Pfizer Animal Health Revolution is about radical change, and that's certainly what dog and cat owners can expect from a new product called Revolution. Pfizer Animal Health is launching Revolution this month, and it'll make your life a bit easier. That's because Revolution kills fleas with a few drops on the back of the neck. What's revolutionary about that? Well, Revolution also kills flea eggs. And heartworm. And ear mites. And the mites that cause sarcoptic mange. Plus, it's under FDA review for tick-killing claims, too. |
| * | New Dog Foods, New Product Review It's the season for new dog foods! In addition to the revamping of the Iams product line (see article in this issue), there are plenty of new choices in dog foods; we'll look at 7 brand names and review. |
| * | A Dog's Dream Meal An Open Letter To A Major Petfood Company's Research & Development Dept. Dear R&D: In the interest of dogs everywhere, the dog owners on the USENET rec.pets.dogs.misc newsgroup have pooled together our knowledge of our dogs' dietary intake, habits, and preferences in the effort of helping you create a new dog food that will be enticing to even the most finicky of dogs. |
| * | Ohhh ... Dad ... My Tummy Hurts: Foods That Help What do you do when your dog's stomach is a mess? We were faced with that situation recently, when Chops had some stomach distress. Following a couple of months on some okay-but-not-great foods, she had a nasty-looking coat, and diminishing energy levels. |
| * | Pampered Pals Treats Pampered Pals® Treats arrived in our office much to the joy of our test dogs. The treats came vacuum-sealed in 1-pound boxes -- the "only gourmet dog treats that are vacuum sealed," says their brochure. They also explain why we should buy their treats: "There are absolutely no salts, sugars, fillers, by-products or preservatives in our dog treats." |
| * | Rainbow Bridge Return The little dog arrived at the Rainbow Bridge, and a pack of dogs rushed up to greet him. He braced himself, expecting a fight, but this was the first pack that wagged their tails and kissed him instead of attacking him. |
| * | News & Comment Topics: Giardia disease prevention, A Boarder Collie, ASPCA credit cards, Internet genetics course at Cornell University's College of Agriculture & Life Science |
| * | Consumer Alert! Rimadyl Chewables Taste Too Good! There's good news and bad news in Rimadyl-land. The good news is that the pill for arthritis is now available as a flavored chewable. The bad news is that the aroma and flavor are so good that some dogs may go for an extra helping. That could be deadly. |
| * | Product Test Report: PoopsAway! Scoop and Bags If you own dogs, and you go for walks, we certainly hope you're a member of the Poop Pickup Club. It's your duty as a responsible dog owner to clean up after your dog, whether on public or private property. People long ago gave up on building a better mousetrap. But they haven't given up the search for the perfect pooper scooper. Every year, we get five or ten new products for this unglamorous task. This year the "better poop-trap" is called Poops Away!™. |
| * | How to Get a Second Opinion When you face a serious medical problem or pro-cedure, you don't hesitate to say this. But what do you do when it's your dog with the problem, and you're talking to your veterinarian? If your dog is suffering, you want help as soon as possible. But you also want to be sure that the diagnosis you have is correct, and that you're selecting the best treatment. How can you be sure, and should you be getting a second opinion for him, too? When it comes to second opinions, there are few rules. Each animal, each veterinarian, each situation is different. And the term "second opinion" includes a wide range of options. |
| * | Breed Buyers Guide: The Shiba Inu We were going through Customs at Los Angeles International Airport in July of 1995. I waited patiently for my husband to collect our luggage while I guarded our two dogs, Bandit and Guin, in their kennels. We'd just spent 18 hours flying from Okinawa, Japan to California and were exhausted and ready for a shower -- all of us. A Customs inspector strolled by, casually looked at the dogs, did a double-take, then stopped dead in his tracks. He looked at me and sternly said, "That isn't a fox, is it?" |
| * | Shopping for Shibas: Things To Ask A Breeder, Plus - Shiba Rescue A series of questions presented by Jacey Holden, President of the National Shiba Club of America. Her suggestions and insights. |
| * | Dog Treat Recall Selected batches of Uncle Sam's dog treats are being recalled because of the possibility of salmonella contamination. |
| * | Product Test: Folk art feeding fun! Katie was eager to sample the food at our new Labrador Retriever dog dining table. This fabulous table is a piece of folk art, hand-crafted by artist Michael Coffman. Since each table is custom made, you can pick the breed you want. |
| * | Book Review: A book for raw foodies: Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats: The Ultimate Diet is a great introduction to raw foods for your dogs and cats. Kymythy Schultze is considered one of the experts on raw foods. She's been a trainer, breeder, groomer, veterinary assistant and wildlife rehabilitator. She studied canine nutrition at Cornell University, and earned a certificate in Clinical Nutrition. |
| * | How the dog got his likeness taken From the "Juniata (Pennsylvania) Sentinel Republican", Oct. 7, 1874; How the Dog Got His Likeness Taken -- As the story we are about to tell may seem incredible to some of our readers, we will preface it by stating that its literal truth is vouched for by a well-known lady of Lowell, Mass., Mrs. C. A. Richardson, a sister-in-law of President (Ulysses S.) Grant's Secretary of the Treasury. |
| * | Sermons From The End Of The Leash A good dog inspires better sermons than a seminary education. Neither years of practice nor shelves filled with books can lay the foundation for sermons as solid as a preacher's dog. I should know, for I am both an old preacher and a new dog owner. My dog is such a good preacher, that I sometimes am tempted to stay home Sunday mornings and send the dog into the pulpit! |
| * | Dog-induced home renovations For those fortunate enough to have a dog, it's a good idea to consider him when you contemplate making renovations to your home. Carefully thought out changes will benefit both you and your furry friend. |
| * | Service dog at risk We've all seen them. They're heroic, dignified, selfless, and compassionate. And whether we call them Seeing-Eye dogs, guide dogs or leader dogs, we always call them Special. But have we seen them abused? |
| * | Procrastination isn't the best for your dog Terry Dorr thought her nine-year-old Cockapoo had yet another bladder infection. "He did seem to be trying really hard to pee, but I dismissed it. He'd had two bladder infections in the past five months. But we weren't warned that bladder stones could build up and block his urethra, causing uremic poisoning and death. The next day, when I brought him in to the vet, he underwent surgery to remove bladder stones. We were totally unaware of the seriousness of this condition. Everyone in the vet's office kept telling us how lucky we were that he was alive." |
| * | The Guide Dog Chronicles: My Graces It was with fear and trepidation that I returned to Guiding Eyes for the Blind for the October/November class. I was to train with my third guide dog. |
| * | Product Test Report: Sensible Choice Natural Blend Dog Food It's a little bit early to tell what's going on ... I've only been feeding Sensible Choice Natural Blend for two weeks. But I wanted to get some initial impressions into the Dog Food Issue for you. |
| * | Product Test Report:: Steve's Real Food For Dogs is really good! Steve Brown is the type of guy who always searches for the better way to do things. He liked to hike with his dog, but didn't want to hold the leash for hours. So he invented (and patented) the hands-free leash belt a decade ago. When he was training his puppy, he hated the greasy treats which stained his pockets. So he created Charlee Bear dog treats, which dogs love, and which aren't greasy. As he worked on the treats, he learned a lot about dog nutrition. Real dog food. |
| * | Photography As A Fine ARF Ever since photography was invented in 1839, proud dog parents have had pictures taken of their beloved four-legged children. |
| * | Product Test Report: Exceed Chicken and Rice Formula Adult Dog Food Being strapped for cash, I recently decided to try a less expensive dog food than the one I normally feed. I knew Sam's Club carried dog food, but I'd never even looked at the bags. I assumed it couldn't be quality food if it was being sold at a discount warehouse. |
| * | Product Test Report: Nutrience Supreme Formula Adult Dog Food I give them credit for trying. Unfortunately, Rolf C. Hagen's entry into the Super-Premium dog food market, Nutrience, just doesn't cut it. |
| * | Product Test Report: Premium Edge Adult Dog Food Premium Edge is made by Diamond Pet Foods, and it's probably the best food the company has ever done. The concept is simple: a premium pet food for less than other, comparable foods. |
| * | Book Review: Canine Nutrition -- A great new book! Lowell Ackerman is the Isaac Asimov of animal subjects. He's written books on a variety of dog breeds, dog dermatology, reptiles, cats, equine skin problems, and more. All told, he's authored 66 books and more than 150 articles. Dr. Ackerman's books are filled with solid information, and reflect the latest thinking in the areas covered. |
| * | Our Christmas Story ... Or, how this Christmas card photo came to be How this Christmas card photo came to be. Step one: Call the photographer. |
| * | Second Hand Dogs, Rescue Groups Instead of buying a new dog, get a Second-Hand Dog! They've been rescued from shelters and homes, and are looking for new homes. |
| * | All-breed leash lunging This is definitely one of the most popular sports among canine athletes. You can see them practicing hard on any morning or afternoon in communities all across the country. Uninformed spectators might think that only the larger dogs would be able to excel at what is, at first glance, a strength competition. But style points are so important that even toys can come out on top. |
| * | Product Test Report: Solid Gold Hund-n-Flocken Adult Dog Food This is probably the toughest product test report I've ever had to write. For years, we've been pressured to test Solid Gold Hund-n-Flocken. And for years, we've resisted the pressure. For good reasons, which will be revealed later in this story. |
| * | News and Comment: Pets.com, other 'dotcoms' in trouble. What does on-line mean to the pet industry? Holistic; is it a marketing term? How about dog treats and the price of dog food? Read the news! |
| * | Product Test Report: Wysong Archetype Canine/Feline Diet It's Wysong Archetype™and it's a freeze-dried raw food that's good for dogs and cats. Is it good? It's expensive and Chops finds it very tastey. Our review. |
| * | Friskies kills Dr. Ballard Pet food by Friskies |
| * | Arthritis Solution for Dogs About a decade ago, many of us Baby Boomers decided to get a dog. Now we're deep in the middle of middle age, and our dogs are reaching elderly status. That means that arthritis is setting in, and our dogs are in need of extra veterinary attention. |
| * | Avo-Active Care Chews If you're taking care of a dog with arthritis or hip dysplasia, you're probably already supplementing with glucosamine. It's something the body produces, although we produce less as we age. It's natural, and it works by supplying the building blocks of synovial fluid -- the lubricant that keeps joints flexible. |
| * | Product Test Report: Aller-Rx Products The dogs have allergies. The people have allergies. The cats have allergies. In my family, allergies are a shared experience; we're probably allergic to each other as well as things outside the house.
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| * | Taking Doggie on a business trip Elizabeth has to travel in her job, and she's decided to bring her dog, Charlie, along this time. We follow her through the day. (06m 37s) |
| * | Vespa and Nicole Go To SchoolAfter Nicole had a car accident that put her in a wheelchair, she was lucky to get Vespa as her assistance dog. Vespa helps her out at home and at school. Vespas made Nicole feel much more independent, and has become her best friend. (04m 34s) |
| * | A Day in the Life of Vet SurgeonWe follow a vet surgeon in a critical care hospital as she sees patients and performs operations. She examines a Newfoundland dog with hip dysplasia and performs knee surgery on another dog. (09m 24s) |
| * | Church Blessing AnimalsWe visit a United Church ceremony where the congregation is invited to bring their pets for blessing. The Reverend speaks of the importance of including animals and all of creation in our celebrations of life. (10m 02s |
| * | Italian Spinone Addicted to TVHumorous story about training the "addicted" dog. |
| * | Movie DogInformation about training for the media. |
| * | Avalanche Rescue DogsTraining and rescue techniques. |