Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Fashion Dog: 30 Fashionable Designs for Clothes and Accessories for Your Dog

Fashion Dog: 30 Fashionable Designs for Clothes and Accessories for Your Dog

Dog lovers will adore this gorgeous collection of coats, scarves, collars and cushions to knit, crochet and sew for their favourite pet. The book covers a range of contemporary, classic and retro styles, including a cable-stitched, roll-neck sweater, a Goth-style coat sporting a skull-and-crossbone motif on the back for dogs ‘with attitude’, a pretty pink loop-edged top for more feminine pups, and a variety of cushions, scarves, collars and pendants. All the patterns are accompanied by clear i

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Monday, August 30, 2010

How can I better train my 2 shitzu dogs?

Question by Cathy: How can I better train my 2 shitzu dogs?

I have 2 shitzu dogs and I leave them in a pen in my (heated) garage during the day. They pee and poop in the pen and also eat the poop. I leave them in crates during the night and they are fine. I hate to leave them in crates during the day while I’m at work and gone for 8 or 9 hours. Any suggestions?

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Answer by burnittodeath
Buy a book on training

Answer by Michelle
ok my dog is left in a crat during the day and he is FINE!! when im at home during the day he just sleeps anyway.. exactly what he does in his crate. dont think you’re being mean to your dog by leaving them in their crate because you’re actually protecting them and teaching them. just be sure to let them out to do their thing at least after 9 hrs or so

by the way it’s shih tzu you should know how to spell ur dogs breed ;)

Answer by stacy g
If your dogs are eating their poop they should be looked at by your vet they aremissing something in their diet. As far as leaving them in crates while your at work they get left that long at night. Just give them time to play before you put them in their crates.

Answer by Jake
Hi well the length of time that they are left is not really desirable & it would be better if you could get someone to let them out for you during the day as this way you have things right now is going to be extremely difficult to house break the dogs…

All these things should be taken into cinsideration before you actually go out & get a dog as it is far from an ideal way of keeping your dogs…they lack company & you don’t seem to have enough time to spend with them…Regards Jake

Answer by SALMON
Give them a command…when they disobey kill one…the other will fall in line immediately….Good luck!

Answer by Bonsylar
Dog proof a bathroom. They can stay in there with more room and some toys.
Get a larger pen for the garage.

Answer by k9partnership
Unsanitary conditions can lead unhealthy living conditions and lead them to eat feces. With that said, coprophagia often occurs in dogs. A clean environment, social enrichment and activity, an additive can be added to the dog food to make their feces taste bad. Ask your vet.

http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/pets/_archive/study.htm

http://www.petalia.com.au/Templates/StoryTemplate_Process.cfm?specie=Dogs&story_no=1383

How about hiring a petsitter to come by and let the dogs out and clean up and give them some activity and mental stimulation.

Dog walker?

Leaving them in crates for long hours can be seen as abuse and cruelty. You might want to re-think why you want to be a pet owner. The Humane Society of the United States and the American SPCA offer some good information on pet ownership and what is required to have a great companionship. Dogs should be a joy to own and add to your life.

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Dog-nap fears after Yorkie vanishes

Dog-nap fears after Yorkie vanishes
A distraught dog owner is pleading for help after fears her beloved 11-year-old Yorkshire terrier has been dog-napped. …

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Funkiest Pet winners announced!
Bolivar’s Funkiest Pet is … Gizmo the Yorkie! Bolivar’s second-funkiest pet is Del & Mel, the twin pugs, who belong to Crystal Bridger of Bolivar. Del & Mel win:

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Sunday, August 29, 2010

Meet Portuguese Water Dogs

Debbye Turner Bell spoke with Harry Smith about Portugese water dogs. The high energy breed is part of the working group.

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Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre Leeds Dog Detectives

Leeds Education Officer, Donna Sayce running one of her popular Dog Detective events at the Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre in Leeds. The children are given a behind-the-scenes tour of the rehoming centre and discover all about Responsible Dog Ownership, Dog Training, Grooming and Safety around Dogs. These events are run across the school holidays, if you wish to attend the next Dog Detectives, please call Donna on 0113 2814938 or email donna.sayce@dogstrust.org.uk. Did you know Donna also offers FREE workshops to primary schools across Yorkshire!!

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White Yoga Mat Excellent Yoga

White Yoga Mat Excellent Yoga

Around the world Yoga is considered a fantastic way to stay fit and healthful. And, if it has been around for centuries, only recently caught the fancy yoga American. It is a well balanced workout designed to tone and strengthen muscles while it increases flexibility. Yoga is also a fantastic way to save weight and a renewed energy and vitality. As you start involved yoga or Pilates, you also notice the need for a basic Yoga or Pilates equipment and accessories. White Yoga Mat Excellent Yoga mats help balance and coordination. Most people are not properly aligned. Accordingly, we do a lot of what we do asymmetrically. For those who want balance and a sense of symmetry a yoga mat is a must. Again, we strongly urge a rug handwoven yoga. But, for those who sorts dynamic and vigorous as Power yoga sticky mat well to consider. Yoga Straps The strap Yoga is very beneficial for beginners. They are either made from cotton or nylon and let you enter your members, you could not reach. They also help you hold the pose longer. Yoga Straps are particularly useful in bound poses when your hands do not reach the other asanas or where you need to keep both feet, but can not reach them. Yoga blocks Yoga blocks are also called yoga bricks and are useful in performing a variety of yoga postures. Yoga helps to block the execution of installation and offer many other benefits. Some of the benefits of yoga blocks are that they grant stability and support for proper alignment, they also reduce the space between the body and the ground. Cushions Yoga Cushions Yoga helps practitioners to renovate a proper alignment of the spine so that the posture is stable, straight and comfortable. Yoga cushions are also beneficial for pregnant women and people improving from surgery. With more cushions yoga poses can be performed comfortably as you sit on a chair or using a chair to keep up balance while standing. For bonus support or cushioning, cushions yoga are also used over a yoga mat or yoga chair height. yoga balls Yoga balls are a versatile accessory for many postures. Made from durable vinyl, they help to achieve balance and support de rigueur for the asanas. Yoga Balls effective way to increase your flexibility, improve range of motion and balance, and tone muscles. In addendum, they also help the body shape and relieve stress.

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Saturday, August 28, 2010

Noble the Donut Shop Dog - 1st Adoptions!

Noble’s owner told Noble to wait for him outside of a downtown LA donut shop and then he slipped out the back door. Noble waited faithfully as he was told…for four days. Now this remarkable, sweet, smart and loyal Akita/Chow is looking for a new human who will be as faithful in return. CONTACT: A Dog’s Life Rescue – 310.590.7387

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Love Is A Rescue Dog Art Print Sweatshirt, Small

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Friday, August 27, 2010

Mountainsmith K9 Cube Dog Pack, Heritage Red

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Mountainsmith K9 Cube Dog Pack, Heritage Red

  • Drop down food tray. Collapsible water bowl with PEVA waterproof liner. Collapsible food bowl with cinch cord.
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Yorkies and Possible Heath Problems

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Yorkies and Possible Heath Problems

Yorkies are great pets and are very loved by their owners, but just like all breeds, they have their special needs and health problems. Hopefully, this article will explain a few common health issues associated with Yorkie Dogs.


Being small can unfortunately cause some problems with Yorkies. They are very fragile little dogs and need to be kept out from under foot of running children and adults need to keep looking down to keep track of where these little guys are. Injury can result from being kicked or stepped on by adults just walking around the house. Also, being so tiny, things affect them more such as toxins like anti-freeze, pesticides, cleaning chemicals, and other household chemicals. They are just like a human baby in that you have to watch them closely to make sure they don’t get in to any of these harmful products.


Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, can happen when Yorkies have too much time in between eating or can also be caused by stress, depression, malnutrition, fatigue, infection, parasites or bacteria. It is important to look for the signs of Hypoglycemia when you are a Yorkie owner. If you see any of the signs of this condition you should take your dog in to the Veterinarian to be treated immediately. Signs are drowsiness, red-eyes and disorientation. Hypoglycemia can cause seizures, comas, brain damage and death in some cases.


Yorkies, like other small breeds, must be careful of Tracheal Collapse which can occur over time with the weakening of the walls of the trachea. Tracheal collapse can cause a Yorkie to whelp and cough. If you see these signs, you should take your pet to the veterinarian, as sometimes surgery can repair the trachea.


Sensitive skin is another common issue among Yorkies. Many have allergies and will scratch or bite their skin, which leads to damaging the skin surface. A Veterinarian can give you some kind of lotion for this condition.


Bladder stones are very common among Yorkies. They form in the urinary tract, and could inhibit urination and even cause death. Some signs of bladder stones in Yorkies are blood in their urine, and less frequent urinating. A simple x-ray can determine if there are any stones in your pets bladder.


Yorkies have very sensitive digestive systems which can cause them to have diarrhea and vomiting from diet changes or not eating the right kind of food. All natural foods such as Flint River Ranch products can help tremendously with this problem.


Healthy Yorkies can live up to 15 or 16 years, and that is why it is important to take good care of them. Be sure you’re Yorkie has a proper diet and taken to the Veterinarian regularly. Hope this helps you understand the Yorkie breed just a little better.

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Thursday, August 26, 2010

Dog Illnesses - Things to Look for

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Dog Illnesses – Things to Look for

For many of us, when our dogs are sick, it is often quite difficult to know whether or not dogs illnesses warrant a trip to the emergency room for a dog illness diagnosis.

In an emergency, the first thing you should know is where to take your dog. Many veterinarians offer 24 hour emergency service. Please make sure to ask your vet if this is a service offered by their clinic. If your vet does not offer this service, know where your local veterinary emergency hospital is located.

So how do you know if you are having an emergency? Most veterinarians will tell you that if the owner feels the dogs illnesses are urgent to please call the local emergency clinic and speak to a veterinary staff member. They will assess the situation and in most cases, have you bring your dog in to be examined. The following are some common emergency situations and ideas for how to manage them.

Stomach Pain

If your dog is showing signs of abdominal pain, such as tenderness to the touch, standing with his back arched, or refusing food, you should take him to the closest emergency clinic immediately for a dog illness diagnosis. Other signs of abdominal suffering can include vomiting, crying, shaking and difficulty breathing. These may be signs of Gastric Torsion. This condition can come on suddenly and in most cases affects large, deep chested dogs, but any dog can be afflicted. This condition must be treated as early as possible. There are other conditions associated with abdominal pain such as constipation, kidney or liver disease, or even a common stomach ache, but it is important to have tests done to rule out any other serious problems.

Uncontrollable Bleeding

If your dog gets a cut, you should apply direct pressure with a clean dry bandage to the wound. The bleeding should stop within ten minutes, after which time, you should make an appointment to see your vet as soon as possible. The vet can only give your dog stitches within a small opportunity of time. However, if the bleeding does not end within twenty minutes or the bleeding is from the chest, you should take your dog to the emergency clinic immediately.

Broken Bones Need X-Rays

If your dog has been in an accident where you suspect broken bones, first call your regular vet to see if you can get an appointment quickly. If not, take your dog to the emergency clinic. They will need to take x-rays to determine whether or not bones have been quickly.

Hard To Breathe

If your dog is having breathing difficulties, take him to the closest emergency clinic immediately. There are many reasons why your dog may be having breathing problems and many of them are serious.

My Dog’s Been Hit By A Car

If your dog is hit by a car, it is important to take him to the closest emergency clinic immediately. Even if he is acting normal, he may have internal injuries that need to be taken care of immediately. Wrap your dog in a cover to help prevent shock, and keep away from his mouth, as many dogs that are in distress will bite (even if they never have before).

Continuous Convulsions

If your dog has a minor convulsion or two, it is a serious problem and you should call your veterinarian at once. However, if your dog has a series of convulsions that last for more than a few minutes, you should place a blanket over your dog, keep away from his mouth and get him to the nearest emergency clinic immediately. There are several reasons why your dog could be having convulsions, including epilepsy, metabolic problems, brain tumors, and poisoning. Fits of seizures are considered to be life threatening in many occurrences.

For any dogs illnesses, if the you feel that your dog should be seen by a veterinarian, phone his office to see how soon you can get in for a dog illness diagnosis. Many veterinarians have assistants available to assess the dogs health problem situation and answer questions to help you determine the seriousness of your dogs condition. If your regular veterinarian is not available, or if you feel that it is an emergency, the best thing to do, if at all possible, is to call the emergency clinic, tell them what is going on, and that you are on the way. This helps the staff prepare for your emergency in advance so the veterinary team is ready to work on your dog when you get there. If you have further questions on what kinds of symptoms are emergency situations, please ask your veterinarian.

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Washington Humane Society Adoption Mobile

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Washington Humane Society Adoption Mobile
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WHS mobile animal adoption vehicle on Park Road NW in front of Sticky Fingers vegan bakery, at their dog adoption event. Top of Giant Grocery is visible in the background.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Dog Training - Overweight Dogs

Dog Training - Overweight Dogs

Dog Training – Overweight Dogs

An overweight dog is something many owners should be very aware of especially after the middle age of about 7 years of age (depending on dogs' size). A dogs weight can seriously put your dogs health at risk and cut their life short as well as causing a unnecessary painful ending.

Dogs tend to be able to eat as much as we choose to feed them at times and feeding your dog till he/she is full is a bad idea at the best of times. A set amount should be given to your dog each day and some notification next to your dogs bowl might help the confusion of who's fed the dog and who hasn't.

As your dog becomes older, you will need to check their weight more often as their metabolism will slow down and overeating will become out of control and a problem for your dog. Obviously dogs come in different sizes and shapes so there is not set amount of food that has to be given to your particular breed of dog and a small amount of research or a trip to the vets will be needed to see how much your dog should eat.

Determine the weight of your dog is correct by checking that your dogs' ribs can be easily felt with little pressure, and are not visibly noticeable. Your dogs' hips should be easily felt and not are surrounded by too much flesh and fat, and from looking down on your dog the body curves inwards after the rib cage slightly.

If these are all in place then your dog appears to be a healthy weight and this should be maintained throughout their life. Always ensure your dog has plenty of exercise and play time to maintain a healthy dog. If your dog becomes too thin then a vet should be contacted for advice and support as well as if your dog is very overweight.

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Third Dogs Allowed will be held Sept. 26

Third Dogs Allowed will be held Sept. 26

Third Dogs Allowed will be held Sept. 26



A listing on Page 26 of Friday’s CapeWeek magazine contained the incorrect date for Hot Diggity’s Third Dogs Allowed. The event takes place 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 26, on Mashpee Commons village green.

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New law requires health history of dogs, cats before sale



Flanked by Eddie Spaghetti and a dozen other furry, four-legged friends, Gov. Pat Quinn today signed a law aimed at protecting consumers before they buy a dog or cat that might come from a breeding mill. As of Jan. 1, pet stores, animal shelters and control facilities must disclose on the cages of dogs and cats the name and location of their breeders, as well as the animal’s medical history. The …

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Wentzville might ban sale of dogs and cats



Wentzville city leaders are considering banning the retail sale of dogs and cats.

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Does a Dog need a life jacket on a boat?

Does a Dog need a life jacket on a boat?

Question by spencer: Does a Dog need a life jacket on a boat?

Im trying to take my Mastiff out with me on my canoe.

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Answer by Kevin
Yes, that would be the safest thing to do. You never know what could happen.

Better safe than sorry.

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SAIGON – Mekong Delta

SAIGON – Mekong Delta

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Tourists getting on board to tour the Mekong Delta on a small boat. Visits include a Bee farm, village restaurant and candy & banana liquor production factory.

Monday, August 23, 2010

Our Shitzu

Our Shitzu

Our Shitzu



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This is Lily, our little Shitzu dog.

Rehoming a dog

Rehoming a dog




Wood Green Animal Centre and the good work they do with dogs.

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Dog-gone dog distractions when you=?UTF-8?B?4oCZ?=re driving

Dog-gone dog distractions when you're driving

Dog-gone dog distractions when you're driving



“More than half have pet their dog while driving, one in five allowed their dog to sit in their lap, 7 percent confess to engaging in other distracting behaviors, such as giving food and water to their dog, and 5 percent admit to playing with their dogs while driving,” AAA reported. 

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How 12 dog breeds got their names



Every dog owner knows why they gave their dog its name, but how well do you know the story behind their breed names? Let’s take a look at where a handful of common breeds found their monikers.

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Gary Bogue: Dog gets upset when husband swims in the pool



The dog gets alert when Cindy swims in the pool, but goes nuts when her husband jumps in and she wants to know why. Gary explains.

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If you are 1 month pregnant and is using the calendar method of calculation

If you are 1 month pregnant and is using the calendar method of calculation

Ovulation usually occurs around the fourteenth day or midway through the menstrual cycle, and after the egg has been fertilized by the sperm, it takes another ten to fourteen days for the newly formed embryo to implant in the uterine lining. During implantation it is quite normal for some light spotting to occur, but if bleeding is heavy or bright or dark red then a physician should be consulted, that is if the woman knows she is pregnant. Otherwise, the spotting could be seen as the start of the menstrual cycle.

During the first month of pregnancy a lot is happening. Hormones are fluctuating, and periods of being extremely happy are exchanged for times of crying for no apparent reason! No wonder the women’s partners can’t quite figure out what is going on. This may be the reason why the women may cry for no apparent reason even when presented with her favorite food. Do look out for her strange behaviors too!

In addition to crazy hormone changes, appetite may change too. At 1 month pregnant nausea may occur from time to time, especially in the morning, and foods that were once favorites may smell too pungent to eat and cause a mad dash to the nearest restroom. Other significant changes are also occurring at this time. The amniotic sack is forming as is the umbilical cord, and until this process is complete, the yolk sack protects and provides nourishment to the developing fetus.

With all these changes going on at once, being 1 month pregnant is a significant time. Some women may not even know they are 1 month pregnant, and may not even suspect until the second month or so. These women may have experienced a lighter flow during their cycle, but not suspect anything until they miss their next period completely.

A planned pregnancy is much different because these women know before they are even 1 month pregnant that they are expecting; they know as soon as their cycle is a little off because they are looking for all the little signs of pregnancy, no matter how subtle. 1 month pregnant is just the beginning for the parents in this long journey of parenthood. You may have to go through this several times. Just take care of yourself and visit your gynecologist regularly.

Sunday, August 22, 2010

Dog Years Human Years

Dog Years Human Years

Dog Years Human Years

The life expectancy of any dog is commonly expressed in terms of dog years by us and it depends entirely on the dog’s breed, size as well as the dog’s surroundings. Various other factors affect the life expectancy of a dog. A dog’s life span changes according to the diet provided to him and also by the number of medical problems the dog tends to face over the years.

The average life span of the small dog like Chihuahua is about 15 to 16 years, while medium sized the dogs like Border Collies have a life span of 10 to 13 years. It can be noticed big dogs like Great Dean live up to only 7 to 8 years. The calculation of the life expectancy of particular dog can be accurately done with the help of “size or the specific breed calculator”, which is said to be one of the most accurate age measurement schemes available. The size or specific breed calculator gives approximate results about the dog’s predictable lifespan based on the size as well as the breed of the dog.

It is generally assumed that, on an average, “one human year equals to seven dog years”. This statement may not be appropriate, since the first two years are jointly represented by 18-25 years in such schemes and because the entire ratio cannot be generalized for all the dogs though, they belong to different sizes and breeds. An exact ratio of dog years vs. human year cannot be formulated. However, some obvious features remain similar between both aging humans and dogs.

It is generally assumed that the human equivalent of a one-year dog is supposedly fully grown by both mental and physical aspects. Dogs like humans tend to develop advance muscular features as they grow along with a similar mental development. Through a major dog study, it has been estimated for dogs of all breeds and sizes that, nearly “64 percent of dogs” were euthanized because they were affected with some kind of diseases. Only 8 percent of the total dogs live beyond 15 years and nearly 16 percent of them die yearly due heart diseases and cancer. Human lives are not terminated even if they suffer from rare and incurable diseases; and this is the main reason why the lifespan of an average human being is reasonably long.

The effects of aging in dogs is said to be dormant for several years. But like humans, dogs to undergo physical changes as well. The first sign of aging in dogs is said to be the decrease in its activity levels. The sleeping period in these dogs also becomes longer. The canines experience a drastic change in their skin condition, limb usage, appetite and they experience tooth loss as well. Their sense of hearing and vision also diminishes gradually. Older dogs tend to experience stiffness in their body. All these obvious signs of aging can even be found in humans. The human years are extended only because of advance modern medicine and various other drugs that are designed to deal with symptoms of old age.

Dogs and humans may not have the same physiology, yet some obvious similarities can be noticed when both species age. Dog years and Human years may not be directly related by some advance equation, but to the naked eye the equivalence of corresponding features of Dog years and Human years are quite visible.

Now that you know dogs grow old faster than we do, learn how to care for your dogs the best you can and give them a good life. They deserve it. Learn more at: http://www.2knowabout.com/dog/how_to_care_for_a_dog_with_a_broken_leg.php

What is a Portuguese Water Dog?

What is a Portuguese Water Dog?

Meet Brio, our 6-year-old Portie

Saturday, August 21, 2010

WATCH: Dog Left in a Car: What Would You Do?

WATCH: Dog Left in a Car: What Would You Do?

WATCH: Dog Left in a Car: What Would You Do?

What would you do if you saw a dog trapped alone in a hot car? Police – Firefighter – Scotland Yard – Burglary – London Fire Brigade

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Barnidge: A police dog is the best friend an officer could want

ANTIOCH police welcomed back a hero last week, just four days after he suffered a gunshot wound while subduing a suspected burglar. He took part in a training session as if it were any other day on the job, fairly ignoring the scar on his right shoulder.

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Cincinnati Masters: Semifinal Previews

Western & Southern Financial Group Masters—Cincinnati, Ohio The dog days of summer have continued through the Cincinnati event this week. Where Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, and Novak Djokovic found it difficult to repeat their glorious charges in Toronto, and Andy Roddick and Mardy Fish used their rested form to set up a much-anticipated home country showdown. The tournament was six points away …

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what are small dog rescue website in houston?

what are small dog rescue website in houston?

Question by JumboJess: what are small dog rescue website in houston?

i’m looking for a dog, but i’d rather adopt from a rescue place than buy them. But i want a small dog, if possible baby….. i went to spca, but they were all adopted. what other place should i go?

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Clear Blue Easy Pregnancy Test for sale

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Dog Clothes and Accessories - Are They Necessary to Make Your Dog Happy?

Dog Clothes and Accessories - Are They Necessary to Make Your Dog Happy?

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