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Wed Jun 11, 2008 12:51 am
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Katrina and Disaster Preparedness
If there is one thing we've learned from Katrina, it's that its not feasible to expect people to leave their animals and that people need to be prepared for disasters in their respective location.
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Fri Jan 04, 2008 8:15 pm
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| Dogs Training and Behavior |
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Socialization
If your dog is fearful or worried or anxious, or if you have a young dog or puppy, you will want to learn more about socializing and potentially participate in socialization classes prior to ever considering obedience or manners classes.
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Potty/Housetraining
Whether you just adopted a puppy or adult that needs to be housetrained or have a dog that you thought was housetrained but you are having new issues now, this is a great place to get those questions answered.
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Fri Jan 04, 2008 8:25 pm
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Undesirable Behaviors
Digging, chewing, excessive barking, car chasing, etc. What causes them? How can you address them? This is the place to ask and find out!
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Sun Jul 13, 2008 3:04 am
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The New Dog
Did you just adopt a dog? Have a puppy? Any questions about them or things you want to brag about or other questions would be great to post here!
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Fri Jul 04, 2008 12:10 am
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Dog Agility
An exceptional sport that combines the best of speed and excitement along with some really cool obstacles. Careful attention must be paid to proper training for safety reasons - otherwise it can be very hazardous. This forum is dedicated to encouraging the safety and fun that this sport has to offer.
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Mon Jul 21, 2008 6:47 pm
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Canine Athletics
From Agility to Flyball to Dock Jumping and more, dogs of every breed can participate in a plethora of canine sport. While most of these endeavors require some amount of training, many can be mastered (at least to the point of great enjoyment) in a minimal period of time! Check it out!
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Fri Jun 13, 2008 1:36 am
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Herding
The joy of Collies, Shepherds and CattleDogs among others, Herding is an organized sport with competition, events, training and lots of fun to be had. Ask about where you can learn more, how to train or assess a dog for this sport.
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Sun Apr 13, 2008 6:55 pm
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Search and Rescue
Far too serious to be considered a dog sport, but because of the extensive training aspect of the endeavor SAR suitably belongs here. From serious obedience training to agility to tracking, the SAR dog is a master of many talents, an independent thinker and a team player. No compromise can be accepted as the SAR dog must be of impeccable temperament and stability even before training commences. After all, this is not a sport of fun, it is about saving lives.
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Mon Apr 07, 2008 10:11 pm
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Pet Therapy
From assisted living facilities, eldercare facilities and pediatric wards in hospitals, dogs (and cats) have been able to add many positive elements with regular visits. Assessing a dog for this work is critical as is their training, and ongoing support. Ask questions and find out more about pet therapy programs in your area.
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Sun Apr 13, 2008 7:05 pm
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Assistance Dogs
Again, like SAR this is an endeavor that has important implications making it something other than a sport. That doesn't mean its not a labor of love to rear, assess and train a dog to assist those with vision, hearing or limited mobility. The skills of these dogs go beyond helping just those with vision challenges. Find out about all aspects of Assistance Dogs from being a puppy raiser, to adopting a dog that was deemed unsuitable to how they help in a variety of areas.
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Thu May 22, 2008 4:31 pm
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| Special Needs Dogs |
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Blind and Deaf Dogs
These challenges may occur separately or, often, together, while these dogs require an innovative and dedicated family, they are certainly excellent prospects as pets. Find out more about training, living with and helping blind and deaf dogs.
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 2:56 am
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Limited Mobility
Whether due to paralysis or amputation, arthritis or other compromising condition, limited mobility afflicts many dogs. Ask for help, find out about helpful supplements and medical care, food, weight management and other aspects of living with a dog that is so challenged.
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 2:17 am
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Other Concerns
Many dogs require ongoing medication for chronic concerns. Others may be facing life threatening illnesses or injuries that will alter how they will live and the care they will require for the rest of their lives. Talk about your concerns, air out your questions here. Your posts might help someone else.
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Sun Apr 13, 2008 9:56 pm
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The Senior Dog
We may get angry and defensive and frustrated over the idea of our wonderful canine companion aging, just as we might fight the sense that we age ourselves, but providing additional attention to the changing needs of the Senior Dog (for the Giant breeds this can be as early as 5 but for most its around 7) often adds quality and quantity to their lives.
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Fri Jun 13, 2008 1:29 am
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| Dog Care |
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Food and Supplements
From raw diet to kibble to cooking for your dog, there are many ways to responsibly provide nutrition for your dog as well as many ways to make errors leaving your dog at risk. With this in mind, this forum is a great place to discuss the merits and shortcomings of various diets as well as the nature of the diet intended for the dog and supplements that may assist.
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Fri Jan 04, 2008 9:34 pm
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Grooming
Whether you are trying to figure out some aspect of ongoing healthcare associated with skin and hair, find out if you are properly clipping nails or cleaning ears or teeth or other aspects of grooming and bathing your dog, this is the place to ask!
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Fri Jul 04, 2008 12:15 am
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Dog Food Recall
The recent concerns and implications of melamine and associated chemicals in commercial dog food is tragic due to the pain and suffering imposed on our beloved companions as well as because of the consequences it holds for all of us concerned over the future of both the human and animal food industry. Here we can post about care of afflicted animals, changes we've made in how we feed and how we came to make those choices and even how we might go about improving the quality and safety of the diet of our dogs and ourselves.
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Fri Jan 04, 2008 10:02 pm
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Holistic Care
Great spot to begin finding out about alternative veterinary care including homeopathy, naturopathy, acupuncture, herbal therapies, massage and a host of other options. Ask about differences, what approach might be best for your pet's needs and more.
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Sun Apr 13, 2008 10:16 pm
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Allopathic Care
The strength of Allopathy is in the care of acute and lifethreatening conditions. Most Holistic practioners are quick to acknowledge the benefit of treatments for serious injuries and other conditions that require immediate improvement. From surgical procedures to other various approaches, the modern dog lover is far more sophisticated, educated and savvy about their dog's health, condition and treatments than ever before. As such, this is a great resource for seeking out other experiences and informational sources on the internet and elsewhere.
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 4:19 pm
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| Rescue and Adoption |
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Finding a Dog
You know you want a dog. Perhaps you want to help address the question of overpopulation or you feel that you can have an excellent companion without paying a breeder hundreds or thousands of dollars. Regardless if you have questions about what to ask, who to ask and what you should expect, this is the place!
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Sun Apr 13, 2008 10:33 pm
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Special Concerns
If you have any worries about adopting from a shelter or rescue, this is a great place to get help with them. Worried about what to do if you bring a dog home that turns out to be a terror? What about health issues? Is anything contagious to people? Are shelter/rescues somehow damaged or lessor mentally or health wise than purebreds? There are lots of myths out there and some information that comes from information but has been exaggerated, we'll help you sort through it here.
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 4:48 pm
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Purebred Rescue
Looking to adopt a purebred? Perhaps a local rescue has what you are looking for or you may want to find out more about working with a rescue that works just with the breed you are interested in. Great place to make contacts, find out what's involved or perhaps find help for a purebred dog in need.
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 5:00 pm
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Choosing The Right Dog Related Business
Love dogs? Want a business of your own? Choices from dog trainer to kennel manager to vet tech to groomer to petsitter to dog walker and much more are worthy of careful consideration. Get help here.
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Thu May 22, 2008 5:12 pm
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The Business IS the Dogs
Regardless of the dog loving business you are in, you still have to take care of the same basics as any other business including bookkeeping, marketing, adminstration and more. Feel free to ask any questions about running your business here.. whether seeking new products or even offering products to wholesale. This is nuts and bolts for dog fancying business folks.
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Thu May 22, 2008 4:55 pm
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Fundraising
If you have ever been part of a Humane Society, Animal Welfare organization or shelter you know that funds to help pay for vet work, food, educational programs and more are always a priority. Check out this section for some great ideas offered by those in the trenches or to ask questions about projects you've tried.
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 5:12 pm
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Shelter and Rescue Organization
Looking for help with membership, publicity or fundraising ideas? Need help getting a dog pulled, fostered or transported? Wanting to start a rescue? This is a great place for shelter and rescue staff and volunteers to help one another with ideas and contacts.
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Fri Jan 04, 2008 10:29 pm
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Public Relations
It's tricky to separate PR from fundraising because the two often overlap but even so, there is alot you can do to make sure your group has a great rep in the community and that goes A LONG way toward making people freer with donations and more willing to listen to your message.
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 5:21 pm
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Spay/Neuter
Does your group have a spay/neuter program or want one? Ask questions here or tell us how yours works or how you got it started! The issue is international so don't keep all the good info secret!
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 5:48 pm
DigitalDogInTheHouse |
| Dogs in Culture |
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A Dog in Your Life
What sort of impact has a dog had on your life? Do you get out more to the park and marina or less? Is your decorating style, from carpet and leather furniture eternally changed to hardwood and washable upholstery? Discuss decorating, activities and other aspects of your dog and your life.
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Thu Jul 03, 2008 11:45 pm
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Dogs in Society
Dogs appear everywhere! They are movie stars, television stars, sections of newspapers are dedicated to dogs and many magazines. Art includes music for dogs, portraiture, folk art and much more. Read a great story, comic or see a new artist that takes your breath away? Find a website that could help other dog lovers as much as it helped you? Take the time to share your discovery with others.
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 6:14 pm
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GoodBye to Our Friends
Whether by design or luck, most of us will outlive our canine companions. While this means we can help make their last years as happy and pleasant as any other, it does also mean that we are usually left with some sadness at their parting. Whether young or old, our dogs fill our life with joy (thus the pain at their passing) and being reminded of that joy is often the best treatment for that ensuing grief. Sharing our memories and experiences here is a step on that path and the help us remember we aren't alone.
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Tue Jun 17, 2008 6:30 pm
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