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Monthly Archives: February 2010

“Mean trick” leads to happy ending for German shepherd puppy

Thanks to a microchip, a German shepherd puppy missing for 2 months was reunited with his owners – 600 miles away.

A Virginia couple has been reunited with their German shepherd, which was found hundreds of miles from home in Florida. Pamela Holt, of Stuart, Va., says she thought DeLand Animal Control Officer Gary Thomas was playing a “mean trick” when he called to say he found 18-month old Deacon. The dog had been missing since December. The Holts thought their dog had died.

To read more, click here.

Dog saves cat’s life

A seriously injured cat was saved by a persistent dog in Florida.  Toby, a Schnauzer, led his owner into a wooded area where the cat was discovered.

“When the owners finally followed Toby, they discovered a cat completely infested with maggots. The infestation was so bad that the cat’s face was nearly eaten off, but the feline was still alive. 

The cat was brought to Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary and Hospital for treatment.”

To read more, click here.   Warning: graphic images.

Why do sled dogs run?

From Verlyn Klinkenborg’s Feb. 14, 2010 NYTimes editorial:

At 10 degrees, the Minnesota air is just cold enough for the dogs with heavier coats, like the left wheel-dog, who dips his snout in the snow more often than the dogs ahead of him. I am seated in the basket of the sled, as stiff as a quartered moose. Behind me, riding the runner, is the musher, Kelly Murphy. We slow now and then to let the teams behind us stay close, and when we do, the dogs — seven of them, right and left of the gangline hooked to their harnesses — look impatiently at us, haunches quivering, ready to pull and pull again.

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A smile anyone could love

Pucker Up!

Here is some puppy love for you. We all know there’s no shortage of Valentine’s kisses when you  have a special pet in your life. Today The Daily Puppy features Echo, the Husky Mix puppy, who has a smile as sweet as sunshine.

How about a pooch smooch?

View more pictures of Echo here.

Pucker Up!

Pucker Up!

Newsflash: Huskies Like Snow!

The Mid-Atlantic Region has been dumped with record-breaking amount of snow this year.  While the foolish humans are stocking up on essentials and digging out cars, the Huskies are celebrating.  Maggie (Pet Harbor alum formerly named Cheyenne) is a five-year-old couch potato with arthritis, but she runs and bounds through the Baltimore snow like a puppy.  Enjoy it while it lasts Huskies!

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Guardian Angels for Soldiers’ Pets

It can be difficult for military servicemen and women to find care for their furry friends when they are deployed overseas, sent for training or maybe just experiencing financial hardship.  In many cases, these pets end up being abandoned or dropped at local shelters.  In order to assist soldiers who face this challenge, Guardian Angels for Soldiers’ Pets was created.  Founded in January 2005, this non-profit organization will provide foster homes to military pets and ensure that they are reunited with their owners following a deployment or unforeseen emergency.

To learn more about this organization and the services offered, click here.

The Siberian Husky – Breed Info and History

The Siberian Husky is a medium-sized working dog.  Part of the Spitz family, they are quick and light on their feet.

This is the speed demon of the sled dog world. This working animal of the Chukchi people of northeast Siberia caused a sensation when it was introduced to Alaska for the All Alaska Sweepstakes in 1909. They revolutionized racing, as nothing finished even close to them. Today the racing sled dogs of Alaska owe much to their Siberian Husky blood. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1903. Very popular as a companion animal.

To watch video about the history of this breed, and to get breed-related information, click here.

February is Pet Dental Heath Month

When was the last time you went to the dentist for a teeth cleaning?  Now think about the last time your little furry friend had his teeth cleaned…  Did you know that his bad breath could be a sign of something serious, like gum disease?

According to the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC), periodontal disease is the most common clinical condition in companion animals, and 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats have the disease by age 3.

To combat and prevent dental problems for your pet, start by scheduling your pet’s annual dental exam at your veterinarian.

You can also care for your pet’s teeth by brushing them regularly, managing your pet’s diet and giving him dental-friendly toys and treats.

To read the entire article, click here.