Blog Profile / Nose to the Ground
| URL : | http://www.fetchdog.com/blogs/nosetotheground | |
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| Filed Under: | Pets & Animals / Dogs | |
| Posts on Regator: | 290 | |
| Posts / Week: | 1.2 | |
| Archived Since: | August 15, 2008 | |
Blog Post Archive
In China, dog owners give their pets exotic dye jobs
Spotted in China: A gentle Golden retriever sporting stripes so he resembles a tiger. It's not a Halloween getup - it's a new fad that has dog owners getting professional dye jobs for their pets, to make them resemble exotic wild animals. It's a trend that also has small dogs getting their...
City banning retail pet sales sees increase in shelter-dog adoptions
In a move intended to put high-volume dog breeders, a.k.a. puppy mills, out of business and increase shelter-dog adoption, more American cities are mobilizing to ban retail pet sales.Shelters in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where sales of companion animals were banned in 2006, report that animal...
ASPCA reaction to Inspector General's audit of puppy mills that mistreat dogs
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has issued a statement that it was "horrified and saddened" to read the Office of the Inspector General's audit detailing the U.S. Department of Agriculture's lax and ineffective enforcement of the Animal Welfare Act...
World-renowned Dog Whisperer teams up with Swiffer to raise awareness of dog adoption
Too often, people don't adopt pets because they worry that keeping animals means having a messy home. That's a myth, however - many of the most stylish, beautiful homes featured in glossy shelter magazines have at least one dog in residence! So, how do they do it? Keeping a home "up to...
NYC's political animals show support for dogs tonight and Saturday
In New York City, animal-loving Assemblymember Linda B. Rosenthal led the charge to designate May as "Be Kind to Animals Month." To celebrate, Rosenthal invited students of the city's schools to participate in an "Animals in their Habitat" poster contest - and of course, that...
Dog lovers grooming pets "fur" a good cause
"Why should a million pounds of absorbent, natural, renewable fiber go to waste every day?" asks A Matter of Trust. The San Francisco-based non-profit organization is raising awareness of an easy way for dog lovers to contribute toward stopping the spread of the Gulf oil spill: donating...
In Los Angeles, owners of barking dogs face $100 fine
The Los Angeles City Council gave pet owners financial incentive to encourage good behavior in dogs, voting unanimously to begin issuing $100 citations to habitual offenders who violate barking and leash laws. The ordinance is designed to discourage pet owners from allowing dogs to "make...
Shelter dogs make their debut tomorrow on U.S. Postal Service "Animal Rescue" stamp
Shelter dogs make their debut tomorrow on U.S. Postal Service "Animal Rescue" stamp Tomorrow is the official dedication of the U.S. Postal Service 2010 social awareness stamp, Animal Rescue: Adopt a Shelter Pet. The 44-cent stamps, which go on sale tomorrow, have been eagerly...
Dog advocates shocked and saddened by Supreme Court decision
Tuesday's U.S. Supreme Court decision to invalidate federal law that prohibited videos, photographs, and other depictions of acts of cruelty to animals for commercial gain has shocked and saddened dog lovers around the country, especially those who advocate for pit bulls. The law, the...
Celebrate surviving tax deadline day by donating money to dog rescue
Fetchdog has a modest proposal: Why not celebrate the completion of your tax return by making a donation to a non-profit organization that rescues dogs? It's a great way to lift your spirits - and you'll have a charitable donation to write off next year's taxes. Do be careful about where you...
In Washington, rescued dog rescues his rescue
A rescued dog named Victor repaid the efforts of his benefactors by foiling an attempted carjacking. Amber Melena of Kirkland, Washington, stopped at the store to shop for groceries; as she prepared to fasten her seatbelt, a strange man opened her car door. Fortunately, Melena had brought...
Mixed-breed dogs to make history in AKC agility competition
Over 450 of the top agility dogs in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut will convene in Freehold, NJ tomorrow, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday for a historic event: the first time that the American Kennel Club (AKC) will welcome mixed-breed dogs for a chance to become the first mutt in history to...
Come to a fun fundraiser tomorrow night for New York City's homeless dogs
Animal Care and Control of New York City, the largest pet rescue and adoption agency in the North East and one of FetchDog's favorite charities, is having a fabulous "Spring Fling" fundraiser tomorrow, Thursday evening from 6 to 10 p.m. The occasion is an exhibition of dog portraits...
Brave K9 winner of "Valor Dog of the Year" unleashed
Earlier this week, The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation's largest animal protection organization, announced that Kenai, a Bernese Mountain dog mix from Erie, Colorado, is the Valor Dog of the Year, for exhibiting an extraordinary sense of courage or resolve by...
Westminster's "Top Dog" is a Scottie named Sadie
Her full champion title Ch. Roundtown Mercedes of Maryscot, but the world is now on a first-name basis with Sadie the Scottish terrier since she took the "Best in Show" prize at this week's Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Perhaps even more endearing than her bushy eyebrows,...
Valentine's Day tips to warm your dog - body, heart, and soul
With temperatures dipping below the the freezing point, dogs feel the brrr, but winterizing them involves more than just putting on a sweater - especially for dogs who hate wearing clothes. While out walking, steer Spot away from bright-green puddles; this is antifreeze runoff from a parked...
Dog-friendly bank promotes shelter-pet adoption in NYC
TD Bank, one of the 15 largest commercial banks in the United States, is renowned for its dog-friendly atmosphere. Bank branches even offer dog biscuits and dog bowls of drinking water to canine customers. Yesterday, putting its money where its (ahem) muzzle is, the bank teamed with the Mayor's...
Unleash Brooklyn Hosts Poker Night Fundraiser for Dog Rescue Efforts
Unleash Brooklyn Hosts Poker Night Fundraiser for Dog Rescue Efforts Unleash Brooklyn is one of the country's most impressive dog boarding facilities. At this clean, cozy, cage-free establishment, the owners shudder at what they call the "K-word" (for kennel), so dogs stay in swank...
Los Angeles Fire Department ignites debate by rescuing dog from river
Los Angeles Fire Department ignites debate by rescuing dog from river Last Friday's rescue of a German Shepherd trapped in the Los Angeles river has sparked lively debate. Local television stations broadcast the dramatic events live as a team of firefighters and swift-rescue personnel...
World animal organizations mobilizing to assist Haiti's dogs and other animals
In the aftermath of Haiti's devastating earthquake, awareness is building that people are not the only ones suffering; the animals of Haiti - companion animals, stray dogs, wildlife, zoo animals, and livestock - desperately need help and compassion too. The Animal Relief Coalition for Haiti...