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NEWS
WATCH THOSE CALORIES FOR YOUR BEST FRIEND - November 2002
Study Finds Dogs Fed a Reduced-Calorie Diet Live Nearly Two Years Longer than Dogs on Unrestricted Diet
Who is the World's Worst Watchdog?
Reprinted from Dog News

BORDER COLLIE MAKES THE GUINESS BOOK - September 2002
At twenty-seven years old, is Bramble the world's oldest dog?
Maltese Reumited with Family After Two Years
Reprinted from Dog News

SUPER-SWIMMING LAB FINDS HOME - July 2002
After falling off the family yacht, Todd swins ten miles home
Australian Greyhound Has Perfect Pitch
Reprinted from Dog News

CANINES IN THE LIBRARY TO HELP KIDS - April 2002
Response to Pet Partner teams was resoundingly enthusiastic
A Mother's Day Story: Benji and Snowstar
Reprinted from Wall Street Journal and Associated Press

FOREIGN DOG BEST AT CRUFTS - March 2002
Norwegian Poodle takes top honors
Champion Repeats Iditarod Victory
Reprinted from UK Sky News and Associated Press

MEDICINE YOUR DOG WILL LOVE - February 2002
New flavors pass the 'taste' test
Remembering Buddy
Reprinted from the Detroit News and Los Angeles Times

SAY 'CHEESE'...OR...'KIBBLE' - December 2001
Ho, Ho, Ho, Pet Portraits Holiday Style
Holidays Are Going to the Dogs Too!
Reprinted from the Detroit News and Free Press

RESCUE DOGS SNIFF OUT ATTACK SITES - September 2001
Just hours after the attack on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon on Tuesday, the world'S best searchers were on the job
Guide Dog Leads Man to Safety at the World Trade Center
Reprinted from Discovery News and news from New York City

JAPANESE TOY MAKER DEVELOPS CANINE TRANSLATOR - August 2001
Device deciphers growls and puts yelps into feelings
Is There a Squeaky Toy Waiting for Rover at the Pearly Gates
Reprinted from the Detroit News and Free Press and San Diego Times

MAN KILLS DOG -- MAN GOES TO PRISON - July 2001
Sentence brings justice for Leo
Kick Up Those Paws!
News from San Jose, CA and Reprinted from The Detroit News

TUCKER GOES HOME 'FOR KEEPS' - June 2001
A special eight year old sheltie finds his very special forever family.
Soldiers and Their Brave Dogs Honored
Reprinted from WISN TheMilwaukeeChannel and The Chicago Tribune

A TRUE *SUPERSHELTIE* - April 2001
Dog Saves Girl From Attacker
Pooches Pound the Pavement
Fido Becomes Target For High Tech Gadgets
Reprinted from the Asbury Park Press, San Francisco Examiner, Salt Lake Tribune

DOGGIE DONORS NEEDED - Janurary 2001
Canine pal gives the gift of life.
Reprinted from the Community Journal, Ypsilanti, MI

ABANDONED PETS GET NEW CHANCE ON LIFE - November 2000
Animal control officers battled for hours to save Baby after she fell through ice
A philanthropist's animal-rescue foundation helps shelters develop 'no-kill' approach
Reprinted from the Baltimore Sun and Roanoke Times

SERVICE DOGS SHINE - September 2000
Man's Best Fried Indeed
At Risk Teens Train Disability Service Dogs
Reprinted from Grand Mesa and The Colorado Journal

PET LOVE KNOW NO BOUNDS - August 2000
Extraordinary measures to care for Fido have become the ordinary
Reprinted from The Cincinnati Enquirer

ANIMAL LAW - July 2000
Guardians...Not Owners
The Question of Custody - Canines in Court
Reprinted from San Francisco Tribune and Nightly News

THE "DOG" FRIENDLY SKIES - June 2000
Plane stops to rescue dog from cargo hold
"Let 'Em Eat Cake": A Doggy Wedding Tale
Big June News
Reprinted from USA Today, National Post, and Jaspaar Frangeaux Menthe

BE KIND TO ANIMALS WEEK, MAY 7 - 13 - May 2000
Big May News
NY Times and Chamonix McDuff

FRONT PAGE PETS - April 2000
Dogs OK for Chunnel Travel
Lucy the Shetland Sheepdog in Pet Passport First
San Francisco Recognized "Pet Guardians"
Better Dogs, or Bad-Tasting Postal Workers?
Reprinted from Newswire and Reuters

WHY YOUR PET SHOULD BE YOUR VALENTINE - February 2000
The Benefits of Pet Ownership
Health Benefits of Pets
Reprinted from National Institutes of Health OMAR Workshop (and comments)

COLD WEATHER SAFETY TIPS FOR PETS - January 2000
Protecting Your Dog during the Cold Weather Months
Reprinted from Pet Tips Series

HOLIDAY SAFETY TIPS FOR PETS - December 1999
Protecting Your Dog during the Holidays
Reprinted from Pet Tips Series

HERITABLE DOG DISEASES - November 1999
Reprinted from The Connected Vet

KEEPING YOUR PET SAFE ON HALLOWEEN - October 1999
Reprinted from The Humane Society of the United States Bulletin

DOGS MAKE GREAT FITNESS BUDDIES - September 1999
Reprinted from The Canine Times Newsletter
Issue No. 61, Vol.3, July 26, 1999

Archive


FEATURE
THE WEATHER OUTSIDE IS FRIGHTFUL... - November 2002
Some cold weather winter care tips for taking care of your dog...

HE'S FINALLY ALL YOURS...AND YOU ARE NOW RESPONSIBLE FOR HIS HEALTH AND HAPPINESS! - September 2002
During your puppy's first year, he will need regular veterinary care to ensure his future health...

HE'S FINALLY ALL YOURS...AND IT'S TIME TO BRING HIM HOME! - July 2002
Some tips to make sure you're prepared for your new puppy...

STRESS FREE MOVING FOR YOUR PET...ALMOST! - April 2002
Most owners worry how their cat or dog will cope with the new environment. But there are steps you can take to make the big move a stress-free event for your beloved pet.

I CAN'T BELIEVE HE ATE THE WHOLE THING! - March 2002
Be careful where you leave 'it'...and 'it' could be just about anything.

CUDDLE A CRITTER AND CALL ME IN THE MORNING - February 2002
Pet a dog. Cuddle a cat.

SANTA IS WATCHING... - December 2001
Time for your pets to be on their BEST behavior!

IS YOUR CITY 'PET HEALTHY?' - August 2001
Study names the best cities to raise your pet.

CRUISIN' DOWN THE HIGHWAY...SAFELY! - July 2001
Ears Flapping in the Breeze, Nose in the Wind...Is your Dog Safe?

SPEAK... - June 2001
What do those barks mean? To dogs, it's all just talk.

TIME TO MAKE THAT NEW ADDITION TO YOUR FAMILY? - April 2001
Some things for every future pet owner to consider

TEST *YOUR* DOG IQ... - March 2001
Test your knowledge of dog facts with this month's feature quiz.

CANINE IQ... - January 2001
Just how smart is your favorite canine? This month's feature will give you a clue.

FURRY AND FAMOUS... - November 2000
Want to know what kind of pet some of your favorite past or present names in history shared their home with?

MEMORABLE WORDS... - September 2000
Itís hard to put into words what we feel for our dog(s). Here a a few who have tried, and in our opinion, succeeded.

CANINE HOLISTIC HEALTH - August 2000
Alternative and holisitic treatments on the increase
Abridged from Animal FEATURE

CANINE COMMUNICATION??? - July 2000
It's all in the "way they wag".
Abridged from Animal FEATURE

VACATIONING WITH YOUR BEST FRIEND - May 2000
Tips for great trips with your pet
Abridged from the "Pet Tips Series"

CANINE FIRST AID - April 2000
Preparing a Well Stocked First Aid Kit
Abridged from the Denver Dispatch

IT'S ALL IN A NAME - January 2000
Trends in Naming your Pooch
Abridged from the San Francisco Examiner and the Herald Tribune

EVERYONE(PUP) 'S FAVORITE COOKIE RECIPE - December 1999
Homemade Wheat Germ/Peanut Butter, Oat Cookies

IS A SHELTIE THE RIGHT DOG FOR ME - November 1999
Editorial

Archive


FORUM
THE CONTINUING HEALTH SAGA OF OUR OWN SUPERSHELTIE - November 2002
Chamonix's latest battle is with hypothyroidism.

A QUICK GUIDE TO HEALTH SCREENING TESTS - September 2002
Here are a few of the health tests and screenings you may want to be familiar with. Be sure to check with your vet and breeder for breed specific testing.

THINK YOU'RE A POTENTIAL PUPPY OWNER? - July 2002
Take this test (it's all in fun) and see if you 'make the grade'.

IMPORTANT SPRING LAWN CARE AND PET SAFETY TIPS - April 2002
A beautiful lawn AND a healthy and safe pet can go hand-in-hand.

OBEDIENCE SCHOOL...FOR PEOPLE - March 2002
When it comes to attending dog shows...training isn't just for the pooches.

WAR DOGS...HEROES OF THE PAST - February 2002
9/11 Brought canine heroes to the forefront, but did you know....

SO...SANTA BROUGHT YOU A NEW CAMERA - December 2001
...and you really want to take pictures of that puppy you've been training.

DON'T WANT FIDO DOING TIME...? - August 2001
...be careful when you travel.

A SUPER 'SPARTAN' SHELTIE - July 2001
as told by Chamonix McDuff

SMILE PRETTY - June 2001
The first time Rod Salter performed dental work, his patient was a Staffordshire bull terrier with a niggly canine tooth.

THE BRIGHTEST OF THE BRIGHT - April 2001
Although, in our minds our very own dog is the only true mensa candidate on the planet, there is a ranking for the brightest breeds...

HAUTE DOG - March 2001
Decor Goes to the Dogs. It's easy to create a home suitable for you and your canine companion

ANNUAL EXAMS - January 2001
It's a new year...time to get in shape and keep in shape! Please take the time to be sure your canine companions are in peak health too.

TIME TO GIVE THANKS! - November 2000
Chamonix and Jaspaar share their thoughts and count their blessings...

DOG SPEAK - September 2000
It's everywhere and we do it all the time!

WHY DO THEY DO THAT??? - August 2000
Ever just wonder why?? Chamix and Jaz know....

MORE CANINE COMMUNICATION - July 2000
How does your pet communicate with you?
Chamonix and Jaspaar share their tips for "Effective Communication With Your Human".

KENNEL OR PET SITTER?? - May 2000
Need to choose the right one for your pet...Chamix and Jaz can help!

TAKE THE "AMERICAN ANIMAL HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION" PET OWNER'S SURVEY - April 2000

CHAMONIX AND JASPAAR ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS - February 2000
...WHY do they do that ??...

LETTERS...WE GET LETTERS... - January 2000
Chamonix and Jaspaar answer their Christmas letters

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS... - December 1999
Chamonix and Jaspaar write letters to Santa and sing their favorite Christmas Carols

LETTERS...WE GET LETTERS... - November 1999
Chamonix and Jaspaar talk back