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Living alone.... It is dark. Very dark by B. A. BrownI have difficulty breathing. A heavy weight is upon my chest. Heart attack? Pneumonia? Should I panic?Experimentally, I wriggle my toes. Working. I move my fingers about.Working. No pain down left arm -- isn't that a sign of a heart attack?I cannot see anything. No perception of light or dark.>A strange fluttery feel upon my face. Maybe some

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Tails of Maggie & Katie: ar Mom has a new jok but I don think its funnee!by Maggie Brown ar Mom has a new jok but I don think its funnee!Yu no we hav ar Speshul Tym wif Mom.Wen she goz inna liddul room an sits on ar other water dish. Wy she cant piddle owtsyd lyk everybuddy elss I dunno. Its ar water dish yu no.So we goz inna liddul room wif her an she gifs us gud bak scratshes. She got nuthin

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Tails of Maggie & Katie: A Strange Occurrence by B. A. BrownHmmm...We have a bag of peanut butter flavored dog biscuits.We have a bag of beef basted dog biscuits.Katie loves the beef-basted.Maggie loves the peanut butter ones.The bags are the same size. The peanut butter ones are actually smaller than the beef ones; as they are sold by weight, one presumes that there would be a few additional

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Donate food and we'll match itThrough no fault of their own, more than four million dogs end up in shelters and breed rescue Donate PEDIGREE® Food For Dogs to the shelter of your choice and we'll match your food donation. Each 22 lb. bag is only $9.99

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Tails of Maggie & Katie: Need a couple of extra dogs? by B. A. BrownI have two I would be glad to ship to you. In a styrofoam box, with dry ice to ensure freshness.Nice and early this a.m. - before the sun was up -- I woke to the ominous sounds of a dog barfing.I turned on the light (I now know better than to just leap out of bed; Chester used to come and wake me up AFTER he had barfed,

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Here's your dog's chance to help dogs Pedigree Dog Foods will make a $1.00 donation to The PEDIGREE® Adoption Drive for every dog photo that's uploaded to the mosaic. All you need to do is upload your favourite dog photo today!

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Tails of Maggie & Katie: Educational TV? pfui by B. A. BrownThe Eukanuba Dog Show was less than educational and, if you judge by the interest evinced by the canine members of my household, incredibly boring.I made them watch. They kept nodding off.I pointed with awe at the screen: "LOOK! That dog called 911 and saved her Mom's life!"They raised their heads for a brief moment, and then dropped

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Dog Doogle Tails: The Great Pheromone Experiment by B. A. BrownMaggie has issues.She has separation anxiety. She has a morbid fear of thunderstorms (and firecrackers). She is afraid of travelling in cars.No, that is not quite right. Maggie refuses to travel in cars. Period. (and you might imagine the joys of driving from NY to Seattle with Maggie, but only if you have seen every horror movie

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Tails of Maggie & Katie: Some days, you just oughta have stood in bed by B. A. BrownSome days, you just oughta have stood in bed!It being a very nice warm day. I was inspired. Early this morning,went out, dug up weeds, carted weed stuff to pile I decided to start behind the garage. Managed about 8 x 2 foot area. Spread some flower seeds. Watered. Still have another 12 x 2 foot to go alongside the

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Some people food is bad for your dog. In fact, some human food can kill a loved pet! Here's a list to help you decide whether or not to scrape that leftover plate of human food into Fido's dish:DON'TsAvocadosBeerChocolateRaisinsGrapesNutsCandyOnionCaffeineChicken SkinMeat high in fatMeat bonesDOsLean meatVegetablesFruitBaked PotatoBreadRiceFor details on why these foods are harmful or okay, read

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We love to spoil our dogs and give them treats. But are the treats you are giving your pet killing it? See what NOT to feed your dog!

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Denver Pet Partners joins forces with the American Humane Association in order to advance their human-animal bond initiative."Our work motivates rehabilitation patients to walk again, children in special education classrooms to learn important life skills, facilitates counseling sessions in a mental health center and takes away the loneliness of residents in long-term care facilities. Our work

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What are the benefits of making sure your pet can't have puppies or kittens?* peace of mind that puppies or kittens won't be euthanized in an animal shelter. Often good homes cannot be found for abandoned puppies and kittens* don't add to overpopulation. * be kind to your community. Abandoned unwanted animals may get into trash containers, defecate in the neighborhood and bite or attack. * no

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Pets and farm animals are feeling the crunch of tightened purse strings. Animal sanctuaries are filling with animals whose owners cannot afford to feed them anymore. Read Money woes bring animals to shelter BY JOE MAHONEY, DAILY NEWS ALBANY BUREAU CHIEF You can help our 4 legged animal friends

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Author Unknown. Anyone who knows authorshipplease get in touch with us so that we may properly creditTwas the nite before Christmas when all thru the house*Not a creature was stirring not even a mouse.*The stockings were hung by the chimney with care*In hopes that St. Nick soon would be there.*The children all nestled all snug in their beds*With no thought of the dog filling their head.*And

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By KellyIf you have a dog who loves playing fetch, you must have this toy. The Chuck It has two main features - avoid touching the ball and thow the ball farther. This winning combination will tire your dogs fast and you can avoid having to pick up a wet slimey ball each time. It will be the best $12 you'll ever spend. I highly reccomend this product for owners of ball-obsessive dogs.Get Your Own

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As a child my family always owned dogs. We always lived in areas where we could have large dogs and at times, more than one. Once I graduated from college and lived on my own I soon realized that having a dog is a must. A few years ago I realized that having 2 dogs is even better - for me and the dogs.I've owned 4 Golden Receivers so far. I never owned this breed until I was an adult. I read that

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Tails of Maggie & Katie: Good Morning! GAAAAAAKKKKKKKKKKK Bathroom Time by B. A. BrownI keep the bathroom door open (unless of course I have company).I do this to protect my knees.The bathroom is small. The porcelain facility is right next to the door.If the door is closed, and one is seated, any attempt at opening the door is halted by one's knees. Any violent attempt to open the door is prone

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Goose Down Races - Doo Dah, Doo Dah Maggie has discovered The Pillow by B. A. BrownNice soft pillow, feels so good under her little head.She used to like the lower left hand corner of the bed: she could rest her chin on the windowsill and look out.Nope - now The Pillow is the best! When it is time for bed she races me to the room leaps on the bed and stakes her claim. At other times, she

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Help keep your pets safe with a free pet safety pack from the ASPCA! In the event of an emergency, our pet rescue window decal alerts rescue personnel that pets are inside your home. The safety pack also includes an ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center magnet—a great way to keep the APCC's toll-free emergency number and website address handy in case your pets get into something they shouldn’t!

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The Psycho Dog Springs Into Actionby Lorine of The Dog TeamBarley becomes frantic when put in the mudroom. It's a lovely room about 12x12 with huge low windows where she can see outside, plus two doors with windows. But she hates it. That is 'her' room where she is to sleep at night. She has a comfy bed, several mats and of course a nice full dish of fresh water. But she hates it. The first night

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by Lorine of The Dog TeamBarley doesn't know how to play. I bought her toys. She ran, terrified, the first time I put one in her bed with her. I bought her a sqeaky toy. She cowered the first time it made it noise, then began running frantically in circles.I bought a ball. Several balls. Barley sat and watched this silly display while the balls disappeared in the woods and long grass at the back

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Separation Anxiety in dogs manifests as dogs who are attached or dependent on family members in the extreme. These dogs become anxious and exhibit distress behaviours such as barking, destruction, soiling, apathy and self-injury. The greater the separation (in distance) the more anxious the dog becomes. Owners of dogs suffering from separation anxiety may notice their dog follows them from room

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Alpha, Beta... Who's in Charge? Training Barleyby Lorine of The Dog TeamWhen I leave the room Barley follows, stepping on the back of my slippers. When my husband takes her off the leash to go with him to do farm chores, or have a run, she refuses to leave the back deck by my office door. The only way to make her go with him is to leash her and she spends the whole time frantically lunging back

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After car crash, disabled man wants dog backBy Linda GoldstonMercury NewsA Los Gatos man is offering $5,000 for the return of his assistance dog, Quinn.The dog, a 15-month-old golden retriever, darted off after Richard Gambord was involved in a one-car crash Sunday at the Interstate 280/880 freeway interchange in San Jose.Quinn should be easy to spot. When he was last seen, he was wearing a

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by Lorine of The Dog TeamIt's been over 5 years since my old dog Suki had to be put down. Suki was a Benji lookalike, very sweet but terrified of everything. We got her from a shelter when she was about one year old. In her past home she'd suffered physical abuse and any sudden movement or noise terrified her. She was a great dog but after she died I wasn't ready for another one. Until now. In

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by B. A. BrownDirectly behind my yard lives Vicky - a nice little b & w dog. ABout the size of a pug, maybe a tad larger - but not with the pushed-in face. Very cute.Katie & Maggie love to go out (when called by Vicky - "Vicky needs our help NOW!") and run along the fence line, back and forth, barking like idiots.This goes on until Vicky gets tired, and goes to sit on her patio.Vicky is very

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Fleas are the most common parasite affecting dogs. They are almost impossible to see. Fleas love warm humid conditions and are attracted to pets by their body heat. Once your pet has been infected, fleas can spread anywhere your dog goes, including your home!Contine reading about fleas and how to protect your puppy or dog

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by B. A. BrownKatie is sprawled across the bed; I am at the computer. Maggie is quietsomewhere.I hear toenail clicks. Adagio. They pass from the living room into thespare bedroom and back. SilenceAgain, toenail clicks. Moderato. From living room to spare room andback. SilenceSilence is brief. Toe nail clicks, allegro. Living room, spare room andback.OK. Now I am getting interested. I get up,

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Insidetoronto.com readers are invited to win one of two copies of Firehouse Dog.The movie is about Rex, Hollywood's hottest canine action hero, who finds himself lost and alone in an unfamiliar city after an aerial movie stunt goes wrong.To enter the Firehouse Dog contest, people must send in their names,complete addresses, daytime telephone numbers and the answer to this skill-testing question:

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by B. A. BrownI was chuckling merrily over my own little cleverness.I then realized that I was talking to Katie, making a joke.And obviously expected her to understand and join in the mirth.I was opening a new bag of kibble. 40 pounds, Costco's best Lamb & Ricemeal. I used a scissors because those damned easy-open string thingsnever work for me.Katie kept sticking her snout in where I was about

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by B. A. Brown published with permission on DogDoogleMaggie is on a diet. A strict one. Has been for two months.She has not lost an ounce.Katie weighs 122 pounds, Maggie weighs 94 and should be 80 pounds. Vet says Katie is lovely. Big and lovely and sleek. No diet required.Yes, they are sisters. Both black with tan points. And the similarity ends there. Different coats, different body structures

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National Night Out is on August 7, 2007McGruff the Crime Dog, icon of the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC), appears at more than 300 National Night Out events this month.Visit McGruff's Blog!

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Author: B.A. Brown, published on DogDoogle with permissionIntroducing Maggie & Katie.......Maggie :7 years old, born in New York of mixed working class parentage; lives with her sister Katie and her human mom on the West Coast. A tad overweight at 92 pounds (not her fault, she has to eat what is put before her); uneducated - missed school due to family moves; older than Katie by several moments

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Dogs with the disorder separation anxiety exhibit panic and anxious behaviour when separated from their owner(s). They may engage in destructive behaviours such as chewing and digging, soiling, excessiv barking, salivating, panting, drooling and pacing. Dogs suffering from separation anxiety may also suffer confinement anxiety so be cautious in the use of crates.Read more on separation anxiety

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I just bought the Ride 'n Walk Car & Walking Harness for my Australian Shepherd. I was pretty excited about getting it, as Barley is 5 years old and was rescued from a shelter just a few months ago.She doesn't sit still in the car, anxiously pacing and jumping from seat to seat while we're driving. So I thought the Car Harness would be the perfect solution.Sadly it isn't. Yes it restrains her.

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