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Backyard Breeders

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 21:21:10 GMT

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clipper's remarks: Interesting information on backyard breeders.

BACKYARD BREEDERS

Do you know what a backyard breeder is? A backyard breeder is anyone who purposely breeds or allows their pet to breed and produce litters of puppies to sell for profit. Ask any animal rescue organization and they will tell you that backyard breeders are one of the largest, if not the largest group of irresponsible, careless people contributing to the overwhelming number of abandoned, homeless, neglected, abused and unwanted pets.

WHAT IS THE BIG DEAL?

In the United States, there are an estimated 6 – 8 million homeless or unwanted dogs entering shelters and rescues. There are already many more pets than available homes.

Every litter produced by a backyard breeder adds to this number. While the many rescue workers are active in rescue because they love and have compassion for these animals, I don’t know of any who would not be glad to be put out of work because there were no more homeless animals to place.

Tags: backyard breeder, backyard breeders, breeding dogs, buying dogs, dog breeder, dog breeding, puppy mill, puppy mills

Puppy Mills - The Exploitation of Man's Best Friende

Wed, 28 May 2008 22:32:20 GMT

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clipper's remarks: This is really disturbing. Think of a puppy factory while there are a lot of homeless dogs out there.

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PUPPY MILLS – THE EXPLOITATION OF MAN’S BEST FRIEND

First of all, let’s start by saying that not all breeding kennels are puppy mills . There are many responsible breeders out there who take great care in the breeding of their puppies and dogs. These people are not the target of this article. The intention of this article is to help inform the general public about the horrors of puppy mills and to urge people to educate themselves before deciding where to buy a puppy.

What is a puppy mill? A puppy mill is basically a business that mass-produces puppies to sell over the internet, at auctions, flea markets, or to pet stores, brokers, etc. The main objective of a puppy mill is to make money. For this reason, there is little care or concern for the animals involved.

Tags: buying a puppy, mixed breed dogs, pet stores, puppies, puppy mill breeder, puppy mills, reputable breeder

The Best Choice For Your Pet’s Food

Fri, 23 May 2008 21:39:00 GMT

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clipper's remarks: Interesting and fun facts about pet food.

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The Best Choice For Your Pet’s Food

For many pet owners, their dog is like one of the family. They love their dog deeply and want only the best for them. Maintaining your dog’s health ensures he will have a long and happy life with you, and a crucial part of this is feeding your dog the right food. Holistic dog food is one of the best choices you can make for your pet.

Other types of dog food may have additives which can be harmful for your pet, but holistic dog food, especially natural organic dog food, mimics the natural diet your dog would eat in the wild. By mimicking its natural diet you are helping your dog to live a more natural and healthier life.

A big advantage of feeding your pet holistic dog food is that it is likely to improve your dog’s immune system, making it healthier. While the meat in commercial food may have antibiotics in it, organic dog food does not, which keeps your dog’s immune system strong, and ready to fight off any infection.

Tags: homemade dog food recipe, wellness dog food, organic dog food, dog food allergies, dog food nutrition

In Memory of A Stray

Mon, 12 May 2008 23:46:37 GMT

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clipper's remarks: A page written for dog lovers.

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In Memory of A Stray

One of the most heartbreaking things a rescuer comes across is a dog that you are too late to save. I met one such dog two days after my beloved Gonzo died in my arms. Still grieving for my dog, I happened upon a starving, sick shepherd mix in the middle of the road. I had seen him several times and knew that he didn’t have a home. I could tell he had been hit at least once recently as his neck was covered with dried blood. He had fear in his eyes and his body was tired and full of pain. He would just lay in the middle of the road when a car would come, looking like he hoped to be run over for the final time.

Tags: dog food recipes, dog food recipe, homemade dog food recipes, home made dog food, free dog food recipes, natural organic dog food

Dog Training & Health Tips

Fri, 09 May 2008 23:02:59 GMT

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clipper's remarks: Helpful tips on how dog health and dog training.

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Because my wife goes nuts (ok…maybe just moderately crazy) whenever we see a stray dog on the side of the road or someone calls and tells her they have a puppy or dog that needs help, I end up with
another mouth to feed. Now please don’t take this the wrong way,
I love my wife and I certainly like the dogs that show up but some
of them aren’t always the best behaved.

As I sat down to write this review of SitStayFetch I started thinking about how I got to the point that I needed a book on how to train dogs. It all started when I got married, now you see I like dogs well almost all animals actually but my wife is a dog fanatic. She absolutely loves dogs, her brother once said she’s step over a dieing person to pet a dog. Though that’s not entirely true it’s pretty close. For those of you that are dog (or pet) lovers I’m sure you understand.

Dog Training & Health Tips

Tags: dog food recipes, dog food recipe, homemade dog food, homemade dog food recipe, wellness dog food, dog training

The Pooch Place: Pet Food Safety

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:56:21 GMT

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clipper's remarks: Helpful information on dog food and more!

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The Pooch Place: Pet Food Safety

The Truth About Dog Food

"The Food Your Feeding Your Dog May Actually Be Killing Him"

Thats a shame isn’t it, that the commercial dog food you’re feeding yor dog may actually be poison. Most of the pets foods claim to have all the nutrients your dog will ever need. The reality is most do not. Add to the fact that most are filled with "meat by-products", you know, the non-rendered, other than meat, derived from slaughtered mammals. It includes, but is not limited to, lungs, spleen, kidneys, brain, livers, blood, bone, partially defatted low temperature fatty tissue, and stomachs and intestines freed of their contents. Here is what that don’t tell you "it might also contain parts from sick or dying animals".

Tags: homemade dog food recipe, wellness dog food, organic dog food, dog food allergies, dog food nutrition

Goldie On Heartworms

Tue, 06 May 2008 22:18:50 GMT

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clipper's remarks: On dog health and heartworms

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Goldie On Heartworms

Hi everyone. Goldie here. I’m on a mission to tell every dog owner and future dog owner about the evils of heartworms. This is something I know first hand, and I don’t want any other dog to have to go through what I went through.

Unfortunately, Heartworm Disease is not something us pups can protect ourselves against. It is, however, something our humans can protect us from. Here’s a little background on the evil heartworm:

Now, I’m no veterinarian, but I’ve learned a few things from my vet and from my mom, who has done a lot of reading on this subject. Heartworms are transmitted to us dogs by mosquitoes carrying heartworm larvae. The mosquito gets the larvae from biting an infected dog, so as you see, it’s a vicious cycle.

Tags: dog health, heartworms