Dogster

May 2012. Page 10

You Date Me, You Date My Dog: Finding Love as a Dog Owner

Kelly Pulley 90

May 9, 2012 — Dating can make anyone vulnerable, and I'm glad my dogs have helped me sort out the losers from the keepers.
Diamond Pet Foods Recall Expanded Over Salmonella Fears -- Again

Anneli Rufus 11

May 8, 2012 — Diamond's voluntary recall of dry dog foods now includes nine brands sold in more than 20 states.
Why Dogs Lose Their Homes (It's Not for a Lack of Love)

Casey Lomonaco 10

May 8, 2012 — Many dogs are rehomed within the first year of their lives, and why not? When owners buy pets based on cuteness, they may wake to a harsh reality.

Pesky Parasites: Purging Coccidia from Puppies

Dr. Eric Barchas 0

May 8, 2012 — A reader thinks the intestinal parasite coccidia is infesting her puppy's yard. More likely it's still infesting her puppy.
Viral Video We Love: Boomer Stars in "Walk Vs. Bath"

Liz Acosta 13

May 8, 2012 — Boomer the Pit Bull has very strong feelings about going outside versus taking a bath. We hope going for a walk wins!
Fat Dog Census: Which State Has the Porkiest Pups?

Anneli Rufus 3

May 8, 2012 — Sorry, Minnesota. But don't look so smug, South Dakota. Or any other state, for that matter -- obesity rates in dogs have skyrocketed nationwide in the past five years.
The Verdict: Dogs in Court Are Awesome

Liz Acosta 7

May 8, 2012 — Maddie the therapy dog helps a young girl testify in court, proving beyond a reasonable doubt that dogs are amazing.

What a Sweetheart! Rescue Chocolate Helps Dogs in Need

Laura Hooper-Beck 1

May 8, 2012 — If the medium is the message, then Rescue Chocolate is delicious from cacao bean to ethos.
Ask GiGi: Help! My Table Manners Are Worse Than My Dog's

GiGi 1

May 7, 2012 — GiGi the Boston Terrier dispenses tough love advice to people (and pups) with relationship trouble. Caution: This is one sassy little bitch.
Undying Loyalty: Dog Keeps Watch Over Cyclist Killed in Hit-and-Run

Anneli Rufus 20

May 7, 2012 — After the accident, the loyal dog stayed by his dead owner's side until investigators arrived.