Lawsuit Sparks Debate Among Vets Over Nation’s Largest Veterinary Chain
Banfield, the Pet Hospital (formerly known as VetSmart–most of the chain’s offices are located in PetSmart stores) is the largest chain of veterinary hospitals in…
Day: July 16, 2010
The Best Small Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
The birth of the alleged hypo-allergenic cat in 2006 caused much controversy in the pet world. There was little to no proof that this new type of cat did not cause an allergic reaction in humans. Some owners claimed it worked but many said it was a…
The Best Small Dog Breeds for City Living
People often equate urban living with small dogs. It makes sense in the concern of space – a Yorkie will take up far less room than a Dobie. A small dog means littler steps, shorter distances, and with some breeds, less fur in your tiny apartment and…
One Cool and Happy Dog!
It’s a dog’s life for 3 1/2-year-old yellow Lab, Kate. Look at her face; that is one happy dog! Her person, Warren Cohen, saw our…
Gaylord, He Looks Kind of Crazy, Looks Kind of Lazy…
How did the people at Ideal Toys come up with this name anyway? And that song! So what if his bone looks like a bad…
The Influence of Positive Punishment on My Adoption Decision
Not everyone I know agrees with my decision to get a puppy from a responsible Saint Bernard breeder. Many think my decision is unethical and…
The Search Continues…
I’ve recently (finally) come across some exciting prospects in my search for what I deem to be a responsible breeder of Saint Bernards. It may…
Roy Rogers’ Dog, Bullet, Auctioned for $35k
After 40 years in a stuffy museum with his favorite equine at his side, it’s happy trails for Bullet the Wonder Dog, the faithful friend…