Are you voting in Massachusetts next week? If so, be sure to read Question 3 carefully. If the majority vote Yes on Question 3, greyhound racing would be phased out in the state by 2010.
Continue reading Massachusetts Question 3: Banning Dog Racing
Two stories appeared on the same day recently, showing the overwhelming connection many people share with their dogs. Sadly, both of these events resulted in fatalities.
I’ve posted a couple of times this month about dogs in Halloween costumes. Many of you thought the whole idea was just stupid, but when a friend sent me these pictures today, I just had to share them. Keep in mind the title of this post is why dogs hate Halloween. (The last three are my favorite!)
This week’s top ten topic: Top Ten Dog Songs. I’ve tried to hit many genres here, but I’m sure I’ve missed some. The order in which I’ve ranked them probably has more to do with my personal tastes than with anything about musical skill, but many of these are classics. Do you have a favorite song about your best friend? Send us a comment below and let us know!
Two totally unrelated dog stories in the news today caught my eye. First, from Boston’s Logan International Airport: Choochy the poodle. Second, from Riviera Beach, FL, a swarm of bees killed three dogs and injured another.
Have you visited PetLifeRadio.com yet? It is a collection of podcasts about all kinds of animals, as well as some blogs you may be interested in. You can directly stream or download the ‘casts, or you can pick them up for free on iTunes. A few recent topics include making sure all the animals in your managerie get along with each other and having fun while training your dog.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
MSNBC.com is running a travel story about where you can go to catch up on your dog’s ancestry. The article provides tips on going to Boston to check out the Boston Terrier, Rollinsford, NH for the Cocker Spaniel, and the Mediterranean coast of France for the Bichon Frise (sign me up!!).
Just like you, your dog can get many benefits from exercising regularly. A daily walk or romp at the dog park helps with obesity, stress, blood pressure, and many other ailments. So, how much exercise does your dog need each day?
Last week, we presented the list of top boy dog names, as reflected in the names registered with the American Kennel Club. This week (being an equal opportunity blog), we present the list of top girl dog names.
Read this blog from Washington Post blogger Jim Hoagland when you need a good cry. (Fixed the link 10/21 @ 3:00 pm ET – sorry!)