I posted earlier this week about new laws being proposed (and some old laws already on the book) which would make it illegal to chain your dog outside in certain circumstances. Here’s your chance to weigh in on the issue. Are these laws a good thing? Continue reading Saturday Survey: Should it be illegal to chain a dog outside?
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Is it legal to chain your dog outside?
USA Today recently ran a story about a new law being proposed in Illinois, which would require that any dog tethered outside remain in the owner’s line of sight for the entire time the dog is tied. Other states and municipalities have laws which limit the time a dog is outside or ban the practice altogether.
Regardless of how you feel about the various laws, I think we can all agree that some dogs live a miserable life, never being allowed off of their chains, or not able to access shade or fresh water.
Do you know the law in your area? Check out this site for a listing of what’s up where.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
A new way to exercise your dog?
Englishman Paul Railton wanted to walk his dog last December, but apparently wasn’t willing to make the effort. Instead, he attached the dog’s leash to his collar, brought the other end inside his car, and simply drove at low speed along a country road while the dog trotted along beside.
He pled guilty to failure to control his vehicle and acknowledges that he was being lazy.
His punishment? a $100 fine plus court costs, three points on his license, and no more driving for six months (due to the accumulation of points on his license.)
No word on whether or not the dog was injured or enjoyed the experience.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Dog Devotions
I was in the drug store last night, picking up pain pills for a friend who had run over her own foot with her van (long story) when I came across a display of devotional books. One in particular caught my eye because it was related to dogs – of course!
Cutest Puppy Ever
No real news today – I’m worn out from watching the Westminster show. However, I did stumble across this reader-submitted picture in my local newspaper, and it was just too cute not to share.
Saturday Survey: Impact of dogs in commercials
Our Top Ten list this week was of commercials that feature dogs. Are you more likely to buy something because a dog is featured in a commercial for the product?
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Tuesday Top Ten: Dog Commercials
Have you seen the Traveler’s Insurance commercial where the dog tries to put his bone in a safety deposit box at the bank, then can’t sleep because he’s worried about it? How about the one for Denta-Stix that shows the dogs with doggie dentures? These are two of my favorites, which prompted me to do some research on commercials with doggie stars.
According to LePaws, a Hollywood talent agency that represents animal actors, one of every three television commercials features a dog.
I tried to find commercials that weren’t specifically for dog-related products, although the Denta-Stix one was too cute not to include in my top ten.
Saturday Survey: When do you play with your dog?
I recently wrote an article about activities you can do with your dog during the long, cold winter. And it got me to wondering – when’s your favorite season to play with your dog?
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Ways pets improve your health
Check out this slideshow from WebMD on how pets improve your health. We’ve always known our dogs make us feel better, but here is actual scientific proof that living with an animal can enhance your mood, lower your blood pressure and cholesterol, fight depression, and strengthen the immune system.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Sandra Bullock and her dogs
Remember the island of misfit toys from the classic Christmas movie Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer? Apparently, actress Sandra Bullock and her husband Jesse James (of West Coast Choppers and Monster Garage fame) have carried this theme to the dog world.