Something else to think about besides high gas prices when you plan your vacation this summer: how can you protect your pet while you’re on the road?
Life with Jake III
Those of you who are faithful readers will remember my friend Wendy’s dog Jake, who is taking her through the trials and tribulations of puppyhood. This time, Jake actually embarrased himself!
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Dixie can see!
Dixie. Picture courtesy of Iowa State University
Vets at Iowa State University have performed the first canine corneal transplant in the United States.
Ah…Ah…Ah…CHOO!
The European Respiratory Journal has published a study by German researchers that states having a dog in the home during your child’s infancy is actually healthy! It appears to be protective against future allergic reactions such as asthma, eczema, and hay fever.
Poisonous Plants
We’ve all heard that you shouldn’t let your dog chew on your poinsettia because it will kill him. But, is that really true? According to the ASPCA’s website, you should be more worried about the following plants:
Lilies
Marijuana
Sago Palm
Tulip/Narcissus bulbs
Azalea/Rhododendron
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Do They Get to See Pluto and Goofy, Too?
Walt Disney World is said to be in the design stages of a luxury pet resort. The resort will welcome four-legged family members of resort guests as well as employees.
Suites will include television sets and raised beds, because God-forbid your pet should sleep on the floor. Animals will be treated to play groups, nature walks, ice cream treats, and even bedtime stories. Maybe they’ll read my favorite children’s book, “The Pokey Little Puppy”.
Crazy Law Still on the Books
When Boulder, Colorado, officials enacted a law in 1953 to stop people from coloring chicks and bunnies for Easter, we’re not sure they intended this consequence…
Wonder If He Had To Pay Full Fare?
A border collie named Hike took a 20-mile bus ride before being reunited with his owner.
More Life with Jake
My friend Wendy’s dog, Jake, has a habit of taking something outside with him. At first, it was just dog toys. Then, he started grabbing shoes on his way out the door.
Soon, he began grabbing things from the living room – the TV remote control, throw pillows from the couch, and blankets. The last straw was when he laid claim to Wendy’s bra out of the laundry basket. The neighborhood really got a free show that time!
We’ve Heard of Cat Naps, but…
Grandma had a dachshund named Gretchen. One day, she couldn’t find the little weiner dog. After looking high and low (mostly low), she decided the dog must have run away. Grandma was so upset, she needed to lay down.
I helped her into her bed, but when she lay her head down, the pillow began to move! Gretchen had crawled inside the pillowcase for her afternoon nap!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!