From the AKC:Today, we are delighted to tell you that AKC can now act even more broadly and effectively as the dog's champion. Our Board of Directors has voted unanimously to proceed with a program for mixed breed dogs.Soooooooounds good, but I always like to know the details. AKC provides a pdf of the mixed … Continue reading AKC Throws a Crumb to Mutts
Breed Bias in Home Insurance
Dear Jack Russell Terriers, Chihuahuas, Dachshunds, Labs, Goldens and friends, Welcome aboard the breed discrimination bus! Insurance companies are in the business of making money. One of the ways they do that is by minimizing their risks in writing a policy. Some insurance companies consider how likely the homeowner might be to file a claim … Continue reading Breed Bias in Home Insurance
HSUS on Bobama
From time.com:The Humane Society's Pacelle acknowledged that the Obamas never flat-out promised to get a dog from a pound or rescue group.Admitting a fact as truth FTW - yay!And the society has kind words for Obama on its Web site: "Thanks, Mr. President, for giving a second-chance dog a forever home," it says."He's in a … Continue reading HSUS on Bobama
Treats on the Internets
Nathan Winograd speaks his mind, as always, on HSUS and moreKC Dog Blog's current post on puppy mills led me to an older post offering ideas on how commercial breeders can be regulated. Interesting discussion.Patricia McConnell on reading canine body language at the dog parkMarion Nestle pokes at pig studyObama Dog Mania:Interview with Obama pup … Continue reading Treats on the Internets
Obama Dog – Say What?
In the flurry of reporting surrounding the arrival of a new dog for the Obama family, I have come across multiple references to a shelter donation being made by the Obamas. Exactly where the donation is going is a bit puzzling.Lynn Sweet is reporting it's "a Humane Society".Dogtime says it's "the Humane Society" (with link … Continue reading Obama Dog – Say What?
Name That Animal
Randi – I Love Her!
Randi with one of the Beagle's toys. Forwhatever reason, the big dogs seem to covetthe little dogs' toys. They snatch them anychance they get.
Happy Easter!
Kids and bunnies are not necessarily a good match - As withall pets, do your research in advance and select a pet that willbe a good match for your family's lifestyle and energy.
Spartanburg Humane Society and New HSUS Policy
When I read the Best Friends announcement on the new HSUS bust dog policy, I noticed a listing at the end naming the "major stakeholders" invited to the HSUS meeting:Participants at the meeting included Best Friends Animal Society, The Humane Society of the United States, BAD RAP, ASPCA, National Animal Control Association, Maddie’s Fund, Nevada … Continue reading Spartanburg Humane Society and New HSUS Policy
New HSUS Policy: Getting to Know You
My initial impression of the new HSUS policy on bust dogs is positive BUT (everyone I know has a big BUT), it's in my nature to ask questions. Lots of questions.1. If this is in fact the new HSUS policy, why is Best Friends announcing it? Why does the HSUS website still say, for example:Dogs … Continue reading New HSUS Policy: Getting to Know You
