The $6000 Dog and a Cash-Free Toll – New York Times (blog)

The $6000 Dog and a Cash-Free Toll New York Times (blog) How about the Six Thousand Dollar Dog? That's how much the Metropolitan Transportation Authority pays for each of its elite, highly trained, drug-sniffing, … and more »

Economy, rain dog annual canine contest – San Diego Union Tribune

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Economy, rain dog annual canine contest San Diego Union Tribune Colin and his dog placed second in the competition. Golden retrievers were being prepared for competition at the Silver Bay Kennel Club Dog Show yesterday … Detroit Kennel Club seeks votes in drive to name a state poochDetroit Free Press Dogs Strut Their Stuff at a Local Dog ShowWCTV Small breeds big stars in dog showsChicago Sun-Times Monroe Evening News -ABC7Chicago.com -Animal Friends Pet Insurance all 51 news articles »

International voice artist Adam Behr to play villanous lead role in – PRLog (free press release)
Adam has a Graduate degree in Dramatic Arts from the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, and years of training from Hollywood’s top voice coaching companies, such as Braintracksaudio. His “Global”, or “Mid-Atlantic” sound is

Career-wise, Barbie more than inspires – Honolulu Advertiser
In 1959, Mattel’s Barbie doll launched her first career as a fashion model. Now she’s 60, maybe 61, and on to careers No. 125 and 126, adding computer engineer and news anchor to the nine other careers she has planned for 2010. When I first noticed

Four ways to enjoy a snowstorm – Allentown Morning Call
A snowstorm can be beautiful, especially if you’re at the Inn at Pocono Manor and want to play in the snow. Called ”The Grand Lady of the Mountains,” the Monroe County resort’s perch on the crest of Little Pocono Mountain makes it a great place to

Give ‘Em Hill: Al Davis, Larry Trippy and monster lemons – San Jose Mercury News
It’s almost time for spring training, so let’s talk football. Remember the billboard that was up on I-880 near the Coliseum last fall? No, not the “Cover Your Cough” ad for H1N1, but the silver-and-black plea for venerable team owner Al Davis to

What’s going on – News-Herald
Yoga teacher training taught by Jim Pero; 200-hour course begins Living Waters Ministries, 14400 Beech Daly, Taylor; table rentals $25 before Monday, $35 after; baked goods, hot dogs and snacks available to purchase; submit photos of art and

Wales bans electronic dog training devices – Animal Friends Pet Insurance

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Wales bans electronic dog training devices Animal Friends Pet Insurance Pet dog owners will not be allowed to use electronic dog training devices in Wales, after a ban. The ban on electronic collars for dog training was … Bark may be worse than the bite in planned ban on electric dog collarsWalesOnline Electric shock collar ban in Wales announcedBBC News all 6 news articles »

Dome Dogs are Dead! – Minneapolis City Pages (blog)

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Dome Dogs are Dead! Minneapolis City Pages (blog) When the Dome went down, those who love baseball's concessions as much as the field play wondered if the Dome dog would go … Dome Dogs Won't Play Ball At New Twins BallparkWCCO Dome Dogs officially deadDowntown Journal The Twins move, Hormel hot dogs don'tTwin Cities Business Journal WCCO (blog) all 68 news articles »

Class-Action Lawsuit Accuses Yelp of Extortion – Discover Magazine (blog)

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Class-Action Lawsuit Accuses Yelp of Extortion Discover Magazine (blog) Yelp, the popular website that offers reviews of local businesses, has just been bitten by Cats and Dogs, a veterinary hospital that is accusing the site of … Class-Action Suit Filed Against YelpPC Magazine Yelp.com Accused of Extortion by California Veterinary HospitalBusinessWeek Yelp Hit with Class Action LawsuitPC World Good Morning Silicon Valley (blog) -Wired News -ChattahBox all 107 news articles »

15 minutes with Gavin Newsom: Policies & Hot dogs – San Francisco Chronicle (blog)

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15 minutes with Gavin Newsom: Policies & Hot dogs San Francisco Chronicle (blog) Me: "Have you ever had a Costco hot dog?" Mayor Newsom:"Don't think I have, is it good?" Mayor Newsom:"I was talking to some folks in the food industry and … and more »

Scandal Dogs NY Gov. Paterson’s Campaign – NPR

Scandal Dogs NY Gov. Paterson's Campaign NPR Audio for this story from All Things Considered will be available at approx. 7:00 pm ET New York Gov. David Paterson took office in 2008 after … and more »

Blind dog, but so what? When a dog’s gotta do what a dog’s gotta do – USA Today

Blind dog, but so what? When a dog's gotta do what a dog's gotta do USA Today When NBC's Mary Carillo finished telling the story about the blind sled dog during Olympic coverage Wednesday night, I remembered the most famous sled dog … and more »

Cesar Millan’s beloved pit bull, Daddy, dies – Around Disney (blog)

Cesar Millan's beloved pit bull, Daddy, dies Around Disney (blog) Daddy, a pit bull that frequently made the rounds with the TV personality and dog trainer, passed away at age 16, surrounded by his family of human … A good dog moves onRoanoke Times (blog) Cesar Milan's pit bull Daddy diesExaminer.com Cesar Millan's Pit Bull 'Daddy' Passes AwayThaindian.com all 51 news articles »

Humane Society launches training program in Ga. – WTVM

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Humane Society launches training program in Ga. WTVM It uses a five-pronged approach consisting of anti-violence intervention, dog training classes, humane education, community outreach and law enforcement … Humane Society LaunchesTraining ProgramWXIA-TV Pet briefsSavannah Morning News Humane Society Unveils New Program to End Dog FightingOpposing Views Press & Sun-Bulletin all 27 news articles »

Jennifer Lukas: Upset by hunting dog training method – Wisconsin State Journal

Jennifer Lukas: Upset by hunting dog training method Wisconsin State Journal … that it's legal in Wisconsin for wild animals such as bears, bobcats and coyotes to be trapped, penned and used for the “training” of hound dogs. … and more »

Stillwater man opens Bark Busters franchise – Stillwater Gazette

Stillwater man opens Bark Busters franchise Stillwater Gazette Bark Busters, the world's largest dog training company, announced today that it is expanding into the Stillwater area. New franchise owner Steve Schaffel, …

Ask the Dog Trainer – What are you rewarding? – Vero Beach Press-Journal (subscription)

Ask the Dog Trainer – What are you rewarding? Vero Beach Press-Journal (subscription) Dog training is an art as well as a science. Playing attention to details and realizing what you are actually rewarding can improve the effectiveness of …

Dog training ‘all part of good pet health care’ – Animal Friends Pet Insurance

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Dog training 'all part of good pet health care' Animal Friends Pet Insurance Dog training is a constant learning process and one that is part and parcel of good pet health care. This is according to professional trainer Jojo Isorena … Animal lovers' calendar: Weekend of Feb. 20-21 and beyondLos Angeles Times (blog) Dog trivia and other tips for taking care of caninesGMA news.tv David groomed for canine classroomSunshine Coast Daily Telegraph.co.uk -Huffington Post (blog) -San Jose Mercury News all 20 news articles »

French questions proposed MTA dog training site – Poughkeepsie Journal

French questions proposed MTA dog training site Poughkeepsie Journal The MTA wants to shift its police dog training facility there from its current location at the Orange County Sheriff's Office. The new site will provide … and more »

Ongoing programs – The Riverdale Press

Ongoing programs The Riverdale Press Divine K-9 Dog Training & Behavior Counseling will start its Basic Obedience and Good Manners Level 1 course, consisting of seven one-hour sessions …

DOG DEATHS PC ‘LET DOWN BY THE FORCE’ – Mirror.co.uk

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DOG DEATHS PC 'LET DOWN BY THE FORCE' Mirror.co.uk A judge yesterday laid into police chiefs after a depressed dog handler who left two alsatians to die in the back of his car on … Police seek redemption after dog deathsBBC News Nottinghamshire police dog handler guilty of animal crueltyThe Guardian Officer who left dogs to die in car found guiltyBelfast Telegraph The Sun -Times Online -The South African Star all 214 news articles »

Dogs rescued from burning Everett house – Seattle Times

Dogs rescued from burning Everett house Seattle Times Before firefighters arrived, a neighbor and a passing driver entered a burning Everett house and rescued the dogs inside. The Associated Press Before … Dogs rescued from burning house in EverettHeraldNet 2 Dogs Rescued From Everett House FireKIRO Seattle all 7 news articles »

Calif. animal shelters transporting dogs to S. Oregon – KDRV

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Calif. animal shelters transporting dogs to S. Oregon KDRV With California animal shelters running out of room for a growing number of small dogs, the Southern Oregon Humane Society is stepping in to help. … S. California dogs head north for adoptionSan Jose Mercury News Small dogs facing death now up for adoption in Vancouverkgw.com 50 Rescued Dogs Arrive At Humane SocietyKPTV Portland The Columbian -OregonLive.com all 49 news articles »

Mother’s pit bull kills Fishtown woman | Philadelphia Inquirer | 02/21/2010 – Philadelphia Inquirer

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Mother's pit bull kills Fishtown woman | Philadelphia Inquirer | 02/21/2010 Philadelphia Inquirer The dog "was in some kind of protection mode," Erb said. After struggling with the dog, Erb let go and darted to confine her other dogs and call police. … Woman Killed By PitbullsMyFox Philadelphia all 12 news articles »

Girl, 3, mauled to death by dog – Ocala

Girl, 3, mauled to death by dog Ocala A 3-year-old girl was killed Saturday afternoon after she was attacked by a dog that was chained to a tree outside her home, Marion County … Ocala toddler fatally mauled by dogsABC Action News 3-Year-Old Mauled To Death By Pit BullWESH Orlando Child Mauled by Pit BullMyFoxOrlando.com Ocala all 6 news articles »

Fatal bite by husky has dog owners concerned – KARE

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Fatal bite by husky has dog owners concerned KARE Authorities say 11-day-old Robert Hocker was fatally bit by his family's Siberian husky while he was left alone with the dog while in a car seat on a bed. … Minnesota Baby Killed After Dog BiteKSFY all 34 news articles »

Dedicated trainer is dogs’ best friend – Omaha World-Herald

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Dedicated trainer is dogs' best friend Omaha World-Herald “As I got older,” she said, “dogs were much more reasonable. I really got hooked on them.” Pets: Dogs Wrigley, Shale, Buoy and Bubba, all golden retrievers; … Dog obedience trials set Feb. 27LubbockOnline.com Westminster Dog Show Returns to the GardenThe Epoch Times Top Dogs Compete at XLNBC Connecticut Daily Press all 6 news articles »

Grandma targets pit bulls after grandson buys dogs – Washington Post

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Grandma targets pit bulls after grandson buys dogs Washington Post David Winegar said his grandmother "freaked out" about his dogs but added, "We get along. My grandma's my grandma." Robbins said she once watched one of her … Grandmother circulates petition to ban pit bulls from RegentBismarck Tribune all 113 news articles »

3 dogs die in Spokane; poison meatballs suspected – Seattle Post Intelligencer

3 dogs die in Spokane; poison meatballs suspected Seattle Post Intelligencer A Spokane animal welfare spokeswoman says poisoned meatballs may be to blame for the deaths of three dogs in a neighborhood on the city's South Hill. … 3 dogs dead in suspected meatball poisoningsThe Spokesman Review KHQ Right Now – News and Weather for Spokane and North Idaho | SCRAPS: Dogs …KHQ Right Now all 14 news articles »

Customs dog bites little girl at Dulles – Baltimore Sun (blog)

Customs dog bites little girl at Dulles Baltimore Sun (blog) The US Customs and Border Patrol says one of its dogs bit a 4-year-old girl during a training exercise at Dulles International Airport. … and more »

Dan Fante: Reliving Addictions One Page At A Time – NPR News
Dan Fante began his first novel, Chump Change, after he had been sober for three years. He says the process of writing helped him confront the pain of his past. Volker Corell / Harper Perennial Dan Fante began his first novel, Chump Change, after he

update from Red Sox spring training – WEEI
Of course, the Sox would be aided significantly by good health for both pitchers. Towards that end, Lackey — who has suffered injuries in each of the past two spring trainings that have left him unable to start the year on time — is trying to

The Office of Personnel Management: A Power Player in America’s Health – The Heritage Foundation
Abstract: On Christmas Eve 2009, the U.S. Senate passed a mammoth health care bill that would dramatically expand the role of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM). Why should Americans care about this? OPM is the government agency that runs

WHAT’S BREWING: Medina Square was the place for plenty of frozen fun – Cleveland Plain Dealer
S aturday, as my friend and I ate our lunch at the table closest to the window in Marie’s Cafe on the square, we watched the crowds of people enjoying the Ice Festival and commented on how lucky we are to live in Medina. We had strolled around the

West Hollywood bans retail sales of dogs and cats – Los Angeles Times (blog)

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West Hollywood bans retail sales of dogs and cats Los Angeles Times (blog) The West Hollywood City Council has put an end to sales of dogs and cats in pet stores. In an ordinance that passed unanimously Tuesday night, … W. Hollywood passes ordinances banning sales of most dogs and cats in pet storesExaminer.com West Hollywood eyes sales ban on cats, dogsSan Jose Mercury News West Hollywood Council Considering Dog, Cat Sale BanMyStateline.com KTLA -DigitalJournal.com -ABC News all 493 news articles »

D.C. animal watch – Washington Post

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D.C. animal watch Washington Post That day, the dog's owner contacted the society to explain that he was planning to take the dog to relatives because of the snowstorm but was having vehicle … No dog licenses, but less service in rural Chelan CountyThe Wenatchee World Online Foster homes caring for dogs seized from breederFremont News Messenger KOKUA LINEHonolulu Star-Bulletin all 45 news articles »

Police find dismembered body eaten by dogs – Toledo On The Move

Police find dismembered body eaten by dogs Toledo On The Move LIBERTY, Ohio (AP) – Authorities in Ohio say they found a dismembered body inside a house with three dogs, which had been eating the remains. … and more »

Man arrested after neglected, dead dogs found – Augusta Chronicle

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Man arrested after neglected, dead dogs found Augusta Chronicle "It seemed like they had been used for dog fighting. They had scars and cuts. … It was one of the worst sights I've ever seen with animals. … DeKalb felon caught with 25 starving, scarred dogs outside MaconAtlanta Journal Constitution Washington County man accused of using dogs for fightingMacon Telegraph 27 Dogs Found Dead, 25 Injured In Washington CountyWJBF-TV 13wmaz -GPB -PR Newswire (press release) all 28 news articles »

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Time Out links Time Out Chicago (blog) The entrance of the canines—a mix of rescue pups and accomplished show dogs–into the theater minutes before show time was met with gasps and applause from … Musical '101 Dalmatians' is playful in spots from a dog's point of viewChicago Sun-Times '101 Dalmatians' at Cadillac Palace: '101 Dalmatians' proves four legs better …Chicago Tribune (blog) all 4 news articles »

It’s a dog-beat-dog world: Working mutts don’t get a fair shake at big show – New York Daily News

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It's a dog-beat-dog world: Working mutts don't get a fair shake at big show New York Daily News This is a sin for which they can be forgiven, but their anti-New York-dog prejudices are unpardonable. The city is a working town, but the judges have it in … Local dog makes good at Westminster showSeattle Times Showtime | Dog Days of FashionNew York Times (blog) Westminster dog show 2010 results: One trophy, lotsa loveChristian Science Monitor USA Today -FayObserver.com -10 Connects all 2,623 news articles »

Snow not enough for Sandwich sled dogs – Laconia Citizen

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Snow not enough for Sandwich sled dogs Laconia Citizen Tuesday's snowfall was too little and came too late for the Sandwich Sled Dog Races, but it was just enough to encourage organizers of the … Crosslake Dog Derby is on tap this weekendThe Lake Country Echo All about Alaska – PART 1Payson Roundup Mushers, skijorers prepare for Grand Mesa racesGrand Junction Sentinel Irish Times all 23 news articles »

Silver Spring dogs held for ransom – Baltimore Sun (blog)

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Silver Spring dogs held for ransom Baltimore Sun (blog) Montgomery County police have charged a man with theft after he allegedly tried to get money from a woman whose missing dogs he had found, the Associated … Dogs held for ransom after running away from Silver Spring homeWashington Post Missing Dogs Held for RansomNBC Washington Police: Man Demands Ransom in Dog-napping CaperWJLA Washington Examiner all 16 news articles »

Marine ‘Lava Dogs’ suffer casualty in Marjah fighting – Honolulu Star-Bulletin

Marine 'Lava Dogs' suffer casualty in Marjah fighting Honolulu Star-Bulletin Kaneohe's Marine Corps "Lava Dogs" suffered their first combat casualty during the biggest offensive since the 2001 US-led invasion of … and more »