The Cloned Beagle Puppy That Glows In The Dark

Published in April 30th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog - Beagle, Dog Breed

At first glance, this sweet beagle puppy seems nothing out of the ordinary.
But when she is lit with an ultraviolet light, the astonishing dog glows in the dark.
Ruppy - short for Ruby Puppy - was one of five cloned puppies genetically engineered to produce a fluorescent protein by scientists. When placed under an ultraviolet light […]

Beagle Hit By Bullet Displays A Drive For Life

Published in April 29th, 2009

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Bentley is out and about on his specially fitted cart that does the work for his paralyzed back legs. (Joan Barnett Lee / The Modesto Bee)
Two months after surgery to remove the bullet from his back, the spry little dog gets around just fine, with or without the specially fitted cart that does the work […]

Jack’s 11th Birthday

Published in April 28th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog - Beagle, Dog - My Experiences

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We celebrated Jack’s 11th birthday and bought him some special treats.
Jack is still looking good and in good health but started greying though.
There is a slide show posted under the Photos tab so do check it out.
Here are a few photos ….

Jack enjoying his treat…yummy….
Happy 11th Birthday, Jack !

Obamas Welcome First Dog, Bo the Portuguese Water Dog

Published in April 28th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Breed

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Perhaps the most highly anticipated arrival at the White House since President Obama himself is Bo, the newly anointed first dog, who debuted to a crowd of media onlookers on 14 April 2009.

Bo was born in Texas, then moved to his first owner’s home in Washington, D.C., then spent nearly a month with Sen. Edward Kennedy’s […]

FDA Confirms Probe of NUTRO Pet Food Deaths, Illnesses

Published in April 28th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Breed, Dog Food

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has confirmed that the agency is investigating NUTRO pet food, following a series of unexplained illnesses and deaths. Consumers have been complaining for more than two years that their pets have become ill after eating NUTRO products; many have recovered when they were switched to other foods. The […]

Hereditary Causes of Dog Hair Loss

Published in April 27th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Care

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If your dog is losing hair one of the possible causes could be due to hereditary reasons. These are genetics which are passed down through the family tree from parent to offspring and this happens ion dogs just like humans. Those genes are everywhere.
If you notice hair loss in your dog then there may be […]

Whether to Have Dogs Spayed Or Neutered

Published in April 26th, 2009

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Having your dogs spayed or neutered is never easy, yet it is necessary. Practically all animal welfare and community organizations strongly support spaying and neutering dogs including the Humane Society, Urban Leagues across the country, the Veterinary Medical Association, and the American Animal Hospitals Association. It is the most humane manner to control an ever […]

Natural Flea Products For Your Dog - They Really Do Work

Published in April 25th, 2009

Posted by pcw in Dog Fleas Ticks

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Spring is in the air and we all know what that means, right? You guessed it, summer is just around the corner and that means flea season is fast approaching! Everyone is thinking about a healthier, greener lifestyle these days and why should not that include our pets? Are you looking to get the upper […]

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