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Archive for April, 2009

Senate Bill 460 Passes First Committee

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 30, 2009 – 7:00 pm

A new Legislative Alert has been posted to the AKC’s web site (http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=3830):  
NC ALERT: Senate Bill 460 Passes First Committee [Thursday, April 30, 2009]
Senate Bill 460, a bill which regulates breeders and infringes on the rights of responsible dog owners, passed the North Carolina Senate Commerce Committee today. The bill now goes to [...]



Being Aware When Walking Your Dog

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 30, 2009 – 6:00 pm

Just as we always do when we are walking the dog we put him on his leash, grab some carrots and then make sure we take our ipods with us. This is our usual routine. I was watching out our front window tonight and saw a dog out on the main street from ours wandering [...]



Being Aware When Walking Your Dog

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 30, 2009 – 6:00 pm

Just as we always do when we are walking the dog we put him on his leash, grab some carrots and then make sure we take our ipods with us. This is our usual routine. I was watching out our front window tonight and saw a dog out on the main street from ours wandering [...]



Smart Dog Gets Ball From Pool

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 30, 2009 – 1:45 am

You should enjoy this one, sometimes I think they are smarter than most humans I meet.
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North Carolina SB 460 To Be Heard Thursday, April 30, 9AM

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 28, 2009 – 5:00 pm

[Tuesday, April 28, 2009]
The American Kennel Club Government Relations Department has confirmed that Senate Bill 460 will be considered by the North Carolina Senate Commerce Committee on Thursday, April 30. Details are as follows:
DATE: Thursday, April 30, 2009 TIME: 9:00 AM - Please plan to be arrive no later than 8:30AM, dressed in professional [...]



HB 2470 Gaining Momentum - Continued Opposition Needed!

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 27, 2009 – 2:00 pm

Please go to http://www.akc.org/news/index.cfm?article_id=3824 to see AKC’s full alert on OR HB 2470.
[Monday, April 27, 2009]
Oregon House Bill 2470 continues to gain momentum in the Oregon Legislature. The bill, which seeks to severely limit the responsible breeding of dogs via ownership limits and onerous operational requirements, has been assigned to the Senate Consumer Protection and [...]



Labrador Retriever Most Popular Dog

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 26, 2009 – 2:50 pm

From MCT News Service
For the 18th consecutive year, the Labrador Retriever is the most popular purebred dog in America, according to 2008 American Kennel Club registration statistics. But while more than twice as many Labs were registered last year than any other breed, making it a likely leader for many years to come, the [...]

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Hip Dysplasia in Dogs

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 26, 2009 – 2:50 pm

Hip dysphasia is a crippling and painful disease seen most often in larger purebred dogs, such as Golden Retrievers, German Shepherd, St.Bernard's, and Labrador Retrievers. The occurrence in German Shepherds alone is almost 80%.
Classified as an arthritic condition, it is usually hereditary and presents itself in one or both hip joints. The cartilage lining of [...]



Getting the Right Pet Insurance

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 26, 2009 – 2:50 pm

Finidng pet insurance for your dog is a lot like finding a good life insurance quote. You have to find a package that is comfortable for you and suits your needs. I haven't shopped around for pet insurance but from what I have read you can get your dog insurance for as low as $10 [...]



Leaving a Puppy Alone

Icon Written by Black Lab on April 25, 2009 – 6:00 am

Leaving your puppy alone during the day or at night when you go out can be a heat wrenching affair. I always felt bad when we had to leave Cooper alone when we went to work or if we had to go out for dinner at night or to a family event. What you want [...]