Posted on: November 13, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

Backcountry users review safety, meet avalanche rescue dogs at Beacon Bash – Sky Hi News

Participants practice using their avalanche beacons on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021, during Beacon Bash at Winter Park Resort. The fourth annual event brought together backcountry skiers to practice avalanche skills at the beginning of the season.Amy Golden/Sky-Hi News Ideally, a backcountry skier doesn’t have much first-hand experience conducting avalanche rescues. While avoiding avalanches is good, it also means that skier won’t have much practice executing these lifesaving skills if the…

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Posted on: November 13, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

5 steps that may add up to 3 years to your dog’s life

And why you don’t need to stress about tiny details It is human nature to worry about things. We worry about our dogs and our children, our parents and our friends. We worry about health, security, money, climate change, and our planet. Worry is the other side of love. It can power us and help us find the best solution, or mislead us into making the wrong choices.  If you…

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Posted on: November 12, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

2021 Dog Lovers’ Gift Guide

Diggs Revol Dog Crate Starts at $245 (small and medium sizes) This attractive, well-designed dog crate is not only collapsible, it’s easy to set up, making transporting and storing it a breeze. Revol’s diamond-shaped mesh design was developed based on guidance from pet safety experts to prevent paws and jaws from getting caught in the openings. Engineered using reinforced plastic, aluminum and steel, it’s both strong and lightweight. 

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Posted on: November 12, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

Why does ‘full registration’ cost more than ‘limited registration’?

All our pups are AKC registered, but the American Kennel Club, as a registry, designates two different types of registration: Limited Registration – Is AKC registered but it is understood that the dog is not to be bred, but can participate in any and all 30+ AKC competitions, except confirmation. Full Registration – Is AKC registered, but you have the full rights to breed the dog and register its offspring.…

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Posted on: November 12, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

Meet Gunner! TODAY fans helped pick this sweet service dog’s name – TODAY

This shelter dog is on a mission to help veterans in need, and he got just the right name from TODAY fans: Gunner. Semper-Fi’s newest service dog in training needs a name!Olympia Sonnier / NBC Semper-Fi Service Dogs is a charity that rescues pooches from shelters and then, after moths of training, turns the rescued dogs into rescuers for veterans suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Semper-Fi asked TODAY fans…

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Posted on: November 11, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

A winning idea for Americans and their dogs – Great Bend Tribune

Our elected representatives in Washington produce bad ideas like cows produce methane. But if Congress really wants to do something to make the lives of Americans better – and remember, I said “if” – I have an idea. Not only would this idea garner significant bipartisan support, it would score massive political points without sowing further discord among Americans and driving the country one more level down to oblivion. Might…

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Posted on: November 10, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

Facts about dogs and aging – WYTV

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – Style and fashion were on full display at Country Music’s Biggest Night™! Check out some of the well-dressed stars on the red carpet of the 55th Annual CMA Awards from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. And keep up with all the biggest winners and moments from the night here. And check out photos from the show here.

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Posted on: November 9, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

The Fat Cat

The best dog was a fat cat. Just a lazy cotton ball rolled up into the corner of my living room couch. The fat cat climbed to the top of the couch to feel the warmth of the sun peering through the window. The fat cat purred when you rubbed the spine of his coat. He’d roll to his back for a scratch above his fat belly, thumping his paw…

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Posted on: November 9, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

Chaining dogs illegal in Texas with new law – DailyTrib.com

Restraining dogs with chains will be a Class C misdemeanor for first-time offenders after Gov. Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 5 into law Oct. 25. It goes into effect Jan. 18, 2022, and is viewed as a win by Highland Lakes animal advocates.  “We absolutely (consider this law a win),” said Susan Willis, executive director of Highland Lakes Canine Rescue. “Any legislation helping protect animals is very welcome and appreciated.” …

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Posted on: November 8, 2021 Posted by: Petsynse Comments: 0

The Joys Of Loving An Elderly Dog

As a dog ages, several changes may occur besides a greying muzzle. Senior dogs have more health concerns than younger dogs, but they can still make playful, loving companions. Harmony Peraza, a veterinary technician and the study subject manager for the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences’ Dog Aging Project, discusses the most common health conditions that may arise in a senior dog. While there is some…

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