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Volume 78 - June 1st, 2005 Materials in this newsletter are the sole possession of the authors and Dog Company. Please do not copy or use in any fashion without written permission |
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From the Editor's Paw My apologies for not getting the newsletter out of often I should. Now I am fully retired I will be able to spend more time doing the newsletter. My baby sister "Hana" will be taking my place. She is a quick study and a willing learner. Enjoy our new additions! "A well trained dog is a free dog" Woof.....Sweep ^..^~~!
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Hana's What's Happened & Happening ! Please let me introduce myself as I am the new kid on the block ! My name is Hana I am 7 months old. I am from Las Vegas. My Parents are Keeley & Johnny. My Breeders name is Jeffery Burke. I am loved and adored by Peni,Jim, my sisters, Sweep, Swift, Reba, Pouie and my boyfriends Chinook and Monty. My job is to take over all of "Sweep's" jobs of Obedience Assistant, K9 dance Partner to Peni, Agility team of Hana & Peni and any all other things Peni has in store. "Sweep" is retired now at 13 yrs. and is teaching me the ropes so she can relax and enjoy retirement and do the "woof" newsletter every month. So now you know about me. Now that I am growing up one of My jobs is to tell you What's Happening! March: the Pet expo was a blast! I was just a baby myself but got a chance to show off my stuff to the audience..Peni and George helped me not get too crazy with the crowd. April: our "Trailblazers Canine Hikers Group" took part in the 10K walk for The Annual Volk Blossom walk. There were 20 dogs and 25 people one baby. We completed the walk in just over two hours. We won the award for the largest non profit group in the event! Good Job Trail Blazers! May: Our Island Dog Sports Agility Club and the K9 freestyle dancers "Beggin for Applause" performed in Duncan (we did 2 shows ) were on T.V. and cool T.V.guy named James inviewed me. It is a fun day and a family day for the community. It was also the hottest day in 25 years over 30c. It was HOT! June: There are some flyball tourney's in our area. Woof...Hana ^..^~~! |
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News CBC News: Girl buys bulletproof vests for RCMP dogs Click here to read more.
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First Aid Checklist For Pets Please make sure you are familiar with how to use and handle all the items in your first aid kit. On the spot in an emergency is no place to start to practice or learn. You want to be sure and confident in what you are doing so your mind is as clear as possible in the emergency. First aid kits for dogs are just the same as for people ..a few differences depends on the size of your dog. I add the extra's to my own kit...with the help of my Vet. So here is what I have in mine:
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ASK "Poutine" Do you answer questions about cats? I hope so...here is mine. I am a handsome Brown Lab and I have had my cat for 3 years ... this has been an ongoing problem but sometimes it is a bit embarrassing. After we have a roll about on the floor, we have the "quiet type of playing." But, Bob drools when he is purring and kneading me with his paws; why does he do this?" Rocky Hi Rocky ! Well, being the macho guy you are, I can see why this behaviour would put you ill at ease. But the drooling, purring, kneading behaviour that many cats do as adults is left over from the nursing behaviour of kittenhood. Now, as an adult, when "Bob" is particularly happy and content, he re-enacts these behaviours from his kittenhood. This is often behaviour that is seen in kittens who were weaned too early. This is a harmless and I think a sweet habit; he really is bonded to you, big guy.....however, it is a bit of a wet one. woof..Poutine ^..^~~!
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Pet Day at Market in the Square Winners Announced May 30, 2005 Attention News Staff: For Immediate Release TOP DOGS GARNER PRIZES AT MARKET IN THE SQUARE CONTEST Dog lovers from throughout the Cowichan Region and beyond gathered in downtown Duncan May 28th for the Annual Pet Day held in conjunction with the weekly Market in the Square. Sponsored by the Duncan Business Improvement Area Society the event featured agility demonstrations by Island Dog Sports, pet education and product demos, and a fun pet contest to find the Market's top dog. Winners of the competition included Itsy who was named Top Small Dog, Mindy who took Top Medium Sized Dog, and Chinook who won the title of Top Large Dog. The Grand Prize winner was Kiri who at 12 years old was the oldest dog participating in the days agility demonstrations. Each of the top dogs received a Market in the Square tote bag full of goodies from Duncan Pets, and a photo of themselves with their owner. For more information contact: Chris Waddell, Manager Best Small Dog: ITSY 
Best Medium Sized Dog: MINDY 
Best Large Dog: CHINOOK 
Grand Prize Winner: KIRI 
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Crossing Over It is with deep sorrow the I must tell you that my best buddy in all the world , my dad Mark, has died in a tragic accident. I know you all knew and liked my dad and I thank you for that. He worked really hard to help me be the great dog I am today! My Mom Nikki and I would be pleased if you would take a few moments to remember him on your trail walk on Saturday. Fondest regards "Scout" Antenbring Mark Antenbring died in an accident while at 'boot camp' in St Jean Quebec May 27/2005 Mark had only been out there for 4 days when this happened. Mark was training for his lifelong dream of being an air force pilot. The obituary is in the Times-Colonist this morning. A military Service and celebration of Mark's life will be held Friday Aternoon June 3 at 2p.m. in the Roayl Oak Baptist Church 898 Roayal Oak Dr. Pia and I are going to attend the service and give our love and support to Nikki. Mark would be thrilled if memorial donations were made to Vancouver Island Hang Gliding and Paragliding Club. I thought that we could take up donations between us all (just a couple of dollars each) and send it in from the TrailBlazers in Marks memory. Or you can do your own if you wish. 
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Monty's Movies HARRY AND THE HENDERSONS (1987) Starring: John Lithgow, Melinda Dillion, Margaret Langrick Rated: PG Genre: Comedy / Action SUMMARY The Happy Henderson family is turned up side down when Harry "Big Foot" comes to live with them in Their house. I laughed till I cried! (The full) "Monty"
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Books by Swift & Reba BEAUTIFUL JOE by Margaret Marshall Saunders 1861-1947 The first Canadian author to sell more than a million copies of a book was a woman who disguised her gender by calling herself Marshall Saunders. This is such a touching story told by Beautiful Joe himself. This book was written back in the 1930’s was the reason for people to take another look at humane treatment of animals. By the time of Margaret Saunders death in 1947 she was called one of "Canada’s most Reverend writers". CANADIAN ANIMALS ARE SMARTER THAN JACK stories put together by Jenny Campbell 91 great true stories sent in by Canadians about their animals. woof.."Swift & Reba" ^..^~~!
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