Monthly Archives: January 2011

Dog News Daily Blog Stories

Posted on January 23, 2011 by admin

The supercollar? is an innovative, collar and leash “hybrid” that replaces the traditional separate collar and leash. Developed with an emergency veterinarian and an award-winning design engineering firm, supercollar? is a unique alternative to every other leash and collar system … Continue reading →

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Dont Let the Bed Bugs Bite

Posted on January 23, 2011 by admin

And what’s the best way to get rid of bed bugs?  One company swears by their method: specially trained dogs.  New Jersey-based Action Termite and Pest Control is putting canine’s incredible sniffers to work in finding the hard-to-eradicate pests.  And … Continue reading →

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15 Awesome iPhone Dog Photos

Posted on January 23, 2011 by admin

Mashable is the site for social media and tech news.  In this gallery, they post some amazing photographs of dogs taken (and edited) with the iPhone.  From high contrast shots to interesting use of perspective, these pics are a must … Continue reading →

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Airlines With Most Dog Deaths

Posted on January 23, 2011 by admin

Tales of dogs being injured, lost, or killed during an airline flight are scary, indeed.  But we can’t always leave our pet behind when we travel.  So, which airlines can we trust to treat our furry friends with the care, … Continue reading →

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Dogs Detect Prostate Cancer

Posted on January 22, 2011 by admin

Researchers in France have determined that a dog’s sniffer might actually do a better job at detecting prostate cancer than the current blood test.  A Belgian Malinois was trained to detect the disease via scent. “The dog was able to … Continue reading →

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Dogs Getting Dumber

Posted on January 22, 2011 by admin

Australian researchers have determined that the domestication has weakened dog’s innate problem-solving skills.  “Pet dogs are so reliant on humans they have lost the ability to think for themselves, the Australian researchers’ study has shown.”Wolves, dingoes, and domesticated canines were … Continue reading →

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Help Your Pooch Beat the Heat

Posted on January 22, 2011 by admin

As we gear up for summer, let’s not forget that our fur-coat-wearing friends might not enjoy the heat as much as some of us.  In fact, the heat can be really dangerous for your dog.  The Humane Society of the … Continue reading →

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Two New Pet Food Recalls

Posted on January 22, 2011 by admin

Two new dog food and treat recalls were announced today. Dog beef treats from Merrick Pet Care Inc. have been found by the U.S. FDA to contain Salmonella.  The treats were 10 oz Beef Filet Squares for Dogs marked with … Continue reading →

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Fairmont Miramar Bungalows And Hotel Santa Monica

Posted on January 22, 2011 by admin

The Fairmont Miramar Bungalows and Hotel was the proud recipient of the 2008 PAW “TOP DOG” AWARD for BEST LUXURY, PET-FRIENDLY HOTEL in all of the United States! Beau and I discovered The Fairmont Miramar Bungalows and Hotel almost by … Continue reading →

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Keeping Your Dog Safe on Independence Day

Posted on January 22, 2011 by admin

This Sunday, people will gather for pool parties, picnics, and fireworks to celebrate the Fourth of July.  And while this is a day filled with fun for us humans, our doggy friends might disagree.  After all, the loud booms and … Continue reading →

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