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CA Anti-Pet Bill Pulled - AKC led the effort while cat people quietly and successfully worked a different angle. CFA also credits NAIA (founder Patti Strand is an AKC board member) and many other groups on combined success.

DoodleDog's eyes are squinty and his nose is bent out of shape. Those gnarly feet are clumsy pen holders so keep it clean and keep it succinct or like all Bullies, he will edit, eat, or bury it! READ LETTERS

Pro vs Amateur - Will AKC's new class truly identify the non-professional. Julie Borst-Reed defines and examines the concept.

Julie Borst-Reed is a top reporter for National Pet Press but this was so timely, we decided to break the story here.

The undisclosed humane facility locations housing more than 50 Pit Bull Terrier fighting dogs taken from the grounds of Bad Newz Kennels are within the last hours of housing these animals as these ill-fated animals are due to loose their lives. These dogs can not be rehabilitated to be adopted and no one has claimed them as their own property, after months of publicly posted notices. The locations of the confiscated animals is not being listed because of the dogs' value in the dog fighting world, according to Daphna Nachminovitch, a spokeswoman for PETA. "They are a hot commodity in the world of dog fighting," she said. More... http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,294211,00.html

Reported this morning among cheers on the Howard Stern satellite broadcast, and reported earlier on WSBA Atlanta: http://www.wsbtv.com/news/13918614/detail.html Vick Jerseys Being Used To Clean Kennels -

The Atlanta Humane Society (AHS) said they are receiving donations from across the country -- More than a dozen Michael Vick jerseys have been sent to AHS, and they are putting them to good use cleaning kennels and using as bedding.

Vick dog chew toys reported to be a hit in St. Paul, MN
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,293939,00.html Baseball Team to Hand Out Michael Vick Dog Chew Toy ST. PAUL, Minn. — Dogs around the Twin Cities will soon have a Michael Vick pig to chew on.The St. Paul Saints, a minor league baseball team plans to hand out the chew toy to the first 1,500 fans at its home game tonight. It's the team mascot, a pig, in the Atlanta Falcons team colors and with Vick's name and number on it.

This is a sad new season for professional football. - J B Reed

For Your Health by Nell Liquorman, HANDLING OF PET FOOD RECALL was sloppy at best, suppressed at worst. Owners were stunned when days, even weeks after suffering with a sick pet, they finally heard the news. There were angry cries of “WHY WASN’T I TOLD?” Cover Up on Chinese Pet Food?

says DOG BITES: Publish Safety Concern or Hype? How many times have we heard someone in the media spotlight making inflammatory statements about dog bites statistics in an interview, without ever disclosing their source? Even when the comments seem highly suspicious, few people question their validity.

Crusades can make life better for everyone. The sword and the pen.... Akita - Child Incident at AKC Show! Police were called to the Kern County Fairgrounds to investigate an incident involving an Akita dog and a 9 year old child.

Crime and Punishment Insiders heard one side or the other from AKC or Fred. But when "Addamo Asks" she gives you the straight story. A judge gets a lifetime sentence. Was it fair or was it punishment?

Keep It Simple Boycott California says Cordingley, a CA native. AKC says to make nice with the legislators, don't hurt the CA economy, etc. The AR groups are giving to campaign funds and dog people generally are not. Can we withhold more $$$ than they contribute? Sounds like a Plan!

Merle Coat Pattern. Lambert's lesson in color genetics and breeding to the standard as it was intended. Many breeds have changed. Characteristics not even thought of when the standard was written may have become commonplace or problematic within a breed.

Deep Thoughts about dog health, shows, breeding, and how we'll use science in the future. A look at the past and today's technology from The Other Side Of The Fence with Vickie Haywood

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Still Life Pets You Won't Believe Jade says it sounds really weird, having your dog freeze dried.... until you see the results. Your brain tells you it isn't him but your eyes swear it is and your heart feels better.

Shark Liver Oil - Owners A Must Have if you have high cholesterol, diabetes, or heart problems. By AKC Judge Dorothy Martin, it is "Life Styles", Homeopathic Remedies for Dogs and Their Humans.

Ethics - AKC teaches Judges How To Judge but loses Great Judges like Fred Lanting by AKC as explained by Poodle Breeder/Judge Julie Borst Reed. Where's the logic?

Legislative Solution! We bemoan, we are outraged but what do we DO? We are the experts, we hold the economic and political power, we know dogs. Solutions to AR Legislation is dealt with in a simple, practical manner that will work!

Where Is Your Outrage? Pointed Questions for Everyone in Dogs. Why study pedigrees and genetics? Typical of Addamo, hard questions call for thoughtful answers.

I've Been Thinking Rally & Obedience... How can it be that we are happy and relaxed when Judging or Exhibiting at an Obedience Trial? Something to sit back, take your time, and think about.

Harper Sees Albuquerque He wants to know "Who elected the Moron Mayor and Crook Neck Council that slipped this by? Old hippies? Self-proclaimed "Indians?" New Age tree huggers? Who???"

Boulton Legal Defense Fund. by Louis Fallon Justice, like the sport of pure-bred dogs is costly. Do we want justice and fairness in the show ring? Or do we want puppets passing out ribbons? It's up to exhibitors to make a declaration.

The Christmas Puppy's Tale is The Ultimate Gift Exchange. You don't need a hankie, just a clear mind and a minute to think! By David Arthur, Aircastle Standard Poodles

Doggy Mom's Letter To Santa. Humorous, Cleverly Written! She wants new legs, dog bedding, dog show outfits, The Dog Whisperer recording, etc. from Jodi Eckardt

A Different Christmas Poem by a Navy Man stationed in Iraq who dreams of his family and acknowledges why he is there. This one will make you appreciate freedom and as we lay snug in our beds. Thanks Lynn Morgan!

Ethanol In Food Chain!! Robert Thomas (University of Missouri) MU Extension reports Ethanol By-Products may enhance Calf Growth, Reduce Manure Output, and Save Money. Oh good. All healthy reasons to further tamper with the commercially produced meat we eat. Does the tainted meat go in veal and DDD dog food?

Get Your Head Out Of The Sand - Before it's too Late! A Call to All AKC Clubs - an on-point guest column by Beverly Eichel, AKC judge, breeder, past Pres. of Newfoundland Club of America.

"Puppy Size" Music For The Mind, submitted by Hal Gantt - TheDogPlace Library is to Inform, Delight, and Entertain all dog owners.

Animal Rights & White Elephants Alice Nagy helps us see what we otherwise DON'T see. Fascinating analogy and info on Pacelle, HSUS, etc.

Dogs Of Freedom The Bill Of Rights means freedom to own Rottweilers, Dobermans, Mastiffs, Bull Breeds, Poodles, Chihuahuas or Miniature Schnauzers. Dogs are becoming symbols of the Rights we have lost. Welcome to Barbara Haywood, the power behind My Dog Votes

O'Connor On AKC Should there be a breakup, like the phone companies? Perhaps two registry classifications? A thoughtful sincere look at today's AKC from a highly respected, "invested" breeder of BIS winners and top producers.

The Proof Is In The Pudding AKC Judge explains documentation required for applicants. "Turn about fair play" means some people in the sport think we shouldn't simply accept undocumented qualifications for those who control our breeding and judging careers. Hmmm, TDP even publishes verifiable columnist credentials so we thought it was a fair question. Tell us what YOU think NewsDesk@TheDogPress.com

Betrayed by AKC? Petland (Puppy Mill Contract) Special Section for your comments, opinions, and email on what it means to the sport, and what can't, can or should be done about it. "Letters" with a whole new meaning!

USDA Precision & Interpretation by Karen Strange, provides an inside look at USDA Inspections. Straight from people who are USDA Licensed, here's what it really means.

Guest Columnist Doris Shields says these disreputable Cattle Dog owners represent the ultimate “Dog Politicians.”

Diane Sandberg outlines a plan for Saving AKC First reaction is "who says it needs saving?" second is "It can't be saved!"

If you've not been noticing AKC's registration woes, you need to duck because Calhoun's Cannon is pointed at all of us.

THE REINWALD REPORT reveals a law that protects Hunte Corp. from reporters seeking truth and photographic proof?

ANOTHER VIEWPOINT suggests being honest instead of boringly defensive if you own a pit bull.

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