Chicken jerky treats linked to mystery illnesses, deaths in dogs

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There are a LOT of unknowns and speculation in this article.  It would be nice if someone comes up with a few definitive facts on the situation.  Dogs get sick for many reasons.  Ancedotal evidence can be VERY unreliable.  I hope someone with some real data gets to the bottom of this.

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Bringing pups home from a war zone.

Puppy love: Stray dogs befriended by soldiers on duty in Afghanistan are flown thousands of miles to be reunited.

I LOVE this story! Great friends, these dogs and soldiers. The soldiers and dogs are all my heros. Soldiers for protecting the dogs and the dogs for comforting these great soldiers.

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This dog is a Pianista!

Youtube video of dog.

Cute video of a singing and piano playing dog. Not the greatest singer in the world, but at least as good as Lady Gaga.

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Couple spend £2,000 flying stray dog to Britain after falling in love with her on Caribbean holiday

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Great, heartwarming story.

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Humane Society: Pet shops buy at 'worst' puppy mills

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From a guy DEFENDING the puppy mills: "Like in any kennel, there is a lot of noise and barking dogs."

I don't think dogs should be sentenced to a (shortened) lifetime of living in a cage with hundreds of other dogs all barking at the top of their lungs.

Also: "Are there bad breeders out there? Absolutely," York said. "In the state of Missouri we are actively trying to wipe out the unlicensed breeders."

I disagree that a license equates to safe, healthy, loving conditions for dogs to live in.

My number one recommendation for buying a puppy: Don't buy from a Pet Store!

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Accused puppy killer once found insane

Accused puppy killer once found insane

Horrible story of a sadistic and disturbed man who killed a defenseless puppy. Silly line from article: Other than previously killing his father, he has no criminal record. That's like: Other than that Mrs. Lincoln, how was the play?

Top 10 Greatest Cartoon Dogs from BuyingaPuppy.com

Cartoons have brought us some wonderful and wacky dogs over the years. Here are my favorites for their impact on society and, basically, for the joy I find watching them.

#10 Dollar – The richest dog alive? Richie Rich’s lucky canine with dollar signs for spots.

#9 Underdog – Who can forget “There’s no need to fear, Underdog is here!” The humble and lovable Shoeshine Boy transformed into the superhero Underdog when help was needed. #8 Santa’s Little Helper – The sad little pooch adopted by the equally sad Simpson’s family. Homer bets the Christmas money on the long-shot dog who promptly finishes last. The dog’s owners chases off the pathetic racing hound, Homer takes it home and the family has a great Christmas after all.

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#7 Mr. Peabody – Genius talking dog and master of the dreadful pun. Always hangs out with “his boy” Sherman. Mr. Peabody and Sherman added a bit of intellect to the the Rocky and Bullwinkle show.
#6 Deputy Dawg – A deputy sheriff on a bayou in Mississippi. The deputy has a strong southern accent and is always involved in one hilarious adventure or another with his pals Muskie and Vince.
#5 Goofy – The clumsy, and possibly dense companion of Mickey Mouse. He has had a long history with a few various names and stories, and a movie or two of his own.
#4 Droopy Dog – A sharp-witted little guy with an insanely slow southern drawl. Much more clever than he initially seems.

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#3 Astro – The dog everyone loves to hate! “That stupid Jetson’s dog.” Most famous for poor enunciation and that famous treadmill chase.
#2 Brian Griffin – You have to see Brian to believe him. An intellectual, struggling writer who functions as a regular member of the Griffin family (usually) on the Family Guy. #1 Scooby-Doo – The great crime-fighting Great Dane (ish) dog with a minor speech impediment (“Ruh-roh Raggy”.) Scooby and Shaggy were always together while Velma, Daphne and Fred were off doing who-knows-what.


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