Teachers Replaced By DogsHave you ever thought that the quality of education isn't what it used to be?  Or maybe it is a case of you pay bones and you get dogs?Well whatever the cause, it now seems that your children may be getting taught by dogs.Flagstaff Medical Center leads the field in the Paws to Read program.  They claim that children's reading abilities improve as they gain confidence reading to dogs.In a report by Carol Peck of The Arizona Republic she says:Often children have... Read More

The Dog

The dog is black or white or brown
And sometimes spotted like a clown.
He loves to make a foolish noise
And Human Company enjoys.

The Human People pat his head
And teach him to pretend he’s dead,
And beg, and fetch and carry too;
Things that no well-bred Cat will do.

At Human jokes, however stale,
He jumps about and wags his tail,
And Human People clap their hands
And think he really understands.

They say â... Read More

Dogs Cured Of Cancer By New Drug - Humans Next
There is a new breakthrough sending shock waves through the medical fraternity.Dogs have been cured of advanced cancer where radiation and chemotherapy failed with a new drug made from nitric oxide, a cancer killing substance attached to vitamin B12.Dr. Joseph A. Bauer at the Center for Hematology & Oncology Molecular Therapeuticsdescribes the miracle dog cure of Oscar.  Oscar is a 10-year-old Bichon Frise who was given only weeks to liv... Read More

External dog Parasites And How To Treat WHAT IS A PARASITE? A parasite is an organism that lives off the resources your dog has to offer: namely, fresh blood (which most parasites drink) and a warm place to stay (in and on the skin and fur). External parasites are pretty common among dogs. The common parasites that affect dogs are:  FleasTicksMitesLice These parasites cause adverse reactions in your dog such as, itching and inflamed skin, a dull coat, and bald spots. In croni... Read More

Common Problems House Training Dogs
Oh nooo  ...  its time to house train your dog!The thought of trying to house train a dog sends many people into panic, fear, confusion, misunderstanding and just plain dread! Two of the most common problems surrounding the issue of house training: Submissive/excited urinationScent marking Common house training problem #1: Submissive / excited urination What is submissive / excited urination?... Read More