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How a shelter dog is made

August 24, 2010
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Ian Dunbar talks about how dogs become shelter dogs. The message in this short video is vital for anyone who is getting or has a puppy, works with shelter or rescue dogs, or anyone considering adopting a shelter or rescue dog. (Photo credit: bk2000)

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Adopting your dream dog

May 3, 2008

Whether you choose a puppy, adult dog, purebred or mixed breed, male or female, here’s a quick checklist to help you find the dog of your dreams: Make a list. Write down all the qualities of your favorite dog of all time, both good and bad. Rank these qualities in order of importance, from “must [...]

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When to seek help with your dog

January 2, 2008

Most folks either know of or used to have a dog that was absolutely perfect — never made a mess in the house, didn’t shed, never jumped up, never barked inappropriately, never lunged at people or other dogs, never chewed the furniture, always laid quietly in another room during dinner, always paid its taxes on [...]

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