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Away With the Waste in a Green Way (Tuesday, April 1, 2008)
What do you do with the dog poop? Can you be environmentally sensitive and still use plastic bags to dispose of dog waste? Can you compost, leave it where it lies, or utilize a canine septic system? Get the answers here.
Bugs Be Gone - No Chemicals Added (Tuesday, April 1, 2008)
No one wants fleas or ticks on their dog or in their house. Here are some natural remedies for controlling the critters.
Herbicides, Pesticides, Insecticides, Oh My! (Tuesday, April 1, 2008)
Blame Al Gore for all this "going green" talk. But if you are interested in "greening" up your yard organically, give this a try.
Don't Roll Over - Recycle! (Tuesday, April 1, 2008)
Going green has earned its Hollywood cred with backers like Leo, Cameron Diaz and Al Gore. Get your furry friend in the mix with these ideas.
Canine Diets From Bagged to BARF (Saturday, March 1, 2008)
If we’ve learned anything from the pet food recalls, it’s that we can feed our dogs differently. How do we decide between the bags, the BARF, the homemade and organic diets?
Flip the Bag for the Real Deal (Saturday, March 1, 2008)
If you choose to feed your dog bagged or canned foods, it’s important to know what to look for when reading a dog food label.
Organic Made Easy (Saturday, March 1, 2008 )
Thinking about "going organic"? This starter kit could be your best first choice.
Whoa - Slow Down Chow Hound! (Saturday, March 1, 2008)
If your dog acts like he is in training for a speed eating contest, you might want to consider the Brake-Fast dog food bowl.
Where Are We One Year After the Recall? (Saturday, March 1, 2008)
The -EST Product - Yummy Yammies (Saturday, March 1, 2008)
Trick your dog into eating her veggies with this locally produced treat.
A Blended DOG Family (Friday, February 1, 2008)
So you're creating a modern day Brady Bunch blending kids AND dogs. Here's the best way to ensure that the dogs get along happily.
Good Breathe Help is on the Way (Friday, February 1, 2008)
Need some dental hygiene assistance between brushings? Want to make your dog kissable? Could these products be the answer?
The - EST Product - Parental Discretion Advised (Friday, February 1, 2008)
It's the month of amor. Don't forget your pooch - he needs love too.
A Single Dog Parent's Guide to Dating (Friday, February 1, 2008)
Take the "Cosmo-type" quiz and then read our advice on how to meet a future Mr. that is totally dog friendly.
The Fight Over Fido (Friday, February 1, 2008)
In divorce court your best friend is no more than property.
Beating YOUR Cabin Fever Too! (Tuesday, January 1, 2008)
Your dog probably isn’t the only one suffering from cabin fever. Here are some ideas for how you both can pass some time as we longingly await spring.
Overcoming Canine Cabin Fever (Tuesday, January 1, 2008)
If your dog is suffering from cabin fever (and what dog isn’t?), here are some fun and easy exercise options for just about anyone.
Popcorn Just for Dogs? (Tuesday, January 1, 2008)
WoofyPop claims to be specially flavored popcorn that dogs will love. Find out what we think.
Go Ahead - Play With Your Food (Tuesday, January 1, 2008)
When is it OK to play with your food? When you're a dog needing to release some pent up energy.
How Old is That in "People" Years? (Tuesday, January 1, 2008)
Answer the age-old question of "how old is that in people years" while passing the time on a cold winter day.
'Tis Better To Give (Saturday, December 1, 2007)
This is the season of giving. We’d like to encourage you to give back this year. Here are some ideas of how you can give back with your money, your time and with your dog.
Dog Lovers' List of Gifts (Saturday, December 1, 2007)
What do you get the dog lover who has everything? Maybe something on this list of suggestions.
Make This Your Hound's Best Holiday (Saturday, December 1, 2007)
You've made your gift list but now check it twice. MilwaukeeDogLovers.com visitors and contributing writers share their gift ideas.
Prison Pups Program Creates Happy Endings (Saturday, December 1, 2007)
A Wisconsin prison program gives both men and dogs a second chance.
Give Your Dog Flowers... Essences (Thursday, November 1, 2007)
Some days, don’t you wish you could wave a magic wand, or find a potion, that would turn your problem dog into the sweet, cooperative companion animal you had in mind when you got her? Flower essences are one of the best – and least understood – natural remedies available for your dog.
Treats as Supplements? (Thursday, November 1, 2007)
You've seen the treats that claim to improve your dog's health. One helps with bad hips, one with heart-health, etc. Are the claims true?
Quell the Smell (Thursday, November 1, 2007)
Is this breath freshener and digestive solution the solution to your dog's bad breath and gas problem?
Belly Up to the Bar (Thursday, November 1, 2007)
The -EST product is another example of how we want to include our dogs in all of our activities.
The Healing Touch (Thursday, November 1, 2007)
It's been proven that touch can have a positive affect on the human psyche. Is the same true for dogs?
Good Needles (Thursday, November 1, 2007)
Can sticking your dog with tiny needles be the answer to many health problems? Perhaps.
Focused on the Job at Hand (Monday, October 1, 2007)
Guide dogs change the lives of the blind. This is the story of Amber who makes a difference for one women.
Milwaukee Dogs Making a Difference (Monday, October 1, 2007)
Milwaukee dogs are being trained as therapy dogs and making significant differences in the lives of our elderly, children, ill and displaced.
The -EST Product - Lab Results with FURminator (Monday, October 1, 2007)
Dog hair everywhere? At your wits end? This might be the first and only grooming tool you'll ever need again.
Book Review - Taming the Hyper Dog? (Monday, October 1, 2007)
Living with a hyper dog is quite the experience. At times it is so stressful you wonder why you are bothering. Sometimes it even feels like training is pointless because you are getting no where. Is this book your saving grace?
Howling for Halloween Treats (Monday, October 1, 2007)
Chocolate is a no-no but that doesn't mean your dog can't partake in a few Halloween treats.
Milwaukee Dogs Bring Home Missing Loved Ones (Monday, October 1, 2007)
You've probably been awed watching the work of search and rescue dogs on TV. Without knowing it you may have been watching one of Milwaukee's finest working.
After School Activity - RALLY! (Saturday, September 1, 2007)
Rally is an interactive dog sport where the handler communicates by voice or hand signals as the team travels the course. All breeds and all ages are welcome to compete.
Readin' 'Riting 'Rithmetic (Saturday, September 1, 2007)
The Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University outside of Boston is considered one of the most prestigious and pioneering schools in the world. We are pleased to reprint with permission their article on general dog training rules.
The -EST Product Review - Yum!! (Saturday, September 1, 2007)
How do you keep your dog's mind active? Teach him tricks! Is the "Yuppy Puppy Food and Treat Machine" the answer?
The Whole Dog Approach to Raising Puppies (Saturday, September 1, 2007)
If you are conflicted with varying advice on how to best raise your puppy, the faculty of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine share their knowledge and experience in this new book for raising a happy, healthy, well-behaved puppy using a whole-dog approach.
Varsity Sports - Flyball (Saturday, September 1, 2007)
Mari Pavleje, president of the Milwaukee Dog Training Club, feels its all in the speed. She feels the appeal of flyball is all in the enjoyment of the dogs and the blinding pace at which the races are ran. But to the average person, one looming question remains, “what is flyball?”
Decoding Your Heinz 57 with High Tech Science (Wednesday, August 1, 2007)
DNA testing has revolutionized law enforcement, paternity testing and the genetics of tracing your family tree. And now this high tech science is being used to help answer the question “what kind of dog is that?”
Helping Your Dog Age Gracefully (Wednesday, August 1, 2007)
Aging isn’t a negative just a new time. And there are steps you can take to make your dog’s aging more graceful in mind, body and spirit.
Increase Your Happiness! Adopt a Senior Dog (Wednesday, August 1, 2007)
Most people think of puppies or young dogs when adding to the family because they are cute and cuddly and full of life, but senior dogs can be just as enjoyable and often more rewarding.
Oops! Cleaning Up an "Accident" Effectively (Wednesday, August 1, 2007)
What goes in must come out. And if it "came out" on your carpet, bedding or floor, which urine cleaners are the most effective?
Website Review - SeniorPetProducts.com (Wednesday, August 1, 2007)
Looking for products or information about your senior dog? Is SeniorPetProducts.com worth checking out?
What to Expect as Your Dog Ages (Wednesday, August 1, 2007)
Old age is not a disease! It’s one of the best times you will share with your dog.
Doggie Travel Do-Do's(Sunday, July 1, 2007)
Most of this is common sense stuff, but we want to make sure your travels are enjoyable for everyone.
Taking a Ride With Your Best Friend(Sunday, July 1, 2007)
You’re loading up the car for vacation and there’s your furry best friend watching you. He knows something’s up. He wags his tag expectantly because he thinks there’s a ride in his future. You decide you just don’t have the heart to leave him behind this time. You want to see all the U.S. has to offer from sea to shining sea. Where do you go?
The "Fly-EST" Dog Carrier?(Sunday, July 1, 2007)
So you’re taking your dog on a plane ride. If he’s small enough to ride in the cabin, you’ll need a carrier. Might we suggest a Pet Flys carriers? These are for the fido fashionistas. Only dogs who want to make a statement and travel in style deserve one.
The Best Care in the Air - For Your Dog!(Sunday, July 1, 2007)
Flying can be exciting and stressful for you and your dog. The Midwest Airline Premier Pet Program was developed to enhance safety, alleviate anxiety and add comfort making it a pleasurable experience for both parties.
Training Wheel Trips(Sunday, July 1, 2007)
More and more people wouldn’t think of going on vacation without their dog. But if you’re not ready to pack a bag for Rex and take him to Disney World, test out a vacation with a weekend trip in Wisconsin.
Website Review - Bringfido.com(Sunday, July 1, 2007)
There are a lot of travel websites devoted to vacationing with your dog. Is Bringfido.com one worth checking out?
God = Dog?(Wednesday, June 6, 2007)
St. Francis of Assisi has been the Catholic patron saint of animals for several hundred years, but he seems to have some competition. Move over and make room for the Eastern Orthodox monks of the New Skete Monastery in upstate New York.
Book Review - Visiting the Dog Park(Wednesday, June 6, 2007)
Do you know why your dog yawns? If you don’t, read this book before your next trip to the dog park. Cheryl Smith’s "Visiting the Dog Park: Having Fun, Staying Safe" can be read in an hour or two, and that investment could mean the difference between a walk in the park or a trip to the ER.
The "- EST" Product(Wednesday, June 6, 2007)
Well their name says it all “Tuffie’s – The World’s ‘Tuff-est’ Soft Dog Toy.” They sound like they’re tough - made with a layer of PVC, a layer of nylon and then a layer of soft fleece plus five rows of stitching! But I was skeptical.
What Does Your Dog's Breed Say About You?(Wednesday, June 6, 2007)
You’ve probably heard it “You have a (insert your dog’s breed here)? You don’t seem like a (insert dog breed) person?” Or “Oh that’s exactly the kind of dog I would expect you to have!” What does that mean exactly? And what does that say about you? Dr. Stanley Coren, professor of psychology and a dog trainer, shares his theories in "Why We Love the Dogs We Do."
What Type of Dog Owner are You?(Wednesday, June 6, 2007)
You’re a “crack the whip, take no prisoners” type of boss from 9-5, but do you bring those traits to your relationship with your dog? Or do you melt at the very sight of him and give in to his every whim? In her book "The Dog I.Q. Test," Melissa Miller devotes a chapter to determining the type of dog owner you are.
Your Astrology Sign & Your Perfect Breed(Wednesday, June 6, 2007)
Hey, what’s your sign? Astrology can give you insight on which breed is ideal for you.
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