Carol Reiter
That's a mutt.
Ever hear those words? I do. All the time. And the dogs that are called mutts are my registered border collies.
Jon Klingborg
By the age of 3, it is estimated that 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats have signs of dental disease. This includes bad breath, red, swollen or receding gums, loose teeth, bleeding from the mouth, increased drooling, and reduced activity or energy.
In fact, most owners report a significant improvement in their pet's energy level and an increased quality of life within a few weeks of having the animal's teeth professionally cleaned.
By CORINNE REILLY
creilly@mercedsun-star.com
After 20 years of enduring overcrowded and unhealthy conditions, Merced County's stray animals will have a new, state-of-the-art shelter by the end of the year.
County officials gathered Friday at the shelter's construction site to celebrate its roof-raising.
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Is your dog ready for a "race" where everyone is a winner?
The Yosemite Kennel Club is offering dog obedience classes to the public beginning Tuesday.
About four months ago, my mare, Irish, was stricken with a horrible disease.
Slurpophrenia (n.) The insanity caused by a dog licking and slurping all night long.
For 48 years of my life, my mother was my best friend.
My friend told me about his neighbor's new dog -- cute little Barky Bark. The new puppy "talks" to the neighborhood for hours and hours. Strangely, Barky Bark's owners must live in a soundproof home, because they never seem to hear him or ask him to be quiet!
For the past couple of weeks, I have been fostering a puppy.
You are lucky enough to get advance notice of a wonderful breakthrough that is better than the Fountain of Youth. Believe me, it's true. Through luck and research, I've discovered an herb that may be able to cure cancer and arthritis. You will find this miraculous herbal supplement sold under the brand names SuperDawg and UltraKat.
What a week.
Spring is finally here.
Albert Einstein popularized the concept of "thought experiments" when he developed his Special Theory of Relativity. Essentially, a thought experiment is conducted whenever you try to think through a problem or a question without testing it in the laboratory. Every time you ponder whether or not to speed through an intersection when the light turns yellow, you are engaged in a thought experiment of sorts (what are the chances I get into an accident versus making it safely?) . . . of course, the intersection becomes a laboratory if you do decide to keep driving.
If you missed last week's article (Harnessing your dog's power, Part 1) -- then you're behind the rest of the class. Fortunately, you can still read the article and get full credit. Just go to mercedsunstar.com, click on the Lifestyle button at the top-middle of the page, and select "Pets." Last week, we briefly discussed choosing a proper leash and I mentioned why harnesses were not a good choice if you want to 1) take your dog for a walk and 2) keep your shoulder in its socket.
