Golden Retriever Stolen from Home in New Taswell, TN – Updated

August 2, 2009 Update I just learned that Skylar has been found and now is home safe and sound with her mom, Cathy. She was found about 30 miles away into Virginia, across three busy highways, including one that carries 30,000 vehicles daily. There were a few minor health problems and poor Skylar had already [...]

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Sunbear Squad Watch Tip of the Week: July 26th

The Sunbear Squad has resolved to make a difference for neglected and abused companion animals. They are transforming animal lovers into animal welfare defenders — with knowledge, tools, and inspiration. Watch Tip: Watch for pets that act afraid of raised arms or vigorous movement. This may be a sign that the pet has been a [...]

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In love? What do you think?

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Pure Golden Love

“The dog was created specially for children. He is the g-d of frolic.” – Henry Ward Beecher I absolutely adore this photo. Just look at how much love is in evidence between these two. I met Lily a couple years ago, and she is just the most demure and gentle dog you could ever meet. [...]

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*Golden Retriever* Airways

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The Dominance Controversy and Cesar Millan

Dr. Sophia Yin, besides being an incredible veterinarian and behaviorist, is a wonderful writer and educational resource. Her articles are so easily understood, and she has the ability to speak wisely to the training of days old and to that of the present day. We’ve all heard advice that relates dog behavior to wolf social [...]

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Lewis Black on Health Care Reform . . . HA!

I loved the segment with Lewis Black last night on TDS. “If Republicans can’t give Lewis Black any evidence against Obama’s health care reform, then at least do the honorable thing and confuse him.”

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Al Franken plus a little *Golden Retriever* inspiration

I’ve posted about Al Franken here and here and continue to be so impressed by what he is trying to do in truly making a difference for his constituents. He is a dog lover, of course, as one would expect him to be. A Labrador Retriever guy, in fact. Contributing Editor Warren Kalbacker squared off [...]

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Rags to Riches Rescue Story Contest – Golden Retriever Tripp – Updated

There are too many champions of rescue to count. The job they do is a noble one and often not as rewarded in our society. Yet, we all know that the main rewards are very much emotional in nature. To thank these wonderful folks who provide intake, fostering, and adopting, I have created this special [...]

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Cowboy and Wills

Author Monica Holloway shares the extraordinary, touching story of Cowboy, the Golden Retriever puppy who changed her son’s life in the upcoming October book, Cowboy & Wills: A Love Story . It looks to be a tearjerker, though, as the video below speaks to Cowboy only having 2 1/2 years to work his magic. Monica [...]

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Sunbear Squad Watch Tip of the Week: July 19th

The Sunbear Squad has resolved to make a difference for neglected and abused companion animals. They are transforming animal lovers into animal welfare defenders — with knowledge, tools, and inspiration. Watch Tip: Watch for dogs or cats that are attracting many flies–this is the primary sign of a maggot infestation in a wound or matted [...]

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Golden Sam needs our help

When I read this latest rescue story, my heart just about broke. I really hope folks can pitch in so that he can have the life-saving surgery that is needed. I know my check is in the mail. Here is his story from Golden Retriever Rescue and Community Education, Inc. (GRRACE) in Indianapolis, Indiana Sam [...]

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‘Rags to Riches’ Rescue Story Contest

There are too many champions of rescue to count. The job they do is a noble one and often not as rewarded in our society. Yet, we all know that the main rewards are very much emotional in nature. To thank these wonderful folks who provide intake, fostering, and adopting, I have created this special [...]

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I can’t get enough of doggie head-tilting

If three pugs tilting their heads is cute, then FOUR pugs tilting their heads is even cuter! Simple math I’d say. Minnie, Mabel and Max welcome Monte to the party!

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This is not good news

It is not good news to learn that there are several dog foods contaminated with fluoride levels above the EPA’s legal limit for humans. And, fluoride is linked to hormone disruption, thyroid problems and bone cancer (osteosarcoma). I am making the following copyrighted material available in my efforts to provide background knowledge on areas related [...]

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Sorry, but I can’t get enough of Dug the *talking* dog

I have not seen the movie UP yet but I cannot wait. Every dog lover I know has raved about it. The dog in it is a huge favorite. Of course, we all wish we could have such a special collar that would allow our dogs to *talk* to us. I originally wrote about this [...]

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Golden pup Tucker needs our help

Golden Beginnings Golden Retriever Rescue needs our help. As soon as I saw Tucker and learned his story, I rushed over to provide a donation. Tucker came to us with his sister, Hannah from a backyard breeder in the Huntsville, TX area. Our volunteer in the area, Marjorie, had been watching this breeder sell litter [...]

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Golden Retriever Zeus needs a new family asap

Zeus is an 11- year-old male Golden Retriever who found his way to Adopt A Golden after his owner passed away. The relatives simply took Zeus to the animal shelter on a weekend. We were notified and knew that a senior golden who was totally confused and bewildered at being left there alone would not [...]

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I love this singing 3-week-old Golden Retriever pup

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Sunbear Squad Watch Tip of the Week: July 12th

The Sunbear Squad has resolved to make a difference for neglected and abused companion animals. They are transforming animal lovers into animal welfare defenders — with knowledge, tools, and inspiration. Watch Tip: Watch for dogs and cats dumped next to busy highways. Call the authorities immediately, and take them to safety if you can. Be [...]

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Sit! Stay! Snuggle!: An Iraq Vet & his Service Golden Retriever Tuesday

I loved discovering Tuesday this Saturday morning. It will surely brighten your day as well. Like any other golden retriever seeking a treat, Tuesday nudged his owner’s hand with his snout one recent morning and waited expectantly. Luis Carlos Montalvan got up from a chair in his small Brooklyn apartment and walked to the kitchen. [...]

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Kids and Paws – Furever Love Photo Contest

“The dog was created specially for children. He is the g-d of frolic.” – Henry Ward Beecher Now, get on over and submit an entry in my Kids and Paws – Furever Love Photo Contest . It costs nothing to enter and there is a HUGE $600 prize package. The entries can incorporate any breed [...]

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Ben and Golden Jake . . . finally reunited

Oh my. I just read the following story on one of my Golden Retriever lists (h/t Sandy). It is simply amazing … on so many levels — clearly a story that refuses to leave one’s consciousness. I will simply cling to the desire for Jake’s perceptions to have been spot on. BEN AND JAKE by [...]

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Sweet love

Meet Golden Retriever Tinka and her best friend Pinky, the Lionhead Rabbit. Tinka really does love her Pinky, and Pinky definitely sticks around her because she knows that.

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Okay, let’s get real now.

This is just crazy. I’ve been running a fun Kids and Paws – Furever Love Photo Contest for a bit now and am thoroughly bewildered at the lack of votes for some of the incredible entries. For instance, all of the fabulous entries below have 0 votes. Zero, none, zip, nada. Go vote on these [...]

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