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Lilly, the Pit Bull Hero

An 8-year-old pit bull named Lilly saved the life of her owner, but was severely injured by an approaching train. Lilly had been rescued by a police officer years to be a companion for his mother. When her owner collapsed on the railroad tracks just before midnight, Lilly pulled her out of harm’s way, then stood between her and the train. (Click for full article.)

This really happened as depicted. The dog, Barney, was in a car driven by his owner. A drunk driver smashed into the car and the owner did not survive. Barney evidently left the scene of the accident and headed into the nearby water. He was saved because of the kindness of the kayaker. Although injured, Barney was taken to a vet and has recovered and is now living with his owner’s family.

This is another serious video that, again, has a happy ending for the pooch. This lab, Charlie, was pulled safely from the icy river and made a full recovery. He was returned to his guardian.

	Foxtails: Get Rid of Them Now	If your yard has foxtails, get rid of them now. Foxtails are of utmost concern to dog guardians because they can pose a serious threat to your dog’s life. This is particularly true for long-haired dogs(Click for full article)
	Dog Food Recall	May 5, 2012 – Important Update Diamond Pet Foods has today announced that it is expanding its voluntary recall to include batches of nine brands of dry pet food formulations due to potential contamination with Salmonella bacteria.(Click for full article)
	Cataracts in Dogs	Cataracts are a common problem in dogs and occur in the lens of your dog’s eye. In the normal canine eye, the lens aids in focusing the eye and should normally be clear without any opacities. Essentially, a cataract occurs when an opaque area forms within the lens of the eye, making it impossible for light to penetrate the affected area. (Click for full article)
	What are Those Byproducts on Some Dog Food Labels?	Being a good dog guardian includes being aware of what is in your dog’s commercial dog food. Dr. Shawn Messonnier D.V.M., has given us permission to print this excerpt from his book, 8 Weeks To A Healthy Dog.(Click for full article)
	What are Those Preservatives in Some Commercial Dog Food?	You should be aware of preservatives that are used in your dog’s commercial dog food. Knowing this can help you to become a better dog guardian. This is also from Dr. Messonnier’s book, 8 Weeks To A Healthy Dog(Click for full article)
	Chicken Cookie Treats for Dogs	Here is a modified recipe for chicken cookies for dogs. Like all new food that you want to try, talk with your veterinarian first before giving it to your dogs.(Click for full article)
	IAMS Dog Food Recall	Proctor & Gamble has voluntarily recalled one production lot of IAMS ProActive Health Smart Puppy dry dog food, due to detected aflatoxin levels that are above the accepted limit.(Click for full article)
	Microchip Reunites Dog With Family After 8 Years	Here is another reason why you should microchip your pets. John and Kristin Pruitt were reunited with their dog, Petunia, a mixed-breed pit bull who had been missing for eight years. (Click for full article)
	FDA Warning about Chicken Jerky Treats from China	November 18, 2011 The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is again cautioning consumers that chicken jerky products for dogs (also sold as chicken tenders, strips or treats) may be associated with illness in dogs. Not all of these jerky treats look like the ones in the photo on the left. (Click for full article)
	Thundershirt® Could be the Answer to Your Dog’s Anxiety Issues	When a friend told me about Thundershirts® and that she wanted to get one for one of her small dogs because of excessive barking, I checked out the site and ordered one. I found it very easy to put on my dogs.(Click for full article)
	A Non-toxic Way to Get Rid of Fleas on Your Dog	Cedar oil is a proven way to get rid of fleas on your dog. It comes in a 16 ounce or 32 ounce spray bottle. There are more products for different uses available(Click for full article)
	Know Someone Who has Difficulty Paying for Pet Expenses?	Here is a comprehensive list, prepared by The Humane Society, of pet financial aid-related organizations. Some are listed nationwide, and some are listed alphabetically by state. If your animal requires emergency veterinary care and you cannot afford treatment, this listing will help you to contact groups, veterinary schools, and other resources that may help you. (Click for full article)
	Your Dog and Your Liability	Recently, my youngest dog finally got so annoyed with local skateboarders riding by on the sidewalk that she started lunging, snarling, and barking at them whenever she saw them. When she first joined my pack, she didn’t seem to mind them, but now she is so startled by them that she feels the need to protect herself and me when we walk.(Click for full article)
	SURFIN’ SANTA PAWS HOWLIDAY GIVING	This is Surf dog Ricochet’s 3rd year as Surfin’ Santa Paws, and she’s changing things up! This year, she’s lending a helping paw to some very special kids with their howliday projects to help others.(Click for full article)
	IN THE NEWS: Los Angeles’ Dogfighting Tip Line	In a ground-breaking effort against dogfighting, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office has partnered with The HSUS to launch a 24-hour tip line dedicated to eradicating dogfighting. 1-877-NO2FITE(Click for full article)
	I Rescued a Human Today	Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn’t be afraid. As she stopped at my kennel (Click for full article)
	Thinking About Starting Your Own Dog Rescue Group?	You’re thinking of starting a dog rescue and you aren’t quite sure where to begin. The pitfalls are many, but your heart is in the right place. Although many successful rescues are started as a personal quest and/or on a shoestring, you want to make sure that YOUR good intentions are not going to make you wind up as a hoarder (collector) causing even more problems for the rescued dogs. Here are things to consider before you begin.(Click for full article)