February 17, 2007
Darlene
Arden announces the winner of
the Best in Show, along with the group winners. Jerry Grymek,
the NY Hotel Penn, tells us about all of the strange food requests
for the dogs, brought to you by DogSure.
Westminster Winners
Darlene Arden
Darlene tells us a little something
about this years' Westminster winners.
BEST IN SHOW: Felicity's Diamond Jim;
Breed: Spaniel (English Springer)
WORKING: Redwitch Reason To Believe; Breed: Akita
TERRIER: Hobergays Fineus Fogg; Breed: Dandie Dinmont Terrier
TOY: Smash Jp Win A Victory; Breed: Poodle (Toy)
NON-SPORTING: Brighton Minimoto; Breed: Poodle (Standard)
SPORTING: Felicity's Diamond Jim; Breed: Spaniel (English Springer)
HOUND: Celestial Cj's Jolly Fairchild; Breed: Petit Bassets Griffons
Vendeen
HERDING: Ace's Indelible Mark HT; Breed: Bouviers des Flandres
http://www.DarleneArden.com
Westminster Doggy Concierge
Jerry Grymek, Dog Concierge
New York's Hotel Pennsylvania
As with every year since Westminster
began, New York's Hotel Pennsylvania is overcome with dogs. But
that's okay with them; they're a year-round dog-friendly hotel.
Hear Jerry Grymek tell some of the funny stories about the requests
of Westminster guardians for their dogs. And do you know the most
ordered items that are requested from room service? I'll give
you a hint cheeseburgers are at the top of the list. But
to hear more, you'll have to tune in!
http://www.HotelPenn.com
Hero - A Dog
Britt Savage
Shannon Lorio was recently in a
car accident in a remote area. During the accident, her car went
down an embankment and she was ejected from the vehicle. She then
found herself alone when she heard something approaching in the
woods. Shannon, initially fearful, was then confronted by a large
dog.
The dog managed to pull her by her collar and was able to drag her approximately 50 yards through the woods to the edge of a highway. The dog then let her lean on him so she could flag down help.
The dog was taken to a shelter where his owners refused to claim him, stating that he was always taking off. Shannon couldn't adopt him because she already has six dogs.
The dog has now been named hero and is currently being evaluated for search and rescue work since this seems to be what he does best! He has also received over 50 offers from people wanting to adopt him.
Give Your Pooch a Massage and You'll
Both Feel Better
Dr. Jim Humphries, Veterinary
News Network
When we pet our dogs, we know by
looking into their dreamy eyes how good it must feel. But what
about giving our dogs a massage? Well, I think it's a good idea.
Petting and massage are different.
Massage is a deliberate and focused technique, with each stroke controlled in pressure, direction and intention. Experts claim that massage increases blood circulation and lymph movement and brings a sense of comfort and tranquility. Studies show that when people have affectionate contact with their dog's skin for just a few minutes, measurable amounts of positive bio-chemicals are released into the bodies of both the dog and the person. While we always knew this act made us feel good, we did not know how good it was for us.
Petting dogs helps to lower blood pressure,
decrease cholesterol levels, minimize stress by dropping chortisol
levels, blunt chronic pain, elevate moods and even raise children's
IQ scores. According to Dr. Narda Robinson at Colorado State University,
what remains unknown is whether the benefits from massage arise
simply from gentle touch, or whether the mechanical impact of
massage itself yields helpful benefits.
With so many massage techniques available, it would be helpful
to know which specific method optimizes performance, promotes
healing, increase relaxation and prevents injuries. Either way,
you should give it a try. You both will benefit from it.
http://www.VetNewsNet.com
Clicker Training a Cat
Marilyn Krieger, Certified
Cat Behavior Consultant
Believe it or not, cats are very
trainable. Marilyn talks about the use of clicker training, which
is based on positive reinforcement and operant conditioning to
train cats. Cats, for the most part, enjoy the challenges of training
and the interactions with their human companions. An added benefit
of training is that many unappreciated behaviors disappear when
cats are trained.
Clicker training cats works well on cats that are treat motivated. The trick is finding the right treat, such as dehydrated chicken or turkey that they will do anything for. In order for there to be no confusion with the clicking, you can add a verbal command with the click.
Listen in and find out how to correct
behaviors in your cat!
http://www.TheCatCoach.com
Storybooks of Stone Animals in
Rock Art
Rae Ann Kumelos, Voice of the
Animal
On rock art from Norway to the
Southwest, France to Peru, discover how the elements of earth
are used to communicate the story and spirit of the animals who
lived in the far distant past.
http://www.VoiceOfTheAnimal.org
Brooklyn Goat Escapes Slaughterhouse
Susie Coston, Farm Sanctuary's
New York Shelter Director
Wandering aimlessly among the alleyways
and busy streets of Brooklyn, NY, Joey, a young floppy-eared goat
around six months old, easily stood out to passersby. Joey's ear
was tagged for slaughter, indicating he most likely escaped from
one of the multiple live markets or slaughterhouses scattered
throughout Brooklyn and other boroughs in New York City. Upon
entering a busy intersection on Hoyt Street, someone took notice
of this out-of-place farm animal and called the Brooklyn branch
of Animal Care & Control of New York City (AC&C). Though
able to rescue him from the city streets, AC&C is not able
to keep farm animals in their shelters, so Farm Sanctuary was
called.
Now in safe hands at Farm Sanctuary, Joey
will receive a full medical check to make sure he is healthy.
He will then be introduced to the other 34 goats residing at Farm
Sanctuary's New York Shelter. All have come from various rescue
and abuse cases across the U.S., including one goat, Simon, who
was also rescued off the streets of Brooklyn, found near several
live markets. Other slaughterhouse escapees residing at Farm Sanctuary's
New York Shelter include Queenie, a cow who escaped a slaughterhouse
in Queens, NY; Cinci Freedom, a cow who jumped a 6-foot fence
at a slaughterhouse in Cincinnati, OH; and Annie Dodge, a cow
who escaped an auction house in Vermont.
http://www.FarmSanctuary.org
Why Does My Dog Do That?
Arden Moore, The Dog Behavior
Answer Book
In
Arden's latest book, she answers actual questions from owners
like you who just want to enjoy a great relationship with that
tail-wagger sharing their home. Over the past 5 years she has
collected queries posed to her during appearances on television
and radio pet shows.
Do you ever wonder why your dog turns
around several times before lying down? Or which breeds are the
easiest and hardest to train? Arden answers these and other questions
you may have but were afraid to ask!
http://www.ArdenMoore.com
SPAY DAY U*S*A
Dr. Eric Davis, Director of
Rural Area Veterinary Services
Dr. Eric Davis will perform 50
surgeries in conjunction with Spay Day USA, February 27th, a day
to shine a national spotlight on spay/neuter as the simple, humane
solution to the tragedy of pet overpopulation. During Spay Day
USA, concerned community members-including veterinarians, animal
welfare professionals and animal guardians-join forces to spay
or neuter as many animals as possible, to educate the public about
the importance of spay/neuter and to raise needed funds for spay/neuter.
Since Spay Day USA's inception in 1995, event participants have
spayed or neutered an estimated 1,366,000 companion animals and
feral cats, saving potentially millions of animal lives.
Dr. Davis developed the Humane Society
of the United States' Rural Area Veterinary Services Program (RAVS)
in 1995. The RAVS program combines high quality direct-care veterinary
field clinics with clinical training for future veterinary professionals
to improve the health and welfare of animals in remote rural communities.
http://www.ruralareavet.org
http://SpayDayUSA.org
Feral Adventures in the Backyard Jungle
Nina Malkin, An Unlikely Cat Lady
A
Brooklyn woman who "has it all" gets a lot more than
she bargained for when a family of wild cats moves into her backyard.
Anyone who has ever fed a feral cat can relate to Nina's stories. She will have you laughing out loud when you read her descriptions of these little kittens who come at her like "jacked up marines storming a beach" or like "PMS plagued shoppers at a Barney's Warehouse Sale."
This book is packed with insights and
information on feline behavior and the nuts and bolts of cat caretaking.
So, sit back and enjoy!
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