Groomer Has It Season Two Casting Call Erinlee Adamson, Assoc. Casting Producer, Animal Planet
Animal Planet's
newest hit show "Groomer Has It" is a competition based
reality show challenging dog groomers from around the country
to be the next "Groomer Of The Year" and to win $50,000
cash! They are looking for Dog Groomers with skills, personality,
competitive spirit and tons of passion for what they do. Last
year's amazing cast helped introduce America to the world of dog
grooming and now they are on season two and looking for 12 new
groomers. New groomer, or years of experience, mobile or salon
they want the best!
Do you have what it takes to be the next
"Groomer Of The Year?" If so, call or send an email
to: Kathryn 310-727-3337 x 71272, groomerhasit@gmail.com. Include in email:
name, age, contact number, grooming experience and a photo!! Must
be 18+ and legal US resident.
$50 Million Raised So Why Doesn't the Humane Society
of Louisiana Have a Shelter? Wendy Diamond, Animal Fair
Frances Hayward, BeKind
Wendy
Diamond, Chairwoman of the Katrina Pet Memorial and BeKind founder
Frances Hayward have made it their cause to raise funds to build
a Humane Society of New Orleans with a slew of charity benefits.
They also recently unveiled a Pet Memorial at the New Orleans'
Court House
They are trying to bring awareness to
the estimated $50 million that was raised for Katrina animals,
yet the Humane Society of Louisiana in New Orleans is still without
a shelter. The pets that survived are now housed two hours from
the city in Tylertown in shacks, where they are cared for and
hope to be adopted.
Wendy Diamond is a Pet Lifestyle Expert
for the Today Show on NBC, the editor of Animal Fair Magazine and is currently starring
on CBS' Greatest American Dog and an advocate for the underdog
for the past decade.
Frances
Hayward is the founder of
BeKind, an organization that helps animals in need and raises
awareness to their plights from illegal dog fighting to the use
of barbaric trapping to rescuing animals and finding them homes.
Their vision is to open a pet friendly complex with exciting local
attractions including a dog park, a Cruelty Investigations Bureau,
a pet boutique, a wildlife rehab facility and more! For more information,
contact the Humane Society of Louisiana at www.HumaneLA.org or 1-888-6-HUMANE.
Fox Terrier Is Aggressive With
Other Dogs
This dog has not had any formal training nor has he been socialized
to be around other dogs. Before you do anything with this type
of dog, you need to hire a hands-on trainer. You also need to
do special behavior obedience training, which will establish you
in the position of authority.
Dog Chews On Electronics
This dog travels in a truck with 5 other dogs. Every time he is
left alone in the truck with the other dogs, he chews on remote
controls, blue tooth, or any other electronics he can get a hold
of. Vladae explains how to stop this bad behavior.
10-Year-Old Schnauzer Still Marks
First, look at the privileges your dog has in the house. He can't
be allowed to sleep in the bed and he can't jump on the furniture.
Chose one room that he is not allowed to go in. When it comes
to dinnertime, the family eats first, before the dog, and don't
let the dog approach the table. Teach him simple obedience commands
such as "sit" and "stay" in the areas that
he is marking. This is a way of marking your territory. If you
mark your territory, your dog will not mark his.
How to Become A CCO - Chief Canine
Officer
You can become a CCO to your dog by doing the following:
1. Be consistent. Dogs don't understand inconsistency.
2. Stop talking start acting.
3. Put some teeth in the consequences.
4. Win the war without losing any single battle.
By following these rules, you will become the ultimate boss to
your dog! http://www.911dogwizard.com
Sweet Treats May Cause Heart Attacks for
Dog Owners Dr. Jim Humphries, Veterinary
News Network The sugar substitute Xylitol has
been developed in the fight against tooth decay and in helping
diabetics gain better control over their disease.
However, this popular sweetener may be
devastating to the family pet. New research is now being released
and it shows that the ingestion of Xylitol by dogs can cause liver
failure and even death. Reports from the ASPCA Poison Control
Center show that the number of Xylitol related pet exposure is
on the rise and that rise has many veterinarians and pet owners
quite concerned. For years veterinarians have suspected that Xylitol
could make dogs sick, but a recent article in the Journal of the
American Veterinary Medical Association has documented the outcome
of several cases of Xylitol ingestion for two years. Five of eight
dogs died or had to be euthanized due to complications coming
from Xylitol ingestion.
Often found in human mints, sugar-free
gum, toothpaste and sweets, Xylitol has been a popular sugar substitute
since the 1960's. However, since then, researchers found that
even a small amount of Xylitol can cause liver damage and even
death in dogs. Dogs who ingest large amounts of Xylitol have sudden
and profound drops in their blood sugar levels, leading to weakness
and uncoordinated movements. Occasionally, seizures have been
seen as well. However, even small amounts of Xylitol are not safe.
As little as one gram of Xylitol can set off a chain of events
leading to liver damage. A dog could receive this amount in just
a few candies or sticks of gum containing the sugar substitute.
Xylitol has also been found in children's chewable multi-vitamins
and certain cough medicines and even mouthwashes.
Although most pet owner's routine is to
give some sort of people food to their dogs, even though we tell
them not to, the JAVMA Report should be a wake-up call to everyone,
showing that many foods are not safe for pets even though they
are common and safe for people. Any pet owner concerned about
anything their dog has ingested should seek veterinary medical
attention immediately. http://www.myvnn.com
Man Smuggles Monkeys - in His Pants!
Robert Cusack thought he was going to get away with smuggling
animals through the Los Angeles Airport until one of the birds,
a rare bird of paradise, escaped from his suitcase. At that time,
all he could do was confess and declare the other animals he was
smuggling.
It turned out the other animals were two
monkeys, which he had smuggled in his underwear. Cusack served
a sentence of five and a half months in prison and paid $1,100
in fines.
It seems his traveling companion, Chris
Edward Mulloy, was able to get two newborn Asian leopards past
the customs agents. Mulloy was recently arrested and is waiting
arraignment.
Monkeys
Are As Smart As College Students
It's pretty common knowledge that some college students have more
than studying on their minds. But even with all of that monkeying
around, you'd think that students at Duke University would be
smarter than a monkey.
A recent study at Duke pitted two female
monkeys against fourteen college students. Both were asked to
solve math problems. They were shown two sets of dots on flashcards,
which they had to mentally add. The humans were not allowed to
count or verbalize as they worked. Surprisingly, the monkeys did
about as well as the college students.
The research pointed to the importance
of language in helping humans solve more advanced calculations.
Both teams were paid for the efforts. The college students received
$10, and the monkeys; they got their favorite drink Kool-Aid.
Is Pet Insurance Worth It? Lee Van Kirk, CEO Tartan Media Group Is pet insurance
worth it? We ask Lee Van Kirk, CEO of Tartan Media Group, Inc.
He has been in the insurance industry as a General Agent and consultant
for over 17 years. Since 2001, he has focused in the Pet Insurance
industry, consulting to some of the largest pet insurance companies
in the US and Canada.
Lee states that if you decide on a savings
account instead of pet insurance, be aware that your savings account
is not going to reimburse you for some of the rather high costing
veterinary programs that they have available today. Veterinarians
today can do just about everything that medical doctors can do
for humans, such as MRI's and cancer treatment and the costs are
proportionate. In some cases, they even cost more for an animal
than they would for a human.
How do I choose a pet insurance company?
Make sure you decide on an insurer who has a long and solid track
record of being in business and paying out claims (at least 7
years or more). Avoid start up companies even if they claim to
have experienced managers in the pet insurance industry because
Insurance companies claim that frequently but it isn't always
so. Look for stability and length of time the companies been around.
Avoid newer companies because 60 companies have come and gone
in the last 20 years.
What should I look for in comprehensive coverage?
Some pet health insurance companies offer medical plan add-ons
that reimburse for preventative care and additionally increase
the monetary allowances for cancer treatments and other health
issues. Find a company that is transparent in their reimbursements.
If the insurance company promises to reimburse 80% of eligible
veterinary fees is there a reasonable and customary limit. Look
for a published schedule of benefits for your major medical expenses
...Don't be surprised. What you see on a published benefit list
is what you get.
Do Pet insurance companies cover pets other than dogs and cats? Some pet health insurers cover birds and exotics such as lizards
and snakes. Be careful that you apply the same diligence to those
published benefits as others do for their dogs and cats.
Who is available to ask about pet health insurance? Above all ask your veterinarian about pet insurance. Although
he cannot endorse a company (usually) he will know the answers.
Also visit www.petinsurance.com
for other answers about pet insurance. http://www.tartanmediagroup.com
Cats
in Boutiques
I was shopping in a vintage record shop the other day, and what
is it with these mom and pop shop owners who think we want to
be rummaging through their stuff and coming across their cat,
"Rusty," slumbering on the shelves? I almost had a heart
attack! I don't know how many boutiques I have been to in my life
and there's just cats lumbering around with the "catitude"
that cat attitude like "This is my place! You can shop if
you want, but don't give me a dirty look, don't look at me that
way, I'm the one who is sleeping Buddy!"
This big fat cat, I don't know what kind
he was, but God Bless Him, he was adorable in retrospect, but
at first I thought it was a stuffed animal. But then his chest
heaved and I almost freaked out! I don't know how many stores
there have been in my life that I have gone into, and there aren't
any signs indicating you may stumble across one of God's beautiful
little creatures, and it may hiss at you! You could be losing
business, but I appreciate you want to be close to your animal,
you want to be close to "Rusty," you want to be close
to whatever freakish name you've come up with for your pet. But,
you could be blowing business.
I was afraid if I went over to
the clerk and said, "Hey, you got any vintage Allman Brothers?"
And, he would say, "Yeah, over in the litter box down the
left hand side of the store." I don't want to be brushing
hardened cat poo off of my Mott The Hoople album. Maybe it's just
me, I don't know. Maybe there are dozens of people who find it
endearing and they want to stroke the cat's belly. It gets them
fired up to make even a bigger purchase than they were going to
make. Maybe they say, "Here, take two credit cards just because
you're a cat lover just like I am."
But for those of us who (1) prefer dogs,
and (2) aren't expecting to see something alive on a store shelf,
you might want to warn us. You might want to give us a "heads
up." I was actually scared to ask if you have any Cat Stevens,
because who knew what I was going to find behind those!
Pigeon Jailed
Bosnian security forces have jailed a pigeon after its jail-bird
owners were found way "higher" than is normal for prisoners.
It's thought the bird transported tiny bags of heroin strapped
to its legs into the High Security Zenica prison. The bird's owner
and three other inmates later tested positive for the drug. Officials
now have to decide on the future of a rehabilitation program at
the jail, which encouraged prisoners to breed pigeons - none of
which was allegedly involved in the smuggling.
Poodle vs. The Three Bears
There was a happy ending in Northern New Jersey after what could
have been another sad bear attack statistic believe it or not,
a 15-pound cocker spaniel-poodle got the better of 3 bears. The
Osiason family didn't think twice about letting their cute as
a button 8-month-old pup into the back yard. But when he started
barking 9-year-old Jacob went to check only to rush back
in saying there were bears out there. But he needn't have worried
tiny Pawlee was on the job, having initially treed the trio.
Cat Lives 7 Weeks Under Bath Tub
Ever laid back in the bathtub and wondered where the wailing sound
was coming from?
A family in Germany couldn't believe their luck after discovering
that their much-loved 4-year-old cat had been accidentally walled
in underneath the bathtub. Little Bonny disappeared while workmen
were replacing tiles in a block of flats. She must've initially
kept very quiet, but seven long weeks later her owner heard
her plaintive meows. A vet suggested that having dropped from
13 to 4 pounds she was too weak and should be euthanized
but Monika Hoppert refused and little Bonny is almost
back to normal.
Dog Cares For Human Baby
An Argentinean farmer has found a newborn baby being cared for
by his dog. The newborn was naked and being kept warm by
the dog's puppies. La Plata police eventually tracked down the
child's mother a 14-year-old girl- who reportedly abandoned
the baby after giving birth in a paddock. It's believed the dog
carried the baby to its own kennel saving her from almost
certain death.
Mother Gorilla Mourns For Her Baby
The world has seen first-hand that gorillas mourn their dead,
after a female gorilla at a zoo in Germany tried in vain to resuscitate
her 3 month old baby. Gana the gorilla gently shook and stroked
her son Claudio, apparently trying to restore movement to his
lolling head and limp arms. Watchers wept at this open display
of grief previously thought to be restricted to more evolved
species, such as humans.
Man Escapes Death Then is Arrested
A Japanese man has discovered that there's more than one downside
to keeping 51 of the world's most venomous snakes in his tiny
Tokyo apartment. Nobukazu Kashiwagi was bitten by an eastern green
mamba a deadly southeast African snake and only just
managed to phone for an ambulance before collapsing unconscious.
Paramedics rushed the 41 year old to a hospital where doctors
administered anti-venom - just in time for him to discover the
other downside police waiting by his bed to arrest him.
Seems Kashiwagi neglected to get a permit to keep poisonous snakes
now his deadly pets will get a nice new spacious home in
a zoo and Kashiwagi will be the one behind bars. Listen to Current World News
Enrich Your Indoor Cat's Life Dr. Jim Humphries, Veterinary
News Network Enrichment is important to a cat's health and
happiness. Most cat owners feel if they provide their indoor feline
family with good food, plenty of fresh water and routine veterinary
care, they'll live happy and healthy full lives. But cats destined
to thrive and not just survive, need a lot more says Dr. Tony
Buffington, Founder of the Indoor Cat Initiative. His goal is
to enrich the lives of indoor cats. Here are seven things you
can do to improve your cat's environment that are proven to decrease
your cat's stress and improve its overall health.
1. Be a friend. (Play with your cat)
2. Be a "litter" bug. (Keep his litter clean)
3. Get you cat "high." (Make sure he has high places
to go like window sills)
4. Plan a hunt. (Put treats around the house that he has to hunt
for)
5. Scratch an itch. (Maker sure your cat has an appropriate scratching
post)
6. Take on water. (Provide you cat with an aerator pet water fountain)
7. Be a Wizard of Oz (Cats like alone time) http://www.myvnn.com
Pets Find Sanctuary During Gustav
Residents fleeing hurricane Gustav have found sanctuary for themselves
and their pets throughout the south in stark contrast to Hurricane
Katrina. Many evacuees in Alabama who found the Birmingham Jefferson
Civic Center overcrowded, were welcomed by the Moody United Methodist
Church. The church stepped up to house men, women, children and
animals. In Odenville, the Paws N Claws boarding center housed
Gustav evacuees of the furry variety. Owner Sandra Cross said
they began taking in pets on Saturday and stayed open all night
over the weekend. Cross was also giving the evacuees a discount
saying, "Given what these people are going through, I just
can't charge them full price."
Dog
Toy Recall
A dog toy recall is making news this weekend after some dogs have
suffered severe tongue injuries while playing with the "pimple
ball." The Long Island pet supply company, Four Paws, is
recalling the chew toy while blaming a manufacturing defect for
the problem. The company is urging anyone who purchased their
pimple ball with bell or several other items listed on their web
site to return the product. One veterinarian had to cut a hole
in the ball to remove one dog's swollen tongue from the device.
Former TV Star Loses Tortoise
The saga of Tom the tortoise began five weeks ago when the Jones
family of Cardiff Wales last saw the pet reptile. When Ruth Jones
realized her tortoise was missing, the former TV star put up posters
all around town asking for help in finding her wayward pet. It
seems the 55 year old tortoise climbed into a recycling bag and
was just seconds from death when he was rescued from the conveyor
belt by an alert plant worker. Tom was reunited with the Jones
family safe and sound. One plant worker said, "It was a huge
surprise to see a tortoise on the line, we get some incorrect
materials coming through here, but it is the first time for a
tortoise."
My Cat Sucks His Tail
My Siamese cat sucks his tail constantly and the tip is actually
discolored! - Sometimes Siamese cats can have some strange behaviors.
Many people think they lacked something when they were nursing
or perhaps they didn't have enough contact with their mothers.
But, this isn't necessarily true. Perhaps they are just bored
and find it soothing, or perhaps they are looking for attention.
My Cat Has Dandruff On Her Backside
There could be many things that could be going on. First, look
for parasites such as fleas and ticks. There is also a type of
mite that is called "walking dandruff" that needs to
be diagnosed by your veterinarian. This can easily be treated
with flea medication and or medicated shampoo. For portly cats,
they have trouble reaching certain areas and can't distribute
the oil on their hair very well. If your cat is overweight, a
daily brushing will help distribute those oils. Also, fatty acids
added to their diet can help their hair coat.
My Cat Throws Up Regularly
Vomiting cats seem to be the mainstay of veterinary medicine.
The thing that most veterinarians find frustrating about vomiting
cats is that there are so many causes, so it is hard to diagnose
the reason. Hairballs could be a concern, so daily brushing and
adding hairball laxatives is a good start. You may want think
about a hypoallergenic diet. Also, a good solid medical workup
from your veterinarian is highly suggested to get a baseline.
Here's your chance
to win passes to a special advance screening of the hilarious
new doggie adventure-comedy BEVERLY HILLS CHIHUAHUA from Walt
Disney Pictures. If you live in one of the cities holding a special
advance screening (Albuquerque, Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston,
Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas/Ft.
Worth, Denver, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Hartford, Honolulu, Houston,
Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles-Orange
County, Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, Milwaukee, Minneapolis/St. Paul,
Nashville, New York City/Long Island, Norfolk, Orlando, Philadelphia,
Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, Raleigh/Durham, Sacramento, Salt
Lake City, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco-San Jose, Seattle,
St. Louis, Tampa/St. Petersburg and Washington DC) listen for
a chance to call in and receive passes for a family of four to
attend the advance screening in your local market. If you don't
live in one of those cities, we'll have a second-chance drawing
to win a set of movie t-shirts for an adult, a child and a Chihuahua!
BEVERLY HILLS CHIHUAHUA opens in theatres everywhere October 3rd
but Animal Radio® is taking you to see it first!"
The cast of BEVERLY HILLS CHIHUAHUA includes: Piper Perabo, Manolo
Cardona, Eugenio Derbez and Jamie Lee Curtis with the voices of
Andy Garcia, Plácido Domingo, George Lopez, Edward James
Olmos, Paul Rodriguez, Cheech Marin, Luis Guzman, Eddie "Piolin"
Sotelo, and Drew Barrymore as the voice of Chloe. Chloe (voice
of DREW BARRYMORE), a diamond-clad, bootie wearing Beverly Hills
Chihuahua enjoys her luxurious lifestyle so much, she hardly notices
Papi (voice of GEORGE LOPEZ), a hilarious Chihuahua who happens
to be crazy for Chloe. But when the most pampered pooch gets lost
in Mexico with only a street-wise German Shepherd (voice of ANDY
GARCIA) to help her find her way home, Papi heads south of the
border joining forces with a motley crew: three dogs (voices
of PLÁCIDO DOMINGO, LUIS GUZMAN and EDDIE "PIOLIN"
SOTELO), two humans (PIPER PERABO, MANOLO CARDONA), a sly rat
(voice of CHEECH MARIN) and a nervous iguana (voice of PAUL RODRIGUEZ)
to rescue his true love.
Here are some fun facts about the movie:
· FACT 1: The film features a truly international cast
of dogs and a variety of breeds -Dobermans, German Shepherds,
Poodles, Pugs, Chinese Cresteds, a French Bulldog, a St. Bernard,
a Labrador, a Border Terrier, a Dachshund, a Boston Terrier, a
Yorkie, a Beagle, a Dalmatian, a Border Collie, a Pomeranian,
a Bichon and Pekingese. Some were found at rescues in Los Angeles
and Mexico -- some were seasoned Hollywood dogs. Half of them
understand Spanish, half of them understand English.
· FACT 2: In addition to more than 200 dogs of various
breeds, the film features appearances by many different types
of animals, including snakes, pigeons, coyotes and a mountain
lion, plus two virtual animals a rat and an iguana.
· FACT 3: "Rusco," (ROOS-KO) the Chihuahua tapped
for head hound PAPI, was rescued from a shelter. It was his big
ears and great expression that attracted the filmmakers to the
part-Chihuahua, part-mutt mix. Rusco has since found a permanent
home at his trainer's seven-acre ranch outside of L.A. Today,
he hangs out with his new canine brothers and sisters and awaits
his next big Hollywood role.
Animal Planet's
newest hit show "Groomer Has It" is a competition based
reality show challenging dog groomers from around the country
to be the next "Groomer Of The Year" and to win $50,000
cash! They are looking for Dog Groomers with skills, personality,
competitive spirit and tons of passion for what they do. Last
year's amazing cast helped introduce America to the world of dog
grooming and now they are on season two and looking for 12 new
groomers. New groomer, or years of experience, mobile or salon
they want the best!
Wendy
Diamond, Chairwoman of the Katrina Pet Memorial and BeKind founder
Frances Hayward have made it their cause to raise funds to build
a Humane Society of New Orleans with a slew of charity benefits.
They also recently unveiled a Pet Memorial at the New Orleans'
Court House
Frances
Hayward is the founder of
Fox Terrier Is Aggressive With
Other Dogs
The sugar substitute Xylitol has
been developed in the fight against tooth decay and in helping
diabetics gain better control over their disease.
Man Smuggles Monkeys - in His Pants!
Monkeys
Are As Smart As College Students
Is pet insurance
worth it? We ask Lee Van Kirk, CEO of Tartan Media Group, Inc.
He has been in the insurance industry as a General Agent and consultant
for over 17 years. Since 2001, he has focused in the Pet Insurance
industry, consulting to some of the largest pet insurance companies
in the US and Canada.
Cats
in Boutiques
I was afraid if I went over to
the clerk and said, "Hey, you got any vintage Allman Brothers?"
And, he would say, "Yeah, over in the litter box down the
left hand side of the store." I don't want to be brushing
hardened cat poo off of my Mott The Hoople album. Maybe it's just
me, I don't know. Maybe there are dozens of people who find it
endearing and they want to stroke the cat's belly. It gets them
fired up to make even a bigger purchase than they were going to
make. Maybe they say, "Here, take two credit cards just because
you're a cat lover just like I am."
Pigeon Jailed
Mother Gorilla Mourns For Her Baby
Enrichment is important to a cat's health and
happiness. Most cat owners feel if they provide their indoor feline
family with good food, plenty of fresh water and routine veterinary
care, they'll live happy and healthy full lives. But cats destined
to thrive and not just survive, need a lot more says Dr. Tony
Buffington, Founder of the Indoor Cat Initiative. His goal is
to enrich the lives of indoor cats. Here are seven things you
can do to improve your cat's environment that are proven to decrease
your cat's stress and improve its overall health.
Pets Find Sanctuary During Gustav
Dog
Toy Recall
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Here's your chance
to win passes to a special advance screening of the hilarious
new doggie adventure-comedy BEVERLY HILLS CHIHUAHUA from Walt
Disney Pictures. If you live in one of the cities holding a special
advance screening (Albuquerque, Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston,
Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas/Ft.
Worth, Denver, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Hartford, Honolulu, Houston,
Indianapolis, Jacksonville, Kansas City, Las Vegas, Los Angeles-Orange
County, Miami/Ft. Lauderdale, Milwaukee, Minneapolis/St. Paul,
Nashville, New York City/Long Island, Norfolk, Orlando, Philadelphia,
Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, Raleigh/Durham, Sacramento, Salt
Lake City, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco-San Jose, Seattle,
St. Louis, Tampa/St. Petersburg and Washington DC) listen for
a chance to call in and receive passes for a family of four to
attend the advance screening in your local market. If you don't
live in one of those cities, we'll have a second-chance drawing
to win a set of movie t-shirts for an adult, a child and a Chihuahua!
BEVERLY HILLS CHIHUAHUA opens in theatres everywhere October 3rd
but Animal Radio® is taking you to see it first!"
