By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Feb 01
Last month, I described how in 1991 I had been told to use a choke collar to train our dog Gus and how that damaged our relationship. I defined ...
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By Susan Spisak - Feb 01
When I rang up Somerset Humane Society (SHS) in Skowhegan to learn more about this animal shelter, the friendly Chelsea Braley answered. Since she ...
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - Feb 01
Cushing's disease is a common disease in canines, particularly in smaller breeds. The syndrome occurs when one or both adrenal glands produce an ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Feb 01
Considerations Regarding Puppy Classes
First of all, I do believe socialization is very important and puppy classes can fulfill many needs of dogs ...
By Nancy Holmes - Feb 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Sara Moore - Feb 01
We're a month into the new year, and it's always a great time to check in and see what your pet wants from you! I put the word out that I looking ...
By Dr. Judith Herman - Feb 01
Q. My dog is losing fur. Like lots! What could be going on?
A. There are several reasons for a dog to lose fur. Some causes are normal seasonal ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Feb 01
“Oh, dogs love him!” she said about her husband Tom. Ruh roh! A red flag shoots up when I hear this statement.
We were vacationing together ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Dec 28
In September I wrote the 1st of a series of columns entitled “Things I Wish I Had Known Before I Started Training Dogs” [ FMI – ~ ] This month I ...
By Sara Moore - Dec 28
As you know, your pets love talking to you! So many of you would be able to do this if you could turn off your ego and really trust that your ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Dec 28
Whether it be obedience, rally, agility, tracking, or any other performance sport, is the answer to just keep entering trials if you keep failing? ...
By Susan Spisak - Dec 28
“I think there's lots of things that make us different,” said Joan McBurnie, Executive Director and Manager for Harvest Hills Animal Shelter in ...
By Nancy Holmes - Dec 28
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Dec 28
When you and your dog are enjoying a walk together, how would you like her to behave when she notices another dog? There are several possibilities ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Dec 28
“Stationing” is when a pup stays in a specified location until invited to leave it. Just think how miraculous it is when we can get our dogs to ...
By Dr. Judith Herman - Dec 06
Q. My house is inundated with mice, and they are driving my terrier crazy. I resorted to a poison. Now I am worried Jack will get into it. What ...
Nov 30
Welcome to December! Years ago when I started doing readings for pets, I couldn't believe how many wanted their own stockings for the holidays. ...
By Susan Spisak - Nov 30
Britt Bolnick rescued her first Pit Bull from the streets of New York City 20 years ago, and since then, she's been on a mission. That dog was ...
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - Nov 30
Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia (ITP) is a fairly common disease in dogs and in people. It refers to destruction of blood platelets by the dog's ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Nov 30
What we know about the science of canine behavior and dog training is continually evolving. As such, every year I like to select a new book to ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Nov 30
Agility – Are Manners and Obedience Necessary?
YES, YES, YES! I can't tell you how many times we receive a call from a frustrated pet owner who ...
By Nancy Holmes - Nov 30
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
Nov 30
Q. A week ago my neighbor brought over her new dog to play with my Barney. They had a great time, but now Barney is coughing and making choking ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Nov 08
I was 5 or 6 years old at the time, and my family was taking a drive in Downeast Maine during the wild blueberry season. Oh, how I LOVED blueberrie...
By Susan Spisak - Nov 01
Monique Kramer, D.V.M. and founder of this month's featured non-profit says she has been “doing rescue forever.” In 2005, she obtained a Maine ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Nov 01
Agility, Obedience, Tracking
AKC has a new titling program: The AKC Trick Dog. It is designed so dogs and their owners can have fun learning ...
Nov 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Nov 01
It was a year ago that I first wrote about the formation of the Shock-Free Coalition, an international initiative that “…believes that pets have ...
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - Nov 01
Canine influenza is a highly contagious (Influenza Type A) viral infection affecting dogs (though infection in cats has been reported). Presently, ...
Nov 01
Q. I don't live near an animal emergency clinic. What should I do in an emergency?
A. Being in a rural state and not all veterinary hospitals ...
Nov 01
Hello all! Thank you to everyone who submitted their dog questions to the Sara Moore Enlightened Horizons facebook page. I usually put out a ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Nov 01
They race through them to go out, whether it's the front door, the car door, the crate door or… well, pretty much any door. When someone comes ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Oct 01
Some people are disappointed when they call us asking for pet classes, and we explain that's not what we do; we train performance dogs. While a ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Oct 01
Barking is very normal behavior for any dog, and to expect a dog to be silent is an unrealistic expectation. It is one of many forms of vocalizatio...
By Dr. Cory Mosunic, ... - Oct 01
One common question veterinarians hear from owners is: “How can I tell if my pet is having an eye problem?” Dr. Cory Mosunic, a veterinary ...
By Nancy Holmes - Oct 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Oct 01
Nearly 90 million dogs live in 60 million households in the US. 40% of dog owners own more than one dog.* That's a lot of dog energy! Having ...
By Sara Moore - Oct 01
I can't believe it's October! I do love the cooler nights, colorful leaves, and I can't wait to go apple picking! I wrapped up the summer with a ...
By Dr. Judith Herman - Oct 01
Q. I am ready to get a dog but not sure how to go about it. I want to do it right. Any suggestions?
A. Buying a pup is at least a decade ...
By Susan Spisak - Sep 01
Second Chance Boxer Rescue, Inc. (SCBR) is an independent, 501(c)3 non-profit that places Boxers in loving homes. The Boxers come to them for a ...
By By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Sep 01
In the spring of 1991, we adopted a 12-week old Cairn Terrier named Gus. I had no knowledge of dog training, but a desire to learn. I started to ...
By Loren Candito DVM DACVD - Sep 01
Skin allergies are the most common reason that dogs scratch, lick, and bite at themselves. Dogs experience skin allergy signs such as itching, ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Sep 01
Agility – The Importance of Foundation Skills
Many people will watch agility on TV or at a local trial and make the comment, “my dog could do ...
By Nancy Holmes - Sep 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Dr. Judith Herman - Sep 01
Q. My two year old poodle, Sophie, had a seizure this week. The veterinarian said it was epilepsy. Can you tell me what epilepsy is?
A. Epilepsy ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Sep 01
My client complained about her adolescent dog getting into a jumpy/bitey frenzy where he would spontaneously grab her, bark, jump, scrape her with ...
Sep 01
I can't believe I'm writing a column for September! This summer started out super busy with events, parties, and readings and is now settling down ...
By Susan Spisak - Aug 01
For 25 years, the Maine Greyhound Placement Service (MGPS) has been dedicated to finding terrific homes for retired racing Greyhounds in Maine and ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Aug 01
When we put our dogs into new situations, they often divert their attention away from us and toward anything and everything but us. Sometimes they ...
By April Guille, DVM, ... - Aug 01
Unfortunately, most people know a pet that has eaten something it shouldn't have. These objects, termed "foreign bodies" by the veterinary medical ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Aug 01
On August 5, 2018 at Colby College in Waterville, ME, Mid Coast Kennel Club of Maine will put on a Variable Surface Tracking Test. The test begins ...
By Nancy Holmes - Aug 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Sara Moore - Aug 01
People are always amazed that I can actually communicate with animals, and they're always curious as to what their pet would say to them. Last ...
By Dr. Judith Herman - Aug 01
Q. My friend warned me about frozen dog treats because they are loaded with sugar. Is this true?
A. Just like our processed food we need to read ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Aug 01
See how you and your friends do with this little test. Hey, you might learn something, too!
Each question has 1-3 correct responses. See the end ...
By Susan Spisak - Jul 01
The popular and heartfelt quote, “Saving one dog won't change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will be changed forever,” is the ...
By April Guille, DVM, ... - Jul 01
Last month we discussed cranial cruciate tears and how they are diagnosed. In this article, we will cover some of the surgical options available ...
Jul 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Jul 01
Marijuana and hemp-based products are being promoted for medical reasons for dogs. Research indicates that phytocannabinoid nutraceuticals can be ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Jul 01
Training Your Performance Dog
Agility, Obedience, Tracking
By Carolyn Fuhrer
ACT I and II – AKC Agility: New Agility Opportunity for Beginners
Th...
By Dr. Judith Herman - Jul 01
Q. I just walked down my road and I found 50 ticks on my dog! What is going on?
A. Unfortunately, this is a bumper year for ticks. Though our ...
By Sara Moore - Jul 01
It's summer! I am so excited for beach days, fireflies, and camping. Readings have picked up, and I'm doing my best to juggle my role as mom and ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Jun 01
It's commonplace to witness off-leash dogs charging at top speed towards the object of their attention - joggers, other dogs, passers-by, bikers, ...
By Susan Spisak - Jun 01
Founded in 2011, the 501(c)3 Buddy Up Animal Society's (BUAS) mission is to rescue dogs and cats that are out of options, often in high-kill ...
By April Guille, DVM, ... - Jun 01
A cruciate injury is the most common orthopedic issue we deal with in our canine companions. Chances are that any dog with sudden rear leg ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Jun 01
When we bring a new dog into our home, things do not always work out the way we want. I find that there are two common reasons this occurs; we ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Jun 01
Training Your Performance Dog
Agility, Obedience, Tracking
TD and TDU Tracking Tests: What's The Difference?
The Tracking Dog (TD) test and ...
By Nancy Holmes - Jun 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Sara Moore - Jun 01
Have you looked out the window lately? There are green leaves on trees, flowers are blooming, and spring has finally sprung! Spring brings hope ...
By Dr. Judith Herman - Jun 01
Q. My dog has these rings all over and some are raised. Is it ringworm? Can I catch it?
A. Every spring, we celebrate the coming of the long ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Jun 01
"She's now frightened of the birds at the window feeder."
"DeeDee" (not her real name) is only 15 months old, but she landed in the hospital ...
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - May 01
The pancreas is a glandular organ in the abdomen, which is tucked in the angle between the liver, stomach, and small intestine. This organ ...
By Susan Spisak - May 01
When I rang up Jeana Roth to learn about Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland (ARLGP), we realized we'd talked last year regarding their ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - May 01
This is the last of a five-part series in which I have discussed Brambell's Five Freedoms and how they provide a valuable reference point for ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - May 01
TRACKING –WHAT IS NEEDED FOR FOUNDATION
In order for your dog to be successful in tracking, he needs to learn to work through many situations ...
By Nancy Holmes - May 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Dr. Judith Herman - May 01
Q. My dog has these pieces of skin that are dangling. They don't bother him, but they look gross. Should I be concerned?
A. These growths may be ...
By www.dianalogan.com - May 01
In celebration of this season of planting and growing, I share with you a Doggie Haiku I composed:
"Your Dog is a Garden"
Nurturing good plants
Car...
By Sara Moore - May 01
Hello my friends! Many of you have been reading this column since it began many years ago, and for others, this will be your first time. I'm a ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Apr 01
In the past three months, we have examined the first three of Brambell's Five Freedoms; Freedom from Hunger and Thirst, Freedom from Discomfort, ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Apr 01
Today, more than ever, there are so many opportunities to enter competitions with our dogs. While different venues may have different rules and ...
By Nancy Holmes - Apr 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Sara Moore - Apr 01
For the April Edition of Furry Words, I asked for some suggestions about what to write about, and I'm thrilled with the comments you left me! A ...
By dianalogan.com - Apr 01
I graduated from college with a degree in “Language and Culture.” Yep, it was one of “those” liberal arts degrees that can lead to… what, exactly? ...
By Dr. Judith Herman - Apr 01
Laser Therapy
Q. I do agility with my dog. Lately, I have been hearing a lot about laser therapy from my agility friends. What is it, is it safe, ...
By Susan Spisak - Mar 01
The Kennebec Valley Humane Society (KVHS) has roots dating back to 1927 when a group of animal lovers established the Augusta Humane Society, the ...
By Nancy Holmes - Mar 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Mar 01
Today there is more and more focus on how stress affects our health. These same concepts also apply to our dogs. We, as humans, can use stress ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Mar 01
In the past two months, I have been addressing Brambell's Five Freedoms and how they provide a valuable reference point for assessing a dog's ...
By Sara Moore - Mar 01
For this edition of Furry Words, I have a personal story to share with you. My mom died suddenly in 2001, and not long after, my dad started ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Feb 16
Confession: I am a treat snob
You should be, too!
I am a lazy trainer. I want a happy, enthusiastic learner, quick results, efficient repetitions, ...
By Dr. Judith Herman - Feb 12
Q. I use essential oils all the time for me. Can I use them on my dog?
A. Very good question! Essential oils are very popular right now. Everywhere...
By Susan Spisak - Feb 01
This no-kill facility has faithfully served Downeast Maine since 1984. The Ark, as it's nicknamed, is committed to providing wonderful care and ...
By Nancy Holmes - Feb 01
I am a Carolina Dog, a breed that long ago owned Native American people. We were designed by natural selection to be so intelligent and physically ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Feb 01
Last month I introduced you to Brambell's Five Freedoms and how they provide a valuable reference point for assessing a dog's quality of life. I ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Feb 01
Agility, if introduced and taught correctly, can be a wonderful experience for almost any dog. Agility can help build confidence by exposing dogs ...
By Sara Moore - Feb 01
When I tell you February is the month for celebrating love, what's your visceral reaction? Are you one of those people who dread Valentine's Day ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Feb 01
The frisbee is quickly airborne, arcing up, spinning, lifting, then descending and BAM, the dog leaps up and snatches it out of the sky with ...
Feb 01
Q. I take honey all the time for so many maladies. Can I give it to my dog? Will it work?
A. Honey has been used for centuries. It has been used ...
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