Jan 07
Seven , Kibby, Aki and Reggie a.k.a. Big Red - All waiting for morning treats before we go and play. I cannot begin to tell you how much I adore ...
By Susan Spisak - Jan 01
In 2016, I chatted with Chris Abbe, founder of the 501(c)3 Tall Tails Beagle Rescue (TTBR). I was impressed with his dedicated nonprofit and ...
By Christine D. Calder ... - Jan 01
How common are behavior problems in animals?
It is believed that more pets lose their lives to behavior problems than any other illness. In fact, ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Jan 01
In my December column, I encouraged you to give your pet the gifts of patience, knowledge, and an attitude that emphasizes frequently rewarding ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Jan 01
Thoughts For The New Year: Why Do We Compete?
With a new year starting, many people like to reflect upon the year's past events and set goals for ...
By Nancy Holmes - Jan 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 - Dec 12
Get a Jump Start on the New Year
Tame that Jumping Dog!
What would you do if your young kid had a supply of permanent markers and was clearly set ...
Dec 12
Happy New Year! I hope you celebrated the end of 2019 and are making your list of intentions for 2020. I may have told you this before, but I ...
By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Dec 12
Q. Growing old is tough on my old dog, Buddy. My friends have suggested I give him CBD oil. How safe is it and will it help?
A. There is a lot of ...
Dec 02
“George is the most photogenic and energized pup who loves wind in his ears and acting tough. He's spoiled beyond measure and knows TJ Max bags ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Dec 01
The holidays are upon us, and I have some holiday gift suggestions that will be beneficial to both you and your dog.
The gift of patience –Teaching...
By Gail Mason, DVM, MA, ... - Dec 01
Did you know that dogs have gallbladders just like we do? The gallbladder is a hollow organ that is tucked up against and is connected to the ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Dec 01
Agility, Obedience, Tracking
When will I be ready to enter a competitive event? This is a common question asked by most people who are new to ...
By Susan Spisak - Dec 01
Shannon Nachajko and Mark Deane adopted a black and white Catahoula Leopard, a hunting and herding dog, from a local shelter in 2006. Poncho was ...
Dec 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 - Dec 01
We share a serious obsession with our canine friends: a passion for flying round objects. Balls. Balls of all sizes and colors and textures incite ...
By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Dec 01
Q. It seems my dog constantly licks her feet. Why would she do this?
A. There are several reasons your dog may be licking her paws. The range of ...
Dec 01
Happy December! Why is it that every month when I sit down to write this column about dogs my cats seem to sense it's not about them and work even ...
Nov 08
He was an exceptional dog, loyal, smarter than most people, clumsy, full of zest, protective, empathetic, goofy and the most lovable and loving dog.
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 Carolyn Fuhrer - Nov 01
Sometimes it is good to take a step back and look at our role in the training process. It is important to remember that when you are training your ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Nov 01
Dogs do not come with written instructions, and whether you have an 8-week old puppy, a six-year-old rescue dog, or anything in between having a ...
By Susan Spisak - Nov 01
Athena Carriere's life changed with a Facebook crosspost. It outlined the imminent euthanization of a pregnant southern shelter dog. “I had no ...
By Dr. Meghan Sullivan, ... - Nov 01
Brachycephalic airway syndrome is a common syndrome which is found in breeds who have been purposely bred to have shortened skulls. French ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Nov 01
Here we are, at the tail end of 2019 with 2020 looming close. It's hard to believe another year is about to disappear behind us. With the ringing ...
By Sara Moore - Nov 01
Welcome to November! Summer isn't too far in the rearview mirror, and I'm still trying to wrap my head around the cooler months ahead. I have so ...
By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Nov 01
Q. I was in Massachusetts recently and there was an announcement over the highway from the CDC about EEE. What is it, and can my dog get it?
A. ...
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 Carolyn Fuhrer - Oct 01
Agility – Building a Relationship
Agility can build a dog's confidence. Agility can help a dog learn to focus on a task. Most of all, agility can ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Oct 01
As a pet food retailer, I am part of an industry that many believe, myself included, has a well-deserved reputation for being deceptive. Many ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Oct 01
If you've ever been witness to dogs interacting well with each other, you have undoubtedly been captivated by their movements, at once seeming ...
By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Oct 01
Q. I am dressing up my Labradoodle for Halloween. Is there anything I should be aware of when I make his costume? He is very rambunctious.
A. It ...
Oct 01
How is it October already? I feel like I missed summer, which I sort of did because of the death of my father the end of July. Luckily I love ...
By Guest Columnist, Kate ... - Sep 01
In her second month as my guest columnist, Kate Dutra, co-host of The Woof Meow Show and Green Acres Operations Manager continues to discuss the ...
By Susan Spisak - Sep 01
Janine Hague was volunteering for a Maine nonprofit when she fostered a frightened black Lab mix pup and his sister - both were rescued from a ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Sep 01
Training Your Performance Dog
Agility, Obedience, Tracking
Rally has become a very popular dog sport. AKC Rally involves working with your dog and ...
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 John MacGregor, DVM, ... - Sep 01
Myxomatous mitral valve degeneration (MMVD) is the most common acquired heart disease and cause of newly discovered murmurs in dogs. A heart ...
By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Sep 01
Q. I heard a lot this summer about algae blooms being toxic to dogs. Now that it is September, do I still need to worry about my dog going ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Sep 01
I thought it was a lovely little plant 10 years ago. It had stowed-away with a few perennials a friend gave me which I was eager to plant in my ...
By Sara Moore - Sep 01
August was a surreal month for me. I spent a week with my dad and my thirteen year old son in my childhood home and playing in the pool. I had no ...
By Dr. Cory Mosunic - Aug 01
One common question veterinarians often hear from owners is, “How can I tell if my pet is having an eye problem?” Many of the people that ask this ...
By Susan Spisak - Aug 01
The 501 (c) 3 Pope Memorial Humane Society of Knox County (PMHSKC) was highlighted in the Downeast Dog News in 2016 when they opened their new ...
By Guest Columnist, Kate ... - Aug 01
For this month and the next, my column will be authored by Kate Dutra, my co-host on The Woof Meow Show and our Operations Manager at Green Acres ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Aug 01
Most people think of tracking with their dogs as being out in a field or fields and woods. There are two tracking events that use fields and ...
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 www.dianalogan.com - Aug 01
Ko'pincha itlarimiz ularga DOGS aytadigan gaplarimizni tushunishi kerak, deb hisoblaymiz va ko'pincha itlarga nima qilishni aytishni xohlaymiz. ...
By Sara Moore - Aug 01
Can I tell you how much I miss having a dog? I have cats, but it's just not the same. The upside is I get to live vicariously through you when you ...
By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Aug 01
Q. Can you tell me about heartworm disease? My little dog is mostly indoors, so how would my dog get it?
A. Heartworm disease use to be rare in ...
By Loren Candito DVM DACVD - Jul 01
Summer is just around the corner. Here are some tips to be sure your 4 legged companion is ready for the summer season.
Sun
Most pets do not ...
By Susan Spisak - Jul 01
“We decided that we needed to invest in the future of our organization and in the future of the pets in our community,” said Suzan Prendergast, ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Jul 01
Your dog's name is an essential signal you will use when you want to communicate with him. At its most basic, to your dog it means, “pay attention ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Jul 01
Enjoy the Dog You Have
Performance sports require a lot of dedication and patience. Dogs, just like people, learn at different speeds, and one ...
By Nancy Holmes - 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 www.dianalogan.com - Jul 01
The next time you use voice navigation, imagine Siri telling you where NOT to turn, what street NOT to take, and to boot, she uses an accusatory ...
By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Jul 01
Q. My dog loves eating grass. It is worse in the spring. I was told he has an upset stomach, but he isn't showing any signs of stomach trouble. ...
By Sara Moore - Jul 01
Hello everyone! I hope you are enjoying your summer and that your pups are romping in the woods and cooling off in the lakes, rivers, and ocean. ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - May 31
Dogs love to explore and run; both things they cannot enjoy while on a leash. For those and many other reasons, many of us look for opportunities ...
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - May 31
The larynx or “voice box” can be considered an under-appreciated organ until its function is impaired. Besides producing sound, the larynx is a ...
By Susan Spisak - May 31
Janet Heard has been rescuing animals since 2003. She's not only been involved with area rescues but initiated one that saved dogs from shelters ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - May 31
Successful Training Requires Attitude and Focus
In order to be successful in competition, your dog needs to have attitude and focus as well as a ...
By Nancy Holmes - May 31
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 Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - May 31
Q. On Mother's Day, I received a lovely bouquet from my children. My cat knocked it over and Bosco grabbed the flowers and ran around the house. ...
By www.dianalogan.com - May 16
I love to eat and to cook, so it's natural for me to love to use food analogies when it comes to training dogs.
A goal behavior can be like a ...
By Sara Moore - May 16
We made it to June!!! I'm so excited to see flowers and leaves on trees again! This is the time of year I really miss having my own dog. My yellow ...
By Susan Spisak - May 01
Cheryl Monkiewicz has been rescuing animals for two decades but officially began her own foster-based non-profit out of North Berwick in July of ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - May 01
Obedience – What You Really Need is a Partner
Basic obedience exercises are not hard to teach to your dog. The trick is having a dog who is a ...
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 Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - May 01
Mast cell tumors are common in dogs and are most frequently found in the superficial layers of the skin on any part of the body. These tumors ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - May 01
I unequivocally believe in the mission of animal rescue; it has provided me with seven dogs and six cats that became great companions.
Having ...
By www.dianalogan.com - May 01
Raising a puppy takes time… lots of time. It will be your second job for many months. You can count on an intensive time suck for at least 6 ...
By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - May 01
Q. My Labrador, Buster, will eat anything. He loves the birdseed I use in my bird feeders. Is there any danger if he eats it?
A. We all want to ...
By Sara Moore - May 01
I do believe spring has FINALLY sprung, and it's a time to celebrate the earth's return to life and growth, and also the perfect time to get ...
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - Apr 01
Ticks are more than just creepy little pests. They can spread numerous diseases to people and pets. The tick population is on the rise, and that ...
By Susan Spisak - Apr 01
Back in the day, a group of like-minded individuals got together to start this no-kill 501 (c) 3 shelter. The town's powers-that-be agreed to turn ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Apr 01
A trip to the dog park can be a joyous excursion for many dogs, but that is not always the case. A successful visit to a dog park depends on four ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Apr 01
New Agility Trials Coming to Maine
2019 will be an exciting year for agility fans in Maine. Mid Coast Kennel Club of Maine will be hosting 2 three ...
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 Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Apr 01
Q. I have been told xylitol is toxic to dogs. Can you tell me about it?
A. Xylitol is a naturally occurring substance, which is a sugar alcohol ...
By www.dianalogan.com - Apr 01
Mud Puppies!
Prepare yourself… and your dog…. for Mud Season!
Mud Season: the price we pay for living in Maine!
It can be challenging to keep ...
By Sara Moore - Apr 01
We're heading to warmer days and no more snow! Hard to believe that because as I write this my yard is still buried under a few feet of it, but I ...
By Gail D. Mason, DVM, ... - Mar 04
Canine elbow dysplasia is an inherited syndrome that is made up of four separate diseases. This is usually caused by growth disturbances in the ...
By Don Hanson, ACCBC, ... - Mar 04
When I brought home my first puppy in 1975, I bought the dog food recommended by her veterinarian. When I got married and both my dog and Paula's ...
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By Susan Spisak - Mar 04
“I just thought I could make a huge difference,” said Danielle Blake, Board President for the all-volunteer Maine Coast Animal Rescue (MCAR) on ...
By Carolyn Fuhrer - Mar 04
Thoughts are Turning to Tracking
While we still may have snow on the ground, indications of spring are here, and with these, come thoughts of once ...
By Sara Moore - Mar 04
This past week I have done readings for so many people with missing animals, dogs that are ready to cross the rainbow bridge, and surviving ...
By Nancy Holmes - Mar 04
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 - Feb 15
“I thought that was just the way he was,” said my client as our fingers were throbbing in pain due to her dog being so “sharky” during a training ...
By Judith K. Herman DVM, CVH - Feb 15
Q. My dog was just diagnosed with a gallbladder problem. How did he get that?
A. Gallbladder disease is less common in our furry friends than in ...
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 ...
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