Archive for October, 2009


In Entertainment (blog)
"Mad Men" Spoiled Bastard. Ep. 11: "The Gypsy and the Hobo."
San Francisco Chronicle
Or when Peggy says of the dog food focus group, "I can't turn it off – it's actually happening," to the final trick-or-treat line, "And who are you supposed
'Mad Men': Atomic Secretaries and Feminine MistakesPolitics Daily (blog)

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Dog Food Recipes From Gooddogfoodrecipes.com's New Website
PR Web (press release)
Natural Dog Food Recipes (www.gooddogfoodrecipes.com) goes above just picking a label that states that it is "Organic". More and more people are eating

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Cinnamon toothpaste irritates mouth
Youngstown Vindicator
so it makes sense to work with the vet to minimize allergic exposures. Some owners who use this Listerine solution put a shield on the dog — for example

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Fund-raiser set to help child with food allergies
Lake Villa Review
To help Kate navigate more safely through life, Ann and Brad want to adopt an Allergy Alert Service Dog for their daughter. "It will sniff out her world and

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Indiana’s NewsCenter
Rabies: a death in Indiana and a boy barking like a dog in Ghana
Examiner.com
The symptoms of rabies are as follows. Initially, like in many diseases, the symptoms are non-specific; fever, headache and malaise.
Rabies kills Indiana womanHULIQ

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KEZI TV
At the shelter
State Gazette
Chocolate in all forms – especially dark or baking chocolate – can be very dangerous for dogs and cats. Symptoms of significant chocolate ingestion may
Web diagnosis 'could be dangerous'Animal Friends Pet Insurance
For pets, Halloween may not be a treatHerald & Review

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Examiner.com
Halloween candy can kill your dog
Examiner.com
and cardiovascular system because dogs cannot metabolize these stimulants like humans can. Note: Most toxicity symptoms will occur within 12 hours.

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Are You Raising a Furkid?
GOOD
These are just a few lexical symptoms of the weird and intense relationship we have with our dogs. (FYI: Some of these terms apply to cats too,

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New flu targeting dogs
KOB.com
Chimichanga the charming Chihuahua says see your vet when symptoms show. Chimi also says there's a vaccine for this. Veterinarians have it, but if your dogs

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Dogs can get the flu too
KHOU
The symptoms include fever, coughing and sneezing. The virus, which is contagious, can be spread through dogs sniffing each other, sharing water bowls and

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WIVB
Laurel Clinic Offers Dog Flu Shots
MyFox Washington DC
She says they are doing what they can to help stop the spread. doggie day camp, kennels, any setting where it's around a lot of other dogs. Symptoms of the
Pet owners can vaccinate their dogsWIVB

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Examiner.com
Cancer and Bio-Detection Dogs centre, training dogs to detect disease
Examiner.com
Dr. Kearton, a lecturer at Durham University, has type 1 diabetes with low hypoglycaemic symptoms. He is unaware of any risk until it's too late,

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A tale of three kittens and their young mom
Salt Lake Tribune
I'll jump ahead and say that the three kittens and momcat are now living in our family room in a massive hard-shell dog crate that, in a pinch,

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The French, who love their dogs, sometimes eat their horses. The Spanish, who love their horses, sometimes eat their cows. The Indians, who love their cows, sometimes eat their dogs. While written in a much different context, George Orwell’s words continue

The inaugural Fearless 5K Road Race in Exeter is set for this Saturday, Oct. 31. Join the race sponsored by Access Sports Medicine, New Hampshire Martial Arts Academy, the Barking Dog LTD, Smartwool and AM 150 WXEX. The race is being organized by continue

The campaign that (still) isn’t: Rybak too busy to debate foes Dylan spoof is even funnier now that Bob’s done the songs 22-year-old’s mayoral bid rests totally on awesomeness Ellison’s trip may be legal, but it’s not quite right A free spirit’s continue

As the nation braces for what could be a rough flu season, dog owners wonder whether their households might get hit with a second threat: canine flu. A much-publicized outbreak of dog flu in Northern Virginia earlier this year- the latest in scores continue

Between trips to Del Mar for her dog’s physical therapy swim sessions and weekly IV doses of her cat’s kidney medicine, Ina Cowan worried. Who would be there to ensure the 63-year-old Murrieta woman’s beloved collie, Mitzvah, and cat, Humphrey Bogart continue

Dave Dieter — The Huntsville Times Nina Beal, right, took in Fluffy, a male pit bull, at The Ark. City Shelter director Roger Bates, left, took in Fluffy’s owner, Todd Bradford, center. HUNTSVILLE, AL — When Todd Bradford saw a young black pit bull continue

The Chester County SPCA is now offering a substantial reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the slayings of two young dogs, Luna and Emma. SPCA spokesman Richard Britton said Wednesday continue

Reusable shopping bags aren’t only good for the environment: At some small retail businesses, they’re good for a discount, too. Medical receptionist Miriam Balinsky, 22, bought a reusable bag from Mid North Animal Hospital in Lincoln Park in late continue

The Chester County SPCA is now offering a substantial reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for the slayings of two young dogs, Luna and Emma. SPCA spokesman Richard Britton said Wednesday continue

If you hear your dog coughing it may or may not be a serious sign. If on the other hand that coughing is extended and / or followed by the production of mucus, then it could be a warning sign indicating that your dog might be infected with kennel continue

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Southpaws in the spotlight – ESPN.com
PHILADELPHIA — The cut fastball is Andy Pettitte ’s signature pitch. But if there’s such a thing as a signature Pettitte image, it’s the televised money shot of the big Texan with his cap pulled low, his glove covering half his face and his eyes
Source: sports.espn.go.com

Welcome to my blog – Salon
I never thought I’d be in this position. I never thought I’d be the soldier’s girlfriend left behind, left sending care packages and awaiting letters (or more likely these days, emails) while my man hunts crafty bad guys on the other side of the
Source: open.salon.com

10/30. Fix Tenn broken elections, Hawaii prime for open source, voting – Democratic Underground.com
NYTimes Slams Diebold/ES&S Merger, Succeeds In Not Using Word ‘Paperless’ Even Once! Is the Supreme Court about to turn the US into a corporate democracy? Senator Feingold and Representative Ellison Introducing Same Day Voter Registration Bill
Source: www.democraticunderground.com

House Calls As Cost-saver In Health Care Reform? – CBS News
(AP) RICHMOND, Va. (AP) – The doctor doesn’t look like much of a crusader, bent over the frail frame of 90-year-old Alberta Scott. He has a lavender stethoscope strung round his neck and some serious bedside manner at work on this stubborn
Source: www.cbsnews.com

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Dog Food Recipes From Gooddogfoodrecipes.com's New Website
PR Web (press release)
Natural Dog Food Recipes (www.gooddogfoodrecipes.com) goes above just picking a label that states that it is "Organic". More and more people are eating

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Do Your Stupid Tricks and Win!
WLNS
You could win a 1 year supply of Nutro Natural Choice dog or cat food and a gift certificate to Preuss Pets. (17 pounds of dog food for 12 months or 8

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Wysong recalls more dry dog food exposed to moisture
DVM 360
Natural pet-food manufacturer Wysong Corp. recalled more batches of dry dog food because of moisture contamination that led to mold in other batches.

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Natural Diets to Improve Your Dog's Health
Best Syndication
The dog's health depends on this food you are giving the dog every day. Consult specialists and do research online to see the best dog food you could get.

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Big Sky Weekly
Be bear aware
Big Sky Weekly
He wanted to take pictures of a bear, so he deliberately put dog food out on his back porch to bait the bear,” Ross laments. Bears are also foraging in the

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The Japan Times
Japanese food-safety label protects business foremost, and not people
The Japan Times
Consequently, in September Kao recalled the entire Econa series, which includes 59 products, including salad dressings and dog food, from Japanese retailers

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In Entertainment (blog)
"Mad Men" Spoiled Bastard. Ep. 11: "The Gypsy and the Hobo."
San Francisco Chronicle
Or when Peggy says of the dog food focus group, "I can't turn it off – it's actually happening," to the final trick-or-treat line, "And who are you supposed
'Mad Men': Atomic Secretaries and Feminine MistakesPolitics Daily (blog)

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As first reported by the Watertown Daily Times , the Republican nominee in the New York 23rd Congressional special election, Dede Scozzafava, announced this morning she’s suspending her campaign. Her exit leaves Conservative Party nominee Doug continue

So Sen. Joe Lieberman, a few “blue dog” Democrats and all Republicans have decided they will not vote for the final health care bill if it contains a public option. Do these politicians not understand that a majority of citizens now support continue

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The GDP numbers out yesterday, which showed economic growth at 3.5% in the third quarter, brought a deafening chorus from public and private economists who all agreed that the recession is officially over. With such a strong report, they are happy to more

To win the battle of the credit crunch, many supermarkets have launched special meal deals. Starting at just £4, these promotions can often feed a family of four at a cut-price rate. But what exactly do the meal deals offer – and how much money are more

As it often is near Halloween in Wyoming, the weather outside is frightful. But that doesn’t mean your little goblins and ghouls, as well as adults, can’t enjoy the holiday if they follow some common sense safety guidelines. Obviously, bundle up more

Do you know what you are feeding your kids Halloween night? Our dietician Heather King dishes up a meal to keep your kids full and ready to trick or treat. It’s a dinner menu so healthy and pleasing for the kids, it might scare you! Click here to more

(ARA) – No matter how many canine companions you have or what their ages are, every day is a new opportunity to make their lives happier and healthier. Keep a few simple tips in mind and you’re sure to get four paws up. Food and water It’s crucial to more

Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Pederson Funeral Home with the Rev. Don Gephart officiating. Friends and relatives may call to pay their respects at the funeral home Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. He was born March 10, 1991, in Kettering more

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Top tips for a healthy, happy dog – Wetumpka Herald
(ARA) – No matter how many canine companions you have or what their ages are, every day is a new opportunity to make their lives happier and healthier. Keep a few simple tips in mind and you’re sure to get four paws up. Food and water It’s crucial to
Source: thewetumpkaherald.com

Overnight News Digest-Mixed Bag – DAILY KOS
WASHINGTON—A congressional staffer is out of a job after a confidential list of House members under scrutiny for possible ethics concerns was leaked to The Washington Post. A statement from the House ethics committee says its security was breached
Source: dailykos.com

Rachel Alejandro promotes healthy eating anew – Manila Bulleting Online
The Sexy Chef teams with Kraft Foods to promote great food, good health, and overall wellness at the newly opened Sexy Chef Kiosk! For half a decade, The Sexy Chef, Manila’s sought-after South Beach Diet-inspired fresh food delivery service, has
Source: www.mb.com.ph

Make My Day – American Reporter
As if. Starting new diets are always hard. My body can sense when one is coming, and it fights with me, fights without knowing this is supposed to be good for me. I’ve tried being sneaky, not telling it when a diet is coming, but it always knows
Source: www.american-reporter.com

Oktoberfest: Revelers pour into both town squares for a taste of – Villages Daily Sun
THE VILLAGES — The mood was celebratory Friday as large groups of friends and families flocked to Oktoberfest at Spanish Springs Town Square. As the parade came into sight, cameras clicked. Donna Mander of Lady Lake found her spot early to be sure
Source: www.thevillagesdailysun.com

October 2009 – Posts – MSNBC Firstread
Though the Obama administration calls the federal Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) discriminatory, the Justice Department nonetheless is defending the law in a court filing today in Massachusetts. The state has challenged the law, which denies federal
Source: firstread.msnbc.msn.com

You know what they say about men with big feet* – The Sun
A new book by doctors Aaron Carroll and Rachel Vreeman explodes common medical myths – including the one that men with large shoe sizes are well endowed. Here we take a look at the tall stories that get trotted out. STOP to do the maths and it
Source: www.thesun.co.uk

Pets, vets and bills that don’t make you howl – Washington Post
Pet owners spent $43.2 billion on their animals in 2008, according to the American Pet Products Association. This year, despite the recession, they are expected to spend 5 percent more. But your furry (or scaly, slimy or feathery) loved one’s health
Source: www.washingtonpost.com

Diabetes Mellitus: Pets and Diabetes – FOX6Now.com Milwaukee
WHAT IS DIABETES MELLITUS? Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a disease of humans and animals, which causes increased levels of blood sugar (glucose). Normally, glucose is brought into the cells by a hormone called insulin. The cells then metabolize glucose
Source: www.fox6now.com

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Public option is the only health care option for small-business owners – Decatur Daily
We own a small machine shop. We simply can’t afford to offer health care to our five workers. They are either over 50 or have pre-existing conditions,so the cost to us is too high. One of them is an injured Iraqi war veteran and she has to travel
Source: www.decaturdaily.com

Health Insurance: Now For Your Dog, Or Hedgehog – NPR News
Harriet the hedgehog underwent surgery for cancer and now takes anti-psychotic medication to help keep her from scratching the old incision. Courtesy Kristin Zorbini Bongard Harriet the hedgehog underwent surgery for cancer and now takes anti
Source: www.npr.org

Devoted to dogs? Visit the library – Niagara Review
November is usually a dull month, marked by rainy weather and no Canadian holidays. The Fort Erie Public Library is a busy, bustling place, with programs for all ages and interests to beat the boredom all month long. Working dogs, playing dogs
Source: www.niagarafallsreview.ca

DOGGEDHEALTH.COM & DAILY KIBBLE ANNOUNCE THE FORMATION OF HEALTHY – Transworld News
DoggedHealth.com, a leading online provider of dog health information, and Daily Kibble, a premiere daily e-newsletter featuring the best new pet products & services, have announced the formation of Healthy Kibble, an e-newsletter featuring the most
Source: www.transworldnews.com

China sees rocky export rebound, shrinking surplus – Khaleej Times
BEIJING/SHANGHAI – China¡¯s exports face a ¡®hard and tortuous¡¯ path to recovery as uncertainties dog the global economy¡¯s gradual return to health, with this year¡¯s trade surplus set to shrink from last year¡¯s record, the Commerce
Source: www.khaleejtimes.com

Spaying/neutering pets has benefits for health and behavioral issues – San Marcos Daily Record
College Station — “If we let one dog and all their offspring breed uncontrolled for six years we would have 78,000 puppies and if we did the same with cats we would have 76,000 kittens born within the same period,” explains Dr. Mark Stickney
Source: www.sanmarcosrecord.com

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