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Treat your dog’s tastebuds – without the guilt

Posted By: admin | October 19, 2009 at 12:19 pm

Dog on a diet? Add some low-fat and low-calorie dog treats to the shopping list this week.

Check them out – in this Pet Gear.

You can find all of the products featured in this segment at Especially for Pets stores and at Polka Dog Bakery in Boston’s South End!

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Dogs and Longevity with Dr. Martha Smith

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | September 21, 2009 at 9:24 am

Most of us would do anything to give our dogs a little more quality time on this Earth. And, lots of people have theories, all table scraps, no table scraps, acupuncture, glucosamine and limited vaccinations.

So, on the Secret Life of Animals, we’re focusing on lengthening and improving the life of your pet.

Dr. Martha Smith of the Animal Rescue League of Boston is here to clarify what the scientific studies can show us!

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Kennel goes up in flames; 17 dogs dead

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 9, 2009 at 12:23 pm

Martha Stewart’s chow puppy was one of 17 dogs killed in an accidental propane explosion at an eastern Pennsylvania kennel called Pazzazz Pet Boarding.

The kennel in Lehighton was getting a propane delivery when the tank ignited, setting the pens on fire and injuring the driver.

*Video provided by WNEP

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Pet Signs: When are they just playing?

Posted By: Adam Hart | December 14, 2008 at 10:54 pm

Your dog or cat may not be able to talk, but most animals give clear signals when it comes to play.

Animal trainer Sarah Wilson offers her play-by-play look at a few examples.

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Show your warmth, give a cold dog a doghouse

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | December 4, 2008 at 10:19 am

Thousands of neglected dogs will be exposed to the frigid winter season. However, your support of PETA’s “Angel for Animals” program can help our four-legged friends.

With your help, PETA will build and deliver hundreds of doghouses to needy dogs to protect them from the snow and extreme weather conditions.

Click here to make a donation now.

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Bringing a new dog into the fold?

Posted By: Adam Hart | November 30, 2008 at 11:38 pm

Ninety-three percent of pet owners in the United States say their pets are members of the family. We look at what happens when you add a new animal “sibling” to the mix — with animal trainer Sarah Wilson. Sarah also answers one of your YouTube video questions!

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Sit. Stay. Good boy! (or girl)

Posted By: Adam Hart | November 30, 2008 at 11:37 pm

Whether you’ve got one dog – or three – it’s always a great idea to teach your pet some manners. Sarah Wilson “sits and stays” for this week’s “Oh, Behave.”

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