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The Legacy - a dog's view

I posted yesterday about my belief that our dogs would not want us to be miserable and dogless after they have passed over. One of my Facebook and Twitter friends Jenny Prevel replied with her experiences of loss and moving on, and a beautiful poem that expresses what a dog's feelings about the subject might be:

The Legacy

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News about Ted Kerasote's next books

I heard from Ted Kerasote, author of Merle's Door yesterday. If you haven't read Merle's Door yet you have missed out on probably the best dog book in the world. You can hear an interview with Ted about his book in Episode 64 of DogCast Radio. It is an interweaving of Merle's biography with fascinating research, all permeated by the love story of Ted and Merle.

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Better to have loved and lost...

I've just read an article entitled Jessica Simpson to replace dead dog. It's an emotive headline isn't it?

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Three new AKC breeds to debut in the National Dog Show

Will you be watching?

THREE NEW AKC BREEDS TO DEBUT IN NOVEMBER
AT “THE NATIONAL DOG SHOW PRESENTED BY PURINA®”

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Can a dog read?

Apparently the latest dog getting attention in the US is Willow. Her talent? - well amazingly apparently she can read. Watch the video for yourself and see what you think. I'd like to see her "read" more signs before I could form a stronger opinion, but she's certainly a cutie, and very bright with it.

If your dog can read - or has another impressive talent, do let me know.

Take care,

Julie x

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Metropolitan Police Mistake Kills Family Pet

Sometimes you come across a story that makes your blood run cold, and the one below did just that to me. This is an appalling case, and is a shocking example of the scant regard some people hold dogs in, as well as an owner's love for her dog. It's bad enough to lose a dog however it happens, but it was in a possibly avoidable way, it's ten times as bad. I wish Melanie Hawes and her family lots of strength as they try to come to terms with the loss of Sam in these horrible circumstances.

Metropolitan Police Mistake Kills Family Pet:

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Is trust a four legged word?

There are headlines around about Cheryl Cole at the moment saying that she only trusts her mother and her dogs. Her husband is conspicuous by his absence from that list, and it's grabbed her a lot of media attention, so I guess she's happy with that. But it initially struck me as very sad.

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Rufus named National Dog Show canine ambassador

Even though Rufus still has his looks, the very successful show dog has moved on to work making use of his other talents. Here's more info:

Renowned champion Rufus, the colored bull terrier, named national dog show CANINE ambassador

Retired ’05 winner, now a therapy dog,
to meet and greet in philly

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What I've been up to

I've been really busy on a variety of things lately, but I've managed to fit in two interviews which included my favourite thing - meeting dogs! And people of course!

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Puppy Farm Awareness Day 2009

News about Puppy Farm Awareness Day:

Celebrities and DOG LOVERS SUPPORT Puppy Farm Awareness Day 2009

Puppy owners and dog loving celebrities turned out in force to support Thepet.net and the Kennel Club puppy parties on Saturday 19th September, which were held to support Puppy Farm Awareness Day 2009.

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Sharing

273 - dog parkour and dog news discussion

Dog trainer Emma Hendy explains how Dog Parkour can help your bond with your dog, and give you both a new mindset. Julie gives her opinion on some dog news stories which caught her attention.

189 - The Dog Healers and War Dogs Remembered

In this episode you can hear Mark Winik talk about his debut novel, The Dog Healers, and listen to Julia Robertson explain why she founded the charity War Dogs remembered. Plus there's the DogCast Radio News, and what Mischief the German Spitz puppy has been up to.

188 - Service Dogs UK and Roxie the Doxie Finds Her Forever Home

In this episode you can hear about Service Dogs UK, a fantastic charity which trains assistance dogs to support veterans of any service - military personnel, police, firefighters, paramedics and the coastguard - who develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder due to their job. Also, listen to Dr Jody A Dean, a clinical psychologist talk about how her book, Roxie the Doxie finds her Forever Home, is helping children understand and talk about adoption and other family issues. Plus the DogCast Radio News and some thoughts on the alpha dog myth.

187 - Muffins Halo and Chorley Fun Dog Show

In this episode you can hear about Muffin's Halo for Blind Dogs, and what motivates people to enter their dog in a fun dog show. In the DogCast Radio News, listen to stories about the latest dog related research. Plus there's a new member of the DogCast Radio team!

186 - Maxwell Muir on wolves

In this episode you can hear trainer, behaviourist, writer, broadcaster and wolf expert Maxwell Muir talk about what wolves mean to him personally, their plight in a modern world, and his hopes for their future. Plus we have the DogCast Radio News.