The Bad Foods For Dogs List

This page is a list of common foods that are bad or poisonous for your dog. If you suspect that your dog might have eaten any food that might be toxic, contact his/her vet immediately.

English springer spaniel is America's top dog

An English springer spaniel with a preference for chicken-and-garlic treats prevented America's top dog event from turning into The Cosby Show.

Diamond Jim jumped into handler Kellie Fitzgerald's arms after being picked for best in show Tuesday night at the Westminster Kennel Club.

Dressed in a glittering copper top that perfectly matched her brown-and-white dog, Fitzgerald cuddled her 6-year-old certified therapy dog.

Diamond Jim beat out a Dandie Dinmont terrier co-owned by Bill Cosby, as he did at the big AKC/Eukanuba event in December. The springer was the nation's No. 2 show dog last year behind Cosby's entry – Fitzgerald also repeated, having gone best in show at Westminster in 2000.

the wurstminster dog show

the wurstminster dog show is a fun show put on by the Wurst where artists are invited to "capture the look and spirit of their chosen breed in their own unique way." Artists were invited to reserve a dog breed on a first come, first served basis.

a portion of the proceeds from this show will be donated to DoveLewis animal hospital in portland, oregon.

Pictured:

elisabeth doherty - chicago, illinois
irish terrier
"finn"
3.5"x7"
acrylic yarn, mixed media soft sculpture

Man's Best Bud

From Europe comes a beer just for dogs. But will they like it?

TIME puts the pooch hooch to a taste test on some of Europe's most favored pooches in Paris's Bois de Boulogne, near the up-scale 16th Arrondissement and a favorite walking spot of the city's finest pedigrees (both four- and two-legged varieties).

funny photos of dogs chewing up the house

Is your dog chewing up the house? You're not alone!

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Mutts are the new top dogs

Growing numbers of dog lovers are rejecting the pursuit of pedigrees to embrace instead what can only be called mongrels or mutts.

Short-haired or long, tiny or tall, mixed-breed dogs of uncertain background are enjoying unprecedented popularity.

"It's more fashionable to have a standard, old-fashioned mutt," says Michael Mountain of Best Friends Animal Society in Kanab, Utah, the USA's largest animal shelter. "The 'in' thing is not to have a very well-bred, very expensive dog."

Fashion maven Isaac Mizrahi, smitten owner of Harry, a probable golden retriever/border collie mix adopted from a New York shelter in 2000, says: "Mutts are like real couture. There are no two alike."

Well-heeled folks who 10 years ago would have strolled the streets with nothing less than a perfect, silky Afghan hound or Yorkshire terrier are proudly parading their dogs of indeterminate heritage about. Animal shelters report that mongrels are often adopted as quickly as purebreds these days.

Crash victim says dog saved her life

A south Georgia woman bloodied in a car wreck says she owes her life to a German shepherd who – thankfully – just wouldn't stay in his yard.

Shannon Lorio says that after her car careened down an embankment, the wayward dog found her bruised and battered on the vehicle's trunk, pulled her by her shirt collar, dragged her about 50 yards through briars to a highway and let her lean against him so she could flag a passing motorist.

His new name: Hero.

''That dog is always going to have a special place in my heart,'' Lorio said Friday. ''He's my hero.''

Hero's previous owners have signed him over to the Thomasville-Thomas County Humane Society since the Jan. 26 accident because he kept wandering off.

He won't be in the shelter long: Not only have at least 50 people offered to adopt him, a dog trainer has agreed to see if he has the right stuff for search and rescue work.

Faith the Dog

Faith is an incredible dog. She was born just before Christmas in 2002, and we were lucky enough to have her in our family just 3 short weeks later. She was born to a mother dog, believed to be nearly full blooded chow, along with several other siblings. Faith wasn't the only puppy born with deformities, but because "Princess", her mother, was not our dog, we are not sure of the exact number of puppies she gave birth to. It is certain, however, that Faith was the only puppy with deformities to live.

Cleft Palate Pups Get Surgery

Two puppies born with cleft palates have had their first corrective surgeries and are said to be doing well. The puppies, named Magic and Merlin, are about three months old. Because of their cleft palates, they were unable to eat.

They were rescued from a New York City shelter and taken to the Little Shelter Animal Adoption Center on Long Island. A veterinarian who volunteered at the Little Shelter when she was a teenager performed the surgery for free.

Leather Dog Sofa

This grand Leather Dog Sofa gives your four-legged friend the ultimate in sophisticated luxury. Now you won't have to share your sofa with your big collie or lab — here's his own deluxe version.

• Crafted of heavy-duty furniture-grade construction
• Sits on elegant hardwood feet
• Upholstered in rich chocolate brown leather
• Cushioned seat interior removes for washing

Large size = $699.00

Velour Sweatsuit for Dogs

Dress your posh pooch in trendsetting J.Lo + Madonna style with our fabulous Velour Sweatsuit.

Jog a Dog - For lazy Humans

Revolutionary Exercise System for Dogs

For the really, really lazy pet owner!

The new JOG A DOG model DC7 is the most impressive dog treadmill to date. The incredible 84” x 24” running surface will accommodate all breeds while allowing large dogs ample room to reach and extend while exercising. Ridged reinforced steel decking provides a secure foundation for breeds exceeding 300 pounds.

Video: Dog Slide

He's having fun!

Pit bull found starving on Thanksgiving is now ready to be adopted

Tampa, Florida - Hillsborough County Animal Services says they have nursed a pit bull back to health and he is ready to be adopted.

Workers say they discovered the dog moments from death in the back yard of a Cherry Street home on Thanksgiving day. They have named him Pilgrim.

Officials say the dog was chained to the backyard fence and had not had food or water for several weeks.

Animal Abuse Investigator Corporal Angela Snyder was on holiday duty when Tampa Police called about the "skin and bones tied out back on Cherry Street." She arrived on scene and observed a dog-tethered, lateral, and motionless. Snyder contemplated arrangements to remove the lifeless body, but as she moved in closer, so did the dog's tail.

She rushed the dog to Hillsborough County Animal Services.

Life in the Doghouse is not so bad

The $80,000 home for Rose (below) and five other chow chows is informally called called the Chow Mahal. The 900-square-foot guesthouse built by Charlene and Johnny Grayson of Blossom Valley holds individual kennels with doggy doors that lead to grassy, fenced runs; countless chow knickknacks cover the shelves and walls. "I know it's a little extreme," she said.

Charlene and Johnny Grayson really love their chow chows.

The couple even built them their own place. And it's no doghouse.

The 900-square-foot doggy domicile is done up in earth tones and animal prints. Images of the lion-faced dog gaze out from walls, drink coasters and magazines. A flat-screen TV is tuned to Animal Planet.

The $80,000 house, adjacent to the Graysons' hilltop home east of Lakeside, was christened the Chow Mahal years ago by one of their incredulous friends.

Peru's hairless dogs saved at ancient ruins

About the size of an English pointer, Peru's hairless dogs are part of the historic scenery here, but the canine breed almost became history several years back.

"Now we can say they are safe, saved by this project, but a few years ago the Peruvian Hairless Dog was under threat of extinction in Peru," said Pedro Vargas, coordinator of the Huaca Pucllana archaeological project excavating an ancient temple site of the Lima civilisation dating back to 500.

The breed normally has hair resembling a mohawk on the head and a tail brush, but otherwise has naked dark, very warm skin. Its history is long and rather sad, especially after the Spanish conquest starting in 1532.
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Video: Cara and the Door Stop

Cara the fox terrier just hates that door stop!

Law changed so dog can return to barbershop

Franklin, a four-year-old basset hound, relaxes in his usual spot as Matt Schwendiman gives a haircut to Billy Boles at Matt's Barber Shop in Canal Fulton, Ohio, recently. Franklin was exiled from the shop 10 months ago when an inspector for the Ohio State Barber Board said that animals are not allowed. Franklin is back on his favorite sofa after the board last year crafted rules that allow one animal if certain precautions are met.

Labradors Still No. 1, but Yorkies, Dahling, Move Into Second Place

The American Kennel Club yesterday announced a shift in its 10 most popular dog breeds in the nation and in the city, or at least in that elite group of purebred dogs whose pedigrees and papers are in order.

At a Rockefeller Center news conference filled with handlers, dogs and photographers, the club noted that the dog claming the No. 1 ranking had not changed.

Across the country, the most popular dog last year, as it has been for 16 years in a row, was the Labrador retriever, with about 124,000 registrations, or 14 percent of the club’s total.

In New York, the most popular breed in 2006 was the poodle, with 77 registrations, or about 8 percent of the club’s total in the city. It has been the most popular breed for two years in a row, according to the club, which describes itself as the largest purebred-dog registry in the world.

But the big news, the club said, was the No. 2 ranking in both the city and the country: the Yorkshire terrier, overtaking larger breeds like the golden retriever and the German shepherd.

The tiny Yorkie, favored by the wife played by Eva Gabor in television’s “Green Acres,” had about 48,000 registrations in the United States, or 5 percent; and 49 in the city, also 5 percent.

Fat dog will return to its owners

Two brothers penalised by a court for allowing their pet Labrador to get too fat are hoping to be reunited with the dog later in the week.

Derek Benton, 62, and his brother David, 53, were convicted of causing unnecessary suffering after a trial at Ely Magistrates' Court, Cambridgeshire.

The brothers, who received conditional discharges, are allowed to have Rusty back if he is properly cared for.

Rusty ballooned to 11 stone (69.8kg) at the Bentons' home in Fordham, Cambs.

FDA Approves the First Drug for Obese Dogs

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of Slentrol (dirlotapide), a prescription drug for the management of obesity in dogs. Slentrol reduces appetite and fat absorption to produce weight loss. A veterinarian will determine whether the dog should be treated, based on the dog's weight and general health.

"This is a welcome addition to animal therapies, because dog obesity appears to be increasing," said Stephen Sundlof, D.V.M., Ph.D., director of FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine. "Veterinarians are well aware that overweight pets are at a higher risk of developing various health problems, from cardiovascular conditions to diabetes to joint problems."

Dogs are our only allies

Dogs make us mad when they turn our favorite slippers into a soggy mess of chewed leather, or leave us a surprise on the carpet in the front hallway. But just when we’re about to blow a gasket, they look at us with those big, sad eyes and all that anger melts away to nothing.

Retired Greyhounds as pets

MI REGAP - Rescued Greyhounds

Michigan REGAP is dedicated to educating the public about the plight of racing Greyhounds, their suitability as companion animals, and finding permanent homes for those lucky enough to enter the rescue community. We openly and adamantly oppose Greyhound racing.

Sponsor a pet at Animal Welfare League

Do you want to help shelter animals, but cannot bring an animal into your home?
The Animal Welfare League allows you to “sponsor” an animal for just $25 a month. Your sponsorship will help provide the necessary support to shelter, feed and provide medical care to an animal of your choice that needs special care.

When you sponsor an animal, you will receive a sponsor certificate, a color photograph of your animal and a printed history of the animal. A sponsorship makes a great gift for that person who has everything.

Featured Sponsor: Albie (shown left)

LABMED - Helping Labradors

Founded in 1996, LABMED is an Internet-based non-profit organization created to distribute financial aid to injured or ill rescues around the country, giving them a second chance at adoption and love from a permanent family.

To meet the dogs LABMED has helped, including Buddy, the Lab that started it all, read our Success Stories. If you'd like to help with our rescue efforts, there are many ways you can lend a hand.

LBL - Lost But Loved

LBL finds loving homes for neglected and orphaned animals. They work with the Murray-Calloway County Animal Shelter in Kentucky. All of LBL animals are rescued from shelters the day that they are scheduled to be killed. They do not have a shelter or facility to house the animals that are rescued. A network of local volunteers fosters these animals until they can be placed in their new home. LBL does not take in owner surrenders due to the large number of animals that need to be saved from kill shelters.

Abbey

Abbey was adopted to a loving forever home!
thru:
LBL Animal Rescue
Murray, KY
www.lblrescue.com
lblrescue@hotmail.com

Roscoe

Can you foster me? I am living in a kennel because no one has room for me.
Do you? Will you give me a chance. Roscoe(1405).

BROOD (Basset Rescue Of the Old Dominion)is a Basset Hound Rescue Organization dedicated to finding homes for needy basset hounds in the state of Virginia and surrounding areas.

The Norwegian Puffin Dog

In order to run down and kill wolves, the people of Ireland bred the powerful and long-legged Irish Wolfhound. When they needed something to chase ill-tempered badgers into their holes to exterminate them, Europeans bred the feisty, short-legged dachshund. But five hundred or more years ago, the people on the northern coast of Norway had a different kind of prey to contend with: humble puffins.

In order to hunt puffins, the Norwegians bred a unique dog. The resulting Lundehund was an extraordinary animal with some unparalleled gifts. For all its uniqueness, the Lundehund is vanishingly rare. It has been so close to extinction that at one point there were only five of them in existence.

Max collars top dog name in N.Y. in 2006

Max has collared the title of top dog name in New York City again. The name was engraved on 1,228 of the 101,274 dog licenses issued last year by the health department.

Lucky fetched second spot. Princess took third, and hot on her tail were Rocky and Buddy, leaving the Top 5 names unchanged from 2004.

Mixed breeds, with 7,374 new licenses, outnumbered other varieties in 2005. They were followed by Labrador retrievers. Pit bulls and Shih Tzus captured the third and fourth places, clawing their way up from fourth and fifth the year before. German shepherds were the fifth most popular breed, down from third place.

Heaven Scent Pizza for Dogs

Heaven Scent Pizza for Dogs! From Blissful Biscuits a new treat that looks, smells and tastes like your favorite pizzeria style pizza. Each pizza comes pre-cut, shrink wrapped on a 7" pizza disk, and packaged in it’s own delivery box.

Two tastes are combined in one treat: tangy pizza biscuits recipe and a biscuit crust. Preserved with natural vitamin E, no salt, no bake, ready to eat. When the family wants delivery, have a heavenly (but healthy) pizza on hand for Fido too.
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S3 Sanitation Safety Stick

S3-Sanitation-Safety Stick is a poop scoop that serves as a walking stick and a flashlight for night walks. It can be used for dog walking, camping or cleaning up the yard.

The only pooper-scooper that is easy to carry, fashionable, functional, and works in all situations.
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Macy's Pulls Sean John Hooded Jackets with Dog Fur

Macy's has pulled from its shelves and its Web site two styles of Sean John hooded jackets, originally advertised as featuring faux fur, after an investigation by the nation's largest animal protection organization concluded that the garments were actually made from a certain species of dog called "raccoon dog."

"First these jackets were falsely advertised as faux fur, and then it turned out that the fur came from a type of dog," said Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States.

Pacelle added that the issue is an "industry-wide problem" and its investigation demonstrated that retailers and designers "aren't paying close enough attention to the fur trim they are selling." He added that the issue is especially problematic when "the fur is sourced from China where domestic dogs and cats and raccoon dogs are killed in gruesome ways."

Dogs with Blogs-- Do They Know It's Christmas?

Dogs with blogs singing "Do They Know It's Christmas?"
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Video: Dog attacks toilet

This dog really, really hates that toilet!

Doggie Dooley

The Doggie Dooley provides a simple, hassle-free sanitary way to dispose of pet waste. Simply dig a hole and insert the 4-gallon "septic tank". Step on the lid to drop in pet waste. Enzymes and bacteria inside break down waste so it dissolves harmlessly into the soil without odors or mess.
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Florida hurricane dog found near Chicago

Alice Baines could not find him on the block. She could not find him near the dock. She could not find him here nor there. She could not find him anywhere.

But two years after a hurricane blew down a back-yard fence in Florida and set free a golden retriever named Sam-I-Am, the wayward pooch was found in McHenry County.

n the most unlikely of reunions Thursday night, Sam-I-Am ran across the tiled floor at O'Hare International Airport and rested his head on the arm of owner Baines, who flew to Chicago from her home in Tampa to retrieve him.

"I can't believe it," she said. "This kind of thing doesn't happen."

Dog weddings called off on grounds of cruelty

A Hindu wedding ceremony of 18 dogs has been called off in India after hardline religious groups and animal rights activists said it was a mockery of the religion and cruel to the canines, a newspaper reported on Sunday.

The marriage of nine dogs to nine bitches to promote canine culture was expected to take place on Sunday in the northwestern town of Jaipur, the Times of India reported.

But the wedding which, according to Hindu rituals involves sitting in front of a sacred fire and exchanging flower garlands, was canceled after groups including People for Animals (PFA) criticized the event.

Santas Lil' Helper Costume

Even though he's supposed to be helping, I bet you can't keep his nose out of those boxes...It's like having another child...

This stylish and funny costume is sure to be a hit with family and friends.
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Dog Killer Can Reduce Sentence By Dressing Like Dog

An Ohio man who shot his dog to death has an unusual chance to reduce his sentence.

Robert Clark shot his Great Dane and was sentenced to 180 days in jail Thursday by Judge Michael Cicconetti.

Cicconetti suspended 150 of the days, and Robert Clark can work off 20 of the remaining days by visiting every elementary school in Painesville, Ohio, dressed in a "Safety Pup" costume and take part in animal safety programs

Guard dog protects penguins

PENGUIN numbers at Warrnambool's Middle Island have tripled after a world-first trial in which a Maremma guard dog was placed on the island to protect the penguins during their breeding season.

The dog swam off the island on Wednesday after becoming homesick, but she had already played a large part in helping the little penguins survive.

A recent count showed 70 penguins had visited the island this year and it was believed there were about 20 chicks.

Last year only 27 were counted.

Owner of the Maremma dog, Allan Marsh, said he didn't believe foxes had been anywhere near the island since his dog, Oddball, arrived there a month ago.

He said foxes were after an easy feed and would stear clear of an area where they could smell a threat like Oddball.
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Doggie Bling - going a bit too far?

Honestly - will anyone in their right mind purchase one of these?

Seaglass Necklace
Oval cut, faceted Aquamarine, Peridot and Yellow Sapphire gemstones, set in a 14K yellow gold double link necklace, evoke seaglass in surf and golden sand. Lobster clasp closure.

Price: $1,250.00

Available through Rex in the City

Dog Barks Reveal Universal Language

What do dog barks have in common with bird tweets and human baby cries? All appear to communicate basic emotions, such as fear, aggression and submission, in somewhat the same acoustic way, according to a new Applied Animal Behavior Science study that suggests a primitive communication system may unite virtually all mammals.

The theory could help explain why previous research has found that many mammals, including humans, understand the vocalizations of different species.

Labrador Life Line

Labrador Life Line, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) Not for Profit Organization created to help owners or rescuers of Labrador Retrievers who are in need of financial assistance.

Born on the LABSR4U mailing list, members of the list joined together to help purebred Labrador Retrievers at times when financial difficulty could make the difference between life and death, or health and sickness. We hope to give more Labs a chance to a happy, healthy life!

Our financial assistance includes, but is not limited to, covering various medical costs (surgery, treatment, medication) and help to cover rescue or transportation expenses.

Woman’s Best Friend, or Accessory?

Sleeve dogs: an emblem of status since antiquity. Once toted by fashionable women inside the folds of their gowns, diminutive pets have been the favorites of nobles from Marie Antoinette to Elizabeth II. The pseudo-royals of Hollywood also favor them, actresses and gossip-column fixtures like Tori Spelling and Mickey Rourke.

Now, thanks in part to their red carpet visibility, compact breeds are more popular than ever. “We’re seeing a nationwide trend toward smaller dogs,” said Niki Marshall Friedman, a spokeswoman for the American Kennel Club. For example, registration of the Brussels griffon has gone up 231 percent in the last 10 years; Norwich terrier registration has risen 91 percent.

Ten most and least intelligent dog breeds

Most Intelligent –
These breeds on average require less than 5 repetitions to understand a new command. They obey first commands 95 % of the time or better.

With #1 being the most intelligent
# 1) Border collie
# 2) Poodle
# 3) German shepherd
# 4) Golden retriever
# 5) Doberman pinscher
# 6) Shetland sheepdog
# 7) Labrador retriever
# 8) Papillon
# 9) Rottweiler
# 10) Australian cattle dog

Least Intelligent –
Require more than 80 repetitions to understand a new command. Obey first commands less than 25 % of the time.

With the least intelligent breed at number 10
# 10) Afghan houndAfghan
# 9) Basenji
# 8) Bulldog
# 7) Chow chow
# 6) Borzoi
# 5) Bloodhound
# 4) Pekingese
# 3) Mastiff
# 2) Basset hound
# 1) Shih tzu

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Soap on a Rope

This all natural, handmade, oatmeal soap produces a luxurious lather and leaves your dog's coat feeling soft and clean, without harsh chemicals. Simply place the rope around your dog's neck while you are rinsing and scrubbing. The soap won't dry out your dog's skin, and the fresh, mint smell is long lasting.

Video: Cat owns dog

One hungry, tough cat!

Old Dogs: A book in progress

For this book of photos, the editors are in search of perfectly imperfect dogs: Past their physical prime but stately in their age. Docile or feisty, feeble or hale, goofy or regal - it's all potentially good. So if your dog is at least ten years old, send them a snapshot. If he or she seems right for the book, they'll come to you.
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Study Links Dangerous Dogs To Owners' Crimes

The meaner the dog, the meaner the dog owner, or rather, the more likely the dog owner is a criminal. That conclusion comes from a new study with nationwide implications.

According to researchers, owners of high risk dogs who have been cited for not registering that dog, or other similar infractions... are 3 times more likely to have been convicted for domestic violence, 8 times more likely to have a drug conviction, 9 times more likely to have a crime involving children, and 14 times more likely to have an alcohol related conviction.
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BowCow Puppy Purse

Watch the hordes mooove over, when you saunter down the street with this playful PuppyPurse.

Fluffy black-and-white spotted faux fur keeps your puppy comfy while you're out walking, shopping,... or just grazing.

Video: Everyone Loves the Cat

Ponta the cat is dropped off at a "dog cafe" in Japan, where he's a surprise hit among the local canines.