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A NEW MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGER
I am so sorry for my lack of participation. I have asked eons to release me from managing the group but we need a new manager and a moderator as well. Both Cindy (Seadreamer) and I have been unable to be present for the past few months. I love this group and want it to have a good active manager so if you are interested in Managing one of the biggest and most loving groups on eons please let me know so I can pass your name on to eons management. Until a new manager is found the eons management is not removing me so please someone step forward and keep this group the wonderful place it has always been.
Love to all and my apologies for my absence.
Cindy
Love to all and my apologies for my absence.
Cindy
A Dog Named Christmas
There is a new Hallmark Hall of Fame movie out. Just watched it last night. The title is "A DOG CALLED CHRISTMAS". Of course Christmas is a Yellow Lab. It's a very heart warming movie. I hope you all get a chance to watch it. They showed it on CBS.
There were actually two dog movies on last night and both by Hallmark. The second one was on the ABC Family channel. It's title was ":The dog who saved Christmas". This also stared a Yellow Lab named Zeus. Both were great to watch. The problem was that they overlapped. Luckily they repeated the Dog who saved Christmas and got to see both in their entirety.
The Dog who saved Christmas was more of a "Home Alone " type movie, but it was fun.
There were actually two dog movies on last night and both by Hallmark. The second one was on the ABC Family channel. It's title was ":The dog who saved Christmas". This also stared a Yellow Lab named Zeus. Both were great to watch. The problem was that they overlapped. Luckily they repeated the Dog who saved Christmas and got to see both in their entirety.
The Dog who saved Christmas was more of a "Home Alone " type movie, but it was fun.
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by sailor1845 
Caring for your dog in winter
Running, Fetching, and Walking in a Winter Wonderland
from DogAge
Sure, winter brings its share of yucky weather, but it's still important to make every effort to get Rover out of the house on a regular basis for walks and exercise. Here are a few ways you can help your pup get acclimated to the colder weather so he can still enjoy his outdoor playtime:
Bootie up. Donning a pair of canine booties will protect your pooch's paws from chilly ice and snow and the harsh chemicals used to melt snow and ice on the roads and sidewalks. There are also some wax-based topical products you can apply to the pads of his paws that will provide some buffering.
Consider new clothes. Most dogs, especially those with short hair and puppies who have less insulating body fat can benefit from having a cozy sweater to help them stay warm outdoors.
Focus on favorites. The quickest way to lift your pup's spirits (and his body temperature) is to stick to his favorite outdoor activities, like playing catch with a best-loved toy. The more passionate he is about his play, the less he'll mind the cold.
Take along to-go treats. Go ahead and slip your pup a few treats now and then to help him stay motivated and keep him on course during long walks on especially chilly days.
Be calorie conscious. During the winter, your pooch's body has to burn more calories to keep warm, so ask your vet if you should add a little extra fuel to your pet's furnace by upping his food intake a bit.
from DogAge
Sure, winter brings its share of yucky weather, but it's still important to make every effort to get Rover out of the house on a regular basis for walks and exercise. Here are a few ways you can help your pup get acclimated to the colder weather so he can still enjoy his outdoor playtime:
Bootie up. Donning a pair of canine booties will protect your pooch's paws from chilly ice and snow and the harsh chemicals used to melt snow and ice on the roads and sidewalks. There are also some wax-based topical products you can apply to the pads of his paws that will provide some buffering.
Consider new clothes. Most dogs, especially those with short hair and puppies who have less insulating body fat can benefit from having a cozy sweater to help them stay warm outdoors.
Focus on favorites. The quickest way to lift your pup's spirits (and his body temperature) is to stick to his favorite outdoor activities, like playing catch with a best-loved toy. The more passionate he is about his play, the less he'll mind the cold.
Take along to-go treats. Go ahead and slip your pup a few treats now and then to help him stay motivated and keep him on course during long walks on especially chilly days.
Be calorie conscious. During the winter, your pooch's body has to burn more calories to keep warm, so ask your vet if you should add a little extra fuel to your pet's furnace by upping his food intake a bit.
Pets and Grief
From time to time I see people post things about their pet passing and the grief they go through. I too have had my share! I found a web-site after reading a book by this gentleman, a psychic. While many of you do not believe in psychic ability, this person has a special place on his website where you can read stories and share things about your pets passing. I found it comforting. He calls pets "The Eyes of God" - and I beleieve him.
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Click on "Past Installments" for more stories.
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