http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:01:19 -0700 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:04:58 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Pet-Examiner-recap-101-stories-of-the-week?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner GPS pet locator tracking device to help find a lost pet (Susan Balanda, National Pets Examiner) Trying to find a lost pet can be like looking for a needle in a haystack. There are things you can do to try and find a lost pet, but it is often c... Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:04:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Pet-Examiner-recap-101-stories-of-the-week?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d21-What-the-client-or-patient-gains-is-the-most-important-part-of-the-animalassisted-therapy-equation?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner So often people express an interest in volunteering with their pet and are surprised to learn that the focus is first on the patient or client, then the handler and then the animal. Yes we want to share our love for our pet with others and re... Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:54:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d21-What-the-client-or-patient-gains-is-the-most-important-part-of-the-animalassisted-therapy-equation?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d20-The-Poodle-Club-of-Las-Vegas-is-also-a-poodle-rescue?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner Did you know that in addition to providing a broad range of benefits and activities for poodle lovers, the Poodle Club of Las Vegas also has a rescue operation? The Poodle Club of Las Vegas was started in 1964 as the Southern Nevada Poodle Cl... Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:46:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d20-The-Poodle-Club-of-Las-Vegas-is-also-a-poodle-rescue?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Vanessa-Boer-an-artist-with-a-whimsical-approach-to-pet-portraits?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner Vanessa Boer is a Brookllyn-based painter, illustrator, and “maker of things” whose custom pet portraits “capture the ‘little human’ inside each pet’s unique personality. Not just their dashing good looks.&rdquo... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:02:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Vanessa-Boer-an-artist-with-a-whimsical-approach-to-pet-portraits?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d17-The-girl-who-never-spoke-said-Coco?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner For one whole year Coco visited with Zara each Friday. Zara had the biggest smile and loved to run her fingers through Coco’s fluffy white fur. Zara loved to be chased by Coco and let Coco chase her. Zara lifted Coco’s little... Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:01:24 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d17-The-girl-who-never-spoke-said-Coco?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Support-Heaven-Can-Wait-Animal-Society-on-November-22-at-the-M-Resort?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner Heaven Can Wait Animal Society has been an important voice in Las Vegas for those animals who cannot speak for themselves. Through their many innovative programs they have dedicated themselves to eradicating the senseless euthanasia of more t... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:16:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d16-Support-Heaven-Can-Wait-Animal-Society-on-November-22-at-the-M-Resort?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Can-the-perfect-humananimal-bond-begin-with-a-very-poor-match?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner “Oh, my dog is a herding dog? Is that why it is nipping at my grandchildren and bringing dead rabbits into the house?” One of the most challenging clients for a trainer is when you have a dedicated, well-intentioned owner with the... Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:56:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d14-Can-the-perfect-humananimal-bond-begin-with-a-very-poor-match?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Pet-Examiner-stories-of-the-week?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner The best vet is a good diagnostician (Sharon Sakson, Pet Life Examiner) The very best veterinarian you can have is one who is a good diagnostician. It’s what you want in a doctor for yourself, too. The best way to find a good vet is by ... Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:50:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Pet-Examiner-stories-of-the-week?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d10-November-is-National-Diabetes-Awareness-month-how-diabetes-affects-canines?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner Statistics show that one in 400 canines develop diabetes. The most common form of diabetes in canines is Type 1 diabetes mellitus although 5-20% of cats suffer from it, as well. Cats typically suffer from Type 2 diabetes mellitus, the most common ... Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:22:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d10-November-is-National-Diabetes-Awareness-month-how-diabetes-affects-canines?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d9-How-to-prepare-your-pet-for-the-holidays?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner Tips for a happy, healthy holiday with your pet: Feed your dog a bit earlier before guests arrive so he is not hungry and can wait calmly with his usual routine. Give him a good walk before guests are to arrive so he eliminates and i... Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:33:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d9-How-to-prepare-your-pet-for-the-holidays?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Is-your-dog-a-star-Enter-the-AKC-Canine-Partners-mixed-breed-photo-contest?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner Do you have a mixed breed star in your home? American Kennel Club is looking for a mixed breed dog to represent their new AKC Canine Partners Program. There is no fee for participating. Just submit your photo, along with a completed entry for... Sun, 08 Nov 2009 08:44:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Is-your-dog-a-star-Enter-the-AKC-Canine-Partners-mixed-breed-photo-contest?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Meet-Gordon-an-artist-who-brings-out-the-best-in-your-pup?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner “Growing up on England, my best friend was our English Cocker Spaniel. She was so beautiful, and having been an artist practically my entire life, it was logical to focus on painting dogs in her honor,” says Gordon. Gordon holds a... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 08:58:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Meet-Gordon-an-artist-who-brings-out-the-best-in-your-pup?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Meet-Gordon-Weinstock-an-artist-who-brings-out-the-best-in-your-pup?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner “Growing up on England, my best friend was our English Cocker Spaniel. She was so beautiful, and having been an artist practically my entire life, it was logical to focus on painting dogs in her honor,” says Gordon. Gordon holds a... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:56:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d7-Meet-Gordon-Weinstock-an-artist-who-brings-out-the-best-in-your-pup?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Beautiful-holiday-ornaments-capture-your-pets-personality?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner Nancy George-Michalson, New York City artist, began her unique business in 1992 when family and friends asked her to create hand-painted holiday glass ornaments for them. Nancy’s personalized creations have since expanded to major retailers ... Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:21:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m1d11-Beautiful-holiday-ornaments-capture-your-pets-personality?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d5-FREE-class-at-Petco-Warm-Springs-prepares-you-and-your-dogs-for-the-holidays?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner On Sunday, November 8, 2009, Petco at Warm Springs and Durango (8495 W. Warm Springs in the Desert Marketplace) will hold a free class discussing the holidays and how to prepare your pet for the occasion. Lots of new people coming and going, ... Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:56:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d23-FREE-class-at-Petco-Warm-Springs-prepares-you-and-your-dogs-for-the-holidays?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d2-Next-step-to-becoming-an-animal-assisted-therapy-dog-come-when-called?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner How important is it for you to be able to reliably recall your dog? For a therapy dog, it is one of the most critical elements of the test. The handler must have confidence in their dog that he will come when called and the dog must have total ... Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:34:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m11d2-Next-step-to-becoming-an-animal-assisted-therapy-dog-come-when-called?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Pet-Examiner-recap-top-stories-of-the-week?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner   Teach your puppy not to bite your feet (Jeff Millman, Dog Training Examiner) To teach a puppy to stop biting feet or clothes, you should pay attention to his behavior before he bites feet or clothes. This is called "shaping the... Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:07:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Pet-Examiner-recap-top-stories-of-the-week?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m10d28-American-Kennel-Clubs-new-Canine-Partners-mixed-breeds-listing?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner AKC announced the launch of a new program for mixed breeds – AKC Canine Partners. Enroll your mixed breed dog to receive special benefits such as:    AKC’s CAR’s Lost & Found recovery service, which includ... puppy training Animal assisted therapy hmane eduction Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:26:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m10d28-American-Kennel-Clubs-new-Canine-Partners-mixed-breeds-listing?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Baxter-the-worlds-greatest-therapy-dog-passes-away?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner What made Baxter such an extraordinary animal assisted therapy dog? His heart. At the remarkable age of 19, Baxter, the Lab/Chow mix, was celebrating a lifetime of service as a therapy dog with Therapy Dogs International when his time came. ... Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:58:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Baxter-the-worlds-greatest-therapy-dog-passes-away?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m10d25-The-power-of-touch-Aliah-visits-Silver-Ridge-Health-Care-Center?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner All they want to do is touch Aliah. As soon as this beautiful Oriental Shorthair strides by on her leash, the room explodes in broad grins and a sweet energy. The feeling of mutual respect and caring is palpable. The first therapy cat to visi... Sun, 25 Oct 2009 09:09:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-9149-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner~y2009m10d25-The-power-of-touch-Aliah-visits-Silver-Ridge-Health-Care-Center?cid=exrss-Las-Vegas-Therapy-Dogs-Examiner