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Author Archives: Jackie Hirtz
Remembering Lily the Therapy Dog
Posted in dogs, Los Angeles school, teacher, therapeutic, Therapy Dogs
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Two Ways of Thinking About Good Dogs
Are good dogs born that way? Or… well, take a look. And about my good dog — I’ve been working hard to train my exuberant, happy puppy to tame her energy and greet people and dogs in a calm manner. … Continue reading
Posted in dog training, dogs, mindfulness, pursuing a goal, Therapy Dogs, Uncategorized
Tagged born that way, goal, good dog, puppy training, training
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Consider This: a Dog as a Personal Physician
Elizabeth Landau writes for CNN, “His name is Valor. He’s half Labrador retriever, half Great Dane, and goes everywhere with Sgt. Charles Hernandez. But Valor is more than a pet — Hernandez considers the dog a personal physician…” Dogs: … Continue reading
Posted in service dogs, stress, therapeutic, Therapy Dogs
Tagged change the brain, dog, mental health, therapy dogs
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Great Info! How to Examine Your Dog
Shea Cox, DVM of TheBark.com offers a 4 part guide on DIY Physical Exam: An “owner’s manual” for your dog. Thank you Shea! Part 1 in a 4 Part Guide Shea Cox, DVM | August 23, 2012
A True Animal Hero (Make that Two Animal Heroes)
Nathan J. Winograd, Stanford Law School graduate, is a real-life hero for animals. Among his numerous and amazing accomplishments, he made a documentary film. Watch the trailer. Was Henry Bergh, a 19th Century animal advocate the Nathan J. Winograd of … Continue reading
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Just One Day…
“On June 11, we asked shelters across the country to stop killing so that we can become a No Kill nation for Just One Day. We challenged them to put down the “euthanasia needles” and pick up cameras instead: to … Continue reading
Dogs on the Titanic
Twelve dogs were on the Titanic and three survived. Take a look at this exhibit at the Widener University Art Gallery in Philadelphia. “There is such a special bond between people and their pets. For many, they are considered to … Continue reading
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The Story of Wonder Dog – A Golden Retriever
A boy and his dog, but so much more… This New York Times Magazine story by Melissa Fay Greene, is a must-read for anyone involved with animal-assisted therapy or service dogs — Wonder Dog.
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A Great Therapy Dog Story for the New Year
Dogs are the ultimate practitioners of mindfulness — of the canine kind. They are grateful for each day, each moment, and that’s where they live, love, share and give back. Dobie is an example. Read his story, it will make … Continue reading
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Tagged Dobie, giving back, mindfulness, rescued lab
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Second Chances for Kids and Dogs
Washington Middle School, in Steinbeck country, knows how to help make the world a better place for at-risk students and rescue dogs. Hooray for Salinas, CA.
Adventures in Dog Land 