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RIP Oreo

I just read the article about the abused pit bull, Oreo that was euthanized and it breaks my heart. My dog Stormy, is probably part pit bull (although I didn't tell my insurance agent that). I found her abandoned on the street during a terrible winter storm. She had been abused and she was aggressive. But 14 years later she is a happy member of my family. I wish every dog had a happy ending. These poor creatures have no voice. And it is particularly heart-breaking when you hear of another pit bu… Continue

Added by Susan Stelljes on November 18, 2009 at 4:23pm — No Comments

Rees needs surgery

We have 4 year old chocolate Lab is in desperate need of a surgery for her knee. The vet wants half down ( $900). We need some help raising the $900. Her webpage http://helprees.blogspot.com/ and from there you would be able to help through a donation. Or if you wo… Continue

Added by Sandy Metcalf (French-Vanila Labradors) FVLabs Rescue on November 15, 2009 at 7:46am — 1 Comment

writing another book

I have been torn between writing about my animals and about my family history. But when I look back I find it hard to seperate my family story without including the animals that have shared my life. Holidays, vacations, losses and gains, laughter and tears my animals have shared these moments and always enriched them. Continue

Added by Susan Stelljes on November 13, 2009 at 1:00pm — No Comments

OAK GROVE GOLDENS?

Hi! We are about to get a Golden Retreiver puppy to join our family. Has anyone ever heard of OAK GROVE GOLDENS? Any pros or cons either way? Thank you for your insight! Continue

Added by Alison Sarantakos on November 10, 2009 at 5:12pm — No Comments

the writing of Wonder Dog

About 10 years ago, I started volunteering at the Oregon Humane Society. This was just about the time they were breaking ground on their brand new facility. My special project was to go through the society's archives and organize all the historical materials and prepare them for archiving at the Oregon Historical Society. It was at this time I first heard about Bobbie, the Wonder Dog. Bobbie, was a Scotch collie-mix, that became famous in 1924 after he found his way home to Silverton, Oregon af… Continue

Added by Susan Stelljes on November 6, 2009 at 9:43am — No Comments

Fun contests :)

Those of you who know us know we are totally into having fun with our dogs and then adding to our dogs "resume" (yes, he has his own website, haha).. That means going out and playing, hiking or kayaking with our dogs, training -- obedience, tricks & agility, entering fun contests and whatnot. Well, thanks to Andrea, we entered the Jax and Bones Halloween photo contest on Facebook and Parker won 2nd place! :) Hooray! Thank you, Andrea for letting us know about this contest!! We're also in an… Continue

Added by Jenn on November 5, 2009 at 7:55pm — 6 Comments

the changing way we communicate - huge changes in the world of clicks

I have been knocking my head against the wall about how to get local businesses and services to advertise on our site. There are probably many reasons why people do and why they don't. One thing for sure old paradigms about how and what works are truly different and the subject of great conversation everywhere. It's requiring a whole new world view and what we think is true isn't necessarily. The unclicking 84% Mark points us to this… Continue

Added by Andrea Schneider on November 5, 2009 at 10:27am — No Comments

Pets and Our Health

We have noticed the connection for years. The BEST short term health insurance plan to have is to have a pet. Pets help us deal with stress, show us love when we need it most, and give us something to care for. Plus they are like a home security systems. They don't judge and don't ask questions.… Continue

Added by Pat Jewett on November 1, 2009 at 9:44am — 1 Comment

Cutest, Sweetest Doggie Looking for a Really Good Home

Hi, my name is Ruby. I was born on May 8, 2008 which makes me 1yr 6mo. My real mom, Lucy, is a black lab and I’m pretty sure my dad is a Rottweiler. I weigh about 67 pounds and am naturally pretty skinny with long legs (makin’ my girlfriends jealous). I was born on a farm on Whidbey Island along with 11 other black rugrats that look a lot like me. Check out my real mom’s blog to meet me, my real mom, and my brothers and sisters when I was just a lil tyke:… Continue

Added by Deb Stewart on October 23, 2009 at 12:44pm — No Comments

Our rescue boy Rueben is looking for his forever person!

2 weeks ago I told my friend and rescue colleague Vicki that I would take over a dog she had in rescue, Rueben. She had more BC's that she could count in rescue at that time and we had room to spare and so Rueben joined our pack.

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Added by Eucalypta on October 21, 2009 at 12:05am — No Comments

"Lose-Proofing Fluffy" -- PLEASE HELP SPREAD THE WORD!

This workshop is the best one-stop answer to lost pets you're going to find: get "Fluffy" microchipped, tagged, and photographed (mug-shot style) at rock-bottom prices. If you don't need these services, I'LL BET YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO DOES! WHEN: Sunday October 11 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm WHERE: Western Pet Supply 6908 SW Bvtn-Hillsdale Hwy Portland, OR 97225 (Raleigh Hills) WHO: Donating their time and skills in behalf of Animal Aid: -- Dr. Libby Hawkins of Gabriel Park Veterinary Clinic -- a Vet T… Continue

Added by Linda Keast on October 9, 2009 at 8:17am — No Comments

You will like this.....

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Added by Leslie Hinton on October 6, 2009 at 1:59pm — No Comments

The best dog food (from SNL) - LOL!

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Added by pdxjake on October 5, 2009 at 9:05am — No Comments

How to Get Free Email Mail Marketing that Converts Like Crazy

First... Set Up a Free Account With a Company that is White Listed... There are many email marketing companies that offer free campaigns, but two stand alone as the best. 1) iContact - Included in their free package is a 31 page white paper that will make even the most novice marketer an email pro. They have a fully integrated survey sytem along with email scheduling capabilities. iContact also has the best selection… Continue

Added by Kaylin Bennett on September 25, 2009 at 10:46am — No Comments

animalsarepeopletoo

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Added by sabrina & biggie smalls on September 24, 2009 at 10:04pm — No Comments

Andrea's Blog

I want to write a regular blog on pdxdog™.com. I will write as often as I can and when the spirit moves me. pdxdog.com in the New York Times, National News Front Page, is so exciting. I have to keep myself from jumping around my office, while I watch so many people join our community and more emails than I can answer in one day. I've had calls for interviews and had the chance to shout-out about our Port… Continue

Added by Andrea Schneider on September 4, 2009 at 2:30pm — 3 Comments

Testimonial's - We Want to Know!

This is the place to add anything good you have to say about pdxdog.™com. Have you tried an advertiser's product or service you loved? We want to know. Have you met new people or businesses which made a difference with your pup, gotten advice which has… Continue

Added by Andrea Schneider on August 24, 2009 at 1:32pm — 1 Comment

advertising, events posting & faq on pdxdog.™com

This conversation is also located under Business Owners Group, here is the link. I need to re-position it, but until I do, you can connect through the link above. Sorry for any confusion. Andrea Continue

Added by Andrea Schneider on August 20, 2009 at 3:36pm — 1 Comment

My little girl is crazy!

My little Yorkie is driving me nuts with her barking she has picked up this habit and I have tried everything I can think of to shut her up. Just looking for anyone with ideas cause I am going crazy. She is acting up like crazy lately. Please help if you have any ideas.

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Added by Carole Bigwood on August 18, 2009 at 10:10am — No Comments

Fun on my day off!

Just finished up a little dog training via text. Have another "beginning to advanced" group class almost ready to graduate! Then they will move on to my Canine Good Citizen classes! How exciting! I am so proud, especially of the little Jack Russell "Bam Bam". He is trying so hard, but it's difficult for this breed because nothing can move fast enough! LOL "Perfect"or not they can always donate blood! Animal hospitals need blood! More donors, the lower the cost of transfusions. Plus your furry lo… Continue

Added by Sunday (craziest get a straight jacket dog/cat person) on August 16, 2009 at 11:30pm — 1 Comment