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The Importance of Blood Work
As Whistle turned six this year, he is graying around his eyes and muzzle and I can definitely tell my athletic service dog is getting older. I recently took Whistle to see our veterinarian, Dr. Murt Byrne, for a wellness check. I try to take him to see Dr. Murt about...
War Dogs Remembered – Recognizing Our Unsung Canine Heroes
I recently had the pleasure of visiting with veteran military dog handler, Larry Chilcoat on Working Like Dogs at www.Pet LifeRadio.com. Larry, a member of the Vietnam Dog Handlers Association, stopped by to visit with me about the ongoing efforts to build a Military...
How to Choose the Best Chew Toy for Your Assistance Dog
Toys are an important part of your assistance dog’s overall health and well-being. Having appropriate, engaging chew toys is important not only for entertainment but it can also support their dental health and ease anxiety. I don’t know about you but when I got my...
HBO Documentary on Dog Bereavement
As many of you know, I lost my retired service dog, Morgan, on March 12, 2011. It continues to be a painful process for me as I am striving to come to terms with his absence. I thought it was ironic that I received a call today from documentary filmmaker Amanda...
Happy Birthday Morgan
As many of you may know, Franz and I had to say good-bye to our beloved Morgan on March 12, 2011. Morgan was a golden retriever who proudly served as my second assistance dog. He came to us 11 years ago and brought with him a silent, soulful, intense presence that...
