Monthly Archives: August 2011

Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Susan

Thank you ISVMA for letting your readers know about Lost Dogs Illinois in your Spring Newletter, getting the word out and helping reunite lost dogs with their families… read newsletter

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TIP – Signs

Posted on August 30, 2011 by Susan

Intersection signs are not only for intersections. Post a sign in your front yard or where your dog escaped. Ask dog owners in your neighborhood & surrounding neighborhoods to posts signs. Ask businesses to post signs. Ask and Post! Get … Continue reading →

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Travel Safe this Labor Day Weekend

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Susan

If you are taking your pet on along on your upcoming Labor Day travels. please make sure you have temporary identification on your dog. Write the address and phone number of where you are staying, as well as your cell … Continue reading →

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Another Happy Home at Last!

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Susan

This was a dog found by a Good Sam… “I made flyers of this lost dog who is called ‘Wrinkles’ and my husband started posting them in Pet Supply Stores within a 2 miles radius and saw that there was … Continue reading →

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TIP – Don’t lose hope

Posted on August 23, 2011 by Susan

Dogs are survivors. There is a good chance your lost dog is out there somewhere. He might be hiding or simply wandering. He could have been taken in by an individual or rescue/shelter organization. Keep getting the word out, and … Continue reading →

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TIP – Raining Dogs and Cats!

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Susan

Think lost not stray(TM) .. next time you see a dog or cat wandering the street or neighborhood, keep this in mind. Dogs and cats don’t fall from the sky- they came from backyards, houses and families. Someone is missing … Continue reading →

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BassetFest 2011

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Susan

This year, Basset Buddies Rescue, Inc., an all-volunteer 501 (c) (3) non-profit dedicated to the re-homing and rescue of Basset Hounds will be Rockin’ at the 11th Annual BassetFest! Saturday, August 27 ~ 10:00am – 8:00pm Sunday, August 28 ~ 8:00am … Continue reading →

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Lost or Stolen?

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Susan

This morning, August 18,  Good Morning America ran a segment that led with the headline that there has been a 49% increase in the dog thefts. This was a very misleading story – the headline sensationalized “research” that the AKC … Continue reading →

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TIP – Martingale Collar

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Susan

Use a martingale collar to prevent your dog from slipping out of his/her collar. For added security (shy/timid dogs), use the martingale with a front ring harness. You can also use carabineer, coupler or two leashes if the harness and … Continue reading →

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Webinar: The Calgary Model for Success

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Susan

Successful Return to Owner programs at animal shelters save lives. Bill Bruce who runs Animal Services in Calgary is giving a free webinar today & tomorrow through Petsmart Charities. He will explain how they are saving the lives of over … Continue reading →

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