"DANGER! BEWARE OF DOG"

Upon entering the little country store, the stranger noticed a sign saying "DANGER! BEWARE OF DOG!" posted on the glass door. Inside he noticed a harmless old hound dog asleep on the floor besides the cash register.




He asked the store manager, "Is THAT the dog folks are supposed to beware of?"



"Yep, that's him," he replied.



The stranger couldn't help but be amused. "That certainly doesn't look like a dangerous dog to me. Why in the world would you post that sign?"



"Because," the owner replied, "before I posted that sign, people kept tripping over him."
Source: Dog Examiner

The Gift of a Dog is not just for Christmas-You don't give a gift then put it on a chain

Twas the night before Christmas


when all thru the house



Not a creature was stirring

not even a mouse.



The stockings were hung by the chimney with care

In hopes that St. Nick soon would be there.



The children all nestled snug in their beds

With no thought of the dog filling their head.



And mom in her kerchief and I in my cap

Knew the dog was cold, but didn’t care about that.



When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter

I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.



Away to the window I flew like a flash

Figuring the dog was free of his chain and into the trash.



The moon on the breast of the new fallen snow

gave the luster of mid-day to objects below.



When what to my wondering eyes should appear

But Santa Clause with his eyes full of tears.



He unchained the dog once so lively and quick

Last year’s Christmas present now painfully sick.



More rapid than eagles he called the dog’s name

and the dog ran to him despite all his pain.



Now Dasher, now Dancer, now Prancer and Vixen

On Comet on Cupid on Donner and Blitzen.



To the top of the porch to the top of the wall

Let’s find this dog a home where he will be loved by all.



I knew in an instant there would be no gifts this year

For Santa had made one thing quite clear.



The gift of a dog is not just for the season

We had gotten the dog for all the wrong reasons.



In our haste to think of the kids a gift

There was one important thing we missed



A dog should be family, and cared for the same

You don’t give a gift, then put it on a chain.



And I heard him explain as he rode out of site,

“You weren’t given a gift, you were given a life.”


Share this with your friends... Keep in mind a dog is a precious life to be cherished and love its not a toy to be given at christmas then forgotten and thrown away like the christmas wrappings your presents came in. A dog or puppy is a gift to be loved all year round and not played with only on Christmas day and then chained up. Think before you decide to give such a Christmas present. Don't break this puppy's heart....
I ask your forgiveness ofr being away so long but I caught the Flu and have been bedridden all this time I felt beter today and decided to blog and let you all know that I hope to blog again more often if my health ermists. I do hope tho you all have not forgotten your friend Lilyruth and will continue to visit me here often. Know I have missed you all and I also want my friends who visited me at http://dogcents.tody.com/ that I do not know whats going on at that blog seems since I have been ill they have changed it all around nd taken all of my blogroll links off and taken off alot of other things and its filled with google ads that I do not even belong to or have placed on there I no longer use google ads nor adsense so plese know those are not my ds I did not put them on there they were placed on there by the owners of the today.com Im in the process of trying to get it all sorted out but if they do not want to change my blog http://dogcents.today.com/ back to the wy I had it then I will discontinue using that site so I wanted you all to know this. If I do not get it back the way I want it then I will just add all of my blogroll links onto this blog here so I hope everyonw that had submtted ther blog links to http://dogcents.today.com/ will come and leave theri comments here with theri  blogs address so I can put your blogroll address here I know I had exchanged alot of links with alot of my dog friends who have dog blogs so I hope you all will get in touch with me here so I can start adding your links here. Thanks Lilyruth
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Happy Halloween

Happy trick or treating!

This costume sure has taken a beating...

Help me! My mask keeps on slipping,

I am a monster who now has trouble seeing...

Look! That yard has ten black cats in it

That have suffered a treeing.

My little sister just got sick,

I told her that raw pumpkins were not for eating!

My stupid cousin jumped over a fire in his ghost costume,

The whole neighborhood heard him screaming!

We put him out, no burns but, his tears are still streaming.

Grandma tried to pass out pumpkin pie for treats...

Now, her yard is toilet papered and gleaming.

My Uncle handed out money,

I have never seen so many kids trick or treat repeating.

That kid that dressed up as Tarzan

is now freezing!

Watch out! The dog that grabbed the cat tail off of that little girl's cat Halloween costume

Is really mean!

I have to go hide all of my candy now,

So my brother won't eat it.

We finally ran out of candy to give out to

All of the trick or treaters that we have been greeting.

I have a stomach ache from eating

More candy than I have ever seen.

Four kids are now hiding under my bed,

Convinced that the wind howling through the trees is a ghost squealing.

One child refused to leave the house, thinking

The lit pumpkin outside will be following...

This is one night

That I won't have any trouble sleeping...........
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Arthritis And Hip Dysplasia in Old Dogs

When it comes to caring for your old dog, Arthritis and Hip Dysplasia may be two of the most difficult diseases for dog owners to contend with. Although both diseases can affect all breeds and sizes, the larger breeds seem to have a higher risk for Hip Dysplasia.
These are very painful diseases and can be distressing for dog owners who often feel helpless. There are several prescription drugs available through your veterinarian that can help your old dog tremendously. Take note that although these drugs will help quickly, unfortunately, they are very hard on your dog's organs just as quickly. Most veterinarians do blood work every six months to monitor animals when placed on non-steroidal drugs.
Unfortunately, there are no cures for Arthritis, Osteoarthritis or Hip Dysplasia. As we all know, prevention is the best cure. Although genetics does play a role, by starting your dog on a whole diet that includes fresh meat and vegetables as early on as possible is critical for preventing and rehabilitation of these diseases.
We have seen tremendous results by feeding our own dogs a fresh diet rich in nutrients and by integrating a component that naturally Renews Synovial Fluid Around The Damaged Joints.
A high potency formula of Glucosamine can often provide much needed comfort and relief for older dogs with full blown arthritis. While the pill form might cost less, it does not have the benefits that a liquid does. Avoid pill forms found at the local supermarket or drug store, they just don't have the potency to do the job.
We did our own research and found an excellent product that we use on our own dogs, however, this glucosamine must be refridgerated for shelf life. It is economically priced at half the cost of most others and you get a larger bottle as well: Now Foods Liquid Glucosamine/Chondroitin 16oz.
If your dog is currently on prescription medications, always inform your veterinarian when adding any new treatment or medicines whether all natural or not.
Tips For Joint Pain And Stiffness In Your Old Dog
Give "Coated" Aspirin such as Ascriptin but NEVER IBUPROFEN or any products that contain Ibuprofen.
A dog bed made specifically for dogs with joint problems.
Purchase doggie stairs or a ramp and never allow him to jump and land on his front legs.
Don't put his bed directly in front of the air conditioner vent.