Posted: February 6, 2009, 5 a.m. EST
See Spot Hike. See Spot’s Boots?
To facilitate canine hiking treks, a vast array of gear has been introduced in recent years, including backpacks, leashes, harnesses, coats, boots, bowls, beds, and tents designed especially for dogs, for their paws and their comfort, on the trails, The New York Times reports.
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Pet Healthcare Goes Holistic
More dog owners turn to treatments such as acupuncture and massage for their furry friends, The Washington Post reports.
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Puppy Found Frozen to a Tree
A 7-week old puppy is now recovering after he was found tied and frozen to a tree. The Washington County Humane Society is investigating, MSNBC.com reports.
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Volcano Looms Over Iditarod Dogs
From the Seavey dog sled kennel you get a clear view of the Redoubt volcano, and the Seavey family is watching closely. The volcano is expected to erupt any day now, and the Seaveys are trying to find a way of keeping their prized sled dogs safe from the ash that may fall over a large portion of Alaska, CNN.com reports.
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Kansas Mayor Shoots Two Dogs After Warning He Would
A small-town mayor who shot two dogs dead after months of complaints about aggressive dogs turned himself in to face criminal charges but said he was just protecting his community, The Associated Press reports.
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