The DogChannel Newswire (09-29-07)

Flag Fire Hydrant To Be Reinstalled in Oregon Park
The flag-painted fire hydrant that was removed because critics thought dogs would be piddling on it is being reinstalled. But with a fence, so dogs will have to look elsewhere, The Oregonian reports.
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Dog Rescued From Kuwait Fitted With Artificial Leg
The dog was rescued in June and brought to Colorado where a revolutionary procedure is helping her walk again, The Rocky Mountain News reports.
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Injured Dog Gets a Second Chance
A dog that was hit by a car and left to die was rescued by a passer-by who took him to a rescue. The mixed-breed dog was taken in for surgery and is now on his way to recovery, The Houston Chronicle reports.
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Dog Agility Practice Center Opens in Missouri
Dogs in the Midwest have a new place to jump through hoops, as K-9s in Motion opens its doors, Lee’s Summit Journal (Missouri) reports.
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Veterinarian to the Stars Advocates High-Quality ‘People Food’ for Pets
A pet guru explains why animals’ nutritional needs are just as complicated as humans’ needs; he has worked with celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey and Martha Stewart, The Lexington Herald-Leader reports.
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