Free Help for Fido

by Tanner

(c) Bow Wow Resort

I hear mom talking about folks having money problems a lot these days. She says that some families have a tough time keeping their dogs, because they can't afford their food or healthcare. That's why she supports our local dog food pantry for families who need a little help. Central Florida Animal Pantry, among others, offer free food and pet supplies to families in need.


But what about health questions or assistance with training problems? Not all dogs are as perfectly well behaved as I am. "Ouch! Stop it Oliver! Just because you got your CGC doesn't mean you're the only well-behaved dog in the house."


Anyway, I just wanted to remind you that over at All Things Dog Blog you can Ask the Vet about your dog's health, and you an also get training advice from Judy, our Ask the Dog Trainer columnist. The best part is that this is all FREE. Unlike some of those ads you see on Internet pet sites, our advice is totally FREE. Write to LetsAdoptaDogPark@gmail.com with your questions. Happy tails! 

Canine Cookbook Taste Testing has Begun

by Xena, Tanner and Oliver

Today we're all three here to help mom call out the cooks. She had an idea to start putting together a cookbook for pups; you know, the kind that has dog chow ideas in it. Yes!

We're especially excited to try all the submissions, since we get to be the judges for the winners. All of your doggie recipes will be included, along with your pup's picture and your name (if you like), so let's get cooking!

Ooops! We forgot to mention the other two prizes. Sorry. We're pretty focused on the food. It's a dog thing.

Apparently this cookbook needs a name, so mom's taking ideas and the winner will get a prize too. Along with this, she'll need a great cover photo. Does your dog like to pose at the stove, wearing an apron, or stirring a pot? If not, Photoshop works for us. 

Mom's going to dig up prizes for at least 5 categories:

• Best overall recipe
• Best home-cooked meal recipe
• Best treat recipe
• Cover photo winner 
• Cookbook title idea winner

Send your submissions of all types to LetsAdoptaDogPark@gmail.com. We'll be collecting and testing for a while, but don't let any grass grow under your feet. Dig up those yummy recipes and send 'em in quick. We'd hate for you to miss your chance to get published.

One final thing. If you're a doggie business that would like to get some promotion, we're looking for prize donations. Anything that can be shipped will work great. We have readers all over the world, so we'll be looking for gift certificates or small, lightweight items that can be shipped relatively inexpensively. If you can donate a prize, I'd love to hear from you at the email above. We'll be sure to give you some free advertising in exchange for your generosity.

Okay, chefs, cooks, and cleanup crew; it's time to get busy cooking. We're looking for a few good recipes--chop! chop!