uwiniwin

@uwiniwin (61)

India • Age 67

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WoW I am tired my dog managed to keep me up all night again!

moneymommy @moneymommy (3418) • United States 20 Feb 09

Well he was at it again last night howling and barking. Every hour he would start up again until I took him out. I hope this isn't becoming a habit. I cant lose sleep like this every night. I will have to figure something out to...

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uwiniwin There are several reasons why dogs suddenly start behaving like this. Why don't you read the article "DOES YOUR DOG BARK A LOT?" on the site http://www.dogcarereviews.com/does-your-dog-bark-a-lot/ . Maybe you may find some useful tips to help him not to feel...

21 Feb 09

Why is it important not to buy from pet shops or pet farms

ronaldinu @ronaldinu (12422) • Malta 13 Dec 08

Here is another heartbreaking story that enlightens us why we should not buy dogs or other pets from pet farms or pet shops. It is much more better to buy from a reputable breeder. [i]Kathleen O'Grady fell in love with...

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uwiniwin It is so sad reading about Patches. It is generally believed that it is a bad practice to buy pets from pet stores. There are many reasons for this. I would like you to read this excellent article by Brenda Nelson at...

14 Dec 08

Petland Stores and puppy mills.

webeishere @webeishere (36313) • United States 20 Nov 08

This story brings tears to my eyes. http://www.myfoxtwincities.com/myfox/pages/News/Detail?contentId=7909168&version=1&locale=EN-US&layoutCode=TSTY&pageId=3.2.1 Investigators found many Petland puppies come from massive...

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uwiniwin All this is so sad. I hope more and more people become aware of the merciless way puppies are kept in the "puppy mills" and refrain from buying dogs from these shops. Please read this informativ article by Brenda Nelson. It sheds light on the same subject...

21 Nov 08

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savypat @savypat (20216) • United States 1 Nov 08

My daughter's dog is staying with us and he is so depressed, he misses her so much. Usually we can get him excited with the other dogs but he's just not willing to play today. Any suggestions?

depression in dogs

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uwiniwin Hi Im sure you too will find some topics of interest on this site http://www.gooddogfood.org and also on http://dogcarereviews.com. Both sites are compeletel;y devoted to dog care information. On the latter you can also download for free, dog care books. Any...

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savypat @savypat (20216) • United States 1 Nov 08

My daughter's dog is staying with us and he is so depressed, he misses her so much. Usually we can get him excited with the other dogs but he's just not willing to play today. Any suggestions?

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uwiniwin Hi savypat, I have written an article about dogs that miss their previous owners/friends. Please read it at http://gooddogfood.org/dog-behavior/separation-anxiety-in-dogs-tips-for-effective-management/. I hope the write-up is of help to you.

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How to provide healthy food for your dog without spending a fortune!

uwiniwin @uwiniwin (61) • India 28 May 08

Hi friends. Samantha Ryder has brought out a book called "101 DELICIOUS RECIPES FOR YOUR PET DOG" It is really nice! Please have a look at it in http://www.dogcarereviews.com. You will fiond the recipes easy to prepare and...

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uwiniwin Hi carolscash I do hope you like the book and get to prepare fresh, healthy, wholesome and nutritionally balanced meals for your puppy. This will ensure he grows up into a healthy dog. All the best!

27 Oct 08

Am I being Scammed?

whiteheather39 @whiteheather39 (24403) • United States 6 Oct 08

I have been using the same vet for all my pets needs for the past 31 years. Today I stopped in to pick up their heartworm and flea medication. No problem with the heartworm medication but they have stopped selling the particular...

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uwiniwin Hi whiteheather39 You have raised a very pertinent and relevant question. Pet care products have indeed become expensive, that you start feeling that you are being 'scammed'. I have written brief but useful write-ups on how to manage and prevent fleas. I...

13 Oct 08

About a dog called Scooby

uwiniwin @uwiniwin (61) • India 13 Sep 08

Did you read about the dog called Scooby that is reported to have provided evidence in a murder case?Well you can learn something about it at http://gooddogfood.org/dog-behavior/scooby-did! And in case you like the original Scooby...

While on vacation, I didn't sleep alone!

jillhill @jillhill (37354) • United States 7 Sep 08

Just returned from vacation with my son and his family which included their little pug. For some reason she decided to sleep every night with me. While they lived in an apartment I kept her for about four months. They weren't sure...

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uwiniwin Hi Jill, Nice to know how close your pug remained to you during vacation!.. It is really good to take your pet along rather than leave him behind with caretakers and worry about his well being all through your vacation, isnt it? Here is a brand new site...

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Olympics for pets

uwiniwin @uwiniwin (61) • India 17 Aug 08

Did you, my friend MyLotters read about Olympets? Its a sports event organized for pets in which so far 400 animals have participated in the heats. Read more about it in www.dogcarereviews.com. You will really enjoy reading it....

beijing olympics 2008

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As a writer, which is more important, making money or recognition of creativity?

familyguy @familyguy (17) • United States 9 Aug 08

When I think of all the writers of the earlier eras and their place in history, I often think who will be considered the greatest writers of our times? So many books I read seem to just be thrown together. It seems that writers...

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uwiniwin A writer will write whether the money is coming in or not. He/She feels happy just by writing. But if you are really an inspired writer, fame and name is not far away. Also, there have been extremely gifted writers who wrote for money to make their living....

10 Aug 08

Buster's Cookie Jar

webeishere @webeishere (36313) • United States 1 Aug 08

My beagle Buster loves his milk bones a lot. But he knows them best as "cookies". Well awhile back while shopping at a Dollar Store I saw this "cookie jar" and bought it. I can't recall but I think it was only $3 or so. It is...

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uwiniwin Hi,Its lovely reading about the treats that your dog loves Grandpa Bob. I am sure he will also love home made treats. By preparing food at home you give him excellent, fresh and nutritionally meal/treat and also save loads of money. Just think about all...

2 Aug 08

What was your first one like?

majestic12 @majestic12 (270) • United States 30 Jul 08

Mine was a female labrador named Suzie, I hardly remember her, she bit me when I was 3 so she was given away to a friend.

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uwiniwin Mine was a female mixed breed, golden brown in color with a lovely tail. She was a tall beautifully built dog, affectionate, happy and mischeavous. Unfortunately, she started biting indiscriminately all of a sudden and when I was attacked twice she had to be...

31 Jul 08

The Dog Bit the Baby's Face - almost 20 Stitches!

risris24 @risris24 (712) • United States 22 Jul 08

I just heard news from an old childhood friend who had a baby less than four months ago. They are in the middle of a move and hired a nanny to watch the baby so they can some things done, and they also have a dog, a miniature...

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uwiniwin This is so sad! I have written about dogs that bite indiscriminately. Please read it at http://unleashenergy.com/dog-training/dog-bytes. As my article says, there are so many reasons why a dog would behave like this. In spite of your best care, training...

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The Dog Has Just Killed One of My Chickens!

GreenMoo @GreenMoo (11833) 7 Jul 08

I was out in the garden a little while ago whilst the chickens had their evening forage, when the dog appeared. I don't normally worry about him amoungst the chickens as he's been fine. Earlier today he was sat with them, and I...

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uwiniwin That is so sad. Animals do have an unpredictable streak in them. Yes, dogs tend to be territorial also. Since we cannot understand their psyche, we face unpleasant situations. One would advise about keeping dogs and other animals/birds away from dogs... but...

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My Best Friend and Companion!

JTerrasi @JTerrasi (199) • United States 4 Jul 08

I got her when she was five weeks old and had been abused. She was an 'Aussie'. Her name was Casey. She lived until 14. Her sight had failed and hips not working. She couldn't climb the stairs anymore or even go down a little curb...

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uwiniwin Hi, Im sorry casey is no more and was really touched to read how much she was a part of your life. We get so attached to our pets that losing them causes a lot of heartache. Fond memories help us cherish the times we spend with them. I know of many people...

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Does your dog like ice?

Reesers @Reesers (1387) • United States 3 Jul 08

Awile back I was filling a cup with ice from the ice maker on the front of the freezer. One cube missed the cup and landed on the floor. My dog, Zoey, quickly picked it up and spent the next few minutes crunching on it. Since then...

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uwiniwin Yes, they do love ice. In summer fill his bowl with ice cubes or better still place a conveniently sized block of ice in his water bowl. He will love to lick that instead of drinking plain water. For more tips on dog care visit

4 Jul 08

can animal lovers be nonvegetarians?

sharay @sharay (2769) • India 1 Jul 08

I guess can...i eat meat and i also love animals, but somewhere in the corner of my heart, i feel guilty for it too, but even if turn to a vegetarian, i am again killing the plants there which equally has life right, so its all...

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uwiniwin This is a very confusing situation. While vegans will feel animal lovers have to be vegans or vegetarians, non vegetarians may not feel so. Neither is wrong because it is all a matter of beliefs and personal preferences. This is one of those questions that...

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