Tag Archives: dog

Do Babies and Large Breed Puppies Belong Together?

Posted on October 12, 2008 by Tracie

After I had Diane Monahan from Friends for Pets in Sunland, California on DOG TALK® (talking about why people give up dog when their human baby is born and the moral consequences of relinquishing a dog for your own convenience) … Continue reading →

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Crate Question But Tracie Wants to Know Where That German Sherperd Is Really Coming From?

Posted on September 24, 2008 by Tracie

Hi Tracie: I first want to say that I love your show! As a regular and habitual listener of WLIU while driving, I first stumbled on your DOG TALK® shows several years back and loved hearing your opinions as well … Continue reading →

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Schnauzer With Stones, Listener Comes to Aid

Posted on September 24, 2008 by Tracie

Thanks for taking my call tonight. Per your request here is a little history on Sebastian (Sabi) my 3 1/2 years old Mini Schnauzer – 14 lbs. (+ -) On and off for a year he had blood in his … Continue reading →

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Is Kibble the Devil’s Work?

Posted on September 23, 2008 by Tracie

I recently went to Glen Highland Farm Border Collie rescue twice to speak to campers who were there for a week with their dogs doing activities (I gave back both honorariums to help support the camp later in the summer … Continue reading →

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Cat Plus Puppy Equals No More Litter Box

Posted on June 28, 2008 by Tracie

I got this multiple problem email from a nice lady in Canada whose basement has become one big litter box – Dear Sally helped me by posing a lot of questions. Stay tuned for the answers soon. I’m having problems … Continue reading →

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Snoring Dog

Posted on June 4, 2008 by Tracie

I got this question recently from Kathy: “Good morning Tracie. I have a Cavalier King Charles and he snores. Is there anything to stop it this noisy behavior?” This was my answer – but I wonder if anyone with this … Continue reading →

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Man’s Newly Adopted Dog “Hates Him”

Posted on June 4, 2008 by Tracie

I got this really touching and heart-breaking email from a listener recently. I think it’s worth realizing what an uphill battle adoption can be at times: Dear Tracie, I was referred to you by my trainer. She thought you might … Continue reading →

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