Tips For Pet Rescue Professionals / How to Prevent Parasites

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Susan Daffron, Author & Founder, National Association of Pet Rescue Professionals joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about why some pet rescue groups struggle while others successfully save more pets every year? Susan explains how her expertise in working with rescue groups encouraged her to found the organization to better help other folks who are involved in saving potentially homeless pets. The organization provides resources, templates, and tools for marketing, promotion, adoption programs. Susan shares some trends and examples of how the association can help local rescue efforts.

For more information about the group, and to pick up some free fundraising tips visit: http://www.naprp.com

Susan also wrote a book "Happy Hound" about how to develop a great relationship with your adopted dog. For more information visit: http://www.HappyHoundBook.com

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week about plants that are
harmful to your dog. See a full list and find out more information at http://www.aspca.org

Dr. Mike Paul, DVM, and Executive Director, Companion Animal Parasite Council joins The Doggie Chronicles to talk about parasites that can effect your pup and share some tips on how to prevent them. Dr. Mike explains that one of the main reasons we should be concerned about vaccinating your dog against parasites and keeping them on a preventative maintenance program is to keep the parasites from infecting the humans around your family pet. Known issues such as heartworms can be prevented year round, annual testing by your Vet is important to ensure you and your pet remain parasite free.

For more information, and additional tips visit: http://www.petsandparasites.org/dog-owners/

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Hemp is Good for Your Dog / Planet Dog’s rescue. raise. love. adopt.™

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Trevor Ottley the Marketing and Promotions Manager of NuHemp joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about their line of pet products manufactured from hemp. The products include treats, supplements, shampoos, gels, and comfort bedding. Trevor tells us all about the great products that can be made form the hemp plant. We also learn all about the great benefits of hemp for dog’s health as well.
 
Check out all the great products at: http://www.nuhemp.com/ 
 
Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week.  
 
Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week all about vacationing when you have a pet.  
 
Catherine Frost Planet Dog’s Brand Manager and Product Champion joins The Doggie Chronicles to talk about Planet Dog’s embark on a national public service campaign with the humane society of the United States. Catherine tells us all about the public service campaign to adopt a dog from a shelter. They are providing a great display for retailers and great kit for people who have adopted a pet.
 
Find out more at: http://www.planetdog.com/adopt/

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