Clean up after your Pup / Join the Dog Scouts

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Heather McLeod with Scoopies joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to discuss her innovative mitt-shaped biodegradeable poop scoop bags. Scoopies provide a quick, clean way to pick up after your pup. They even come in a convienent dispenser package.

Find out more over at: http://www.scoopies.com

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

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week about artificial sweetener and the danger to your dog.

Chris Puls, Vice President of the Dog Scouts of America, joins the Doggie Chronicles to talk about their organization dedicated to educating people about responsible dog ownership. Based on principles seen in Boy or Girl Scouts, a Dog Scout is a canine companion who has learned and experienced the requirements to receive reward badges. Chris explains how the national non-profit organization allows you and your dogs to build a better bond while doing fun activities together.

To find a local "troop", or start your own visit: http://www.dogscouts1.com

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Fireman Saves Blind Dog / Assistance Dogs

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Tom Tolen a Reporter with the Livingston Community News joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about the Brighton Fire Dept awarded for rescuing a blind dog. Tom tells us about the award that PETA awarded the Brighton Fire dept after rescuing a blind dog from a septic tank.

Find out more at: http://blog.mlive.com/lcn/2008/05/brighton_fire_dept_lauded_for.html

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

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week about how dogs eating habits in the warm weather.

Jenny Barlos, Client Services Director, Assistance Dogs of America, Inc. joins The Doggie Chronicles to talk about assistance dogs. Jenny tells us all about the great thing that assistance dogs can help people with. Assistance dogs of America works primarily with "mobility issues", so that the individual can have a "normal” life. Jenny also tells us the difference between a service dog and a therapy dog.

Find out more at: http://www.adai.org/

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