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Robert Kunze - PETem PAD - http://www.petempad.com

The Doggie Chronicles Breed Report - Border Collie

Dr. William Miller, DVM MS DAVCO - National Service Dog Eye Exam Day - http://www.acvoeyeexam.org

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Dogs for Diabetics / Supplements for Dogs

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Mark Ruefenacht, Dogs for Diabetics joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to discuss the organization he founded. Dogs for Diabetics trains dogs to notify a person with Type 1 Diabetes to inform a person when their blood sugar is dropping. This is extremely important because a type one diabetic can easily go into a coma, or possibly die if their blood sugar drops too low. Mark trains the dogs to sense the change in the smell of the human. Find out more at: http://www.dogs4diabetics.com

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week discussing what to think about New Year and your pets.

Dr. Shawn Messonnier of Pet-Togethers joins The Doggie Chronicles to talk about his holistic practice. Dr. Messonnier tells Lisa and Scott about PetCentRx Vim and Vigor wellness formula and nutritional supplements. We find out which type of ailments vitamins can help. Check it out PetCentRx Vim and Vigor wellness formula and nutritional supplements at: http://www.pettogethers.com

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Canine Companions Bring Independence to the Disabled

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Kendra Bushong, National Marketing Coordinator, Canine Companions for Independence joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to share some of the great things their non-profit organization does by training assistance dogs that help people with disabilities live more independently. Kendra explains the types of service dogs and some background about how they teach these specially bred dogs to perform over 40 commands including picking up objects, opening doors, pushing buttons, and notifying the hearing impaired on various sound related tasks like if the food in their microwave is done cooking.

Kendra also describes what types are best suited for becoming a service dog. Some of the dogs are assigned to even work as facility dogs helping patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and other stressful environments feel better. These dogs are exceptional in every aspect and bring incredible joy to their handlers and special people to whom they are assigned.

Emily Williams, National Board Member & Volunteer, Canine Companions for Independence chats with Lisa and Scott about what is involved in the process of training such a dog, all the way from time the puppy is born till it is placed with a human companion. Emily has been volunteering since 1989, raising 29 litters of puppies. She shares her experiences as a breeder and some of the methods she uses to train the young dogs in real world situations such as in stores and restaurants. Emily also shares anecdotes about the special bond these dogs form with their companions and how rewarding it can be to watch a young pup find it’s final home.

To find out more info about the process of applying for a service dog, or how to volunteer helping to raise and/or train these dogs visit their website at: http://www.cci.org

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