Day three, and Zephyr still will not eat a regular meal. Though she is taking small hand-fed bites of cukes, bacon, and some hot dogs. The cukes and bacon have so far stayed down. The hot dog pieces that I gave her last night, after she was very interested in my own meal, came right … Continue reading The continuing saga of my girl Zephyr.

https://mailtribune.com/news/videos/san-francisco-police-introduce-new-k9-to-the-public?jwsource=cl This is what Zephyr is trained for, and she works a lot like how Samson is seen working in this video. However, depending on the results of our latest little issue, we may just be retiring her from actual work. I'll know more after we see our vet and have her fully checked out.

So what do you do when your working dog is sick? Pretty much, whatever needs to be done! Zephyr is not entirely herself these days. Initially, I was very scared, and praying to God, please don't take my dog. She is my world and my reason for being. Zephyr has never been sick a day … Continue reading No training for a few days.

Here's an article from Dr Karen Becker, of Mercola.com, detailing out emergency steps to take, should your dog ever ingest something that she shouldn't. Our dogs are little 'garbage disposals, and as such, they will try to eat just about any and everything. So if this should ever happen to your dog, you will have … Continue reading What to do for a Choking dog.

Jackson County, Oregon, Sheriff's office racking up state awards, from the Oregon State Sheriff's Association (OSSA), for heroism and lifesaving efforts. K-9 Remco and his handler tracked a murder/assault suspect, while several other deputies, along with a city police officer, rendered aid and got medical transport for the victims. JCSO' s assistant SAR Coordinator also … Continue reading Exceptional Sheriff's office recognized by the OSSA for their efforts

https://gizmodo.com/found-frozen-and-almost-perfectly-preserved-in-permafro-1840093915 This is a very interesting story. The photos are not all that great, but from what you can see, this does look like an 8-week old puppy. It does not specify how large the puppy is however.

https://www.tyla.com/life/life-news-best-dog-for-your-star-sign-2019-20191128 This is a cute and fun read, but keep in mind, the decision to get a dog depends on far more than your star sign. Never acquire a dog based on your star sign. There are several more factors to consider before getting a dog. Examples of what to take into account when getting … Continue reading Why should you get a dog?

As I was making my morning coffee the other day, I began thinking, can I add this ingredient to Zephyr’s food.  I use it daily, so why not Zephyr too. What I was thinking about, is the turmeric that I add to my coffee, make teas, and sprinkle on just about anything else that I … Continue reading A powerhouse food to add to your dog’s diet

Patrick Frazee has been found guilty of first degree murder in the brutal and senseless killing of his fiancee, Kelsey Berreth. Frazee was sentenced to life in prison without possibility of parole, plus 156 years. https://nypost.com/2019/11/18/patrick-frazee-found-guilty-of-murdering-fiancee-kelsey-berreth/?utm_source=url_sitebuttons&utm_medium=site%20buttons&utm_campaign=site%20buttons Berreth's body and the murder weapon, a baseball bat, have never been found. Frazee allegedly burned her body on … Continue reading Justice has been served.

This is a bit of a read, but a very interesting one. I absolutely love wolves, as much as I love my dogs. But we all need to remember, that they are wild animals, and as such, they belong in the wild, not in private homes. That said, it's truly sad that we humans have … Continue reading A history of Oregon’s resident wolf pack