DOGAPALOOOOOOZA! 2010

Saturday, September 18, 2010
At the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds (1900 7th Ave., Longview)
NEW FOR 2010
AKC FUN MATCH (dog show),
AKC RALLY OBEDIANCE EVENT
HERDING DOG TRIAL
FLYBALL DEMOS

Gates open at 10:00 am and there is Free parking & admission

>$5 entry fee is required for the Wiener Dog Races and the Costume Contest<
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‘Salvan’

Another casualty of the economy, a litter of tiny kittens were left behind when owners moved out of their homes. Lucky for this litter, they were rescued by a Good Samaritan and brought into foster care with Rescued Paws.

The kittens were given names in honor of the Native Americans who settled the region: Charu, Peanki, Dayita, Channi, and Salvan. Charu is the only male in the litter born March 2. He’s surviving just fine among his rowdy sisters.
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‘Bark for Life’ Team shows how fun dogs can be!

Back row:  JoAnn Maj w/ Ruby, Mattie Baker, Jessica Baker w/ Penny, Susanne Frerichs w/ Molly, Adele Gowdy w/ Alec, Jan Stagner w/ Cloe, Kathy Gottlieb w/ Daisy, Linda Lewis and Terry Dussek with Kelli. Front row: Sara Beth Waterman w/ Mesa, Kalista Jenkins. Photo by Terri Hess. The Alstrusa Club of Cowlitz County raised $2,500+.  They were the highest raising team & the top three walkers with the highest scores were Linda Lewis ( our team) Brenda Courser and Susanne Frerichs.

Cubs advance critically endangered Sumatran tiger population

Two 8-week-old Sumatran tiger cubs made their public debut on July 23rd at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. The cubs, born on May 25, will be on exhibit intermittently with their mother Jaya, which began on Friday, July 23.

“Jaya is a fantastic first-time mom,” said staff biologist Andy Goldfarb. “She’s done a great job raising her cubs behind the scenes, so they’re ready now to explore their new home out on exhibit.”
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Meet Rufio

Poor Rufio has had a hard time lately, so he is looking for some breaks in his next home. Found wandering, it is clear our poor lost boy has missed some meals. But we will fatten him up before he goes home.
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An Old Dog, Squirrel and a Panther

One day an old German Shepherd starts chasing rabbits and before long, discovers that he’s lost. Wandering about, he notices a panther heading rapidly in his direction with the intention of having lunch.

The old German Shepherd thinks, ‘Oh, oh! I’m in deep doo-doo now!’
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Meet Wizard

One of the most important requirements for Wizard’s new family is someone with a good throwing arm. This boy LOVES his ball. He will chase it for hours as long as you are throwing it. I know there is grey on his muzzle and clouds on his eyes - but there is nothing ‘senior’ in his attitude or his behavior. Wizard still thinks he is young - just watch him fly after that ball.
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Firefighter’s Reward

She is pregnant, he had just saved her from a fire in her house, rescuing her by carrying her out of the house into her front yard, while he continued to fight the fire.
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Be ready for bears and big cats in the wild

You may be hiking in beautiful wild surroundings and having a wonderful time, but beware. In many parts of the country, you are sharing the woods with a big cat or a black bear.

Although the risk of being attacked is low, it doesn’t hurt to be prepared for that and other threats. Here’s the advice of experts writing in The Denver Post: Read more

Chase

Chase is a friendly 3 year old dog that had a good start in life. Unfortunately, his family lost their home in the country and he landed in a small urban setting that didn’t provide the exercise, stimulation and routine that this boy needs.
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