Category Archives: Puppy Mills

Damage Done By Puppy Mills

Posted on October 12, 2011 by daysofourdogs

A new study confirms everything that has been said about emotional damage from puppy mills. http://bit.ly/psa5v1 Dogs kept in puppy mills for years as breeding stock are severely psychologically damaged, and this study is supposedly the first research that confirms … Continue reading →

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Walking And Remembering

Posted on October 11, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Walking the furkids is a relaxing activity for fall. Jake and Windy do not tire as easily as in summer but are not enamored to walk in twilight or dark. As Hope grew to love her walks, my husband and … Continue reading →

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Heaven Has No Fleas

Posted on September 13, 2011 by daysofourdogs

The calendar showed flea treatment was due. I had to treat only two dogs. It is times like these we feel Hope’s absence. Looking at the ottoman she liked to snooze on or feeling that empty spot on the bed … Continue reading →

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One Day At A Time

Posted on September 8, 2011 by daysofourdogs

We kept the vulture at bay for another day. Hope’s oncology veterinarian said, “ Her cancer is much more advanced.” We knew that. But how much more? We didn’t want to lose her too soon. An ultrasound revealed a colon … Continue reading →

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Walking In Summertime

Posted on July 18, 2011 by daysofourdogs

The furkids, while living in an air-conditioned house, don’t know that temperatures are in the 90s and the humidity is so heavy you could almost swim in the air. Hope argued with me yesterday. At mid-day she wanted a walk. … Continue reading →

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Cancer, Schmancer: We Are Still In The Fight

Posted on June 24, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Hope seems to be responding to Monday’s chemotherapy! Hope’s snoring has been reduced by about 90 percent and her wheezing has stopped. She is alert and energetic. We took a long walk last night and she enjoyed herself. However, she … Continue reading →

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Cancer Battle Continues

Posted on May 19, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Cancer is as common in dogs as it is in people. One statistic many veterinarians toss around is 50 percent of all dogs past 10 years old will die of cancer. I have had my share of dogs with cancer. … Continue reading →

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Puppy Mill Girl Reaches Milestone

Posted on May 16, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Hope gave me a kiss! When she knows she will get a walk, Hope gets happy and excited. The video is from March 2011 before she was diagnosed with lymphoma. The other day Jake, Windy and Hope knew they were … Continue reading →

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Please Vote For Schnauzer Rescue Cincinnati

Posted on May 4, 2011 by daysofourdogs

In Style Dog is sponsoring a contest, and the winning nonprofit will receive $500. Schnauzer Rescue Cincinnati helps all of Ohio, Kentucky, and parts of Indiana, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Florida. Hope was rescued in December 2009. We love her and … Continue reading →

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Puppy Mill Girl’s Cancer Battle Positive

Posted on April 29, 2011 by daysofourdogs

Hope did not want to go for chemotherapy yesterday. It always is a chore to get her in the car. She hates being picked up, and I can understand why. When she was in the Amish puppy mill being picked … Continue reading →

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