Seasonal
October 17, 2013
Pumpkin Biscuits for Halloween!
August 12, 2013
Enjoying our National Parks with Your Dog
Summer calls for outdoor vacations, often including our four-footed best friends. If your vacation plans include visiting any of our 59 scenic National Parks with your dog, planning ahead and knowing the regulations before you leave will make the experience more enjoyable for you and your pooch.
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July 18, 2013
Reading Resources for the Dog Days of Summer
The Dog Days of Summer are nearly upon us. They are considered the hottest, most sultry days of the year. They received their name from the Romans who marked their beginning each year when Sirius, the brightest star in the constellation Canis Major (Big Dog) rose in the east with the sun. By tradition, they last 40 days. Currently The Old Farmer’s Almanac lists their start in the Northern Hemisphere on July 3 and their end as August 11.
Webster says the dog days are a period of inactivity. Why not take advantage of these days of natural lassitude to curl up, your dog at your feet, and read a good book—or even a few good books? In light of the season, we have a few suggestions of books for our dog-loving friends.
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July 3, 2013
Fido and Fireworks
With 4th of July preparations underway, we thought it would be a good idea to re-post excerpts from some previous 4th of July articles. Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July!