tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81627629273991853272011-11-27T16:12:02.800-08:00Children learning about and loving dogsMichellehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14585393418966439271noreply@blogger.comBlogger131100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8162762927399185327.post-73176266463980337432009-03-11T09:21:00.000-07:002009-03-11T09:28:24.239-07:00

We hosted a brunch with old friends this weekend. We became suspicious when all of the kids disappeared for awhile, and suspected that they were up to something. Not much later, they approached us, telling us that they were going to be putting on a show and that we were all expected to bring our wallets to pay for admission! They begged us to buy tickets and promised that the trampoline

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With the economy in the dumps, it might be tempting for people to forgo the expensive vaccinations that their dogs need. With the quarterly vaccination clinics offered at the Marin Humane Society, there is no further need to worry - all vaccinations are under $10!The clinics take place on Sundays, from 10am - noon on these dates:March 8June 14September 13December 13Rabies for dogs and cats:

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We just discovered a fantastic podcast about Dogs. Good Dogs Podcasts cover a variety of dog related topics and even includes interviews with SF Bay Area dog experts!We have enjoyed the Kids Guide to Dog Care and Puppy Potty Training for People, but still have 29 more downloads to listen to on our iPod!

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Two members of our 4H group did dog-related projects for our County-wide Presentation Day.Morgan prepared a fantastic poster about deaf dogs called "Deaf, but Not Dumb." Amelia prepared some delicious dog treats for the Favorite Foods category of the show. Instead of setting the table with a place mat, plate, napkin and utensils, she set it up doggie-style - with a dog water bowl, leash, treat

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This is the dog treat recipe that I have been sharing with students at the Marin Humane Society Summer Camp for the past three years. Not only do the dogs love it, but "their people" think they taste great, too! Doggone Cheesy Crackers2 cups minced parsley1/2 cup carrots, chopped very fine1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or parmesan cheese2 tablespoons olive oil2 3/4 cups flour2 tablespoons wheat

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Until the phone rang on Friday afternoon, things were looking a little dull for 10 year old 4-H San Rafael member, Morgan. Morgan was looking at another boring afternoon at home with the flu when Samantha Pascoe, Foster Care Coordinator for the Marin Humane Society, called. Samantha had just received a shy puppy named Mimi who needed a foster home. Mimi, one of a litter of five Chow-Chow /

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While we were caring for our foster puppy, the humane society provided us with all of her food. But once we adopted her, it was time to consider which type of food we would buy for her. She was very emaciated from her previous life, and we wanted to buy some food that was nutritionally sound and would help put some meat on her bones!I began to do a little research on dog food ingredients, not

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I am posting this special message on behalf of my good friend, Amy, who is a vet here in Marin. She has been fostering Chloe as she raised her pups, and now needs to find an excellent home for her. If you know of anyone who is looking for a delightful Chihuahua, please pass on this post.From Amy:Chloe is a young Chihuahua found lost in Palo Alto. She was pregnant at the time, raised 4 lovely

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"Hotel for Dogs," geared for children ages 9 to 12, is based on the novel of the same name by Lois Duncan. It is the heartwarming story of Andi and her younger brother, Bruce, who are urban orphans that have moved from one foster home to another. They are stuck in a particularly unpleasant one, and are trying to prevent their Jack Russell Terrier from being discovered. Eventually, with the help

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The Golden Gate Kennel Club's giant dog show is fast approaching. This is a benched show, which makes it an amazing opportunity to talk to breeders and learn about the (150!) breeds that will be represented. For more information about the show, please visit the Golden Gate Kennel Club's website: http://www.goldengatekc.com/Here are links to the schedules for Saturday and Sunday. Kids - you

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It is enough to wrench a dog lovers heart - the beady eyes, wet noses and wagging tails of dogs and puppies up for adoption at the animal shelter. Luckily, many of these dogs are in the kennels for a very brief time before they find their forever homes. This is thanks to the behind-the-scenes efforts of foster families, who open their homes to dogs and pups in an effort to get them socialized

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Between family activities, building our chicken coop and fostering Barley (the puppy), I have finally finished creating the Dog Show Scavenger Hunt for our 4H group to use next weekend at the Golden Gate Kennel Club show in San Francisco.The link will be included in this post, of course, but will also be listed on the right side of this blog, under the category of Activities and Lessons. We are

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My family is new to 4H and yet it feels like coming home. The people are wonderful, the children are excited about learning, and there is a focus on caring for others.I was both thrilled and a little apprehensive when Alexandra asked me to lead the Dog Project with her. While I have a teaching background, I don't know very much about 4H or how their meetings are typically run. A preliminary

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