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Dear Friends of It's A Dog's Life, LLC
We have two MORE exciting announcements!
First, we will be participating as a vendor at Nuts for Mutts presented by New Leash on Life! The event takes place on June 1st. It's A Dog's Life, LLC will have a booth set up so come on down and pay us a visit.
Second, we have another new member of our team! We are pleased to welcome Lena Bouton to our ranks. Lena is a long-time personal friend and is now a welcome member of our team. She will be working in the San Fernando Valley bringing along her calming nature and mindful care.
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itsadogslifellc@yahoo.com
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 Photo of the Month
Fern: Chow/Shepherd Mix
Miss Fern is kicking off Summer with a visit to the dog beach in Santa Barbara.
Such a California girl!
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Nuts For Mutts
New Leash on Life presents: Nuts for Mutts
7th Annual Dog Show 2008
Want to strut your mutt in our 7th Annual Nuts for Mutts Dog Show and Pet Fair?
Hosted by Kim Basinger, Nuts for Mutts is a series of competitions showcasing common but incredible dogs. These mixed breed dogs strut their stuff in front of a panel of celebrity judges in categories such as "Fastest Mutt," "Most Ear-resistible Ears," and "Most Toy/Ball Crazy" in order to compete for the prestigious "Best in Show." Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions for information and format.
2008 will again bring out our celebrity supporters. However our celebrities don't just attend, Kim Basinger returns to host and Allison Janney returns as just one of our team of celebrity judges which, in the past, have included: Eric Roberts, Lisa Edelstein, Samantha Mathis, Goran Visnjic, Debra Wilson Skelton and the list goes on!
Become a member and register your dog one week before the general public.
Want to find out more about the show?
Click on the New Leash on Life logo!
Event Info
When: June 1, 2008
(June 8, 2008 rain date)
Time: 8:30am - 5:30pm
Where: Pierce College - Shepard Stadium
6201 Winnetka Ave
Woodland Hills, CA 91371
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DNA Testing is for the Dogs
By Elizabeth Weise, USA TODAY
A DNA test out this summer can tell owners if their mutt's a dachhuahua (dachshund + chihuahua), a Labradoodle (Labrador retriever + poodle), a dorgi (dachshund + corgi) or a pugle (pug + beagle).
As the cost of DNA analysis plummets, the new test is the second to promise owners an answer to the most frequently asked question in the vet's office: "What is my dog?" With up to 50% of all dogs in America mixed breeds, it's a big question, and one that is often impossible to answer just by looking.
"We think it's going to primarily appeal to mixed-breed owners who are just plain curious," says Daisy Okas of the American Kennel Club. "People come up to our booth at shows all the time asking."
The test, called the Wisdom Panel MX Mixed Breed Analysis, requires a blood sample and is done in a veterinarian's office. The results come back in two to three weeks. It's based on DNA samples from 8,000 dogs, covering 134 breeds. Expected to cost about $130, it's a product of Mars Veterinary, a subsidiary of food giant Mars Inc. (Visit www.whatsmydog.com.)
It joins the Canine Heritage Breed Test, a do-it-yourself kit from MMI Genomics. Owners swab the inside of their dog's cheek, then mail it to the company. This test covers 38 breeds, costs $71.95 and takes four to six weeks. (Visit www.metamorphixinc.com.)
Genetics are a big deal in the world of purebred animals. The American Kennel Club has long offered DNA testing to confirm parentage - at $40 a test - using a cheek swab. The club keeps a DNA library of over 100,000 dogs on file, allowing breeders to investigate pedigree claims.
Most professionals see the tests as providing a fun fact. "Does it really matter? In reality, no. But some people want to know," says Bonnie Beaver, former president of the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Neither of the commercial tests probably would stand up in court, she said. With numerous cities and counties banning breeds considered dangerous, it's unclear how courts will rule if an owner makes a claim that a dog isn't, for example, a pit bull based on these tests, says Beaver, a professor of Small Animal Medicine at Texas A&M University in College Station.
The tests might help owners and veterinarians watch for breed-specific problems, says Marty Becker, author and veterinarian. For example, corgis, dachshunds and basset hounds are prone to obesity. Boxers tend to get cancer. Golden retrievers have skin problems. Knowing a dog was a certain breed that was at risk would help "prevent rather than treat, which is always preferable," Becker says.
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Thanks for taking the time to explore our newsletter! We always strive to remain an intergrel part of your pet's life. If you have any questions, comments or would like any subjects addressed in our monthly news, please feel free to contact us.
Sincerely,
Lauralea Oliver
It's A Dog's Life, llc
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It's A Dog's Life, LLC has always been a proud member of Pet Sitters International.
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