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PLEASE REMEMBER
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Refill your bird baths daily for the birds. So many times their water sources dry up in the heat. Place a bowl of water in your yard for the birds and wildlife. Help save lives!
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FYI
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In South Korea, dogs are designated as "livestock." August 7th has been designated as International Day of Action for South Korean Dogs and Cats. Please check this LISTING for your chance to participate in a city near you and make your voice heard in advocacy for the dogs.
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TIP OF THE WEEK
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Want to make your dog the "coolest" dog on the walk? Check out the new
Misting Leash
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SCRIPTURE IN NATURE
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At the time Jesus exclaimed, "I bless you Father, Lord of heaven and of earth, for hiding these things from the learned and clever and revealing them to mere children. Yes, Father, for that is what it pleased you to do. Everything has been entrusted to me by my Father." (Matthew 11: 25-27)
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FROM THE HOLY FATHER THIS WEEK
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BUD'S BARKS!
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What has 2,000 eyes and 4,000 feet? Why 1,000 dogs of course! Today math, tomorrow the Higgs-boson particle!
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AUGUST'S HOLY &
FEAST DAYS
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6-Transfiguration of the Lord
11-St. Clare
15-Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
22-Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary
28-St. Augustine
29-Passion of St. John the Baptist
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2 YEARS RUNNING!
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Your efforts last year to reach your customers and engage with them were exemplary. Stellar. Your customers noticed and responded positively. And we saw it. That's why we're incredibly proud to name you to our roster of 2011 All Stars.
Only 10% of our customers achieve All Star status every year. That you've managed to do it for consecutive years puts you in an even more elite class, which makes your accomplishment even more noteworthy.
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DONATE TO OUR MISSION
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Your support of CSC helps to continue the educational, informational and spiritual mission of this web site. Click the button below to donate today!
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REPORT PET ABUSE
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If you witness animal cruelty in progress and do not know the number to the appropriate agency, CALL 911.
Animal cruelty is a CRIME, and the police dispatcher will be able to determine which department should respond.
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CATHOLIC DATING SITES
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ARCHDIOCESE FOR THE MILITARY OF THE UNITED STATES
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CATHOLIC CONSERVATION CENTER
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ROME REPORTS
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RomeReports.com is a private and independent international news agency based in Rome and specializes in covering the Pope and the Vatican. Catch the latest today!
www.romereports.com
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CUKIERSKI FAMILY APOSTOLATE
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MISS A PAST E-ALERT OR NEWSLETTER?
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Jacksonville, Florida 32260
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THE GOOD NEWS
Sister Michael Marie: Traveling the Globe Rescuing Pets and Animals
Thousands of animals owe their lives to Sister Michael Marie! In recent natural disasters, Sister Michael Marie was in Japan, Brazil, the Gulf Coast and Chile on her mission of search-and-rescue to reunite pet owners with their lost pets. She seeks the wounded and lost animals, who otherwise would have little chance of survival. In Japan, Sister Michael Marie entered the areas at risk of radiation that had been evacuated to save pets that residents had abandoned having received orders to evacuate. People had left dogs and cats in their homes with food and water, thinking that they would only be away a few days. But the government did not permit their return. The nun, and other volunteers, accepted the hazards of entry into the contaminated areas, to treat animals they knew about and bring water and food to those who they could take back with them.
She was quoted in a news article as saying, "It's an important part of recovery for the people who are affected by the disaster. Once they know their animals are taken care of, they can concentrate on getting the rest of their lives back in order."
Sister Michael Marie is 37 years old and is part of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart and does her animal mission work through a non-profit group called KINSHIP CIRCLE. When disaster strikes, Sister Michael Marie answers the call of the "lesser brethren" and the love that God has for all of His creation.
PLEASE consider supporting Sister Michael Marie and KINSHIP CIRCLE today.
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BEST FRIENDS ANIMAL SOCIETY
What Are Invisible Dogs?
We'll give you a few clues: some are playful pups, others are wise seniors. Some like long mountainous hikes, others prefer an uptown stroll. Most love belly rubs and lounging on couches with their people. All of them want a family of their own, and all have lots of love to give.
They sound just like regular dogs, right?
You guessed it, they are exactly like the dogs you see all around you... with one major difference... most of us don't see them.
Right now in your community, there are likely thousands of Invisible Dogs wishing someone like you would see them. They are tucked away in shelters, far from the eyes and thoughts of people who could spring them from their kennels and take them home.
Together, we can bring Invisible Dogs into the spotlight - and help them go home.
TAKE THE PLEDGE:
Pledge to Adopt a Dog;
Pledge to walk a dog at a shelter;
Pledge to take a photo of a dog at a shelter and share.
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IN THE NEWS
Forever Ellen
Beautiful Ellen was one of the dogs rescued from Michael Vick's dogfighting operation. She thrived under the love and care she received at Best Friends, and became a charming ambassador for pit-bull-type dogs everywhere. We had to say goodbye to Ellen recently, and while we will miss her terribly, all of us at Best Friends feel blessed to have known her. And we are so grateful to all of you who loved her, too. Farewell, Ellen Belly.
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Surf Dogs 2012-World Records Are Set
The seventh annual Loews Coronado Bay resort surf dog competition has taken place at Imperial beach, California. This year's event broke a grand total of three Guinness Book of World Records. Proceeds were given to the ASPCA.
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GUEST COLUMNIST
St. Melangell
Patron saint of rabbits, hares, small animals, and the natural environment
~by Phyllis O'Beollain
We welcome back our friend and bunny advocate, Phyllis O'Beollain to share a very special Saint that is near and dear to the hearts of bunny lovers. God blessed the world early with the love of this dear saint who exemplified the innocence and beauty of a life that respected all of God's creatures, most especially rabbits.
READ MORE...
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THE FOUNDER'S PEN
Keeping Pets out of Your Garden Naturally
~by Susi Pittman
I often receive emails from readers who dearly love their pets but, the pets are making it a tad hard to be loved when they are being destructive in the garden. I have a few remedies for every pet loving gardener!
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FATHER RON'S COLUMN
Get Out of the Boat! ~by Father Ron Camarda 
Last week Father Ron was asking us all to GET IN the boat with Jesus and journey to a deserted place. This week, it's time to GET OUT of the boat! So, what should we expect and what is the direction to be from here? READ MORE... |
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REFLECTIONS BY
SISTER RENE
God's Gift of Fruit
~by Sister Marie Rene, S.S.J.
Sometimes it can be the smallest of things, the extremely "usual" that can provoke a moment for a soul to rest in the palm of God's hand. It happened this week to Sister Rene.
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IN THE KEY OF "G"
One Moment in Time
~by Mary Galvano-Bajohr
Olympic fever is at an all-time pitch, which has Mary reflecting on that ONE MOMENT IN TIME!
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CATHOLIC JOURNEYMAN
Topsy-Turvy
~by Louis Templeman
An errant childhood act follows Louis through life and serves as a reminder to him. What am I placing into my Heavenly account?
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STEWARD JOE
Therese Neumann:
Stigmatist of Bavaria - Part II
~by Joseph Kaiser
She was deeply spiritual and was chosen by Our Lord to be a sign to the world of His miraculous love and sustaining power. Steward Joe takes us on a special 2-part journey into the mystical beauty of Saint Therese Neumann. This month, her visions and sufferings; in July, her
supernatural gifts.
READ MORE...
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GOOD BOOKS
July Summer Fiction Sampler
~by Michele Gregoire
Cats and dogs and sheep, Oh My!! There is plenty of good reading available this summer and Michele has a JULY SAMPLER
of great "reads" that you are sure to find engaging and memorable. So, check out her reviews and enjoy your "reading" summer!
READ MORE...
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MEANDERING ALONG THE RIVER'S EDGE
Watch this column August 6th, for the arrival of CSC's newest columnist. (Hint, OFS)
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NATURE AROUND THE GLOBE
An Act of Dog is currently working toward its fundraising goal of $20 million to donate to organizations working toward making the United States a no-kill nation.
FIND OUT MORE...
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AFFILIATE SHOPPING
NEW AFFILIATE SHOPPING for YOU!
We continue to build a small but, well focused group of vendors, offering products in line with stewardship of the earth and its creatures. By visiting these product sites from our page, you are helping to support our mission.
Mystic Monk Coffee
is a small batch coffee roaster operated by the Carmelite Monks of Wyoming through an online gourmet coffee bean store. Many consider their website the ultimate source for gourmet coffee where it is easy to buy coffee online. The monks carefully craft each freshly roasted coffee to perfection for dark roast coffees, espresso, ground coffees, whole bean coffees, single origin coffees, fair trade coffees, flavored coffees and especially the monks' special gourmet coffee blends. Try our special auto delivered coffee subscriptions also for the best coffee online.
CLICK HERE to visit the Mystic Monks Store
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CLICK HERE TO VISIT MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS
MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS has always taken a formidable and uncompromising stand when it comes to the protection and sustainability of our natural world and the delicate systems which balance all life as we know it. This complex and venerable planet produces all of the products we share with you, and it is simply a matter of appreciation and respect that must be given. Not only do we lead the industry in environmental stewardship, we also adhere to strict principles and protocols that ensure fair treatment and compensation for the people involved with the production of our products; both domestically and overseas.
CLICK HERE TO VISIT MOUNTAIN ROSE HERBS
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A Division of Engineering Services & Products Company, FarmTek was founded in 1979 with the purpose of bringing the highest quality products at the most competitive prices with exceptional customer service directly to the agricultural, horticultural, building and retail trade communities.
CLICK HERE TO VISIT FARMTEK
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience." ~ Woodrow Wilson ~ |
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THE ART OF LIFE
Meet the Doctor Doolittle of Pet Photography
www.petography.com
Jim Dratfield is the Dr. Dolittle of animal photographers. He talks to the animals he photographs using their own unique languages. His efforts pay off.
His career as animal photographer began because of a dog! It was Kuma his Akita and Jim's creative experiments with photographing Kuma that led him to take pet photography seriously and start what is now the very successful studio PETOGRAPHY.
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GOD'S GREEN EARTH
Oh, To Be a Dog in a Cornfield!
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STEWARD ALERTS
Fido Friendly Travel Map ____________________________________ 
BlogPaws Are you a pet blogger? Do you use social media to promote or share your message [i.e. Twitter and Facebook]? We are chock full of actionable advice and information to help you increase your readerships, hone your craft, connect with other social media writers and meet and work with brands you love. We also offer ways to get nose-to-nose at our yearly national educational conferences. We are the go-to resource for pet people and brands to partner on projects and campaigns, to be educated on social media, and to arrange face-to-face meetings all over the country. FIND OUT MORE... |
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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
Puppy Mills are Not the Environment That Any Pet Should Start Life In
In the United States more and more people are becoming aware of the dirty secrets that fill the puppy mill business. Many thousands of puppies from mills are sold in local pet shops and online.
The ASPCA wants you to take the pledge to first not shop at stores that sell puppies and secondly to consider ADOPTION as your FIRST OPTION.
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GARDENING
Dog Gardening
They dig because it's a fun, completely normal canine activity. The challenge is in protecting your garden from this fun.
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WELLNESS & NUTRITION
10 Healing Herbs for Hound and Human
Herbs offer cures for many common canine ailments. Here's a list of the top ten herbs no dog lover's cupboard should be without. It's a pharmacopeia for dogs - call it a bark-acopeia!
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STARGAZING
Space Weather
One of CSC's favorite sites that we are sure to check daily is SPACE WEATHER. It's all about the Sun-Earth environment. From solar flares and geomagnetic storms to meteors, auroras and planetary events, whatever is happening in our neighborhood cosmic environment is headlining on Space Weather.
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