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	<title>Avenue K9 &#187; Dustin</title>
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		<title>The Dogs Dig Portland</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/28/the-dogs-dig-portland/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 06:03:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cindy and I had a great time with the pooches in Portland this week. The very dog-friendly Hotel Monaco was especially awesome:
Pom Pom enjoyed standing on the hotel furniture

Casper enjoyed posing with his hotel swag

They both enjoyed&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Trey From Austin Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/28/dog-of-the-day-trey-from-austin-humane-society/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jul 2010 05:57:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hi! This is Trey. If you&#8217;re looking for a handsome, frisky, smart young dog with shiny hair and lots of smarts, meet me! I&#8217;m a year and a half, 50 pounds, an interesting blend of smart, personable breeds. I&#8217;m interested&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Animal Shelter Mistakes Pet Dog For Coyote</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/27/animal-shelter-mistakes-pet-dog-for-coyote/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:25:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dog Mistaken For Coyote
Ten year old &#8220;Copper&#8221; was lost on July 3rd, then found the same day by police. But officials at the Franklin County Humane Society mistook her for a coyote and told police to release her back&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Dolce From Arizona Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/27/dog-of-the-day-dolce-from-arizona-humane-society/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 07:13:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Every shelter dog has a story to tell and Dolce’s story is undoubtedly tragic. The little Brussels griffon mix was rescued off the streets by a Good Samaritan who then rushed her to the Arizona Humane Society because she was&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Aries From San Diego Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/26/dog-of-the-day-aries-from-san-diego-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/26/dog-of-the-day-aries-from-san-diego-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:24:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why I&#8217;d make a great companion: I&#8217;m a lovable dog seeking a special home where I&#8217;ll be a cherished member of the family. With bright eyes and a precious face, I have a beautiful personality to match. Like most pups,&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>10 Reasons to Celebrate Your Dog&#8217;s Birthday</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/26/10-reasons-to-celebrate-your-dogs-birthday/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/26/10-reasons-to-celebrate-your-dogs-birthday/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 08:40:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Cake for them means cake for you.
2. Calculate your dog&#8217;s age in human years and you&#8217;ll feel a lot better about your own age.
3. Invite dog-owning friends to the birthday party. You&#8217;re guaranteed to get some free&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Pom Pom Turns 13!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/25/pom-pom-turns-13/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2010 06:58:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pom Pom demanded a cake from Dancing Dog Cookie Company for her 13th birthday. We human folk were happy to oblige:

Bitter much, Casper?

A hairy human convinces Pom to share the goods:

Happy birthday Pom!
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Bola From Sacramento SPCA!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/22/dog-of-the-day-bola-from-sacramento-spca/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/22/dog-of-the-day-bola-from-sacramento-spca/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 23 Jul 2010 06:21:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bola loves to play tug-o-war and to chase tennis balls. She is affectionate and attentive towards people. She is confident, outgoing, and independent. Bola likes to go for walks and she walks well on a leash.
Bola is deaf, so&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Bowl Movements&#8230;</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/21/i-missed-my-human-so-much/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/21/i-missed-my-human-so-much/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:23:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Dog Diaries]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Does this qualify as coddling your dog? Pom Pom&#8217;s bowl started out in the back of the kitchen.

We decided that was too far away from the living room. We moved it against the wall leading to the living room.&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Missy May From Austin Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/21/dog-of-the-day-missy-may-from-austin-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/21/dog-of-the-day-missy-may-from-austin-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jul 2010 05:08:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Coon Hound lovers, here I am! I&#8217;m Missy May, sweet and mellow, long-legged and droopy-eared. I&#8217;m just one year old, a bit on the thin side at 38 pounds they say, so I&#8217;m getting fattened up here&#8211;Yea! Yummy food!
I&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Mass. Makes Debarking Illegal</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/20/mass-makes-debarking-illegal/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/20/mass-makes-debarking-illegal/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2010 05:17:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Under the new law &#8212; called Logan&#8217;s Law after a dog that underwent the controversial surgery but was later abandoned&#8211; anyone in the state who cuts or removes an animal&#8217;s vocal chords for nonmedical reasons may be punished by fines&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Raymond From San Diego Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/20/dog-of-the-day-raymond-from-san-diego-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/20/dog-of-the-day-raymond-from-san-diego-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jul 2010 05:04:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why I&#8217;d make a great companion: I am an easy going guy that loves to play! I am an adorable dog seeking a special home and a family to cherish. After a long walk, I love to snuggle with my&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Ten Complaints Dogs Have About Humans</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/19/ten-complaints-dogs-have-about-humans/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/19/ten-complaints-dogs-have-about-humans/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Blaming your farts on me&#8230;not funny&#8230; not funny at all!
2. Taking me to the vet for &#8220;the big snip,&#8221; then acting surprised when I freak out every time we go back!
3. Taking me for a walk, then&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Uncle Larry&#8217;s Pet Treats</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/18/review-uncle-larrys-pet-treats/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/18/review-uncle-larrys-pet-treats/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2010 07:58:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Good: Shortest ingredient list ever&#8230;freeze dried turkey meat. That&#8217;s it. The price is decent ($6 for a 2 oz bag&#8211;they&#8217;re light, but there are plenty of treats in the bag). The dogs absolutely love these things. The name &#8220;Uncle&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Happy 14th of July&#8230;</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/14/happy-14th-of-july/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/14/happy-14th-of-july/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 07:12:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You know what I hate? 14th of July fireworks. Those stupid fireworks that the neighborhood idiots decide to launch off at 11:00 at night when all of my windows are open and the dogs are asleep.
Those consecutive loud POP&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Pablo From Austin Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/14/dog-of-the-day-pablo-from-austin-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/14/dog-of-the-day-pablo-from-austin-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2010 06:35:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[My name is Pablo, and I&#8217;m a fun country boy. They say I have a Busy Bee personality, which means I&#8217;m curious, pretty energetic but not always on the go, social, your basic entertaining, nice and lively family companion.
I&#8217;ll&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Growing Number of Neighbors Sharing Custody of Dogs</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/14/growing-number-of-neighbors-sharing-custody-of-dogs/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/14/growing-number-of-neighbors-sharing-custody-of-dogs/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 08:00:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For those who want a dog, but can&#8217;t have one because they don&#8217;t have the time or money to care of one, there may be a solution: Why not share custody of a K9 with your neighbor?
More and more&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog Deal: Large FURminator For 13 Bucks!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/12/dog-deal-large-furminator-for-13-bucks/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/12/dog-deal-large-furminator-for-13-bucks/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 06:00:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Scoop this deal up while you can! These babies retail for about $60, so take advantage! CLICK HERE for the link!
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Madison From Arizona Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/12/dog-of-the-day-madison-from-arizona-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/12/dog-of-the-day-madison-from-arizona-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 05:53:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Madison enjoys tossing rope toys up in the air and playing in the yard ALMOST as much as she enjoys lounging around the house. Being a family-oriented dog, she has her paws crossed that a loving family will step forward&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>That One Time We Did The Dog Litter Box Thing</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/11/that-one-time-we-did-the-dog-litter-box-thing/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/11/that-one-time-we-did-the-dog-litter-box-thing/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jul 2010 07:40:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Kind of embarrassing to think that when Cindy and I first got Pom Pom, we were freaked out about her going to the bathroom in the apartment&#8230;so we bought her a doggie litter box:

It even came with a &#8220;How&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Summer From Sacramento SPCA!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/08/dog-of-the-day-summer-from-sacramento-spca/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/08/dog-of-the-day-summer-from-sacramento-spca/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2010 06:54:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Summer is ready to be your new best friend! She is eager to please and is so loving. She can be a bit timid at first but warms up quickly and is ready to play and have a good time.&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Gertie From Austin Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/07/dog-of-the-day-gertie-from-austin-humane-society-2/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/07/dog-of-the-day-gertie-from-austin-humane-society-2/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 Jul 2010 04:24:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[My name is Gertie and I am a super sweet girl! I have a sleek hound-y body, long legs and the most beautiful golden coat. I&#8217;m still a young girl at just under 2 years, and I&#8217;m not too big&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Jump From San Diego Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/06/dog-of-the-day-jump-from-san-diego-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/06/dog-of-the-day-jump-from-san-diego-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2010 05:34:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why I&#8217;d make a great companion: I&#8217;m an adorable dog seeking a special home and family to cherish with my best friend, Sharpie. While we may be tiny, our capacity to love is huge! We can often be found snuggling,&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog Deal: Frontline 3-Pack For $22.50!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/05/dog-deal-frontline-3-pack-for-22-50/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/05/dog-deal-frontline-3-pack-for-22-50/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 07:35:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Vetshop.com has Frontline Plus Orange 3 packs for $24.99. You can use the coupon &#8220;ss10vet&#8221; to get 10% off, and shipping is free!
]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Copper From Arizona Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/05/dog-of-the-day-copper-from-arizona-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/05/dog-of-the-day-copper-from-arizona-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 07:25:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Copper spent 14-years with a family who adored her but when children entered her world, Copper’s life changed forever. The toddlers were much too rough with this little Chihuahua mix, and sadly her owner had to bring her to the&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Fright-Free Fourth!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/05/fright-free-fourth/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/05/fright-free-fourth/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2010 08:13:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Our most successful 4th of July yet: Lots of fireworks going off outside, but we managed to stave off most of the horribly loud noise Pom and Casper hate so much. No whining, hiding or shaking this year, just this:&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Dogswell&#8217;s Mellow Mut Treats</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/05/review-dogswells-mellow-mut-treats/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/05/review-dogswells-mellow-mut-treats/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2010 08:00:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In my house, I can instantly gauge how tasty a dog treat is by how quickly my two pooches snatch it up from my hand and devour it.
For some reason, treats in jerky form always seem to be the&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>120 Beagles Receive Their Independence!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/04/120-beagles-receive-their-independence/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/04/120-beagles-receive-their-independence/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2010 07:43:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Unfrickinbelievable.
One-hundred twenty Beagles and 55 primates were rescued over the weekend from a bankrupt laboratory in Oxford, N.J. Even worse: The lab has been shut down for three months, but the animals used in experiments at the facility were&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Winnie From Greenhill Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/04/dog-of-the-day-winnie-from-greenhill-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/04/dog-of-the-day-winnie-from-greenhill-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2010 06:59:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why I&#8217;d make a great companion: I am such a sweet old girl who loves people!
My favorite activities include: Hanging out by your feet, going on daily walks, and getting a treat like a yummy rawhide every once in&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Zaiden From Sacramento SPCA!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/01/dog-of-the-day-zaiden-from-sacramento-spca/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/07/01/dog-of-the-day-zaiden-from-sacramento-spca/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2010 07:22:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Zaidan is a playful little guy who likes to run in the yard, and he loves squeak toys! He is friendly and affectionate towards people.
Zaidan is best suited for a somewhat active home. He should not live in a&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>AKC Recognizes Three New Dog Breeds</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/30/akc-recognizes-three-new-dog-breeds/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/30/akc-recognizes-three-new-dog-breeds/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 07:05:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Icelandic Sheepdog, Leonberger, and Cane Corso: Welcome to the club.
The American Kennel Club is now recognizing these three big, athletic, muscular pooches  as official breeds (that&#8217;s the Icelandic Sheepdog pictured above).
That brings the tally of AKC-recognized breeds to&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Felicity From Austin Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/30/dog-of-the-day-felicity-from-austin-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/30/dog-of-the-day-felicity-from-austin-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Jul 2010 06:53:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Hello there, I&#8217;m Felicity, a striking 8 year old Dachshund. I&#8217;m a lovable, gentle gal who likes slow strolls on the leash and companionship. I&#8217;m housetrained and easy going.
I would love to sit in your lap and be your&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Don&#8217;t Mess With The Rawhide Mafia</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/29/dont-mess-with-the-rawhide-mafia/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/29/dont-mess-with-the-rawhide-mafia/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:47:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This fearsome foursome of half-chewed rawhides decimate my feet on a nightly basis. Each hardened criminal jabs my heel and toes with its sharp edges&#8211;I&#8217;ve shouted impressive strings of cusswords loud enough to ensure the neighbors will never come over&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Roxy From San Diego Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/29/dog-of-the-day-roxy-from-san-diego-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/29/dog-of-the-day-roxy-from-san-diego-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 06:36:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why I&#8217;d make a great companion: Friendly, affectionate and social, I&#8217;m an easy dog to love! While I am beyond my puppy years and well housetrained, I have a youthful spirit. While I enjoy playing, I&#8217;m also content to relax&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Help Suger Bear Beat Heartworms!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/27/5058/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/27/5058/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 07:35:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A friend of mine has a dog who was diagnosed with heartworm disease . It&#8217;s very, very expensive to treat and she&#8217;s unable to afford treatment.
I can&#8217;t begin to imagine what I&#8217;d do if one of my furry little&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Ten Dog-Name Inspirations!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/27/10-dog-name-inspirations/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/27/10-dog-name-inspirations/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 06:54:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. Cars we can&#8217;t afford: I&#8217;ve met dogs named Mercedes, Porsche and Bentley. Someday, I hope to ride in a car named Mercedes, Porsche, or Bentley.
2. TV/Movie Characters: Xena Warrior Princess, anyone?
3. Food: &#8220;Taco went over to Oreo&#8217;s&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Kelly From Austin Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/23/dog-of-the-day-kelly-from-austin-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/23/dog-of-the-day-kelly-from-austin-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 06:40:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I&#8217;m Kelly. For 5 months old, I&#8217;m a pretty cool pup, well on my way to awesome! I&#8217;m pretty, smart, and already good watching my handler. I&#8217;m working on consistent sitting on command and perfect walking on the leash.
I&#8217;m&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Pez For Pets!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/23/pez-for-pets/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/23/pez-for-pets/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:30:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It looks like my massive letter-writing campaign finally paid off&#8230;Dog-treat Pez dispensers baby!

Don&#8217;t forget the refills:

I love Walgreens.
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		<title>New Spay/Neuter Requirement For Pit Bull Owners</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/23/5019/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/23/5019/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:17:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Under a new ordinance in Southern California&#8217;s San Bernadino County, owners of pit bulls or pit bull mixes would be required to spay or neuter dogs more than 4 months old. 
Owners who fail to do so would face a&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Jojo From San Diego Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/22/dog-of-the-day-jojo-from-san-diego-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/22/dog-of-the-day-jojo-from-san-diego-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 07:53:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why I&#8217;d make a great companion: I&#8217;m an energetic and playful pup looking for my forever home!
My favorite activities include: I love to play outside and with my people friends. I would be thrilled to accompany my new pet-parents&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Joey From Arizona Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/21/dog-of-the-day-joey-from-arizona-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/21/dog-of-the-day-joey-from-arizona-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Jun 2010 07:21:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It is hard to say how Joey ended up at a local animal shelter but one thing is for sure, there wasn’t enough room for him. In desperation, the shelter workers called the Arizona Humane Society to help. As part&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Planet Dog&#8217;s Orbee-Tuff SPORT Soccer Ball</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/20/review-planet-dogs-orbee-tuff-sport-soccer-ball/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/20/review-planet-dogs-orbee-tuff-sport-soccer-ball/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2010 06:57:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I love watching dogs play with a toy they truly love. It makes me want to quit my job, sit in the back yard, and squeal and clap while they play the day away.
&#8220;Planet Dog&#8217;s Orbee-Tuff Soccer Ball is&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Sierra From Greenhill Humane Society!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/20/dog-of-the-day-sierra-from-greenhill-humane-society/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/20/dog-of-the-day-sierra-from-greenhill-humane-society/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2010 05:51:30 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Why I&#8217;d make a great companion: I would love to go home with an active family with older kids who can take me on lots of leashed adventures, play with me and let me love them to pieces!
My favorite&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog of The Day: Buzz From Sacramento SPCA!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/17/dog-of-the-day-buzz-from-sacramento-spca/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/17/dog-of-the-day-buzz-from-sacramento-spca/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jun 2010 07:41:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Buzz is the most loving boy ever! Buzz is a lap dog in an American Staffy body! All he wants is to please you and to lean up against you for some quality cuddle time.
This young guy is quite&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Pierre The Pappy Visits The Pack</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/17/pierre-the-pappy-visits-the-pack/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/17/pierre-the-pappy-visits-the-pack/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Jun 2010 07:34:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is Pierre. He will be up for adoption at my shelter today&#8211;since he&#8217;s a new arrival, I wanted his first night to be cozy and quiet, instead of in a loud dog kennel.
He&#8217;s a neat little Papillion dude.&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>&#8216;Green&#8217; Pet Stores on the Rise</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/01/green-pet-stores-on-the-rise/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/06/01/green-pet-stores-on-the-rise/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 08:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[As people continue to embrace eco-friendly elements into their life, other, furrier members of the household will be able to do their part to help the environment as well.
Pet stores featuring â€œgreenâ€ products are becoming increasingly popular. Some of&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Robo Dogs: As Good as the Real Thing?</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/05/24/robo-dogs-as-good-as-the-real-thing/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/05/24/robo-dogs-as-good-as-the-real-thing/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:00:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Man&#8217;s best friend may someday run on AA batteries instead of kibble.
A study conducted by Saint Louis University found that a nine-year-old dog named Sparky and a robotic dog were almost equally effective at helping to alleviate loneliness in&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Planet Dog&#8217;s RecycleBONE</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/05/24/review-planet-dogs-recyclebone/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/05/24/review-planet-dogs-recyclebone/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2010 08:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I always love looking around pet stores for new toys. It&#8217;s great to watch the dogs get really excited when you take it out of the bag and hand it over to them. They snatch it up and run off&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Bowser Donut Bed</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/05/17/review-bowser-donut-bed/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/05/17/review-bowser-donut-bed/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 08:00:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have many, many pet beds. In addition to the &#8220;unofficial&#8221; pet beds such as the couch, floor cushions and, of course, the HUMAN bed, there are currently four pet beds in various locations of our house.
Being the pet&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Chicken Jerky Links Drive Dogs Into Frenzy</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/04/26/review-chicken-jerky-links-drive-dogs-into-frenzy/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/04/26/review-chicken-jerky-links-drive-dogs-into-frenzy/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 08:00:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to dogs and treats, it&#8217;s usually obvious right off-the-bat if a dog is going to love or hate what you&#8217;re giving them. Good treats: As soon as the bag is opened, the smell of that little morsel&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Pom Pom&#8217;s True Colors</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/03/15/pom-poms-true-colors/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/03/15/pom-poms-true-colors/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2010 09:07:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. The typical evening at home (boy and girl at home): Pom MUST be on girl&#8217;s lap. Only water breaks are allowed. Pee breaks happen only when boy picks Pom up and carries her outside. Back to lap. All other&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Natural Balance Dog Food Rolls</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/02/22/review-natural-balance-dog-food-rolls/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/02/22/review-natural-balance-dog-food-rolls/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2010 08:00:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s easy to get frustrated with your dog when they start getting picky about what they eat&#8211; you spend lots of money on uber-premium dog food, only to have your dog sniff their bowl and walk away as if the&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Holiday Gifts You and Your Dog SHOULD Have Gotten</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2010/01/11/holiday-gifts-you-and-your-dog-should-have-gotten/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2010/01/11/holiday-gifts-you-and-your-dog-should-have-gotten/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 08:14:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[1. For you: A professional dog walker. It&#8217;s not that you don&#8217;t enjoy showing the neighborhood your awesome mismatched flannel sleepwear during that early morning walk, you&#8217;d just love to be able to sleep in on Sunday morning&#8211;like back in&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Ten Ways To Get Rid of Doggie Boredom</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2009/12/21/ten-ways-to-get-rid-of-doggie-boredom/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2009/12/21/ten-ways-to-get-rid-of-doggie-boredom/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2009 08:00:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are few things worse than a dog who is bored&#8211;just ask your couch, your trashcan, or your favorite pair of shoes. Here are ten ways to keep your dog entertained (and your shoes in wearable condition).

Give your dog&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>The Avenue K9 Holiday Gift Guide!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2009/12/07/the-avenue-k9-holiday-gift-guide/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2009/12/07/the-avenue-k9-holiday-gift-guide/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 09:08:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For the big chewer: Orbee-Tuff Snowball by Planet Dog. It&#8217;s minty-fresh and stands up to even the toughest chewer. Best of all, it&#8217;s 100% guaranteed&#8211;if your pooch chews this baby apart, Planet Dog will send you a new one, free&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: The Magical Hide-A-Squirrel</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2009/12/07/review-the-magical-hide-a-squirrel/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2009/12/07/review-the-magical-hide-a-squirrel/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2009 08:01:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There&#8217;s a general rule we pet owners all follow: If we&#8217;re gonna blow double-digit dollars on a pet toy, it better be pretty darn good. It better be a durable toy and it better hold a dog&#8217;s interest for more&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Web Site Takes The Mystery Out Of the Bag</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2009/04/27/web-site-takes-the-mystery-out-of-the-bag/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2009/04/27/web-site-takes-the-mystery-out-of-the-bag/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:00:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are so many different types of dog food out there&#8211;holistic, organic, small bites, large bites, senior formula&#8211;just what the blazes should you be feeding your dog, anyway?
One Web site helps take some of the guesswork out of all&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Handi-Drink Great For Travel</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2009/03/09/review-handi-drink-great-for-travel/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2009/03/09/review-handi-drink-great-for-travel/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2009 08:00:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When Cindy and I first started making long-distance trips in the car with our dog Pom Pom, we were really stressed out about her not drinking any water for the entire trip.
We&#8217;d put some water in her dish, but&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Sea &#8220;Mobility&#8221; Hip and Joint Health Treats</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2009/02/09/review-sea-mobility-hip-and-joint-health-treats/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2009/02/09/review-sea-mobility-hip-and-joint-health-treats/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 08:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the hardest things about your dog getting old is when you start to notice changes in their level of activity. When we first got Pom Pom, she was a fearless 7-year-old with puppy-like energy. She&#8217;d jump up and&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Sorry Dogs, It&#8217;s Moving Time&#8230;Again</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2009/01/04/sorry-dogs-its-moving-timeagain/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2009/01/04/sorry-dogs-its-moving-timeagain/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 06:43:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[After moving for the fourth time in just a little over a year, I&#8217;ve come to one conclusion: Dogs, unlike people, never get used to moving.Cindy and I have moved so many times, it&#8217;s numbingly routine: Pack, lift, load, unload,&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Is There Really Such a Thing as a &#8216;Best&#8217; Pet Food?</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/17/is-there-really-such-a-thing-as-a-best-pet-food/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/17/is-there-really-such-a-thing-as-a-best-pet-food/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 09:02:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I imagine vets get asked this question quite a bit, so it should have come as no surprise to us that his answer did not include a single pet food brand name.
Basically, this is what he said: In the&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>President Bush&#8217;s Dog Bites Two People</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/16/president-bushs-dog-bites-two-people/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/16/president-bushs-dog-bites-two-people/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:04:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Barney the terrier is having a rough couple of weeks as his final term as First Dog of the White House comes to an end.
The public relations director of the Boston Celtics and a television reporter have both felt&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Pet Owners Passing Up Vet Visits in Tough Economic Times</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/13/pet-owners-passing-up-vet-visits-in-tough-economic-times/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/13/pet-owners-passing-up-vet-visits-in-tough-economic-times/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:52:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Annual checkups, teeth cleanings, blood work, heartworm medication&#8211;owning a pet ain&#8217;t cheap. Faced with shrinking bank accounts and tight credit, many pet owners are foregoing routine checkups and medication in order to save money.However, veterinariansÂ  caution that skipping annual exams&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>The Story of Hemi The Pit Bull Pup</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/13/the-story-of-hemi-the-pit-bull-pup/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/13/the-story-of-hemi-the-pit-bull-pup/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 08:40:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[&#160;

I came across the story of Hemi the pit bull puppy today, and I&#8217;m passing it along in hopes that people will be able to help an awesome pit bull rescue group save this little guy.
There are so&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Peruvian Hairless Dog Offered to Obama Family</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/12/peruvian-hairless-dog-offered-to-obama-family/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/12/peruvian-hairless-dog-offered-to-obama-family/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 08:00:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the hottest topics currently in the news about President-elect Barack Obama and his family is what kind of dog they will select as &#8220;First Dog&#8221; of the White House.
Obama recently pointed out that one of his daughters,&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Urine b&#8217; Gone&#8230;or IS it?</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/11/urine-b-goneor-is-it/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/11/urine-b-goneor-is-it/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 08:11:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So even though Yoshi is no longer staying with us, his presence still remains&#8211;in the form of a couple of pee stains I found on the carpet.
It&#8217;s not a big deal or anything&#8211;he&#8217;s lived with four different families in&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Synchronized Canine Sleeping</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/09/synchronized-canine-sleeping/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/09/synchronized-canine-sleeping/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 07:40:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[After eight hours in the car dealing with the windy mountain roads between California and Oregon, Casper and Pom Pom like to unwind with about ten hours of uninterrupted &#8220;passouttidness:&#8221; Snoring, twitching and heavy breathing&#8211;all in perfect harmony.
Much crankiness&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog Takes Car for a Joyride</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/09/dog-takes-car-for-a-joyride/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/09/dog-takes-car-for-a-joyride/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 06:34:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A pit bull in Pryor, Oklahoma has apparently taken it upon himself to take a stand for all dogs who get left in the car by their humans.
This particular human had left his dog in the car while at&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Farewell To The Smush-faced One</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/07/farewell-to-the-smush-faced-one/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/07/farewell-to-the-smush-faced-one/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 10:52:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[3:00 p.m: We&#8217;re packing up the car and getting ready to leave for Sacramento to take our buddy Yoshi to his new home.
9:30 p.m: Yoshi freaked out for the first two hours of the car ride&#8211;he was breathing hard&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Obama Win Means it&#8217;s Puppy Time for His Daughters</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/05/obama-win-means-its-puppy-time-for-his-daughters/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/05/obama-win-means-its-puppy-time-for-his-daughters/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 19:08:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[President-elect Barack Obama made the promise of a new puppy to his two daughters during his victory speech last night.
&#8220;I love you both so much, and you have earned the new puppy that&#8217;s coming with us to the White&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Casper 101</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/04/casper-101/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/04/casper-101/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 09:01:28 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Every Monday night I watch a show called Dogs 101 on Animal Planet. Casper is even more fascinated with the show than I am.

Certain barks or whining noises from the dogs on the show get his attention&#8211;and once that&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Review: Antlerz Big on Cost, Low on Doggie Enthusiam</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/03/review-antlerz-big-on-cost-low-on-doggie-enthusiam/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/03/review-antlerz-big-on-cost-low-on-doggie-enthusiam/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:00:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[One common thread among all the different dog treats and toys out there are the words &#8220;Dog Love Them!&#8221; somewhere on the packaging.
As a pet owner looking to buy something that&#8217;s simultaneously loved by your dog and doesn&#8217;t cost&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Service Dog Killed on Portland Bus</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/03/service-dog-killed-on-portland-bus/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/03/service-dog-killed-on-portland-bus/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:00:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Late last month, a Pomeranian service dog was attacked and killed by a 50-lb mixed-breed dog as the large dog and its owner were about to exit the bus.
The dog apparently showed no signs of aggression before attacking the&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Breakin&#8217; Up The Brothas</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/02/breakin-up-the-brothas/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/11/02/breakin-up-the-brothas/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:50:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Casper and Yoshi have become really close over the past two weeks. So it&#8217;s gonna be really hard to separate them when we take Yoshi to his new home with Cindy&#8217;s parents.
I love watching them run chasing each other&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Thoughts on Pet Insurance</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/30/thoughts-on-pet-insurance/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/30/thoughts-on-pet-insurance/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:21:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is the definition of a bad week: We notice one of our cats (Athena) is sick, we take her to the vet, we find out she is VERY sick and will need tests and multiple overnight hospital stays for&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog Missing in Florida&#8230;Found in Chicago</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/30/dog-missing-in-floridafound-in-chicago/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/30/dog-missing-in-floridafound-in-chicago/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 05:47:52 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you still haven&#8217;t gotten your pet microchipped, this story might just get you off the couch and into the vet&#8217;s office:
Several months ago, a Maltese named Max went missing while outside in the yard back home in Florida.&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Poodle Causes Chaos on Airport Runway</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/28/poodle-on-the-loose-in-airport-causes-chaos-for-travelers/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/28/poodle-on-the-loose-in-airport-causes-chaos-for-travelers/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 06:51:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Workers at Logan International Airport in Boston have a new-found appreciation for the evasiveness of the poodle.
This past weekend, little Choochy managed to escape from her kennel while being unloaded from a plane.
The poodle ran across runways and&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Yoshi&#8217;s Two Weeks in Paradise</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/27/yoshis-two-weeks-in-paradise/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/27/yoshis-two-weeks-in-paradise/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 07:22:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Right now I&#8217;m staring at Yoshi as he sits on the couch, on top of a blanket, chewing away on his Bullystick.
Yoshi will be here with us for the next two weeks until we&#8217;re able to drop him off&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Help a Great Dog Find a Home Every Week!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/27/help-a-great-dog-find-a-home-every-week/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/27/help-a-great-dog-find-a-home-every-week/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:13:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This week we&#8217;re kicking off our &#8220;Dog of the Week&#8221; feature here on Avenue K9. Every Monday, we&#8217;ll be featuring a wonderful dog currently up for adoption at Greenhill Humane Society, a terrific organization located in Eugene, Oregon.
Please check&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog Saves Kittens From House Fire</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/26/dog-saves-kittens-from-house-fire/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/26/dog-saves-kittens-from-house-fire/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 07:22:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A Jack Russell terrier helped save four kittens from a house fire on Sunday in Melbourne, Australia.
Firefighters found Leo the terrier next to a box containing the kittens&#8211;despite the fire and smoke, the dog refused to leave the kittens.&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>iPods and Nintendo Wiis: Dangerous to Pets?</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/23/ipods-and-nintendo-wiis-dangerous-to-pets/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/23/ipods-and-nintendo-wiis-dangerous-to-pets/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 07:05:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[According to an article in the Daily Telegraph, the Nintendo Wii and Apple iPod are among the top ten gadgets most likely to injure pets.
The list came about as a result of a survey of 3,000 animal owners by&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Our Smush-Faced Houseguest</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/22/our-smush-faced-houseguest/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/22/our-smush-faced-houseguest/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 06:51:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For the next week, I&#8217;ll be attempting to walk three dogs at the same time without tripping over leashes, keeping faces buried in the correct food bowls, and making sure butts are not being sniffed for an inappropriate length of&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Home 4 the Holidays Adoption Drive Aims for 1 Million Adoptions!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/22/home-4-the-holidays-adoption-drive-aims-for-1-million-adoptions/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/22/home-4-the-holidays-adoption-drive-aims-for-1-million-adoptions/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 06:00:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[October is Adopt a Shelter Pet Month, and there&#8217;s no better way to cap things off then to talk about the Home 4 the Holidays adoption drive!
The Home 4 the Holidays program started back in 1999 with 14 San&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>K9 Commentary: Should it be Illegal to Keep Dogs Chained?</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/21/k9-commentary-should-it-be-illegal-to-keep-dogs-chained/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/21/k9-commentary-should-it-be-illegal-to-keep-dogs-chained/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 07:35:12 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I read a story today on Seattletimes.com about local government deciding whether to ban the confinement of dogs in small places and chaining dogs for long periods of time.
The argument for banning goes something like this: Dogs who are&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Tough Times For Pet Owners</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/21/tough-times-for-pet-owners/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/21/tough-times-for-pet-owners/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:02:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The economy sucks. People are losing their jobs left and right. Prices seem to be going up on just about everything while at the same time people have less money to spend.
I saw a news story on TV last&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Video: Just Your Typical Dog and Duckling Family</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/19/video-dog-and-duckling/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/19/video-dog-and-duckling/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 07:41:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A dog and a duckling&#8211;equally fascinated with each other. It&#8217;s amazing how two completely different species can get along like this.
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		<title>Origin of Dogs Much Earlier Than Thought</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/19/scientists-discover-origin-of-dogs-much-earlier-than-thought/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/19/scientists-discover-origin-of-dogs-much-earlier-than-thought/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 06:51:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[You never know what you&#8217;ll find when you&#8217;re a scientist digging around in a cave in Belgium.
In this case, the oldest-ever remains of a dog have been discovered&#8211;31,700 years old.
Scientists believe these dogs probably looked similar to Siberian&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Millionaire Offers $75 million for Pet Overpopulation Solution</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/16/millionaire-offers-75-million-for-pet-overpopulation-solution/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/16/millionaire-offers-75-million-for-pet-overpopulation-solution/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2008 07:28:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[So here&#8217;s the deal: Come up with a non-surgical, one-time way to sterilize cats and dogs and get $75 million.
That&#8217;s the offer a retired and very, very wealthy doctor will be making through his non-profit Found Animals Foundation.
Gary&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Get Schooled Up: Check out &#8216;Dogs 101&#8242; on Animal Planet</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/15/get-schooled-up-check-out-dogs-101-on-animal-planet/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/15/get-schooled-up-check-out-dogs-101-on-animal-planet/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 06:20:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Being the absolute wild man that I am on the weekends, I spent the last couple of hours before bed Saturday night watching random stuff on Animal Planet.
Right as I was about to click the TV off and hit&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>What&#8217;s The Deal With the Scratching?</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/14/whats-the-deal-with-the-scratching/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/14/whats-the-deal-with-the-scratching/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 07:08:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Top-notch flea meds: Check.
Regular trips to the groomer: Yep
Constant washing of pet bedding: Indeed.
So why are my dogs scratching every night into the wee hours of the morning?
I knew it wasn&#8217;t fleas. Pom Pom was the&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Army Refuses to Let Soldier Bring Home Dog From Iraqi</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/14/army-refuses-to-let-soldier-bring-home-dog-from-iraqi/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/14/army-refuses-to-let-soldier-bring-home-dog-from-iraqi/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 05:01:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A 28-year-old Army sergeant will soon be returning home from Iraq&#8211;as of right now, the puppy she saved and took care of while there, will not be allowed to come with her.
Although exceptions have been made, the U.S. Defense&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>K9 Review: Cheese Please Treats</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/13/k9-review-cheese-please-treats/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/13/k9-review-cheese-please-treats/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 08:29:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[In our ongoing effort to give our dogs more variety than what is currently available in our own refrigerator, we&#8217;ve found another treat that seems to be a big hit so far.
The Cheese Please treat is baked and contains&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Dog Stuff: The LED Dog Tail Communicator</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/13/dog-stuff-the-led-dog-tail-communicator/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/13/dog-stuff-the-led-dog-tail-communicator/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 08:12:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s hard to tell who gets more frustrated during some human vs dog interactions&#8211;there are times when my dogs REALLY seem to get irritated when I&#8217;m taking my time get out of bed for the morning walk, or when feeding&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>The Power of SunChips</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/09/the-power-of-sunchips/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/09/the-power-of-sunchips/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 06:07:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Every time I go to open a bag of SunChips&#8230;or any other food item that makes that &#8220;I&#8217;m opening a bag of chips&#8221; noise, I get bumrushed by the heard of animals I live with&#8211; oh, I&#8217;m throwin&#8217; the cats&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Woman Accused of Taping Dogs&#8217; Mouths Shut</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/09/woman-accused-of-taping-dogs-mouths-shut/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/09/woman-accused-of-taping-dogs-mouths-shut/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:50:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Last week, a Rhode Island woman pleaded guilty to animal cruelty after leaving her two pit bulls alone in her apartment for two days without food and water, and their snouts wrapped shut with electrical tape.Neighbors grew concerned when they&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Smells in the Elevator, Spots in the Hall</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/07/smells-in-the-elevator-spots-in-the-hall/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/07/smells-in-the-elevator-spots-in-the-hall/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:58:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Like any good dog owners, Cindy and I have done everything we can to make sure our dogs are housetrained. You know, taking them out to pee on a set schedule, praising them when they did the deed outdoors&#8230;all that&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Want Your Very Own Beverly Hills Chihuahua? ADOPT!</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/05/want-your-very-own-beverly-hills-chihuahua-adopt/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/05/want-your-very-own-beverly-hills-chihuahua-adopt/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 05:51:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here&#8217;s a little something you probably don&#8217;t know: The star of the new Disney movie: Beverly Hills Chihuahua was rescued from an animal shelter near Los Angeles just a short time before he was to be euthanized.
The moral ofÂ the&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>The Pet Loo: The Next-Best Thing to The Toilet</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/05/the-pet-loo-the-next-best-thing-to-the-toilet/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/05/the-pet-loo-the-next-best-thing-to-the-toilet/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 05:32:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I came across something today called The Pet Loo. Basically it&#8217;s a super-fancy litter box that looks like a patch of grass.
It&#8217;s designed for people who live in apartments, the elderly, or for dog owners who live in bad-weather&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>Casper Meets Mr. Malamute</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/05/casper-meets-mr-malamute/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/10/05/casper-meets-mr-malamute/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 05:11:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Casper and I went on a nice, mile-long expedition last night in hopes of finding me a new running trail.Instead, we encountered a big pack of BIG dogs&#8211;luckily, the dogs were behind a 10-foot fence, but still, they were going&#8230;]]></description>
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		<title>The Adidas Pants Cue</title>
		<link>http://avenuek9.com/2008/09/30/the-adidas-pants-cue/</link>
		<comments>http://avenuek9.com/2008/09/30/the-adidas-pants-cue/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:18:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dustin</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Every morning with the dogs follows the same pattern: Alarm goes off and the dogs start to stir (and me too&#8230;after two or three snooze buttons), I stand up and the dogs perk up&#8211;then I reach for my old, waaaay&#8230;]]></description>
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