But Keeper’s more than just a pretty face. She’s a smart little girl. The 2.5 year old papillon came from a breeder in Maine. Keeper has another papillon ”brother” named Finch and a younger papillon ”sister” named Maybe. The household also has a … Continue reading
Part of what I love about my jobs (yep, I have two: BDN writer/photographer and photographer) is that I’m blessed to meet so many different people with interesting businesses and a love for pets. If you live in the Bangor … Continue reading
“It’s hard not to smile when you’re around dogs,” said Katie Kiel, a junior art history major at the University of Maine. And smiles abounded at the university’s Fogler Library when the library hosted a week of visits by local … Continue reading
Several years ago, when Holden resident Jenny Dwyer’s Australian Shepherd Bandit continually licked off sunscreen applied to his light-colored nose, she wanted a product that would provide sun protection while being safe if ingested. She was already making her dogs’ … Continue reading
The roles of a responsible pet owner and dog-smart parents are to teach children some basic safety tips. Do not approach unfamiliar dogs. Do not surprise a dog by petting it. Allow them to sniff you first. If you’re approached … Continue reading
So you’ve just delivered a bouncing baby bundle and are ready to go home. You know that this is a whole new world for you! Have you prepared your pets for their new life too? Say what?! That’s right. Your … Continue reading
In 2011, seven-month-old Annabelle Mitchell was bit and killed by the family’s rottweiler while her mother was passed out on the couch of their Frankfort home. State officials noted at the time that the incident was the first dog bite-related … Continue reading
Paws Down Training Service, housed at For Dogs Boutique at 251 Main Road, Holden, will hold a Canine Body Language Seminar on Sat., May 4 from 10-11 a.m. at For Dogs. Jack and Diane Cunningham will teach adults about the … Continue reading
Last week I told you about a unique meet and greet opportunity when the Bangor Roller Derby Girls joined Maine Greyhound Placement Service at For Dogs Boutique in Holden. The girls helped raise $85 for the non-profit, but also raised … Continue reading
In celebration of National Greyhound Adoption Month, Maine Greyhound Placement Service volunteers, their greyhounds, and the Bangor Roller Derby Girls will join forces to promote greyhound adoption and show off just what kind of pet a greyhound can be. That’s … Continue reading
