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NewsHound 039
February 21, 2006 |
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Dear urbanhounders,
Last week, Barkis, a 70-pound collie-chow mix from Park Slope, was killed by stray voltage that surged from a sidewalk in his neighborhood. Meanwhile, in Queens, the search continues for Ch. Bohem C'est la Vie, the fragile champion whippet known as Vivi, who bolted while being boarded onto a Delta flight at Kennedy Airport. Only a few days before Vivi disappeared, a 28-year-old Brooklyn man was arrested for posing as a vet, but not before he almost killed a Boston terrier during a botched surgery.
Remember how the month began? With news of a Colombian drug ring that surgically implanted bags of liquid heroin in the bellies of labrador puppies destined for New York.
Is it time to move to the suburbs? Gulp. For the moment, these dogs in peril have us wanting to do something, anything, to help. After all, it's been two years since stray voltage killed Jodie Lane as she walked her dogs, yet Con Edison still can't make our streets safe for humans or hounds. First: we're going to sign this petition, organized by urbanhounder Robin Silvestri.
Maybe now too is the time to support the ASPCA, which does a remarkable job of lobbying for and preventing cruelty to animals. To learn of pending legislation specific to New York, go to this page on the ASPCA website.
Got another dog-advocacy organization you think we should support and promote? Let us know before we move to Connecticut.
With best wishes to you and your hounds,
Nina Munk & Nadia Zonis
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Exhibition of Claire Houston's Dog Photographs
Through March 14
Tea Lounge, 350 7th Ave. at 10th St., Park Slope, Brooklyn
New York photographer Clare Houston's black-and-white portraits capture dogs in pensive, even sad, moments. Fore more information, contact Tea Lounge at 718-768-4966.
The Ithaca Conference: Planning for a Dog-Friendly Community
Through March 15
This month-long online e-conference is for "community planners, activists, tourism consultants, and entrepreneurs in pet and related sectors." Organized by a local group called Ithaca4Dogs, the national e-conference will be followed by a "real" (in-person) conference in Ithaca, New York, on April 22.
Exhibition of Elizabeth Bredann's Dog Paintings
Through March 23
Lesley Heller Gallery, 30 E. 92nd St. btwn. Fifth and Madison Aves. 3rd fl., Manhattan
New York realist Elizabeth Bredann paints arresting and colorful portraits of dogs with oils on copper.
Mascot Studio Seventh Annual Dog Show
Through April 15
Mascot Studio, 328 E. 9th St. btwn. First and Second Aves., Manhattan
This East Village framing shop and gallery space will show small drawings, paintings, photography and mixed media dog portraits through April 15th. For more information, call 212-228-9090 or email info@mascotstudio.com.
Socially Conscious Companion Fundraiser
Tuesday, February 21, 7 PM to 10 PM
Redemption Lounge, 1003 Second Ave. at 53rd St., Manhattan
Socially Conscious Companion, aka SOCOCO, sells beaded dog charms handmade in Cape Town, and donates ten percent of the proceeds to help AIDS orphans in South Africa. This fundraiser will feature food and wine from South Africa, and all proceeds will go to the Baphumelele AIDS orphanage in Cape Town. Tickets are $20 in advance (call 646-638-3631) or $25 at the door.
"Dealing Dogs"
Tuesday, February 21, 10 PM
Called "an excellent and awful work" (The Hollywood Reporter) and "a work of courage and persistence that made a difference" (The Wall Street Journal), this new HBO documentary is about an Arkansas kennel that sells dogs for research. The result of six months of undercover investigation by an animal rights group called Last Chance for Animals, the documentary shows dogs being abused in the worst ways possible. In the end, the kennel's owners are brought down. Still, we're left knowing there are other such kennels that have escaped the law.
"Barkitecture"
Wednesday, February 22 (and every Wednesday), 9 PM
This clever TV series on the DIY Network brings together the hosts - a vet and a carpenter - with a different family each week to help walk them through the process of adopting and bringing home a new dog. The vet teaches them to care for their pet, and the carpenter designs and builds a custom doghouse that suits the whole family.
Trixie and Peanut sample sale
Saturday, February 25, 11 AM to 8 PM and Sunday, February 26, noon to 5 PM
23 East 20th St. btwn. Broadway and Park Ave. South, Manhattan
At this sample sale, fancy dog coats, sweaters, collars, and carriers will be marked down 50% and more. Cash only. All sales final. For more information, contact Trixie + Peanut Pet Emporium at 212-358-0881.
Animal Care & Control Foster Care Informational Orientation
Sunday, February 26, noon to 2 PM
Manhattan Animal Care Center, 326 E. 110th St. btwn. First and Second Aves., Manhattan
New York's city shelter, called Animal Care & Control, tries to place as many dogs as it can into foster homes while they wait to be adopted. Dogs who live with foster families are better socialized, happier, and more adoptable than dogs who must live in the shelter. If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, or learning about the program, this information session is for you. Please r.s.v.p. to nycfoster@yahoo.com. Or, for more information, contact Jill Morgenstern at 646-210-1370 or jmorgenstern@nycacc.org.
Coffee Bark
Saturday, March 4, 7 AM to 9 AM
Prospect Park, Brooklyn
Held in rain or in shine, in the park's Long Meadow, behind the Picnic House (enter at Prospect Park West and 4th Street, then go left around Picnic House), the monthly Coffee Bark includes muffins for humans and dog biscuits for hounds. This long-standing social is sponsored by Brooklyn's FIDO, officially known as the Fellowship In the Interest of Dogs and Their Owners.
Small Dog Playgroup
Sunday, March 5, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
Dog Abby Daycare, 90 Verona St. btwn. Van Brunt and Richards Sts., Red Hook, Brooklyn
Brooklyn's Dog Abby Daycare is hosting this free gathering for dogs under 20 pounds. A dog trainer will be supervising play and answering questions. Please bring proof of vaccinations and r.s.v.p. by calling 718-387-7767 or emailing dogabbydaycare@aol.com.
Frisbee Catching for ANY Size Dog
Saturday, March 11, 11 AM
Eva's Play Pups, 52 N. 11th St. btwn. Kent and Wythe Aves., Brooklyn
Trainer Denise Herman contends that any dog can learn how to catch a Frisbee. Here's your chance to find out if she's right. Admission is $20 per dog, but free for humans who want to attend without their dog. Space is limited, so please r.s.v.p. to info@empireofthedog.com.
Dog Bible Pooch Party
March 15, 7 PM to 9 PM
W Hotel Union Square, 201 Park Ave. South, Manhattan
Tracie Hotchner, author of The Dog Bible, is gathering trainers, nutritionists, and other dog experts at this event to publicize her book and the W Hotel's dog-friendliness. Author proceeds will be donated to Animal Care and Control and the Animal Haven shelter. Please r.s.v.p. to nychappeningsrsvp@whotels.com.
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Calling all Harlem dog people. A group of neighborhood residents is working to establish a dog run in St. Nicholas Park, which runs along St. Nicholas Ave. between 128th and 141st Streets in Manhattan. If you'd like to get involved, contact Shawn Milligan at svmilliganny@yahoo.com.
Are Greenies dangerous? Driven by the rallying cry of a New York couple whose miniature dachshund, Burt, died after his intestines were obstructed by a Greenie, and, most recently, by a frightening news report that aired on CNN last week, urbanhounders are wondering whether to ween their dogs off the hugely popular dog treat. We look forward to hearing from an unbiassed veterinary organization on this one, but for now, to make an informed decision, go to the links above (CNN and the blog started by Burt's owners, who have filed a $5 million lawsuit against the makers of Greenies) and visit the manufacturer's online defense.
People with dogs walk more than people without dogs, declares a study published in the February issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. The study of 350 Canadians found that those with dogs walked an average of 300 minutes a week, while the dogless walked just 168 minutes. The study's authors suggest: "Acquiring a dog should be explored as an intervention to get people more physically active." Then again: the study also showed that, with the exception of walking, dog people did less of all other forms of exercise than non-dog people.
A recall of some lots of Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Urinary SO has been issued because of excessive levels of vitamin D. For more information, call the company at 800-592-6687 or email them at info@royalcanin.us.
Unlike some other states, New York has no official state dog. State Assemblyman Vincent Ignizio (R-S.I.) hopes to change that. He's introduced legislation that would name the German shepherd the official dog of the Empire State. Why the shepherd? Because of the heroism displayed by the breed on 9/11.
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