Wag the Dog

This past weekend was the 16th annual All About Pets Show.The show was one of the most organized shows I have ever participated in. I am really pleased that we decided to participate in this show. The demographic of people were different from other shows we have been doing. It was great to hit the [...]

April 10 to 12 is the All About Pets Show at the International Center in Toronto. Directions and show times are on the AAPS website. We are having a booth at the show. Our booth number is 536. If you are coming to the show, please stop by. The All About Pets Show is a [...]

Santa Barbara County, California recently invited Bill Bruce to speak about the Calgary Responsible Pet Ownership Program. I am thrilled the county of Santa Barbara has supplied a link to the video of Bill's presentation. If you would like some enlightenment or investigate further what we have been preaching for the past few years, it [...]

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The town of Midland recently amended their dog bylaw. They actually didn't change much other than increasing fines; however they were already on the “no fly” list for dog owners. Looks as though they are choosing to remain on the illogical list and maintain their status in the **ban plus club. ** the ban plus [...]

Several months ago I posted an article about the Montreal suburb Cote St Luc.  I am very happy to report that Cote St Luc came to their senses and dropped the proposed BSL in their dangerous dog bylaw. 'Breed specific' dropped from proposed CSL 'dangerous' dog bylaw Côte St. Luc city council has given second [...]

Our hearts go out to Jennifer Waite, owner of Hershey. I received an email from Jennifer this morning that Hershey passed last night after a brief illness. The December 2005 issue of Dogs in Canada ran an article about Hershey. Ladies and gentlemen, step right up! Witness the spectacle of the savage, snarling, snapping beast. [...]

Yip, yip, yipee! I'm having a difficult time containing my excitement. More and more jurisdictions are coming to their senses, albeit court ruling in some instances. Italy came to their senses. KC Dogblog has a good post about that here. The Netherlands tossed, UK is on the verge… many towns, cities and counties have already [...]

We have had many emails from panic stricken dog owners who are in the Canadian military asking why they cannot get back into Ontariostan with their dog. Well the answer is that if they are posted out of Ontario for longer than 3 months and take their dog with them, they are S-O-L on bringing [...]

The town of Vauxhall, Alberta recently updated their canine bylaw. The new dog by-law passed unanimously at the first reading. The new law would remove the breed specific language and determine dogs “dangerous” on a case by case basis, and based on the dog’s individual behavior. Listen up ill informed legislators and torch/pitchfork crowd… Deputy [...]

I came across a video that made me chuckle. I have attended similar shows to the one shown in the video and have attended many multi breed dog shows. Overall it is rare one would see any aggression between dogs or dogs to humans with any breed. This video made me smile because this is [...]

Well, well, well… Did Toledo finally come to its senses? Remember Tom Skeldon; one of the Fiberal *star* witnesses for enacting the breed ban here in Ontario? I guess he won't be whoring himself out as a *star* witness anymore? There was an article in the Toeldo Blade entitled New Dog Warden Needed. AS THE [...]

It has been a banner week for catching the animal murderers (HSUS) in the act. The waves have been abuzz with a solid case of proof that the real agenda of animal liberation groups such as HSUS, PETA and their tentacles is to eliminate the animals and cash in on the cow (pun intended). HSUS [...]

The media whores are at it again! Sadly, main stream media gets the negative attention it is so pathetically addicted to by putting the word “pitbull” in the title of as many story headlines as possible. How is this for a hurtin' title? {Actually cracked me up.} House of squalor: Police find guns, drugs, pitbull [...]

I'm pleased to see that our friends in Calgary continue to make terrific progress in the areas of preventing dog bites and educating owners as well as children and utility workers about dog bite prevention.Here's the story from the Calgary Herald: Calgary dog attacks fall to lowest level in 25 years City a leader in [...]

I am in tears… In the few years of fighting this evil battle I have grown a much thicker skin. In my mind that is not a good thing; however one must “toughen” up to be able to function in this business of fighting for the right to own pets. How incredibly sad it has [...]

Our “staff” reporter wrote an excellent editorial in the Mississauga News! To put dog owners, in the absence of any wrongdoing whatsoever, into the untenable position of having to prove not only a negative, but also an impossible one, is an insult to democracy and is, to be blunt, un-Canadian. It is a must read [...]

Everyone is talking about the 127 puppies and adult “pitbulls” killed in Wilkes County, NC. In reading the blog Yesbiscuit, the slaughter was carried out today under a court order. Caveat has a post about this atrocity today. Be sure to follow the links from the caveat article to get the background story. HSUS must [...]

Our recent dollars for dogs campaign is a continuing huge success! We are so fortunate to have raised enough money to continue to the Supreme Court of Canada. A sincere thank you to all who have and continue to  participate. We hope our supporters will continue to donate when possible. The financial burden is ongoing. [...]

Hundreds of people have died in the horrific Victorian Bush Fires, thousands of people have been left homeless and lost all their possessions. Thousands of pet and domestic animals died or are now in emergency care. Every cent we collect through the sale of our Yellow leads & collars will go to the Red Cross [...]

ONCE UPON A TIME…   Once upon a time in a land far away, there lived a cruel Lord who decreed that all short haired, muscular dogs be banished from the fiefdom. All the children were heart-broken and cried when their beloved family pets were either sent away or destroyed. They would never know the [...]

On the heels of an article in Sports Illustrated in January is an article in the sports section of the Toronto Sun. Excerpt: There are the perky, high-energy sorts like Lucas, all wagging tails and let’s-go-play vivaciousness. There are the runners like Curly, who never saw a fence line or dirt trail they couldn’t wear [...]

The Mississauga News had an excellent editorial today! Here is an excerpt: Another day, another pet owner charged with owning an illegal breed — crossbreed, actually. This time, the dog’s owner wasn’t charged after his pet escaped human custody, attacked a person or an animal, or was found running free.This time, charges were laid after [...]

Would you not think Mississauga animal control would have learned a lesson in how to waste tax payers money, undue stress, anxiety and shame from the Rambo case? Well apparently not! You would think MPP Bob Delaney would have filled them in by now that there is NO SUCH THING as a 'pitbull'; since he [...]

I am really starting to look like a Pug with banging my head off my desk and all. When can we begin to insert logic and science where emotion and hysteria now reside? Why, when faced with a question of what to do; when the heat ramps up over dog 'incidents' (as they refer to [...]

The Globe and Mail, or Fiberal rag as I like to refer to it as, has a repulsive article in yesterday's paper. Here is an excerpt which activated my gag reflex:Lean and muscular, Bryant is light on his feet in the ring, where he's spent hundreds of hours since he took up boxing more than [...]

I stumbled across a new virtual pet called Foo Pets. Go check it out. I set up a cute little Rottweiler girl pup and named her Peppa. You have to feed, play with, water and take care of your virtual pet or it will be sent to the shelter to be looked after. I looked [...]

Sports Illustrated writer Jim Gorant just signed a BOOK DEAL to write a book about the Vick dogs, entitled “The Lost Dogs.” There is a post over at Bad Rap today. Check it out…

There is a great post over at Caveat this morning which gives you an update on our fundraising. Excerpt: I await up-to-the-minute numbers from the Banned Aid treasurer who is working hard to keep track.  Our small cohort of people (including the sole webmaster) is struggling to keep up with announcements.  In other words, we [...]

The DLCC wants to say THANK YOU to the Canadian Kennel Club, as they will be sending Clayton Ruby a cheque for $8,000!!!!!! Those folks deserve a HUGE ROUND OF APPLAUSE, especially the Board of  Directors, who gave it a UNANIMOUS 'green light'!!! It looks as though we'll get our Supreme Court filing submitted on [...]

    Recently, a London woman kindly took in a dog down on its luck. The dog in the picture above (Faith), along with another dog, belonged to neighbors. The dogs were disposable items and left behind when they moved away. The woman, I’ll call her Jane which is not her real name, along with [...]

Before I get into the meat and potatoes of this offer, I would personally like to say that I have one of these collar racks that was given to me as a gift by the person who makes them. All items handcrafted by Dirk are exquisite quality. I highly recommend treating yourself to a wood [...]

h/t Caveat The Saluki Club of Canada have donated 1000.00 to the legal challenge and issued a challenge to other clubs to match or exceed the amount. Here is the link and details at Caveat. Huge warm thanks to the Saluki Club of Canada! Plus the individual members in the Saluki Club who went above [...]

I will grant 25% off my usual fees for any real estate transaction or will provided that the client mentions that the DLCC or Banned Aid Coalition when they call me. I have two offices, one in Markham and one in the Beaches in Toronto. It is best to call me at my Markham office [...]

I will donate 25% of any commission earned if it is referred to me by someone who mentions Bill 132. This includes someone far away needing a Realtor. Just email or call me and I will find one in your area who specializes in what you are looking for. 25% of my referral fee for [...]

Hat tip to Colleen Wilkinson Staffordshire Bull Terrier Club for thinking of this… Excerpt: I asked the cat owners! Everyone said I was nuts! But guess what! We have purry friends! Hurray! Thanks to Karen and her Tonkinese!  As a cat person, I am mailing a donation c/o Clayton Ruby tonight . Good for us [...]

From: Starr White Subject: Boston Pizza Donation Received: Sunday, January 18, 2009, The donation from our Boston Pizza Restaurant in Peterborough North is being sent to Mr. Ruby's office. The total from the restaurant is $1,107.90 plus $25 that was collected in the jar. Total $1132.90 Starr White Windstorm Salukis www.angelstonefarms .com/dogs On behalf of [...]

We have been saying for a while now, with this climate what we need is a feel good, positive movie about dogs. I personally haven't seen this movie yet, but I may go tonight.. It looks like a fun movie. In an article, Rescued Pit Bulls Make the Big Screen, film producer Ewan Leslie insisted [...]

I'm an author with a book entitled Fox Hollow that features a Keeshond character named Augie, who plays a central part in the resolution of this suspense story. I think Augie would be thrilled to help raise funds to get before Canada's Supreme Court. This character is based on a real Kees, and the chance [...]

The flurry of donations from around the world, from all walks of dogdom, has literally brought me to tears. I was trying to catch up on some of the messages and this one caught my eye. I thought I would share it with you. Sent: Friday, January 16, 2009 7:30 PM Subject: [canadianshelties] Defending our [...]

I just wanted to announce that I am donating any canuckdogs ad design fees for Feb. Advertising placement from ads that I design this month will go to the DLCC to help in this great cause! (scroll down for more info)   If you have booked a canuckdogs ad for Feb and still need it [...]

Kelly's Canine Hotel in Grand Pre Nova Scotia pledges to donate 1.00 for every canine guest staying at the hotel this Saturday night and challenges other boarding facilities and doggie daycare to do the same. Correna Kelly Royal Canadian Anatolians www.dogboarding.ca

Valerie Bridaeu Web DesignI will donate 10% of my earnings from web design work with the mention of the DLCC for 2009

Cindi-Lee PhotographyI will donate 10% of my proceeds in 2009 from Official Show Photos and Ringside Candids!

In light of the fund raising drive being undertaken by the DLCC I would like to add my support to this enormous task. Canine Specialty Software wouldn't exist without breeders and exhibitors like you and any effort to restrict even one breed jeopardizes us all. So, from now until the end of the month all [...]