Those of us who love dogs think they catch as well or better than some professional baseball players. Tony La Russa, manager of the St. Louis Cardinals and founder of ARF (Animal Rescue Foundation) in Oakland, is an expert on both. The new book, Three Nights in August (by Buzz Bissinger, published by Houghton Mifflin) […]
Pet-Cer-Cise!
“Mommy and Me” Exercises You Can Do with Your Pet By Joanne Thomas, Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor Photographs by Von Thomas Legions of moms and babies love “Mommy and Me” fitness classes. Mom brings baby along, and baby is sometimes used as the “weight” as Mom does simple strength training moves to tone […]
Going For The Gold: Owners And Dogs Train To Victory
Dogs are considered man’s best friend. They are faithful and loving companions who show their unwavering support, emotionally and physically. Jordan Connelly’s Border Collie Buc led the 11-year old to a championship title at the Incredible Dog Challenge. Three-time Olympic gold medalist, Gail Devers, conquers the hurdles in life and on the track with her […]
Getting the Fat Off Naturally
Obesity, defined as an increase in body weight at least 15% above what would be normal for the size of the pet, is a medical problem. Proper diet and exercise can help significantly. Any program must begin with a veterinary visit to make sure that other problems that contribute to weight gain, such as […]
Wendell’s First Swim Lesson: Picture Perfect
The story of Wendell, son of a self-proclaimed neurotic doggie mom, and his first swimming lesson. I called my husband, Cosmas, from Best Buy’s digital video camera section. “I’m in Best Buy and I’m thinking we need a digital video camera,” I say, trying to keep my voice very casual and light, as if I’m […]
Hydrotherapy: Water Rehabilitation For Canines
People have long been taking advantage of the benefits produced by water-based aerobics, especially when it comes to rehabilitation. Racehorses have been utilizing equine aquatic programs for conditioning purposes for over a decade, and now dogs are lapping up this non-load-bearing regimen, known as hydrotherapy, for their own post-operative and rehabilitative needs. “You’re rehabilitating the […]