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Blog postBesides sprouting flowers and mild temperatures, spring also ushers in ticks that carry Lyme disease, and pet parents are being reminded about the importance of taking precautions to keep their dogs and cats safe from the potentially killer bacterial infection.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is urging pet parents to take actions now to prevent their companions from being b -
Blog postThose fragrant flowers, budding shrubs and lush green grass in the yard look bright and pretty, but they also have a dark, ugly side - they may be sickening, or even killing, your pet.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
Springtime is an especially dangerous season for curious dogs and cats who unknowingly nose around in plants that are poisonous if ingested and the fertilizers used to help them grow, so pet parents must take precautions -
Blog postThe Hunt of Her Life Original Book is a nonfiction book about Samantha, an unwanted rescue dog who the author adopts at age 2. This beautifully designed full-color deluxe book, by longtime newspaper journalist Joseph A. Reppucci, contains more than 60 vibrant color photos of dogs to help illustrate the compelling and uplifting of Samantha - a pretty tricolor bird dog who uses her warm personality to win people over and build a new family after being put up for adoption by a hunter because s
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Blog postWant a better life with your dog? MySetterSam.com's Living Well With Your Dog, a series of short stories for pet owners, is loaded with common-sense ideas to help make life more fun, enjoyable and healthy for you and your dog. Find great tips about subjects such as: creating a comfortable lifestyle for you and your dog; making your home and environment safe; improving your pet's health and nutrition; choosing a pet sitter and veterinarian; and saving money on dog food, pet products, prescr
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Blog postCandy and flowers may be enjoyable for people, but they can be killers if ingested by dogs and cats, making Valentine's Day one of the more poisonous days of the year for pets, according to animal welfare advocates.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
Pet parents are being advised to be vigilant when it comes to keeping sweets out of reach of their companions, because chocolate is so toxic that it can kill even in small amounts and flowe -
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The Ruff Report is a column that appears on MySetterSam.com, a blog written by Joseph A. Reppucci, a retired editor from The Patriot Ledger in Quincy, Massachusetts. Mr. Reppucci worked as a reporter and editor on major daily newspapers in the Boston area for more than 30 years. He is the author of the book, The Hunt of Her Life, a heartwarming story about his once-in-a-lifetime rescue dog. Find it on Createspace.com and Amazon.com.
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Blog postHypothermia and frostbite from the cold and snow, broken bones from falling on ice and poisoning from ingesting antifreeze are just a few of the hazards that make winter the most deadly season of the year for pets, animal experts warn.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
And pet parents are being urged to take precautions to keep their dogs and cats safe by limiting their outdoor activities in extreme cold and snow, and using sweat -
Blog postYour pet could be in danger of getting lost, injured or even killed unless you make proper preparations before hitting the road or hopping on a plane for the Thanksgiving weekend, the busiest four-day travel period of the year, a leading animal welfare agency warns.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals advises pet parents to make sure their companions have proper i -
Blog postAnatural phenomenon that happens each year puts your pet at a much higher risk of injury or even death, and dogs and cats need careful guidance to deal with it, an animal welfare agency warns.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
This marvel of Mother Nature that endangers the well-being of pets occurs in late autumn and winter in the Northern Hemisphere, the period when daylight becomes scarce, nights are longer and the chances of your pet -
Blog postAcommon artificial sweetener found in sugar-free baked goods, candy, oral hygiene products and chewing gum can be a killer if ingested by a dog, the FDA is warning.
Xylitol, which is only intended for use by people, can cause sudden drop in blood sugar (hypoglycemia), seizures and liver failure if ingested by dogs, the Food and Drug Administration says. Depression, loss of coordination and vomiting are signs that a pet may have ingested the artificial sweetener, and symptoms may occur with -
Blog postAll holidays pose special hazards for pets, but Halloween is by far the most dangerous one of the year, and parents need to be vigilant about keeping their dogs and cats safe, animal welfare experts warn.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
More dogs die or stray during Halloween than any other holiday, according to Liam Crowe, a dog behavioral therapist and CEO of Bark Busters USA, which has 250 franchises nationwide.READ MORE &raq -
Blog postLack of sunlight, cold and snow, and curtailed outdoor activities can be depressing for anyone, including our pets, and those winter blues can have serious health consequences for dogs and cats, too, a leading veterinarian warns.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
Many pets deal with the psychological effects of wintertime by sleeping too much, overeating and avoiding exercise, a routine that can lead to obesity and other illnesse -
Blog postAnatural phenomenon that happens each year puts your pet at a much higher risk of injury or even death, and dogs and cats need careful guidance to deal with it, an animal welfare agency warns.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
This marvel of Mother Nature that endangers the well-being of pets occurs in late autumn and winter in the Northern Hemisphere, the period when daylight becomes scarce, nights are longer and the chances of y -
Blog postYour pet might like fancy toys, enjoy tasty treats and get excited when gobbling down a special mouth-watering meal, but those who give their dogs and cats gifts and food to celebrate the New Year should consider a different approach.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
Leading animal welfare organizations say that as much as your pet might appreciate toys and treats, those gifts pale in comparison to the most cherished thing in the life -
Blog postEvery day, millions of pet parents participate in a routine activity that is needlessly putting their dogs at risk of injury or even death, animal welfare officials warn.
This function is so common that some pet parents and dogs do it several times a day. They do it when they go to the park, visit the veterinarian and the run errands.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
The activity that 83 percent of pet parents do that is p -
Blog postMost owners will pack food, treats, toys and a leash when preparing to travel with their pet, but many will overlook the most important item needed to prepare for a safe trip with your dog or cat because it cannot be tucked into handy, little bag.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book series about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
This simple item, or actually task, that can be so crucial to the safety and well-being of your pet when traveling is a visit to the veter -
Blog postSome pets will anxiously pace around the house in fear, others will lose bladder or bowel control from the fright and many others will simply run away from home - never to be seen again by their families - to get away from the explosions and flashes.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
The cause of this irrational behavior is fireworks season, the most terrifying time of the year for cats and dogs. And your pet's chances of getting lost is at i -
Blog postSome dangers that summer poses for dogs and cats are obvious - like heat stroke - but many others are covert and can easily result in the death of pets, an animal welfare agency warns.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
Many pet parents may be surprised to learn that dogs and cats are susceptible to less obvious dangers like high-rise syndrome falls, drowning and food poisoning, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Crue -
Blog postThe best present you can give your pet during the holiday season is so large that it cannot fit in a box, needs no fancy ribbon, costs absolutely nothing and can be delivered only by you.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
Consider giving your dog or cat the precious gift of safety, because the holiday period is one of the more dangerous - and poisonous - times of the year for pets, according to animal welfare advocates.READ MORE » -
Blog postWhat would the holiday season be without Santa, decorations and special foods? It would be a lot safer for many curious dogs and cats, according to a study of accidents involving pets.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
The holiday season has a tendency of bringing out the mischievous side of many pets, resulting in some bizarre injuries, a study by Pets Best Insurance has found. After reviewing its claims from policyholders, the insurance com -
Blog postYour dog has a "guilty look" on his face and you are certain your pet has misbehaved in some way, so you give him a stern warning while searching for evidence of the forbidden deed.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
You check the trash barrel, look for creases on the bed spread and examine the latch on the food bin to see if your dog has gotten into some of those off-limits places, but you find no wrongdoing.
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Blog postYou want to keep your pet healthy and free of stomach problems, so you feed your dog or cat a premium, natural, organic, fresh food or perhaps a prescription diet. But, your focus on the pet food itself may be misplaced since 40 percent of dogs and cats can still suffer from gastrointestinal problems such as stomach upset, vomiting and diarrhea regardless of the food they eat, according to a survey.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
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Blog postMillions of dogs regularly play this seeming innocent and harmless game with their pet parents, but this favorite pastime is actually a leading cause of serious illness and injury, two leading veterinarians warn.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
This time-honored tradition frequently results in dogs contracting serious infections, getting nasty puncture wounds and even becoming paralyzed or dying, they say in a report. This favorite pastime t -
Blog postAprescription is readily available that will absolutely improve your dog's quality of life, and all a pet parent needs to do is fill it and simply administer the medicine, a leading veterinarian says.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart
This mysterious wonder drug that will better your pet's health can be given every day in regular doses.READ MORE » -
Blog postCan you ever imagine yourself at the park calling out: "Peanut Wigglebutt, come here." Or how about "Sir Hog Knucklehead, this way" or "Biggiepotamus, stay!"
Well, some pet parents do just that every day, because those are the top three most unusual names that people have given to their pets, according to a survey by Veterinary Pet Insurance.
The Hunt of Her Life: A book about a rescue dog that will touch your heart To come up with those names, VPI
Books By Joseph A. Reppucci
The Hunt of Her Life Condensed Edition: A captivating journey that will touch your heart
Mar 29, 2013
$3.99
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