Welcome to Michelle’s dog blog. I wanted to start this blog to share information about my dog George, his cancer diagnosis, chemotherapy treatment and his sad passing in January of 2008. Since George’s diagnosis four years ago I’ve come into contact with so many other pet owners who have faced this terrible disease. This can be a forum for all of us to share our experiences and create a support network. You’ll also find helpful pet tips from training to the importance of spaying and neutering. Or if there’s a topic in the news relating to animals that you want to talk about, then this is the place. I hope you enjoy my “dog blog”!


Bark For the Cure
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Tuesday, 22 July 2008 16:55

Cancer hits one in three dogs.

 
Foster Mom Turned Adopter
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Tuesday, 22 July 2008 14:59

Does it mean I failed as a foster mom if I kept one of the puppies?

 
Another Angel Joins George
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Thursday, 05 June 2008 15:48

June 1, 2008. 7:43pm

The text message I received Sunday night was not good: "I think now is the time to stop by if you plan on it to see Kahly, she is not good so just call me."

 
Animal Cruelty Not a Joke
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Friday, 18 April 2008 19:31
During the last few months I have followed the case of Romeo, the Pulaski county dog whose abuse was caught on tape.  I have covered the efforts to pass legislation inspired by Romeo’s case closely, monitoring almost every step of the political process in Frankfort.
 
A Special Dog Named Kahly
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Friday, 11 April 2008 19:33

Kahly was my dog George’s first and only love.  A gorgeous chocolate lab and an “older woman”, by three years, he was quite smitten with her.

 
Tribute to Dog who Serves the Men who Served our Country
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Thursday, 10 April 2008 19:34

I met a really neat dog today.  His name is Skeeter.  He is a six year old Pomeranian.  A few years ago his owner, who was a veteran, became too ill to care for Skeeter.

 
Romeo’s Law Stalls in Frankfort
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Tuesday, 26 February 2008 19:36

The proposed law named after a Pulaski county dog whose abuse was caught on video tape is stalled in Frankfort. But supporters of Romeo’s law are not giving up.

 
Spaying and Neutering Pets Can Solve Overpopulation
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Thursday, 14 February 2008 19:38

“The greatness of a nation and it’s moral progress can be judged by the way it’s animals are treated.”
-Ghandi

 
KY Animal Cruelty Laws: Behind the Times?
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Wednesday, 13 February 2008 19:42
Kentucky is among the worst of the worst when it comes to protecting the rights of animals, making it a great state to live if you are an abuser and one of the worst states to live if you are an animal.
 
Grief and Guilt.
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Tuesday, 29 January 2008 19:45

I’ve always heard about the stages of grief. But I have never lost anyone so close to me that I have felt the ranges of emotions that grief sparks.  The guilt is bad.

 
Love. Loss. Inspiration. A Brave Battle Ends.
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Friday, 18 January 2008 19:48

It was one week ago today, at the very hour I am sitting down to write this, that I had to say goodbye to by dear, dear dog George.

 
Giving Teeth to Animal Cruelty Laws
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Thursday, 13 December 2007 20:09

Animal Cruelty is a misdemeanor crime in Kentucky, punishable with a small fine.

 
My Dog Featured in Bluegrass Balance
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Tuesday, 23 October 2007 20:17
The Lexington Herald Leader’s monthly magazine, Bluegrass Balance, is focused on People and their Pets for October.
 
Employee Benefits Include Pet Sitting Services
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Saturday, 29 September 2007 20:36

As part of your employee benefits package you will typically find health, dental, and eye care as well as insurance benefits for your dependents like spouses and children.

 
Pampered Pets or Pointless Purchases? Pet Spending at an All Time High
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Friday, 28 September 2007 20:48

The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association (APPMA) has tracked spending of our four legged friends and has found pet owners spent more than $38-billion in 2006. A figure that has more than doubled since 1994.

 
Talking to Animals: Can people hear what they are saying?
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Thursday, 27 September 2007 20:49

Bill Northern talks to animals. He listens too.  He calls himself an animal communicator and is one of a growing number of people who say they can hear what animals are thinking.

 
Canine Cancer: The Diagnosis. The Treatment. The Survival.
Written by Michelle Rauch   
Wednesday, 26 September 2007 20:51

The Diagnosis. Thursday, October 14, 2004

Thank goodness for routine, yearly physicals.  They truly can save a life.

 
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