The World Records Academy has recognized Bowser Beer as the first brew made specifically for dogs. May I suggest five simple things that dogs would appreciate a lot more than a beer:
• Real walks, not “drag-alongs” with someone on their cell phone who isn’t paying attention to what they want to stop and sniff and outings to dog parks where they can safely run around off leash.
• The opportunity to bark now and then. People talk all day long, yet dogs are often shushed if they bark even once, even when they’re warning that someone’s coming to the door.
• Frequent and prompt bathroom breaks (no, don’t get up in the morning and brush your teeth and comb your hair first while your dog is waiting to go outside with legs crossed)
• Veterinary checkups for painful dental problems ― something not cool to neglect ― as well as fresh, clean water rather than yesterday’s.
• Your time. Don’t be a blur, dashing in, changing, and dashing back out again, leaving your dog to stare at the wall for even more hours. Get the ball out and throw it, offer belly rubs, hang out together, and see the first bulleted item above. Provide plenty of “outside” time, even if the weather’s bad.
Ingrid E. Newkirk, president
People for the Ethical
Treatment of Animals
Opinion
Dogs may like beer, but don’t forget ‘real walks’
- Opinion
-
-
Court should let Affordable Care Act stand
On March 23, 2010, President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act. Polls have shown that Americans are divided over the law, but when survey respondents are asked about specific provisions they become more supportive.
-
She was privileged to have known these wonderful friends
As May 31 approaches I am reminded that it will be three years since the death of beloved musician, composer, conductor, educator, humanitarian and friend, Dr. Jon Bauman.
-
They will spend their money, why not let them do it here?
I would like to reply to the letter that was on Sunday’s editorial page on May 13 (“Casino will bring problems”).
-
They’re going to miss one of their most inspiring teachers
We recently heard, with great sadness, that one of our favorite teachers, Mrs. Carol Shank, will be transferred from Westmar Middle School to Mountain Ridge High School by the Board of Education.
-
Better beware of their gifts
“We socialists are not reformers; we are revolutionists,” said Daniel De Leon, an American Socialist and the leading figure in the Socialist Labor Party of America. De Leon was a Marxist, and argued for the revolutionary overthrow of capitalism.
-
Invest in downtown area now and keep tourist dollars here
I can understand why plans for a downtown city market and other ideas to stimulate downtown and Canal Place are put on hold due to economic conditions, but now is exactly the time for these initiatives (Commission tables City Market idea,” May 18 Times-News, Page 1A).
-
Sign up now to become part of Relay for Life on June 1-2
Just as the effects of a challenging economy are felt by families in every community, cancer, too, has a far-reaching impact.
-
Reward each according to production, investments
The reader’s commentary dated May 18 (“It may be that God would prefer Communism”) is absolutely absurd.
-
Besides, they’re not interested in dental health
Dear Governor:
I am writing to thank you for your leadership in the recently called special legislative session to avoid the Doomsday budget. -
Here’s why he prefers the school he’s now attending
School is boring but we all have to go, so choose your school carefully. I attend a Christian school because I don’t have to listen to people cussing, teachers and some class mates are caring, and I’m learning about Christ.
- More Opinion Headlines
-
Court should let Affordable Care Act stand
