'Quill: The life of a guide dog' movie review, trailer: Dog is better than humans
newjerseynewsroom.com
The Japanese trainers aren't dog whisperer types; they use repetition and praise to train the dogs. Quill may not be the smartest of the bunch, but he's extraordinarily patient and obedient, qualities that are critical for a guide dog.

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Eight months later, owner reunited with pet Labrador
The Daily Advertiser
"I'd rather adopt an older dog from the Humane Society and know that he could be saved," said Drake. "He was great, very obedient and well-trained. He had a great personality." Drake is in the Army reserves and, unfortunately, several months after he …

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Homeward Bound
The Daily Advertiser
"I'd rather adopt an older dog from the Humane Society and know that he could be saved," said Drake. "He was great, very obedient and well-trained. He had a great personality." Drake is in the Army reserves and, unfortunately, several months after he …

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Volunteer puppy raisers needed
Surrey Leader
The raisers are responsible for developing the puppies into obedient, well-socialized, confident adult dogs. The canines then undertake professional guide dog training to assist people who are visually impaired as well as children with autism.

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The Hindu

Pet pals - A fairytale for Pixie
The Hindu
When Pixie was born to a homeless dog a few months ago, she was nearly doomed to a life of scavenging for food-waste while risking heavy traffic. Instead, she was rescued by members of a local adoption group who vaccinated her and sent her to their …

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Send dogs for training, pet owners told
Malaysia Star
Socialisation is important for both the owners and dogs whereby the animal will learn to be obedient while the owners will be taught social etiquette like removing dog poo at public places,” he said during the MNAWF Wagathon at Central Park in Bandar …

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Zodiac: Best Pets for Virgo
The Spoof (satire)
The Bernese Mountain Dog satisfies all of a Virgo's high standards. These dogs are remarkably clean and are bred to be friendly and obedient servants. They are very easy to train and want to please as much as possible. This dog will gladly accompany a …

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Local news
Beckley Register-Herald
Trophies will be awarded in four categories: Best Costume, Most Obedient, Best Smoocher and Best Trick. In addition, a Best in Show trophy will be awarded. RCAR will be selling hot dogs, popcorn, baked goods, drinks, and puppy and kitty items.

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Village News: The Toyntons
Skegness Standard
Mrs Spouncer apologised for not being able to bring a hearing dog to the meeting. She told members that there were currently 14 'hearing' dogs in Lincolnshire, including a duel assistance dog in Saltfleetby, which is both a hearing and a guide dog.

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Dog guides trained from the time they're puppies
Toronto Sun
As the dog gets older, the challenges get harder as the goal is for the puppy to be as obedient in public as possible. “With a young puppy, your socialization trips might be a five minute trip to the bank or going to the park,” said Hobbes.

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