MANS BEST FRIEND

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Where The Saying Originated

The Phrase "Man's Best Friend" originated in a court of law. Back on October 28, 1869, A man's dog (named old drum), was shot to death by a neighbor. Animals had no rights back in those

days, but the man wanted justice and so he hired 3 lawyers to sue the man who shot his dog. One of these lawyers, named George Graham Vest, is

given credit for originally coining the phrase "Man's Best Friend" during his final summation to the jury. By the time he was finished with his speech, the jury only took 2 minutes to reach a verdict. The jury awarded the victim $5 (a very

large amount of money back then). The jury also wanted the man to be sent to prison, but there

were no laws governing this type of incident back then so the judge was not able to honor the

jury's request for prison time.This is a record of the final summation given by

the lawyer... G e n t l e m e n o f t h e J u ry

The History Behind“A Mans Best Friend”

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G e n t l e m e n o f t h e J u r y“The best friend a man has in this world may turn against him and become his enemy.

His son and daughter that he had reared with loving care may become ungrateful. Those who are nearest and dearest to us, those whom we trust with our happiness and our good name, may become traitors to their faith. The money that a man has,

he may lose. It flies away from him when he may need it most. Man's reputation may be sacrificed in a moment of ill considered action. The people who are prone to fall

on their knees and do us honor when success is with us may be the first to throw the stone of malice when failure settles its cloud upon our head. The only absolutely

unselfish friend a man may have in this selfish world, the one that never deserts him, the one that never proves ungrateful or treacherous is his dog.

A man's dog stands by him in prosperity and poverty, in health and sickness. He will sleep on the cold ground, when the wintry winds blow and the snow drives fiercely, if only he can be near his master's side. He will kiss the hand that has no food to offer, he will lick the wounds and sores that come in encounter with the roughness of the world. He guards the sleep of a pauper as if he were a prince. When all other friends

desert... he remains.

When riches take wings and reputations fall to pieces, he is as constant in his love as the sun in its journey through the heavens. If fortune drives the master forth an outcast into the world, friendless and homeless, the faithful dog asks no higher privilege than that of accompanying him to guard him against danger, to fight against his enemies, and when the last scene of all comes, and death takes his

master in its embrace and his body is laid away in the cold ground, no matter if all other friends pursue their way, there by his grave side will the noble dog be found,

his head between his paws and his eyes sad, but open in alert watchfulness, faithful and true even to death.”

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Introduction to How to Care for a Dog

In exchange for all the love and pleasure dogs give their families, they do require various kinds of care in return, many of them several times a day. But don't be scared -- these will quickly

become part of your familiar routine, and the better you get at caring for your pooch, the more pleasure you'll both derive from your relationship. In this PowerPoint, we cover all the key aspects

of dog-care, including:

Dog SuppliesPuppy-Training Tips

Dog-Grooming and Bathing Tips Dog-Proofing Your HomeDog-Proofing Your Yard

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Dog-Supplies

Collar and tag.Order a tag engraved with your name and phone number several weeks before you bring your puppy home.

Leash. Learning to walk on a dog leash is one of the first lessons of canine etiquette. -Buy a lightweight, well-constructed leash.

Dishes. Food and water dishes come in a variety of materials.

Toys.

If you don't provide dog toys to help your canine burn his boundless energy, he'll find some of his own -- like your shoes, your tennis racquet, or even your portable radio.

Bed. Your puppy will enjoy having a soft place to curl up and nap after playtime. Choose a well-constructed, machine-washable bed. A wicker bed is classic, but remember, a puppy is a chewer and can easily destroy this kind of bed.

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Dog-Feeding Tips

Anywhere people live, you'll find dogs. Our species has made its way into nearly every nook and cranny in the world, and

we've bred dogs to go with us. One of the main reasons why dogs are so remarkably

adaptable is their ability to survive on a variety of foods. While cats need

nutrients only found in a meat-based diet, a dog's digestive system can pull the

nutrients out of just about anything that's edible. That's why dogs don't need as

much protein in their diets as cats. Still, dogs are naturally meat eaters, so meat

protein is still an important part of a dog's diet. An all-around balanced diet is a six-

part story: protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, minerals, and water.

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Puppy-Training Tips

Puppies and babies have a lot in common: They both need around-the-clock care, they both have

to be picked up after, and they both do better on a regular schedule.

Redirection is a more advanced technique and should be used once your dog has learned a basic vocabulary of commands such as sit, down, off, wait, leave it, and

out. Once your pooch has these commands nailed down, you can use them to stop unwanted behavior in its

tracks. So when your pup starts to jump up, you can tell her, "Sit!" or "Off!" instead. When she's eyeing your

shoe as a chew toy, you can tell her to leave it (or if the shoe is already in her mouth, "Out!").

The wonderful thing about redirection -- and an obedience-trained dog -- is punishment is almost never necessary. You give the redirecting command, the dog

responds, and you praise her.

DOGS CAN LEARN 165 WORDS

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Dog-Grooming

Even if you're too young to remember product slogans like, "Look Sharp, Feel Sharp, Be Sharp," you probably know good personal hygiene keeps you happier and healthier. Heck, if you've ever gone on a weekend camping trip, you'll understand. As nice as it is to get away from it all, there's something even nicer about getting back to a hot shower and shampoo. Well, the same goes for your dog: Clean, well-groomed fur, trimmed nails, clear eyes, and clean teeth keep her feeling more comfortable and looking and -- let's face it -- smelling better. To keep your dog at her best, you'll need to know some basic grooming skills -- and when it's time to see a professional groomer.

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Dog-Proofing Your Home

•A curious dog can get into every kind of danger a baby or toddler can -- and even more sometimes. A dog's sensitive nose can sniff out intriguing -- and potentially dangerous -- off-limits items in hiding places that a two-year-old child would never find.

•Puppies are especially vulnerable because of their natural curiosity, lack of training and experience, small size, and still-developing bodies. Before you bring a puppy -- or a dog, for that matter -- home, look around your house and grounds with an eye for potential dangers: plants, pills, and poisons are the most typical. Make sure they're put away securely -- well out of your dog's reach -- and always put back where they were. A good place to start dog-proofing is with houseplants and yard plants. Many common plants are poisonous to dogs.

•To protect your pooch, you can remove poisonous plants from the premises, move them out of reach (in a hanging basket, for instance), put them behind a dog-proof barrier, or supervise the dog closely when he's around them. Here are some more dog-safety tips.

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Dog-Proofing Your Yard

Fences and GatesWhatever type of fencing you choose,

make sure it's sturdy, with no way for your dog to escape. He shouldn't be able to jump over it, dig under it, or squeeze

through a hole. If your pet is a confirmed digger, you may have to thwart him by

lining the ground beneath the fence with concrete. Some homeowners like the open

fields look and decide to put in one of those underground electronic "invisible" fence systems. If you're thinking of going that route, remember, although this type

of fence might effectively keep your dog in, it won't keep other dogs or intruders out.

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Baggageby Evelyn Colbath

Now that I'm home, bathed, settled and fed,All nicely tucked into my warm new bed,

I would like to open my baggage, Lest I forget

There is so much to carry -So much to forget.

Hmm, Yes, here it is, right on the top -Let's unpack Loneliness, Heartache and Loss,And there by my leash hides Fear & Shame

As I look on these things I have tried so hard to leave-I still have to unpack my baggage called Pain.

I loved them, the others, the ones who left me,But I wasn't good enough - for they didn't want me.

Will you add to my baggage?Will you help me unpack?

Or will you just look at my thingsAnd take me right back?

Do you have the time to help me unpack?To put away my baggage,

To never re-pack?I pray that you do - I'm so tired you see,

But I do come with baggage -Will you still want me?

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