{"id":1856,"date":"2010-04-22T09:42:18","date_gmt":"2010-04-22T15:42:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.8statekate.net\/wordpress\/?page_id=1856"},"modified":"2014-10-10T20:17:15","modified_gmt":"2014-10-11T02:17:15","slug":"links-from-the-not-without-my-dog-book","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.8statekate.net\/wordpress\/?page_id=1856","title":{"rendered":"Links from the &#8220;Not Without My Dog&#8221; Book"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Live Lin<\/strong><strong>ks from <\/strong><strong>the <em>Not Without My Dog<\/em> Resource &amp; Record Book<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">by Jenny Pavlovic<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">(copyright 2010)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>&#8220;Jenny Pavlovic combines heartfelt, uplifting Katrina experience with her passion for helping dogs in this important new book. <strong>Not Without My Dog <\/strong>provides owners with a customized portable and personal resource filled with empowering, life-saving information. <\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>The URLs alone are priceless!<\/em><\/strong>&#8220;<strong> <\/strong><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>&#8212; Amy D. Shojai, CABC and author of 23 pet care books including <strong>The First-Aid Companion for Dogs &amp; Cats <\/strong>and <strong>PETiQuette: Solving behavior problems in your multipet household<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.8statekate.net\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/04\/NWMD_3D_MU_noBkgd.png\" data-rel=\"lightbox-image-0\" data-rl_title=\"\" data-rl_caption=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1939  aligncenter\" title=\"\" alt=\"\" src=\"http:\/\/www.8statekate.net\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/04\/NWMD_3D_MU_noBkgd-195x300.png\" width=\"123\" height=\"195\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Here are the live links from the <strong><em>Not Without My Dog<\/em> Resource &amp; Record\u00a0Book<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">(in order of appearance):<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">(Click on the link to go to that page. Click on the back arrow or back button to return to this page)<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>8 State Kate Press: <a href=\"http:\/\/8statekate.net\/\"><strong>http:\/\/8StateKate.net<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Rebecca Lynch, KPA CTP: <a href=\"http:\/\/k9clicking.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/k9Clicking.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Noah\u2019s Wish: <a href=\"http:\/\/noahswish.info\/\"><strong>http:\/\/NoahsWish.info<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Humane Society of Louisiana:<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/humanela.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/humanela.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Shutterfly: <a href=\"http:\/\/shutterfly.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/Shutterfly.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Getting a Dog<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Finding a Good Dog Breeder: <a href=\"http:\/\/dogtime.com\/finding-a-good-breeder.html\"><strong>http:\/\/dogtime.com\/finding-a-good-breeder.html<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Learn more about puppy mills:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/animalfolksmn.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/AnimalFolksmn.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/aspca.org\/fight-animal-cruelty\/puppy-mills\"><strong>http:\/\/aspca.org\/fight-animal-cruelty\/puppy-mills<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/mainlinerescue.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/mainlinerescue.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/mainlinerescue.org\/puppy-mills\/puppys_parents\"><strong>http:\/\/mainlinerescue.org\/puppy-mills\/puppys_parents<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Choosing a Veterinarian<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): <a href=\"http:\/\/avma.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/avma.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (AHVMA): <a href=\"http:\/\/ahvma.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/ahvma.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>AHVMA Member Referral Search: <a href=\"http:\/\/holisticvetlist.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/holisticvetlist.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA): <a href=\"http:\/\/animalchiropractic.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/animalchiropractic.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy (AVH): <a href=\"http:\/\/theavh.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/theavh.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS): <a href=\"http:\/\/ivas.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/ivas.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Institute:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/animalacupressure.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/animalacupressure.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Records Section<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about how to prevent inappropriate biting at <a href=\"http:\/\/doggonesafe.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/doggonesafe.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about finding a good dog trainer at <a href=\"http:\/\/apdt.com\/petowners\/choose\/default.aspx\"><strong>http:\/\/apdt.com\/petowners\/choose\/default.aspx<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t assume you can learn to train your dog just from watching TV: <a href=\"http:\/\/apdt.com\/petowners\/choose\/tvtrain.aspx\"><strong>http:\/\/apdt.com\/petowners\/choose\/tvtrain.aspx<\/strong><\/a><strong>)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Find more information on \u201cNothing in Life is Free\u201d (NILIF) practices at <a href=\"http:\/\/k9deb.com\/nilif.htm\"><strong>http:\/\/k9deb.com\/nilif.htm<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn how to prepare your dog for the arrival of a new baby and learn more about understanding dog body language and dog bite prevention at <a href=\"http:\/\/doggonesafe.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/doggonesafe.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Find helpful information about clicker training at <a href=\"http:\/\/clickertraining.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/clickertraining.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>To use your new clicker training skills, look up \u201c101 Things to Do with a Box\u201d at <a href=\"http:\/\/clickertraining.com\/node\/167\"><strong>http:\/\/clickertraining.com\/node\/167<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about Tellington Touch (TTouch) methods at <a href=\"http:\/\/tellingtontouch.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/TellingtonTouch.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about dog food and find the right food for your dog at <a href=\"http:\/\/dogfoodanalysis.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/dogfoodanalysis.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about itching and skin problems at <a href=\"http:\/\/aspca.org\/pet-care\/dog-care\/dog-care-allergies.html\"><strong>http:\/\/aspca.org\/pet-care\/dog-care\/dog-care-allergies.html<\/strong><\/a> \u00a0and <a href=\"http:\/\/herbsmithinc.com\/dogclearallergies.asp\"><strong>http:\/\/herbsmithinc.com\/dogclearallergies.asp<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Search for dogs in need of homes at <a href=\"http:\/\/petfinder.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/Petfinder.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Ways that you can help rescued animals:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Look online for a transport group in your area, such as the Midwest Rapid Transit group at <a href=\"http:\/\/pets.groups.yahoo.com\/group\/MidwestRapidTransit\"><strong>http:\/\/pets.groups.yahoo.com\/group\/MidwestRapidTransit<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Click daily for free food donations to shelters at <a href=\"http:\/\/theanimalrescuesite.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/theanimalrescuesite.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Find more ideas and information on \u201cHelping to Rescue\u201d at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.8statekate.net\/wordpress\/?page_id=8\"><strong>http:\/\/www.8statekate.net\/wordpress\/?page_id=8<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Dogs with arthritis may benefit from a supplement like Cosequin <a href=\"http:\/\/nutramaxpet.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/nutramaxpet.com<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>or Dog-Gone Pain <a href=\"http:\/\/doggonepain.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/doggonepain.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn about Reiki at <a href=\"http:\/\/reikifurbabies.com\"><strong>http:\/\/reikifurbabies.com<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>and <a href=\"http:\/\/shelteranimalreikiassociation.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/shelteranimalreikiassociation.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Mask loud noises with a white noise machine (i.e. from <a href=\"http:\/\/sleepwellbaby.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/sleepwellbaby.com<\/strong><\/a>)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Separation anxiety:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>I\u2019ll Be Home Soon!: How to Prevent and Treat Separation Anxiety<\/em>, by Patricia McConnell <a href=\"http:\/\/patriciamcconnell.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/PatriciaMcConnell.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Find more helpful tips at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aspcabehavior.org\/articles\/40\/Separation-Anxiety.aspx\"><strong>http:\/\/www.aspcabehavior.org\/articles\/40\/Separation-Anxiety.aspx<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Your dog may benefit from Rescue Remedy for Pets <a href=\"http:\/\/rescueremedy.com\/pets\"><strong>http:\/\/rescueremedy.com\/pets<\/strong><\/a>, other plant and flower essences like Calm Shen from Herbsmith, Inc. <a href=\"http:\/\/herbsmithinc.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/herbsmithinc.com<\/strong><\/a>, or synthetic pheromones such as Comfort Zone <a href=\"http:\/\/petcomfortzone.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/petcomfortzone.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you must leave your dog home alone all day, consider hiring a dog sitter to visit and let her out while you&#8217;re gone. Learn more at <a href=\"http:\/\/petsitters.org\"><strong>http:\/\/petsitters.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about what to look for in a <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">dog day care<\/span> at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/canismajor.com\/dog.daycare.html\"><strong>http:\/\/canismajor.com\/dog.daycare.html<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>On occasions like the 4<sup>th<\/sup> of July when you know your dog will be upset by loud noises, keep her safe inside, away from the commotion. Rescue Remedy for Pets <a href=\"http:\/\/rescueremedy.com\/pets\"><strong>http:\/\/rescueremedy.com\/pets<\/strong><\/a>, Calm Shen from Herbsmith, Inc. <a href=\"http:\/\/herbsmithinc.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/herbsmithinc.com<\/strong><\/a>, or Comfort Zone <a href=\"http:\/\/petcomfortzone.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/petcomfortzone.com<\/strong><\/a> may help calm your dog.<\/p>\n<p>Learn how to give <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">calming signals<\/span> to your dog by reading Turid Rugaas\u2019 book <em>On Talking Terms with Dogs: Calming Signals<\/em> or exploring her website <a href=\"http:\/\/turidrugaas.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/TuridRugaas.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn more about finding help with <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">dog behavior problems<\/span> at <a href=\"http:\/\/iaabc.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/iaabc.org<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aspcabehavior.org\/articles\/32\/Finding-Professional-Help.aspx\"><strong>http:\/\/www.aspcabehavior.org\/articles\/32\/Finding-Professional-Help.aspx<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn about <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">animal communication<\/span> and find a consultant at <a href=\"http:\/\/animaltalk.net\/consultlist.htm\"><strong>http:\/\/animaltalk.net\/consultlist.htm<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Frankie the Walk \u2018N Roll Dog gives us positive messages about <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">dogs and people with different abilities<\/span>. Find resources for disabled dogs and learn more about Frankie\u2019s true storybooks at <a href=\"http:\/\/joyfulpaws.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/JoyfulPaws.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Helpful information for <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">dogs with cancer<\/span> is provided by The Morris Animal Foundation <a href=\"http:\/\/curecaninecancer.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/curecaninecancer.org<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and The Pet Cancer Foundation <a href=\"http:\/\/petcancerfoundation.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/Petcancerfoundation.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Learn about food, house and garden items that are dangerous for your dog at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/poison-control\"><strong>http:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/poison-control<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Please do not keep your dog tied outside. A tethered dog is trapped and vulnerable and may develop defensive and dangerous territorial habits. Many states have laws prohibiting you from keeping your dog tethered outside. Learn more at <a href=\"http:\/\/dogsdeservebetter.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/dogsdeservebetter.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Laws that, when effectively enforced, have the best chance to make our communities safer include those that prohibit tethering and animal fighting and support licensing, leashing, spaying and neutering and require all owners to control their dogs, regardless of breed. Learn more at: <a href=\"http:\/\/aspca.org\/fight-animal-cruelty\/dog-fighting\/breed-specific-legislation.html\"><strong>http:\/\/aspca.org\/fight-animal-cruelty\/dog-fighting\/breed-specific-legislation.html<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Preparing for and grieving the loss of a companion animal:<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Spirits in Transition<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/spiritsintransition.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/SpiritsinTransition.org<\/strong><\/a> believes that supporting a dying animal is an art that can be learned. They help people understand the dying process and provide the best possible care for their animal friends throughout their passing.<\/p>\n<p>Sid Korpi addresses issues surrounding the loss of an animal companion in her book <em>Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss <\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/goodgriefpetloss.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/goodgriefpetloss.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Other helpful books on this topic include: <em>Saying Goodbye To Your Angel Animals: Finding Comfort After Losing Your Pet<\/em> by Allen and Linda Anderson <a href=\"http:\/\/angelanimals.net\/\"><strong>http:\/\/angelanimals.net<\/strong><\/a> and <em>Blessing the Bridge<\/em> by Rita M. Reynolds <a href=\"http:\/\/blessingthebridge.net\/\"><strong>http:\/\/blessingthebridge.net<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources Section<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This section includes information provided by <strong>Noah\u2019s Wish<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/noahswish.info\/\"><strong>http:\/\/NoahsWish.info<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">What You Can Do Now to Prevent Your Dog from Getting Lost <\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">and to Help You Find a Lost Dog<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Amber Alert for Pets:<\/strong> I recently learned of an online \u201camber alert\u201d network for lost pets. I don\u2019t have direct experience with this network, but you can find more information at <a href=\"http:\/\/findtoto.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/FindToto.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>Missing Pet Partnership<\/strong> is a good resource for people who are searching for their lost dog, with helpful pet recovery and \u201clost dog\u201d poster information on their website <a href=\"http:\/\/missingpetpartnership.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/missingpetpartnership.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>What a Microchip Is and<\/strong> <strong>How to Use One<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Microchip Basics:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You may register your dog\u2019s microchip information in a central directory: <a href=\"http:\/\/petlink.net\/\"><strong>http:\/\/petlink.net<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Microchip Frequency and Universal Scanners<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The American Animal Hospital Association&#8217;s Universal Pet Microchip Lookup Tool <a href=\"http:\/\/petmicrochiplookup.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/petmicrochiplookup.org<\/strong><\/a> provides a listing of the microchip manufacturer and indicates whether the chip information is found in one of its participating registries. Chloe Standard&#8217;s database <a href=\"http:\/\/checkthechip.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/checkthechip.com<\/strong><\/a> displays the microchip manufacturer and contact information. However, <strong>not all microchip companies are included in these two databases<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Disaster Preparedness<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Contact your area Community Emergency Response Team <a href=\"http:\/\/www.citizencorps.gov\/cert\"><strong>http:\/\/www.citizencorps.gov\/cert<\/strong><\/a> to find out about hazards that may threaten your community.<\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Dog Disaster Supply Kit Checklist<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Harnesses and martingale collars may be purchased at <a href=\"http:\/\/petwearusa.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/Petwearusa.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Help for Animals in a Disaster Situation<\/span><\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>More info at <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.noahswish.info\/DisasterInformation\/\">http:\/\/www.noahswish.org\/programs\/<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Disaster Preparedness Resources<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Basic Animal Rescue Training (BART): <a href=\"http:\/\/basicanimalrescuetraining.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/BasicAnimalRescueTraining.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Community Emergency Response Team (CERT): <a href=\"http:\/\/citizencorps.gov\/cert\"><strong>http:\/\/citizencorps.gov\/cert<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Emergency Animal Rescue Service (EARS, of United Animal Nations): <a href=\"http:\/\/uan.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/UAN.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>MuttShack Animal Rescue Foundation: <a href=\"http:\/\/muttshack.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/MuttShack.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS): <a href=\"http:\/\/petsitters.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/PetSitters.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>NAPPS provides a free downloadable quick reference for emergency planning at <a href=\"http:\/\/petsitters.org\/docs\/DisPrepFlier.pdf\"><strong>http:\/\/petsitters.org\/docs\/DisPrepFlier.pdf<\/strong><\/a> and the free, downloadable \u201cEmergency Planning Guide for Pet Owners\u201d at <a href=\"http:\/\/petsitters.org\/cfincludes\/MemberCenter\/pdfs\/DPPetOwner.pdf\"><strong>http:\/\/petsitters.org\/cfincludes\/MemberCenter\/pdfs\/DPPetOwner.pdf<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Petfinder Animal Emergency Response Network: <a href=\"http:\/\/disaster.petfinder.com\/emergency\/\"><strong>http:\/\/disaster.petfinder.com\/emergency\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources for Activities to Enjoy with Your Dog<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">(Details provided in <strong>the <em>Not Without My Dog<\/em> Resource &amp; Record Book<\/strong>)<\/p>\n<p>American Kennel Club (AKC): <a href=\"http:\/\/www.akc.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/www.akc.org\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>American Mixed Breed Obedience Registration (AMBOR):<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/ambor.us\/\"><strong>http:\/\/ambor.us<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA):<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/asca.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/asca.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>All purebred dogs and mixed breed dogs are eligible to compete in performance events.<\/p>\n<p>Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ckc.ca\/\"><strong>http:\/\/www.ckc.ca<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also for Canadians:<\/strong> Canada\u2019s Guide to Dogs <a href=\"http:\/\/canadasguidetodogs.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/canadasguidetodogs.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>United Kennel Club (UKC): <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ukcdogs.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/www.ukcdogs.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>For kids:<\/strong> Many of the above organizations have special juniors programs. Your local <strong>4-H<\/strong> club may have also programs with dogs <a href=\"http:\/\/4-h.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/4-h.org\/<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026..<\/p>\n<p>The following organizations focus mainly on one activity. Some of these activities are also offered by the organizations listed above.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Agility:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>General Information <a href=\"http:\/\/affordableagility.com\/learning\/the-organizations.htm\"><strong>http:\/\/affordableagility.com\/learning\/the-organizations.htm<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Canine Performance Events, Inc. (CPE)<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/k9cpe.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/k9cpe.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>North American Dog Agility Council (NADAC) <a href=\"http:\/\/nadac.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/nadac.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>United States Dog Agility Association (USDAA) <a href=\"http:\/\/usdaa.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/usdaa.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Carting, Draft Work:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Good general information at <a href=\"http:\/\/dogworks.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/dogworks.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Check with your local breed club (i.e. Newfoundland, Bernese, etc.)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dancing with Your Dog:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Canine Freestyle Federation, Inc. <a href=\"http:\/\/canine-freestyle.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/canine-freestyle.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Musical Dog Sport Association <a href=\"http:\/\/musicaldogsport.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/musicaldogsport.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>World Canine Freestyle Organization <a href=\"http:\/\/worldcaninefreestyle.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/worldcaninefreestyle.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Disc Dogs:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>General information at <a href=\"http:\/\/discdoggin.com\/OrgLinks.html\"><strong>http:\/\/discdoggin.com\/OrgLinks.html<\/strong><\/a> \u00a0<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Search online for a local club in your area.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dock Dogs:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/dockdogs.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/dockdogs.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Earthdogs:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/earthdog.net\/forum\"><strong>http:\/\/earthdog.net\/forum<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Herding:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All Breed North American Stockdog Clubs: <a href=\"http:\/\/stockdog.com\/clubs\/usorg.htm\"><strong>http:\/\/stockdog.com\/clubs\/usorg.htm<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>AHBA:<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/ahba-herding.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/ahba-herding.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hunting\/ Field Trials:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Amateur Field Trial Clubs of America: <a href=\"http:\/\/aftca.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/aftca.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Bird Dog Foundation, Inc.<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/birddogfoundation.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/birddogfoundation.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/fielddog.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/fielddog.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/fieldtrialnews.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/fieldtrialnews.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Search and Rescue (SAR):<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>American Rescue Dog Association (ARDA): <a href=\"http:\/\/ardainc.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/ardainc.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR): <a href=\"http:\/\/nasar.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/nasar.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>National Disaster Search Dog Foundation: <a href=\"http:\/\/searchdogfoundation.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/searchdogfoundation.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Search and Rescue Dogs of the United States (SARDUS): <a href=\"http:\/\/sardogsus.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/sardogsus.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Skijoring:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/skijornow.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/skijornow.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Therapy Dogs:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Delta Society Pet Partners: <a href=\"http:\/\/deltasociety.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/deltasociety.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Love on a Leash: <a href=\"http:\/\/loveonaleash.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/loveonaleash.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Therapy Dogs International (TDI): <a href=\"http:\/\/tdi-dog.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/tdi-dog.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Therapy Dogs, Inc.: <a href=\"http:\/\/therapydogs.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/therapydogs.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Resources for Older Dogs and Dogs with Different Abilities <\/span><\/strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">(\u2018Handicapped\u2019 Dogs)<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Older Dogs:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Grey Muzzle Organization:<\/strong> Helping homeless senior dogs <a href=\"http:\/\/greymuzzle.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/greymuzzle.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Old Dog Paws:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/olddogpaws.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/olddogpaws.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Old Dogs:<\/strong> Taking care of older dogs<strong> <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/informativeguide.com\/agingdogs\"><strong>http:\/\/informativeguide.com\/agingdogs<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sanctuary for Senior Dogs: <a href=\"http:\/\/sanctuaryforseniordogs.org\/\">http:\/\/sanctuaryforseniordogs.org<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Senior Dog Project:<\/strong> Looking out for older dogs <a href=\"http:\/\/srdogs.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/srdogs.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Top Dog Foundation:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/topdogfoundation.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/topdogfoundation.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Dogs with Different Abilities:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Blind Dogs:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/blinddogs.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/blinddogs.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Deaf Dog Education Action Fund:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/deafdogs.org\/\"><strong>http:\/\/deafdogs.org<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Deaf Dog Owners:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/catatonic.freeservers.com\/penny\/deafdogs.html\"><strong>http:\/\/catatonic.freeservers.com\/penny\/deafdogs.html<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Deaf Dogs Atlas:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/deafdogsatlas.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/deafdogsatlas.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dodger\u2019s List:<\/strong> Disc disease support and education <a href=\"http:\/\/dodgerslist.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/dodgerslist.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Eddie\u2019s Wheels: <\/strong>Help for handicapped pets <a href=\"http:\/\/eddieswheels.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/eddieswheels.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Handicapped Pets: <a href=\"http:\/\/handicappedpets.com\/\">http:\/\/handicappedpets.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Pets with Disabilities: <a href=\"http:\/\/petswithdisabilities.org\/\">http:\/\/petswithdisabilities.org<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Rolling Dog Ranch Animal Sanctuary:<\/strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/rollingdogranch.com\/\"><strong>http:\/\/rollingdogranch.com<\/strong><\/a> <strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tripawds: <\/strong><strong>Resource center for 3-legged tripod dogs <a href=\"http:\/\/tripawds.com\/\">http:\/\/tripawds.com<\/a><\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Live Links from the Not Without My Dog Resource &amp; Record Book by Jenny Pavlovic (copyright 2010) &#8220;Jenny Pavlovic combines heartfelt, uplifting Katrina experience with her passion for 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