The English Toy Spaniel is the quintessential lap dog. Loyal and loving, they always want to be with their owners. Here are some interesting facts about this cuddly breed: 1. They Are Believed to Have Come From Japan Although no one is sure exactly where the English Toy Spaniel originated, experts agree the breed likely […]

Learning how to be safe around dogs is important for everyone, especially children, whether or not they have a dog at home. In order to make interactions between kids and dogs pleasant for all parties, we recommend teaching children how to approach a dog, what to do when they see a loose dog, and the proper way […]

Dog people and cat people have an age-old debate about which animal makes a better pet. Dog owners brag about canine intelligence, and cat lovers reply that cats are as just smart as dogs, they simply can't be bothered to obey. Well, new research published in the journal Frontiers in Neuroanatomy seems to support the […]

Kim Berkley and her Border Collies "Zayne" and "Zuko" are household names in obedience. But Berkley actually got her start in horse dressage.

Ah, it's the debate that never ends—dogs vs. cats. You probably already have a preference but take this quiz to see where you stand. You might be surprised.  Which movie do you like the most?A. Toy StoryB. Gone With the WindC. I’m not home enough to watch movies. Friday night is best spent:A. Out with a group of friends.B. […]

"What she lacks in size, she makes up in spirit!" Meet Winnie the six-year-old Yorkshire Terrier. She may be a small dog, but she makes a big difference in the lives of children. Winnie is a registered therapy dog and volunteer at Brenner Children's Hospital. We sat down with Winnie's owner, Casaundra, and talked to […]

Huskies have an amazing range of vocalizations, as any Husky owner knows. They howl, yelp, whine, and scream. But can Huskies talk?

Adding a new pet to your family can be a balancing act, and if you already have a senior dog, the challenges can be even more significant. Older dogs can be set in their ways and less tolerant of the antics of a new dog or cat entering their household. Here are some tips to […]

THE FOLLOWING DOGS HAVE EARNED VCD TITLES ON THE DATES LISTED BELOW: Versatile Companion Dog 1 (VCD1) 1/10/2010. GCH CH Gebeba Clancy Poetic Justice VCD1 RAE OA AXJ, PBGV Owned by: Megan Esherick/David Esherick/Betty Barth/George Barth of LEESPORT, PA. 1/16/2010. CH Sunbreak's Rainman Of Hapines VCD1 RN MX MXJ NF, SPAN-ENGCKR Owned by: Cathy Dutra of NEWARK, […]

[accordion] [accordion_panel title="Sequence in Soaring Soren for Grades K-1"] Sequence in Soaring Soren : Grades K-1 Learning Objectives Students will be able to sequence events in a fiction story. Grade Levels K-1 Common Core Standard CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.K.2* With prompting and support, retell familiar stories, including key details. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.1.2 Retell stories, including key details, and demonstrate understanding of their […]