Sentences with phrase «increasing number dogs»

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That number increases to 50.8 percent when we examine «dogs of at least 3 points, 51.8 percent when we examine «dogs of at least 7 points and 53.4 percent when we examine «dogs of at least 10 points.
Responding to another resident's question about whether the dog park would increase the number of coyotes — estimated at six — frequenting the area in the morning, Connolly said, «My guess is the coyotes won't want to be near there.»
The numbers of strays dealt with by Local Authorities has increased by a staggering 11 % in the last year, with over 9000 dogs being euthanised as result.
The total number of stray dogs in Wales increased from 9,482 in 2011 to 10,230 in 2012, equating to a staggering 28 dogs being picked up each day by Local Authorities in the country.
«With the Government unwilling to include a ban on the use of stray cats and dogs in the update of the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act, the worry is that the number of experiments using animals may increase further in future years.»
Dogs Trust is also concerned about the large numbers of Bull breeds that are being abandoned following increasing publicity associating them with dog attacks, crime and antisocial behaviour.
Tomorrow's Commons debate on whether to increase the number of dogs allowed to flush out a fox — a relatively technical legal change which would win no press attention at all if it were a normal bit of legislation - is being accompanied by protests outside parliament, frenzied behind - closed - door talks and acres of press coverage.
Year's First Rabies Clinic Slated for Forestport Health Department Increases Number of Clinics for 2012 The Oneida County Health Department has scheduled the first of thirteen planned rabies immunization clinics to be held in 2012 for Wednesday, January 18th at the Back to Basics Dog Obedience Training Facility located at 11954 State Route 28 in Forestport from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Precisely as we humans, every dog is likely to carry genetic predisposition for some inherited disorder, so we expect these numbers to grow as the numbers of tested disease variants, breeds, and dogs further increase, confirms Dr. Donner.
«With the number of dogs increasing and more contact between wildlife and dogs there is a risk of repetition,» says Sarah Cleaveland, a veterinary researcher at the Institute of Zoology in London.
«Increase in the number of dog attacks on guide dogs in the UK.»
Most importantly, she is inspired every day by her husband, Steven, her two boys, Dylan and Deven, and her family's ever - increasing number of animals, including their dog Mate and their pig Ender.
But as the teams spread out across the Klondike, mushers whittle numbers down to an average of six dogs in order to increase speed on the open, fast tundra.
And from teacher union watch dog Mike Antonucci, we learn that in Ohio from 2000 - 2008 the number of teachers increased by over 17 % while the student population shrank by almost 7 %.
There are a countless number of ways to increase your income; here are just a few: — Start a blog — Join affiliate networking sites — Sell unused items — Train pets — Walk dogs — Mow loans — House sit — Become an Uber or Lyft driver — Babysit
Between 2006 and 2011, for example, veterinary visits for dogs increased 9.2 % while the number of veterinary visits for cats decreased by 4.4 %.
While it's true that dog agility originated as a timed competitive sport where dogs and handlers navigated an obstacle course that required well - trained canine competitors to jump, sprint and weave, an increasing number of paw - rents are participating in the sport as a recreational activity.
In recent months, the numbers of abandonment and re-selling of these majestic dogs have increased drastically.
While an increasing number of paw - rents understand the health benefits of sterilising their furkids, there are still some who let their dogs reproduce.
We linked those staggering numbers with a 2014 study we discovered in Applied Animal Behavior Science showing that the likelihood of a shelter dog being adopted increased significantly when they were observed playing.
In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of assistance dogs.
Since China does not have laws against animal cruelty, it is heartening to know that increasing numbers of activists are standing up for animals, especially dogs.
A study conducted by research group Packaged Facts shows that form 2003 to 2007, the number of cats, dogs and exotic animals insured in the United States increased 56 percent.
With ad campaigns and other encouragements, we can, perhaps, increase the number of cats and dogs entering and leaving through the revolving door of our local animal shelters, but spay / neuter programs, not adoption, prevent the overwhelming number of excess pets from needing homes, entering shelters or becoming victims, no matter where on the timeline they are counted.
Collars increase the chances of a dog being helped because would - be rescuers expect to find information (phone number (s), rabies tags, etc.) leading to the owners.
Because of the increased number of animals, each of the 14 dog runs have been divided in half, leaving every dog with just 3» x8» to eat, sleep and urinate / defecate.
Researchers speculate that the increase of heartworm positive cases in Canada is due to dogs coming up from the US to be adopted here in Canada, these dogs specifically after hurricane Katrina helped to increase the numbers in Canada significantly.
Our pets truly depend on us, and an increasing number of people have discovered that they depend on their dogs, cats, and other animals for help, too!
Some homeowner's insurance companies are encouraging CGC testing, and an increasing number of apartments and condos require that resident dogs pass the CGC test.
Our Goals: By helping to increase the knowledge base of new dog owners, it is our hope to help alleviate the number of misunderstood dogs ending up in rescue centers or animal shelters.
Because we have increased the number of heartworm positive dogs we take in (a cost of $ 400 - $ 800 per heartworm treatment) that number is now even higher.
Figures from the Kennel Club reveal «handbag dog» breeds have increased sixfold and the number of Chihuahuas have tripled since 2001.
More responsible breeding practices and an increased interest in keeping dogs indoors has led to a decrease in the number of «surplus» dogs available.
There are increasing numbers of hotels and motels and vacation places that will allow dogs and even offer special «pet packages» for your pooch.
Our dog's health is our responsibility and there is an alarming increase in the number of dogs that are now overweight or obese.
Caroline Kisko, Kennel Club Communications Director, said: «The publicity surrounding the Obama family's new dog means that we have experienced a huge increase in the number of enquiries about the breed.
Unexpected dog costs Unexpected health emergencies are the number one thing that can dramatically increase ownership costs in any given year, but taking your dog to a veterinarian for regular exams can help prevent some of these emergencies.
«With the economic downturn that began in 2008,» Katz continued, «the number of dogs coming into the [SF / ACC] shelter increased dramatically.
In addition, the number of physical features of the dog that participants reported using for emotional interpretations increased with experience, and in particular, more - experienced respondents were more likely to attend to the ears.
«We're seeing an increasing number of dogs being affected by this virus,» said Dr. Cynda Crawford, clinical assistant professor in shelter medicine at the University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine.
Other jurisdictions, like Toronto and Ireland, have found a similar trend — an increase in the overall number of dog bites after the implementation of breed - specific legislation.
There is also increasing numbers of stray and street dogs coming into the UK from European countries like Spain, Romania and other countries where they lead terrible lives and in some cases are killed in their hundreds.
We are already stretched thin this month... and with the increased number of dogs from the hurricanes, the never ending stream of kittens being brought to us daily, and the unexpected litter of puppies dumped in the trash, we need your help more than ever.
Perhaps the overall number of dogs has increased; perhaps more people are reporting dog bites.
They try to solve this problem by encouraging or requiring people to spay or neuter their pets (to reduce the number of cats and dogs who need homes), 57 encouraging people to adopt animals from shelters rather than purchasing them from pet stores or breeders (to increase the number of people looking to provide homes to animals in shelters), 58 and donating money to shelters and foster programs that care for cats and dogs waiting to be adopted (so they can house animals for longer).59 Collectively, these solutions have greatly reduced the number of cats and dogs euthanized in shelters.60 The problem is well understood, although making further progress in solving it may be expensive in areas where all these solutions have already been implemented.
Demodes mites live in small numbers on your dog and only cause trouble when their numbers increase.
Blackwell said bully breed dogs, such as pit bulls, are winding up at the shelter in increasing numbers.
While the Pit Bull is often overlooked as a Service Dog option an increasing number of people are learning the value of such a choice and are coming to understand that not only can the breed excel at such work it in many cases can out perform other more common breed choices.
Releashed Rescue has seen a 300 % increase in the numbers of huskies needing rescue and most of these dogs were purchased as puppies, never given proper socialization and now need extensive rehabilitation to rehome.
The Mayor's Alliance has received a first year grant of $ 898,800 to increase adoptions by 2,800 over the previous year's baseline and to decrease the number of dogs and cats euthanized in New York City shelters by 2,800.
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