European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - November 07, 1993, Darmstadt, Hesse Be our guest Barking out advice on dog Anna Williamson. S a passionate dog Lover one of the things regularly do is read the pet classifieds in inc stars and stripes. I also serve As a Volunteer pet adviser for my base and through the classifieds and experience i have Learned that there is a need for information to prospective dog owners. This is not to say that All dog owners Aren t satisfied with their Choice. Rather it s a Lack of information that pre vents some from being satisfied dog owners. My experience has led me to the conclusion that opening laugh c 1993. Arrows to i a frs san Woron Usa a few of these Ere from the cub scouts. Might ii Usa can t you Ever forget you re fireman some owners make four common mistakes. Before deciding on the right dog go to the Library and get books on the different Breeds such As the american Kennel club s Complete Book of dogs. Evaluate your personal situation How does my family feel about a particular Breed what kind of a House do live in will this Breed be suitable for my children is the Yard Large enough How much will it Cost to ship it to my next duty assignment once you have settled on favorite Breeds write to prospective Breed clubs for Breed information. These clubs will give you the pros and cons of the Breed. For names and addresses of Breed club secretaries you can write to either your Host country s Kennel club or the acc at 5580 Centerview dr., Raleigh , 27606 phone 919-233-9767after you be narrowed your list try to visit local breeders and or dog shows to see the particular Breed in person. Don t be afraid to ask questions most reputable breeders will be glad to answer them. If you Don t understand the language ask the dog world has a language All its own. After you have settled on the right Breed Contact a Kennel club for a list of reputable breeders. After your veterinarian has Given the Puppy the All Clear enrol it in a Basic obedience class. Basic obedience training is essential if you want a sociable dog. You also have to establish House rules for the children and dog to follow. It s important that Chil Dren arc taught How to treat a dog property. A third mistake made by some dog owners is Breeding without proper planning. By proper plan Ning i mean the histories of the stud dog and Bitch Aren t researched arid suitable Homes for the Pup pies Aren t found before the Breeding. Unless you Are Breeding to improve the Breed or to provide show Stock you should neuter or spay your dog. Everyone including your dog will be happier. Finally particularly among military members dog owners forget about the trip Home until the last min Ute or when it s too late. One of the considerations a prospective dog owner should make is How much it will Cost to take the dog Back. By doing your Homework before you buy pro Viding Basic obedience not Breeding indiscriminately and planning for its move you and your dog will have an enjoyable and fulfilling life together. Tech. Sgt. Anna Williamson it stationed at Raf . England. Send in your column plus photo of yourself to be our guest sunday Magazine the stars and stripes Apo 09211 or Postrach 11 14 37, d-64278 Darmstadt Germany. Contents the Vietnam women s memorial sculpted by Tauta Goodacre will be dedicated on veterans Day. Of left 6. From the cover jetting to the bar. Sidelight the Vietnam women s memorial. Clarence Page on the Denny Case. \v\w\6 Jim �7mtiq 1avrura\l7 my etl jaw Erma Bombeck on moms at Home. 4-5 words & wit a. Dear diary this is Tony Konheiser. m my my the word on George Bush from the right. On Parade ii living single alive on Fox. This week s films. 12-13vmch zeros in on the Beverly military circuit listing. Television listings. 14-17local, Cable and satellite schedules. Home entertainment. 18workout videos Are hot. Voices 21linja Ellerbe on compelling cancer words. Heather Locklear i Deal with Melrose place. Last laugh Dave Barry finding the right direction. 24 25 27 28 sunday is a weekly supplement of the stars and stripes editor buc Kyfor Art dirt Cioa Peter Jaeger production Bernard Jensen Lisa Williams Dawn Hicks editorial assistance Louis Pierce f Page 2 sunday november 7.1993
