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Meet Edie, Fairmont Pittsburgh’s Canine Ambassador

Wed, May 16, 2012,

Edie is a 16-month old white boxer/labrador retriever who began training in the assistant dog program at Circle Tail, Inc. as a puppy. After completing her year of training, Edie’s friendly and outgoing personality was much better suited to the hospitality industry, where she meets new people every day.

In her position as Canine Ambassador at the Fairmont Pittsburgh, Edie accompanies guests on walks throughout the city, greets guests, visits meeting breaks upon request and attends community events. She welcomes guests in the lobby and helps those who miss canine companionship when traveling Read More

Top 10 Most Common Doggie Emergencies

Tue, May 15, 2012,

Every pet owner gets worried about their dog's health - that's par for the course. But how do you know when your dog needs to be rushed to the emergency veterinarian right away, regardless of the time of day or night, and when seeing the vet can wait?

Here are the top 10 most common doggie emergencies in an animal ER. If your dog is exhibiting these symptoms, you should immediately bring him or her into the vet.

1. Your dog has difficulty breathing and is wheezing, chocking, breathing weakly or is in respiratory arrest.< Read More

The Most Popular Breed in Your City

Tue, May 15, 2012,

Ever wonder why you might see so many of one type of dog in your city? Well, the numbers are in and here are the most popular dog breeds in eight major American cities:

Atlanta - Labrador Retriever Chicago - German Shepard St. Louis - Labrador Retriever Honolulu - Chihuahua Los Angeles - Bulldog Miami - German Shepard New York City - Yorkshire Terrier Seattle - Labrador Retriever

According to the American Kennel Club, the most popular breed in America is the Labrador Retriever, with the German Shepard claiming the number two spot. (Results taken Read More

Meet Billy

Mon, May 14, 2012,

Billy the Bassett is a 12 year old hound who lives with his owner John S. in New York City. Billy's favourite past time is sleeping on the sunny steps of John's apartment and watching the people go by. His favourite treat is anything with peanut butter.

John was given Billy when he was 6 years old and Billy's own could no longer take care of him. At first John wasn't sure about having a dog in the city, but with a walk around the neighbourhood every day, Billy adjusted just fine. Now, he knows Read More

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