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		<title>Which Green Tea Extract Diet Pill is most beneficial?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 22:00:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>ShirelyRoselyn836</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[To get rid of numerous confusion about green tea, to answer several questions or concerns about green tea, and to provide quality green tea at affordable prices, my wife and I have started a humble online green tea store that is dedicated to customer service and greatest. If you are looking to purchase green tea [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>To get rid of numerous confusion about green tea, to answer several questions or concerns about green tea, and to provide quality green tea at affordable prices, my wife and I have started a humble online green tea store that is dedicated to customer service and greatest. If you are looking to purchase green tea or have some green tea questions, please visit our online green tea store and / or send us an email with several green tea questions.</p>
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<p>If you have intended to taste or to drink a Best Green Tea,you must know what kind of work this green tea could better aid you to to do. Endeavour to buy this by big bags because I do not want you miss this product. Do you Know why the people are saying that this product is a weight loss tea, because the green tea has effectiveness you can discover this product in some grocery store and on the Internet&#8230;&#8230;..</p>
<p>The other came in a little box from a Chinese supermarket in Nottingham. Gunpowder tea its called and it the leaves seem to be all curled up. Not sure why. The tea appears darker and &#8216;dirtier&#8217; too with more bits.</p>
<p> But don&#8217;t let this put you off as it tastes fantastic. In large doses it takes on a smoky taste which leads me to believe it may well be lightly smoked green tea.</p>
<p>The best green tea and/or healthiest green tea you can buy is always made of the first two leaves and a bud from the tea plant. However, the greatest of an estate&#8217;s green tea crop varies from year to year. </p>
<p>Normally, the Japan or the China recognize as The best countries  that you can better determine this Best Green Tea. This product has a best quality Then, that is really important to purchase this product if you are suffering from overweight. This Green Tea could better facilitate you to eliminate the cholesterol LDL and find The colesterol HDL&#8230;..</p>
<p>The highest quality green tea is also picked in the early spring, March / April , when the sun is not So hot. Typically you will want to get your hands on the first flush and second flush of the year. The leaves are young and tender and not &#8220;roasted&#8221; by the hot summer sun.</p>
<p>Green tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant which is native to Asia. The part of the plant utilized for making tea is found in the uppermost shoots. This is where the young, tender new leaves and buds are formed. The top two leaves and the bud are prized both for their fullness of flavor and their ability to be twisted or rolled into a variety of shapes.</p>
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		<title>Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show cuts ties with sponsor who was promoting dog adoption awareness</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:20:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Simon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show recently announced that it had parted ways with its longtime sponsor, Pedigree. The reason? Pedigree’s dog adoption ads were too sad and didn&#8217;t focus enough on purebred dogs. Known as “America’s Dog Show,” The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is based in NYC, and is currently holdings its 136th annual event, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org" target="_blank">The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show</a> recently announced that it had parted ways with its longtime sponsor, Pedigree. The reason?</p>
<p><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/11/nyregion/westminster-dog-show-parts-ways-with-pedigree-a-longtime-sponsor.html?_r=1" target="_blank">Pedigree’s dog adoption ads were too sad</a> and didn&#8217;t focus enough on purebred dogs.</p>
<p>Known as “America’s Dog Show,” The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is based in NYC, and is currently holdings its 136<sup>th</sup> annual event, dedicated to the celebration of purebred dogs.</p>
<p>This year, Pedigree developed a series of ads that contrasted the healthy, happy dogs of the show with images of dogs that remained neglected and ignored, trying to raise awareness about homeless animals or those living in abusive situations. The WKC Dog Show wanted to focus more on the beautiful side of dogs, rather than some of the harsher realities they face.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/1475/westminster-kennel-club-dog-show-cuts-ties-with-sponsor-who-was-promoting-dog-adoption-awareness/adopt-pets01-2/" rel="attachment wp-att-1477"><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-1477" title="adopt-pets01" src="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/adopt-pets01.jpg" alt="" width="250" height="221" /></a></p>
<p>The WKC Dog Show certainly has the right to choose who sponsors the program and their advertising campaign—but is it right to always focus only on the bright side of the doggy life? If people don&#8217;t know what some dogs are experiencing, will they be as motivated to adopt and provide loving homes?</p>
<p>What’s your take? Is the WKC Dog Show wrong to disassociate itself with dog adoption efforts? Do adoptions ads focus too much on the negative, or are they at least admitting the painful truth about the ongoing plight of dogs in our country?</p>
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		<title>Valentine’s Day goes to the dogs – How will you express your love?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:14:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gruffy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Only a week left until Valentine&#8217;s Day! Such a wonderful holiday you humans get to celebrate, with chocolates and flowers, the romantic dinners, the cuddling&#8230; Now, if any creature was ever made for cuddling, it&#8217;s dogs, wouldn&#8217;t you agree? And, after all, your pups bring a lot of love into your life, don&#8217;t they? So [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Only a week left until Valentine&#8217;s Day! Such a wonderful holiday you humans get to celebrate, with chocolates and flowers, the romantic dinners, the cuddling&#8230;</p>
<p>Now, if any creature was ever made for cuddling, it&#8217;s dogs, wouldn&#8217;t you agree? And, after all, your pups bring a lot of love into your life, don&#8217;t they? So why not include them in Valentine&#8217;s Day 2012. Traditional gifts may not be the best things (most fine dining restaurants don&#8217;t allow dogs to sit next to you, for instance) but there are still plenty of ways you can get the message across.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/1463/valentines-day-goes-to-the-dogs/golden_retriever_puppy/" rel="attachment wp-att-1465"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-1465" title="Golden_Retriever_Puppy" src="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Golden_Retriever_Puppy-300x225.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="158" /></a></p>
<p>How can you show your pups some love on this year&#8217;s Valentine&#8217;s Day?</p>
<ul>
<li>Get your pup looking good! &#8211; Pamper your pup with a grooming session, and then surprise them afterwards with a colorful new collar. Then trot them around the park so they can show off just how adorable they are.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Valentine-Treat-Someone-Edible-Crunch/dp/B004XRN8QO%3FSubscriptionId%3D14H876SFAKFS0EHBYQ02%26tag%3Dhubp0f8c-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB004XRN8QO" target="_blank">Edible cards</a> &#8211; Would you believe someone has created Valentine&#8217;s Day cards your dog can munch? Send a sweet message&#8230;and then let them devour it!</li>
<li>Treats &#8211; Hand a few extra treats to your wonderful dog, maybe a new chew bone, and they&#8217;ll know you love them ever so much! You could even bust out a pack of <a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/mixables/" target="_blank">Mixables</a> to make their dinner extra special and delicious.</li>
<li>Quality time &#8211; Pups love spending time with their humans, snuggling up at the end of the day to just relax and enjoy being near each other. Find a cozy spot around the house you can both enjoy and settle in to read, watch a movie, or whatever else strikes your fancy. Just so long as petting is involved.</li>
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<p>Who are you going to celebrate Valentine&#8217;s Day with? How? We&#8217;d love to hear!</p>
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		<title>Get ready to celebrate Puppy Bowl VIII on February 5th!</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:45:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tiffany</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tiffany here, dearies! Now, if I were to ask whether any of you humans or pups out there were ready for the big game on February 5th, I bet your minds would skip right to the Super Bowl, with all its funny advertisements and parties with loads of food. Maybe that&#8217;s still accurate, but, oh!, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tiffany here, dearies! Now, if I were to ask whether any of you humans or pups out there were ready for the big game on February 5th, I bet your minds would skip right to the Super Bowl, with all its funny advertisements and parties with loads of food. Maybe that&#8217;s still accurate, but, oh!, there&#8217;s an even more special event going on at the same time which you must absolutely tune in to.</p>
<p><a href="http://animal.discovery.com/tv/puppy-bowl/" target="_blank">The Annual Puppy Bowl</a>!</p>
<p>Never heard of it? It&#8217;s nothing to be ashamed of. Let me dish out the details.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/1454/get-ready-to-celebrate-puppy-bowl-viii-on-february-5th/about-puppy-bowl-7-324x205/" rel="attachment wp-att-1455"><img class="aligncenter  wp-image-1455" title="about-puppy-bowl-7-324x205" src="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/about-puppy-bowl-7-324x205-300x189.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="132" /></a></p>
<p>It started back in 2005 when <a href="http://animal.discovery.com/tv/puppy-bowl/" target="_blank">the Animal Planet aired the first Puppy Bowl</a> alongside the Super Bowl. The show consists of a pack of pups at play inside a miniature version of a football stadium. A highly trained referee keeps the play safe, while a commentator keeps the audience entertained by the cute antics. There&#8217;s even a half-time show</p>
<p>But that&#8217;s not all! See, these puppies are all brought in from various shelters are are up for adoption. When you watch the show, you can learn how to bring one into your own home, and even support the local shelters they&#8217;ve come from. What could be more worthwhile?</p>
<p>Check out this video of the final moments from last year&#8217;s game, and then make sure you&#8217;ve got plenty of treats ready for your pups who&#8217;ll be anticipating the game of the year!</p>
<p><iframe width="560" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/f9ZGOLs-7uE" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>
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		<title>Simon plays airport fetch – What toys do you take on a trip?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 18:26:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Simon reporting for duty! Currently, I am on luggage-sniffing patrol at the Denver International Airport, where it is my duty to help keep everyone safe as they travel all over the country and the world. One evening, we had just finished inspecting a long line of travelers heading through the security scans, when I noticed [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Simon reporting for duty! Currently, I am on luggage-sniffing patrol at the Denver International Airport, where it is my duty to help keep everyone safe as they travel all over the country and the world. One evening, we had just finished inspecting a long line of travelers heading through the security scans, when I noticed two human parents sitting with a baby in a carrier by their feet. They looked tired, the woman&#8217;s head on the man&#8217;s shoulder, while he read a magazine. Then I spotted the baby playing with a colorful ball that rattled when it was shaken.</p>
<p>Suddenly, the ball popped out of the baby&#8217;s hands and rolled away! The parents didn&#8217;t notice, so I dashed after the ball, eager to retrieve the child&#8217;s toy. I found it under some nearby chairs and trotted it back to plop it in the baby carrier. The adult humans were so tired, they didn&#8217;t even notice as the baby picked the ball back up, gurgled happily&#8230;and then threw it away again!</p>
<p>This happened five more times, and I dashed to all corners of the security area, darting around luggage piles and wriggling under benches where people slept while waiting for delayed flights.</p>
<p>At last, I got smart. Instead of giving the ball back to the child, I took it to the parents and dropped it in the woman&#8217;s lap. By this time, it was quite covered in slobber. As fun as it was to play fetch, I had to save my energy in case a real emergency broke out in the airport.</p>
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<p>The humans were surprised, but glad to see their child&#8217;s toy returned. They gave Simon pettings, and then I had to return to my handler to resume smelling luggage and shoes.</p>
<p>Hopefully they washed the ball off before returning it to their baby.</p>
<p>What&#8217;s your favorite game to play while traveling? Do you take balls on trips to play with your dog? Let Simon know!</p>
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		<title>Keep your pup warm during winter fun!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:00:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Gruffy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Last post, we talked about several winter activities that humans and pups can enjoy together. However, one must still take the chilly weather into consideration. Wouldn&#8217;t do to get out in the snow and not be able to have fun because you&#8217;re unprepared for low temperatures and other health hazards winter can cause. How can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Last post, we talked about several <a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/1358/winter-activities-for-dogs-what-are-your-favorites/" target="_blank">winter activities that humans and pups can enjoy together</a>. However, one must still take the chilly weather into consideration. Wouldn&#8217;t do to get out in the snow and not be able to have fun because you&#8217;re unprepared for low temperatures and other health hazards winter can cause.</p>
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<p>How can pups stay warm and cozy while still enjoying plunges into snowdrifts and rides down the nearest sledding hill? Take a look at these following helpful tips:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Keep an eye on those paws!</strong> &#8211; Puppy paws may be made of tough stuff, but they can get worn down or frozen. The salt sometimes used to melt ice on roads and sidewalks can cause cracks and irritation, especially if it gets wedged between the pads. Make sure to take the time to check out their paws from time to time.</li>
<li><strong>Don&#8217;t leave them outside unattended</strong> &#8211; Even if your pup loves to dash about in the snow, they shouldn&#8217;t be left alone. Their fur helps some, but it&#8217;s hardly a foolproof solution against freezing temperatures.</li>
<li><strong>Keep that fur long and luxurious</strong> &#8211; Don&#8217;t shave your dog during winters months. This will remove a lot of the natural warmth they rely on. At the same time, make sure they receive regular grooming, as clumping hair can disrupt the insulation effect.</li>
<li><strong>Consider some winter accessories</strong> -  Does your dog not like walking on ice? Dog booties might be a good option! For those dogs that love being outdoors, heated dog beds or shelters can help them stay out in winter weather longer. And for smaller dogs or those with shorter hair, puppy sweaters and jackets can keep away the shivers.</li>
</ul>
<p>When you take the time and effort to prep your pup for winter, it&#8217;s so much more enjoyable for for the both of you.</p>
<p>Have you and your pup(s) had any winter adventures? We&#8217;d love to hear them. What do they enjoy most about the snow?</p>
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		<title>Winter activities for dogs – What are your favorites?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:11:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Simon</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[All across the country, pups and humans alike are dealing with frigid temperatures, ice, and snow! Winter is fully engaged, and for some, it seems like it might limit the amount of fun you can have outdoors. Far from it! There are, in fact, countless activities pups and humans can enjoy together in a winter [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>All across the country, pups and humans alike are dealing with frigid temperatures, ice, and snow! Winter is fully engaged, and for some, it seems like it might limit the amount of fun you can have outdoors.</p>
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<p>Far from it! There are, in fact, countless activities pups and humans can enjoy together in a winter wonderland. Here are some easy options:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Sledding</strong> &#8211; Find a good hill, and make sure you have a sled big enough to hold both you and your dog. Then enjoy the ride all the way down!</li>
<li><strong>Skijoring</strong> &#8211; Weird word, isn&#8217;t it? This little-known sports combines dog-sledding with cross-country skiing. A special harness attaches you to your pup, who then helps pull you through the snow on your skis. (Some crazy humans even do this with horses!)</li>
<li><strong>Snowshoeing</strong> &#8211; Strap on a pair of snowshoes, find a nearby trail that isn&#8217;t too icy, and tromp away with your pup romping in the snow beside you. Hiking isn&#8217;t just a spring/summer activity, but it can be enjoyed all year long, so long as you have the right gear.</li>
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<p>Those are just a few ideas to get you started. Perhaps you already have favorite things to do with your dog in the snow. We&#8217;d love to hear ideas from all our friends!  Share them here, on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Variety-Pet-Foods/122888664439995" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, or on <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/varietypetfoods" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.</p>
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		<title>The Variety Pack’s favorite memories of 2011 – What are yours?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2012 18:40:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Big Rascal</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s be one sure heckuva year, ain&#8217;t it, pups? Big Rascal&#8217;s been thinkin&#8217; about all the stuff that&#8217;s gone down in 2011, and it sure was a doozy, wasn&#8217;t it? &#8216;Course, the big ol&#8217; important events that occurred for dogs ain&#8217;t always the things human think are big ol&#8217; and important. So what&#8217;s this dog [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It&#8217;s be one sure heckuva year, ain&#8217;t it, pups? Big Rascal&#8217;s been thinkin&#8217; about all the stuff that&#8217;s gone down in 2011, and it sure was a doozy, wasn&#8217;t it? &#8216;Course, the big ol&#8217; important events that occurred for dogs ain&#8217;t always the things human think are big ol&#8217; and important. So what&#8217;s this dog gonna be rememberin&#8217; when he gets all nostalgic-like?</p>
<ul>
<li>Was it the time <a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/1069/big-rascal-gets-caught-in-a-car-wash-%E2%80%93-where%E2%80%99s-the-strangest-place-your-dog-has-wound-up/" target="_blank">I nearly got stuck in the car wash</a> during my post-run bath?</li>
<li>How about when <a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/1036/simon-sniffs-out-a-stowaway-do-you-know-a-dog-that%E2%80%99s-taken-an-airplane-ride-2/" target="_blank">Simon found that snake in the airport</a> (or that human&#8217;s engagement ring)?</li>
<li>Or the time <a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/1061/tiffany-tries-her-paws-at-dancing-%E2%80%93-does-your-dog-have-any-artistic-talents/" target="_blank">Tiffany signed up for dance lessons</a> with her human&#8217;s credit card?</li>
<li>Or the trip <a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/1/gruffy-rides-in-a-hot-air-balloon%E2%80%94by-herself-%E2%80%93-should-dogs-travel-without-their-humans/" target="_blank">Gruffy took in the hot air balloon</a>?</li>
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<p>Ah, the Variety Pack sure has had a ton of adventures last year, and we&#8217;ve got plenty more in store for 2012, no doubt.</p>
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<p>I&#8217;m bettin&#8217; plenty of other pups and humans have great times to talk about. So, how about it? Have any good ol&#8217; memories you&#8217;re haulin&#8217; into the new year? How about those times you&#8217;d be best off forgettin&#8217;? Tell us your tales, and don&#8217;t be shy! I sure ain&#8217;t.</p>
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		<title>New Year’s resolutions for dogs (and dog owners) – What are yours?</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 Dec 2011 17:18:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Tiffany</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Dearies! It&#8217;s the most wonderful time of the year (is there a song about that? It sounds familiar). Anyways, in case you didn&#8217;t know, I absolutely adore Christmas and New Years. It&#8217;s when the whole world seems to be aglow with glitz and glam, when there&#8217;s a party practically every night, and everyone is full [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dearies! It&#8217;s the most wonderful time of the year (is there a song about that? It sounds familiar). Anyways, in case you didn&#8217;t know, I absolutely adore Christmas and New Years. It&#8217;s when the whole world seems to be aglow with glitz and glam, when there&#8217;s a party practically every night, and everyone is full of laughter and song. I&#8217;d almost like it to be this way year-round, but perhaps that would get a teensy bit exhausting after a while.</p>
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<p>Well, the New Year is upon us, which means the usual tradition of coming up with resolutions for living better in 2012. Everyone seems to have a long list, but the question always is how long they&#8217;ll stick to it. You humans might be surprised how similar a pup&#8217;s resolutions can be to yours. Let&#8217;s take a look at a few doggy resolutions and how they translate:</p>
<ul>
<li>I will not bark at everyone who walks by on the sidewalk!</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Translation: I will try to make more friends.</em></p>
<ul>
<li>I will play fetch for at least an hour a day!</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Translation: I will get in better shape.</em></p>
<ul>
<li>I will bask in warm sunlight and appreciate every treat my human gives me.</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Translation: I will take more joy in the simple things of life.</em></p>
<ul>
<li>I will cuddle with my human more</li>
</ul>
<p><em>Translation: I will spend more time with those I love.</em></p>
<p>What about you? What resolutions have you made for 2012? Have your pups got a list they&#8217;d like to share?</p>
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		<title>Fort Morgan Humane Society – Don’t shop…adopt!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[During the Christmas season, there seems to be a larger awareness of those in need&#8211;those without food or shelter or loved ones to enjoy during the holidays. This awareness extends to our four-legged friends too. The reality is, there are humans working tirelessly throughout the whole year to care for animals across the country, and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>During the Christmas season, there seems to be a larger awareness of those in need&#8211;those without food or shelter or loved ones to enjoy during the holidays. This awareness extends to our four-legged friends too. The reality is, there are humans working tirelessly throughout the whole year to care for animals across the country, and the Variety Pack wants to bring these shelters and adoption agencies to light wherever they are, whatever time of year it is. Their cause is noble and they save countless lives!</p>
<p>One such place is the <a href="http://www.ftmorganhumane.org" target="_blank">Fort Morgan Humane Society</a>, which works out of the Denver Metro and eastern Colorado region.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/1320/fort-morgan-humane-society-dont-shop-adopt/fortmorgansign/" rel="attachment wp-att-1322"><img class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-1322" title="fortmorgansign" src="http://www.varietypetfoods.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/fortmorgansign-300x158.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="158" /></a></p>
<p>Alongside their spaying/neutering/vaccination services, Fort Morgan Humane Society also runs an extensive foster care and adoption program, helping dogs and cats alike recover from homelessness, illness, abuse, and over-crowded conditions. They are:</p>
<blockquote><p>Dedicated to provide compassionate care to all animals and to enhance good relationships between animals and people through adoptions, education, and community service outreach.</p></blockquote>
<p>If you&#8217;d like to be part of Fort Morgan Humane Society&#8217;s community, there are plenty of ways to get involved, including joining their <a href="http://www.ftmorganhumane.org/index.php?option=com_content&amp;view=article&amp;id=15&amp;Itemid=14" target="_blank">foster care program</a>, <a href="http://www.ftmorganhumane.org/index.php?option=com_content&amp;view=article&amp;id=16&amp;Itemid=15" target="_blank">volunteering time at the shelter</a>, <a href="http://www.ftmorganhumane.org/index.php?option=com_content&amp;view=article&amp;id=14&amp;Itemid=13" target="_blank">donating</a>, and&#8211;of course&#8211;<a href="http://www.ftmorganhumane.org/index.php?option=com_content&amp;view=article&amp;id=12&amp;Itemid=12" target="_blank">adopting</a>! Check out their <a href="http://www.ftmorganhumane.org/" target="_blank">website</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/SavingDogsInDenver?sk=info" target="_blank">Facebook page</a> for more information.</p>
<p>Remember, we&#8217;re all in this together!</p>
<p>Do you have a local shelter that deserves some recognition for all they&#8217;ve done? Have you ever adopted from a shelter or foster care program? Tell us your story!</p>
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