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I know this is already old and used up but this photo never fails to make me smile each time I see it.

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Dogs Catch Yawns From People

Dogs find human yawns contagious, suggesting they have a rudimentary capacity for empathy.

Although yawning is widespread in many animals, contagious yawning — a yawn triggered by seeing others yawning — has previously only been shown to occur in humans and chimpanzees.

It turns out, however, that man's best friend is highly sensitive to catching human yawns, with 72 percent of 29 dogs tested yawning after observing a person doing so.

Dog Bite Prevention Tips

Important dog bite prevention tips:

• Pick a dog that is good match for your home. Consult your veterinarian for details about the behavior of different breeds.
• Socialize your pet. Gradually expose your puppy to a variety of people and other animals so it feels at ease in these situations; continue this exposure as your dog gets older.
• Train your dog. Commands can build a bond of obedience and trust between man and dog. Avoid aggressive games like wrestling or tug-of-war with your dog.
• Vaccinate your dog against rabies and other diseases.
• Neuter or spay your dog. These dogs are less likely to bite.
• Never leave a baby or small child alone with a dog.
• Teach your child to ask a dog owner for permission before petting any dog.
• Let a strange dog sniff you or your child before touching it, and pet it gently, avoiding the face, head and tail.
• Never bother a dog if it is sleeping, eating or caring for puppies.
• Do not to run past a dog.
• If a dog threatens you, remain calm. Avoid eye contact. Stand still or back away slowly until the dog leaves. If you are knocked down, curl into a ball and protect your face with your arms and fists.

If bitten, request proof of rabies vaccination from the dog owner, get the owner's name and contact information, and contact the dog's veterinarian to check vaccination records. Then immediately consult with your doctor. Clean bite wound with soup and water as soon as possible. If the attack victim is bleeding from a dog bite, immediately take them to a doctor or emergency room.

Helping Dog Rescues Through A Doggy Bag

DogWireGifts.com, an online dog breed, rescue, and mixed breed dog lover gift store announced today the opening of their doggy bags to give money to dog rescues in need of funding. Beginning in September 2007, DogWireGifts.com will donate 10% of all its profits from its store to a different dog rescue each month throughout the year. Each month, DogWireGifts.com will choose a different non-profit dog rescue, located within the United States, in which to send their charitable donation.

"We are dog owners ourselves and know there are thousands of dogs across the nation that need help in receiving the medical care and love they deserve. Our own dogs bring joy and laughter into our family and every dog should be given the opportunity to be such a blessing to other families. It is our goal to help these organizations succeed in their objective to find warm, loving, and secure homes for these pups. No dog should go without the love of a good family just because of some terrible circumstances that were beyond their control," shares Shannon Steffen, Founder and President of DogWireGifts.com.

For more information on DogWireGifts.com and its Dog Rescue of the Month charitable program please visit: http://www.dogwiregifts.com.