Day: November 28, 2009

Pet Tip of the Week:Enriching the Life of Your Dog

By Dawn Watson

I’m not a fan of the \”outside\” dog, the dog that lives in the yard all day and all night, bored, lonely, sometimes destructive. Neither am I fond \"clip_image004\"of the idea of leaving a dog in a crate for ten hours with no break for some fresh air and exercise.

Of course, almost anything is better than a (short) life spent in an overcrowded animal shelter, waiting for euthanization. Happily, there are simple ways you can enrich your dog’s life that cost almost nothing and offer mental and physical stimulation for everyone.

A cardboard box can give Fido hours of chewing, throwing, hiding, fun! Just set it in a room or outside and watch as he explores it with glee. Or, hang a ball from a piece of elastic, just out of his reach; chances are he will jump for it until he actually manages to set it free! And you can always hide a couple of toys in odd places and see how long it takes him to find them.

If you’re feeling adventurous social dogs seem to truly enjoy visiting Petco or Petsmart, a Disney World of sights and smells. And of course a brisk walk on a hiking trail will turn even the sleepiest dog into Dora the Explorer! This holiday season try wrapping up a few biscuits and watch Fido uncover his rewards along with the rest of the family. If you need more suggestions I’ll be happy to help. Feel free to call me at 856-349-2508 or email me at [email protected] if you have questions. There is never a fee for a phone or email consultation!

\"clip_image002\"Next week’s topic will be all about seasonal safety. As always, Cleary’s notebook encourages dialogue so your comments are welcome!

Wado, udohiyu, (thank you very much, in the Cherokee language)

Dawn Watson

Brother of the Wolf, LLC

700 Market St

Gloucester City, NJ 08030

We offer Natural Training for Exceptional Dogs

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S.J. football to undergo major changes next year

By Scott Chappelear

\”I think it\’s something we needed to do as the Tri-County Conference,\” added Gloucester head coach and athletic director Leon Harris. \”We were just becoming so disparate in our enrollments that I don\’t think we could really meet the needs of all the schools with the existing format.

\”I think the thing that really opened our eyes, last year you had Woodstown which was essentially a Group I playing Group III and IV schools (in the Royal Division). It really illuminated how enrollments have gone in different directions.\”

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Roy B. McCormick, St. Mary School Crossing Guard, Succumbs at age 77

 On November 26, 2009, Age 77, yrs. a lifelong resident of \"Pop2\" Gloucester City, NJ. Beloved husband of the late Alice \”Theresa\” (nee Ludwick), loving father of Barbara King (Sonny /Herbert), Roy B. McCormick (Karen), Joyce Artuz (Julio) and Samuel Pine, dear grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

Mr. McCormick was a Proud Army Veteran. He was a retired member of the Gloucester City Special Police, but was more recently know for his long, devoted and loving service as a Crossing Guard at the St. Mary\’s School Corner.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00pm at the ETHERINGTON-CRERAN FUNERAL HOME, 700 Powell St., Gloucester City. Funeral Services will be held 8:00PM at the Funeral Home. Interment to be held at the convenience of the family. www.etheringtonfh.com

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