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4-H clubs have been in existence since 1913. Originally started for kids in rural communities and the country, the 4-H clubs have grown and you no longer have to live in the country to join. More and more urban children are discovering the amazing benefits of 4-H involvement. Adult volunteers are also welcome and much appreciated. Where once kids had calves that they raised for show and sale, now 4-H has something for everyone. Cattle, HORSES, sheep, swine, DOGS, other pets, cereal grain crops, gardening, sewing, public speaking, travel, youth conferences, camping, International Exchange (going to other countries to live and learn) and much, much more.

The average age for members is (depends on your location) is 8 to 21 years old. Kids working and learning together in a wholesome environment with the goal to be better prepared for their future in an adult world.

So if your reading this and are a parent interested in learning more about this wonderful club for your child or if you are a teenager looking to get involved with other kids who love the same things you do, here are some websites to check out for more information.

BEWARE: Cynthia S. had to watch her beloved dog, Goldy, sicken and die from being poisoned by the very dogfood, she unsuspectingly kept feeding her. Goldy died from severe "Mycotoxicosis" poisoning. There are two brands out there either being recalled or had better be soon. Several dogs have died from eating these brands. NATURAL RECIPE and GO NATURAL. Please people, if your feeding either of these two brands of dry dog food, STOP IMMEDIATELY. If your dog appears to not be feeling well, get it to your Vet immediately. This is an urgent message. Also, our sympathy goes out to not only Cynthia, but all people who have lost their dogs in this devastating way.

For any of you who have the heart to adopt an older dog who needs desperately to know human love and compassion, consider the sleek and beautiful greyhound. These dogs used for racing meet unhappy ends when they are finished racing or are not fast enough to bother to feed and keep any longer. Thanks to many wonderful and caring rescuers, some of these dogs are waiting for new homes, in Canada and the United States. Please go to this website to learn more. http://www.greyhoundpetsinc.org

Due to the large volume of mail that we get asking for recipes for people to home make their dogs food, instead of buying it, I have found an awesome site. Some of these recipes sound good enough for me to take a wee bite just to check them out.