Tradewinds Pet Suites

Veterinary Cancer Specialist: What to do When Your Dog Has Cancer

Sandy — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 18:16:55 +0000

Having recently lost Lyssa, a wonderful Belgian Malinois, to breast cancer that spread to her lymph system, I was very interested in today’s news about research and treatment options for dogs who have cancer. Lyssa was always my “guardian angel,” trotting faithfully (and anxiously) around the perimeter of the arena whenever I was riding. [...]

Geneva’s Phoenix Launched – A Rescue Shelter for Belgian and German Shepherd Dogs

Sandy — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:10:23 +0000

Earlier this month, we launched “Geneva’s Phoenix,” a rescue shelter for German and Belgian Shepherd dogs (www.GSDAloha.com).

We wish that every attempted dog rescue had a fairy tale ending, but the sad fact is that not all of them do. In fact, it is because of two beautiful German Shepherds — Geneva and Phoenix [...]

Canine Angels in Disguise

Sandy — Fri, 20 May 2011 02:18:14 +0000

There is a depth to the human/canine relationship that I think has barely been tapped. I know in my own life there have been dogs who have touched me so profoundly that its really impossible to find the words to explain it. Geneva was such a dog; so was Geneva’s Phoenix. Sometime when I am [...]

German Shepherds are Second Most Popular Dog in the U.S. and in Hawaii

Sandy — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 20:08:47 +0000

The AKC has released its list of most popular dogs in the U.S. and in several specific cities. In Honolulu, German Shepherds are in the #2 spot, followed by Shibu Inus, Chihuahuas and Golden Retrievers. And holding the coveted position of Most Favorite BFF — Labrador Retrievers!! Nationally, German Shepherds are #2 followed by [...]