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Kevin Fischer is an award-winning veteran broadcaster who has been seen and heard on Milwaukee TV and radio stations for nearly three decades.
Kevin, who is a legislative aide to state Sen. Mary Lazich (R-New Berlin), can be seen offering his views on the news on the public affairs program, “INTERchange,” on Milwaukee Public Television Channel 10. He lives with his wife, Jennifer, in Franklin.
The Barking Lot
By Kevin Fischer
Saturday, Sep 27 2008, 08:45 AM
Want to make sure Halloween is a HOWLING success for all the members of your family? Then remember Fido would like a little Trick-Or-Treating too! Your four-legged friend probably won’t be wagging his tail at the thought of dressing up in a costume but face it, you can’t resist. When you find what you think is the pawfect costume to suit your Poodle’s personality, remember these tips.
If you’re going to go through all the trouble of dressing up your Dachshund, why not go all the way and throw a party for the neighborhood dogs? It’s not as complicated as you might think if you follow the advice from our friends at Animal Planet.
Even though we don’t have a dog yet, I am on the email list for PawPrints Across Your Heart in Greendale Village. This link will take you to their newsletter where you can read about their upcoming annual Halloween Costume Contest on October 19th. In the past they have had a game of “bobbing for hot dogs” in beef-flavored water for the dogs to enjoy. I think that is a wonderful idea that you could incorporate into your own Halloween party.
All responsible dog owners know that chocolate is one of the biggest no-no’s for canines. That doesn’t mean you can’t offer special, seasonal treats to your dog and your guest dogs at the party. You know they would love to tear in to a party platter from Doctors Foster and Smith.
Of course, Halloween isn’t complete without a scare. Tell Fido you’ve decided to adopt a pair of kittens next week.
---Jennifer Fischer
Thanks, Jennifer. Always a nice job!
Must be my turn. Yes, indeed, Barking Lot fans, it is time. It is time. It is time for DOGS IN THE NEWS, canines...................that made..........headlines the past week. And we've got a whole big bowl full of stories, so let's get right to them.
As I've written in the past, not every dog item is warm, fuzzy and fluffy. In Sheboygan, a woman lied about a dog, and that got her into trouble.
Staying in Sheboygan, that's where a seminar was held this week on how to recognize the problem of dogfighting and prosecute offenders.
In Muwkonago, there's a push to allow therapy dogs in parks for special events.
In Brookfield, there was more talk about restricting the number of household pets.
A new book is out this week that tells the true story of Izzy. Izzy is a very good dog.
Would your dog ever cheat on you?
And how about this photo gallery. Excuse me............but.............I...........couldn't help..........noticing......... that...........your dog..............is ............really.............big.>
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Another Barking Lot is in the books, and since Jennifer has already started the holiday theme, we close with his special public service annoucement:
This Halloween, be kind to your pet.
