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Alison Eastwood (actress, producer and animal-rights activist) will emcee the second yearly Eastwood Ranch Foundation 'Art for Animals' fundraiser night. This go-round's host crew features some heavy-hitter Hollywood names—Hilary Swank, Emmy Rossum, Scott Eastwood, Frances Fisher, Brian Bowen Smith, Steph Sebbag, Al Jackson and Amanda Mills among them.
The bash goes down in Los Angeles on June 4th at the De Re Gallery. Grab your tickets at eastwoodranch.org
Looking like a larger, coated Greyhound, the Scottish Deerhound is a sharp, alert sighthound. One of the oldest breeds, he’s a born hunter and a regular at lure-coursing events. The body and neck carry a harsh, wiry coat, while the head, chest, and belly fur is much softer.
Known centuries back as the Scotch Greyhound, Rough Greyhound, and Highland Deerhound, the Scottish Deerhound became a distinct breed in the 16th and 17th centuries. He was the go-to dog for pursuing and taking down deer, and back then only an earl or higher could own one. Quiet and dignified at home, he may still dart after any furry thing that runs. So exercise him on-leash or in a fenced space. His crisp, slightly wiry coat, happily, is a breeze to care for—just brushing and the odd bath. See their full breed profile here!
Photo: Mary Bloom, courtesy of American Kennel Club
An Irish Wolfhound must read as grand and commanding. He has a big, muscular Greyhound-style build and stands tallest of all dogs, if not heaviest. A superb athlete and endurance runner, an old Irish saying nails the breed: “Gentle when stroked, fierce when provoked.”
One of the earliest mentions of Irish Wolfhounds appears in Roman records from 391 A.D. Often given as royal gifts, they hunted with their masters, fought beside them, guarded castles, played with children, and dozed by the fire as family friends. Fierce hunters of wolves and the giant Irish elk, they were so effective their prey vanished from Ireland and the hounds nearly did too. By the 1800s few remained. Though now mostly a companion, the Wolfhound will still instinctively chase fleeing prey. His size demands more room, more exercise, a bigger car. The rough, natural coat needs regular brushing. Read their full breed profile here!
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Say the cue once, clearly, in a happy voice - then wait.
The instant the wanted behavior happens, mark it with a cheerful Yes!
Reward within one second so the win is impossible to miss.
Add one small distraction at a time, and reward the brave choices.
Keep sessions short and always end on a success your dog is proud of.
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