Here a collection of articles that I have found helpful and as I come across more I will add them!

  - DOGFANCY - JULY 08- Great article READ IT

EAR INFECTIONS- " I have an American cocker Spaniel who always had major problems with ear infections , until I was told about using white vinegar and water in a 9-1 ratio.. I do this once a week , squirting it on a cotton ball to clean the ears, and have never had a problem since. Vinegar kills yeast!"  - Dogfancy- 7-08

Water safety- If your dogs falls into a cold pool or pond even for a short time watch for signs of Hypothermia - Normal temp is 100.5 to 102.5 degrees.Keep your dog out of algae-covered ponds, as certain types of algae blooms can contain toxins!

- Good article on what rawhides are safe for dogs

PET POISON ALERT: COCOA BEAN MULCH CAN BE TOXIC TO DOGS
If your dog likes to spend his summer grazing in your garden, his treat-seeking nose may lead him to one danger in particular: the sweet-smelling, but potentially harmful cocoa bean mulch. Made of cocoa bean shells and considered desirable for its eventual degradation into organic fertilizer, this gardener’s choice can be toxic to canines if eaten in large quantities—and some dogs have been known to eat amazing amounts!

In 2007, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) handled 26 cases of cocoa bean mulch ingestion—a third originating in California. “Dogs are attracted to the fertilizer’s sweet smell,” says Dr. Steven Hansen, ASPCA Veterinary Toxicologist and APCC Director, “but like chocolate, cocoa bean mulch can be too much for our canine companions.”

Ingestion of large amounts of cocoa bean mulch, which contains residual amounts of theobromine—a methylxanthine found in chocolate and known to be toxic to dogs—may cause a variety of clinical signs. These typically start with vomiting, diarrhea and elevated heart rate, and if large amounts are consumed, they may progress to hyperactivity, muscle tremors and possibly other more serious neurological signs.

Treatment includes administering medical-grade activated charcoal, bringing tremors under control, cardiac monitoring and preventing further exposure.

“One key point to remember is that some dogs, particularly those with indiscriminate eating habits, can be attracted to any organic matter,” says Dana Farbman, APCC Senior Manager, Professional Communications. “Therefore, if you have a dog with such eating habits, it’s important that you don’t leave him unsupervised or allow him into areas where such materials are being used.”

To avoid contact, pet parents should consider a nontoxic alternative, such as shredded pine, cedar or hemlock bark. These will keep your pooch—and your garden—healthy.

For more detailed information, please take a look at our Animal Poison Control Center online.

I got this off the web, You need to know what will kill you dogs , be carefully!   
http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/xylitol.asp

"Xylitol is a sugar alcohol used in candy and chewing gum. Its also found in some Pharmaceuticals and oral health Products such as chewable vitamins and Throat Lozenges. It can also be used in home baking . While Sylitol is safe for humans , it can be harmful to dogs . The compound doesn't affect glucose levels in people , but when ingested by dogs it can cause a dangerous surge of insuline. in as little as 15 mins, the blood sugar of a dog that has eaten something containing Xylitol may register a marked drop in blood sugar. Higher Doses, Sylitol is believed toxic to the canine liver. Just three grams of Xylitol can kill a 65 pound dog! 2 pieces of gum or candy with Xylitol would throw a 13 poind dog into severe hpogleycemia , 10  pieces would throw it into liver failure on top of that. "

Never rely on the presumption that what is safe for a human is also safe for a dog.Did you know that grapes and Raisins are deadly to your pooch?!