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Nov 2008
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028 – Don’t step in the dog doo (4 of 4)...

LORI LINSTRUTH
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In today's conversation, which is part four of four, my British friend Michael and I wrap up our lengthy conversation about the pros and cons of dogs, dog ownership, and dog owners. Warning: some of the vocabulary we deal with in this episode is a bit vulgar, so if you are sensitive or easily offended I suggest you stop listening now. 
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