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*New Episode* Chihuahua from Hell!

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By dogwhisperer
January 30, 2009 9:22 AM

Meet El Diablo in an All-New Episode of Dog Whisperer this Friday, 8P et/pt!

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NAME: El Diablo
BREED: Chihuahua
AGE: 3-years-old

ABOUT THE DOG:
In 2007, a hungry, human-aggressive, stray Chihuahua was found by shoppers in a Wal-Mart parking lot. The dog, deemed El Diablo, was taken to Lane County Animal Services, where he was spotted by Luv-a-Bull pit bull rescue owner Liesl Wilhardt. Liesl adopted El Diablo and soon found out the road to Hell is paved with good intentions. El Diablo refuses to have a leash put on him, snaps at anyone who approaches, and threatens to unravel Liesl's balanced pack of pit bulls.

ABOUT THE OWNER:
Liesl Wilhardt founded Luv-a-Bull pit bull rescue in 1999, in Eugene, Oregon. She has a Master's degree in theology from Harvard University was originally going to teach Buddhist studies. She has successfully used acupuncture on her dogs for many years and believes practicing Buddhism has greatly helped her with the dogs. Her motto is "Place, Pack, and Purpose."

BEHIND THE SCENES:
Liesl designed and built the entire Luv-a-Bull sanctuary from the ground up, specifically to suit the dogs' needs. Daily exercise is a priority for her and the pack, including 2 ½ hours runs each morning, 2 ½ hours walks in the evening, and two 40-minute, less strenuous walks for the puppies and older dogs.

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