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Supervisors and their 'pet projects'
To watch this video, please click the arrow. Supervisors and their 'pet projects' Los Angeles County supervisors are spending millions of dollars on pet projects, despite plans to “carve deeply into everything from public safety to social services,” according to a s... (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 21:06:40 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Ginger
Meet Ginger, our Pet of the Week. Ginger is a mixed dog or known as a dog dog by her owner Mary. Not only is Ginger the best watch dog in the neighborhood she is also a Therapy dog and visits Incline Elementary School three days a week to help children read. If you would like to have your pet featured as our Pet of The Week, e-mail a photo to jeick@tahoebonanza.com[[[SHIFTIN ... (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:11:01 GMT)

Pet waste can spread disease through water
Doo doo. Present. Berries. No matter what the cutesy name given to the deposits left by our furry friends, pet... (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:32:17 GMT)

Kent Hospital launches pet therapy
Kent Hospital put the call out Thursday for some furry volunteers. The Warwick hospital announced it's new pet therapy program. (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:56:02 GMT)

'Dog-Napper' Steals Pet From SE Portland Home
A dog owner in southeast Portland made a tearful plea for her dog's return after she said the pet was kidnapped outside her home. (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:41:37 GMT)

Vets, WebMD join to start online pet health forum
Here's a cool new resource for pet owners. It's called Pet Health Exchange and brought to you by WebMD, the Website that many of us turn to to find out more about human health concerns. (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:18:37 GMT)

Maddie’s Pet Rescue Project grows in scope
FAIRHOPE, Ala. — Animal welfare agencies working together for the betterment of the area’s pet population have passed along some good news. Maddie’s Pet Rescue Project of Baldwin County and its partner agencies report a nearly 60 percent decrease in the euthanasia of healthy animals in county shelters. Even so, 614 otherwise healthy and behaviorally sound dogs and cats were put down last year ... (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:05:21 GMT)

Pet policy hearing is March 15
The Bellbrook Planning Board will hold its next public hearing on the city’s pet limit at 6 p.m. Monday, March 15, at the city building, 15 E. Franklin St.Bellbrook currently limits residents to a total of two dogs and/or cats, but the Planning Board on Monday will consider changing the language so there is no numerical limit. (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 15:29:07 GMT)

We Want Your Pet Pics, Video
Introduce your pet to the KSAT.com online community by sending us a picture or video. (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 13:28:26 GMT)

Frost & Sullivan Lauds Positron Corporation for Cardiac-Focused PET Molecular Imaging Scanner Attrius(TM)
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. , March 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Based on its recent analysis of the cardiac molecular imaging systems market, Frost & Sullivan recognizes Positron Corporation with the 2010 North American Award for New Product Innovation, for its pioneering cardiac positron emission tomography (PET) scanner, Attriusâ¢. The Attriusâ¢ was developed and optimized for molecular imaging of the heart ... (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:45:00 GMT)

Sammy's Pet for Adoption March 11, 2010
Sammy's Pet for Adoption March 11, 2010 (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:25:02 GMT)

Surgeries help control homeless pet count
Every year, 6 million to 8 million pets end up in shelters, according to the U.S. Humane Society. About half of those pets are adopted, and the other half is killed. Spaying for female pets and neutering for males keeps the stray population down. Photos: Preventive medicine Video: Porsche and Maserati Home to hundreds: Save-A-Pet shelter (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:32:20 GMT)

Amcor Rigid Plastics Is New Name For Former Amcor PET Packaging Business
Amcor Rigid Plastics is the new corporate name for the former Amcor PET Packaging business based here in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The newly renamed business group is among seven operating units that were organized following the recent US$1.9B acquisition of parts of Alcan Packaging by parent company Amcor Ltd. Amcor Rigid Plastics consists of Amcor PET Packaging; Bericap North America, a plastic ... (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:49:38 GMT)

Pampered Pet Treats, Inc. Debuts New Gourmet Pet Snacks at 2010 International Home + Housewares Show
Man’s best friend may have a new best treat. Pampered Pet Treats Inc., a gourmet pet treat company specializing in all-natural premium dog cookies, will debut four new products at the 2010 International Home + Housewares Show, March 14 - 16, at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. (PRWeb Mar 11, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Pet_Snacks/Dog_Cookies ... (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:59:34 GMT)

Outrage over pet rabbit killings
THE RSPCA has joined police in condemning a raider who entered a garden in a York village and killed two pet rabbits. (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:22:30 GMT)

Trupanion Prepares Pet Owners for Seasonal Allergies in Pets with Pet Insurance Coverage
Pet insurance company Trupanion reminds pet owners of the potential expenses of treatments for pets with seasonal allergies. [PR.com] (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:06:24 GMT)

The Pongo Fund Pet Food Bank Honored by Oregon Veterinary Medical Association with 2010 Veterinary Service Award
Unprecedented donation from Canidae All Natural Pet Foods allowed The Pongo Fund Pet Food Bank in Portland, Oregon to distribute more than 300,000 meals to needy animals and be acknowledged by Oregon Veterinary Medical Association for its dedication to the well-being of animals via the association's 2010 Veterinary Service Award. (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:01:00 GMT)

Family loses pet after bat found to have rabies By Jane Howard Lee
A bat picked up March 4 in the 1300 block of Ward Road has tested positive for rabies, forcing a family to euthanize a pet cat that had not been vaccinated for rabies, according to city officials. (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:57:06 GMT)

WebMD, veterinarians group start online pet-health forum
The American Veterinary Medical Association has its members discuss pet-health issue online to clear up misinformation. (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:59:17 GMT)

Learn pet CPR in San Clemente
AllWays Dogz, a canine-wellness center based at Camp Bow Wow in San Clemente, is taking sign-ups for its pet CPR and first-aid classes. The classes, taught by a certified instructor, are scheduled for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 10 and May 8 at Camp Bow... (Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:21:47 GMT)

The Pet Corner
Adoptables from the Humboldt County Animal Shelter and Bones Pet Rescue By Jean Durbin Shelter Correspondent 1. HUCKLEBERRY: Playful, affectionate, eager to please and a fast learner, Huck needs a good friend. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 22:23:30 GMT)

Pet Dogs and Cats or Pumas and Apes, You Be the Judge
Dogs, cats, fish and hamsters won’t make most neighbors cringe but bring home a pet chimp, black bear or a cheetah and you might not be the most welcome member of your community. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:46:39 GMT)

Pet shop owner claims fish is 43, weighs 20 pounds
NEW YORK (AP) - It sounds fishy but a New York City pet shop owner says it's true. Buttkiss, the black pacu he owns, is 43 and weighs 20 pounds. A pacu is a breed that's related to the piranha. Steve Gruebel owns Cameo Pet Shop in Queens. He got Buttkiss in 1967 when he was just a wee thing. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:14:13 GMT)

Boston zoning board explains pet hotel decision
The chairman of Zoning Board of Appeals is defending a controversial decision to approve a "pet hotel"... (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:10:10 GMT)

LIVESHOTS: Cowan on Pet Owners' Owl Crisis
Most pet owners take steps to protect their animals. In Santa Rosa, California, Odessa Gunn worried a car or coyote might one day claim the lives of her dogs, which is why she and her husband, renowned American bicyclist Levi Leipheimer, fenced in their property. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:00:45 GMT)

Pet adoption is March 20
Carver Scott Humane Society (CSHS) volunteers are having a pet adoption Saturday, March 20 from noon-3 p.m. at Petco, located off old Highway 212 and Singletree Lane in Eden Prairie . CSHS is without its own building and all pets are housed in foster care. read more (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:52:40 GMT)

Pet Of The Week: Basset Hound/Beagle Mix
The Harlingen Humane Society's Pet of the Week is a 5-month-old female basset house/beagle mix. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:42:22 GMT)

Pet Poison Hotline: Most common items that put pets at risk
March 14 kicks off Poison Prevention Week. The following are some of the most common toxins the veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline encounter and strongly recommend keeping away from pets. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:28:45 GMT)

Denville police officer shoots bear after it kills pet
DENVILLE TWP. - A 400-pound black bear was killed by police officers after it killed an Old Boonton Road family’s pet rabbit Sunday, Feb. 21. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:36:30 GMT)

Growth rate of nonradiologists owning or leasing PET equipment higher than radiologists
Positron Corporation. The growth rate among nonradiologists who own or lease PET equipment was far higher than radiologists between 2002 and 2007, according to a study published in the March issue of the Journal of the American College of Radiology. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:22:23 GMT)

Snickers has become an awesome house pet
Bobby Beck, 9, of Coopersburg and his pet rabbit, Snickers Name: Bobby Beck (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:02:44 GMT)

Pet adoption events planned
LAS CRUCES -- Are you looking for a new pet? You could find a new best friend at one of two adoption events on Saturday. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 07:09:56 GMT)

Pet of the week: Anchovy the cat likes to cuddle
Pet: Meet Anchovy, a handsome 6-year-old cat who is ready to start the next chapter of his life with a loving family. Anchovy enjoys cuddling with loved ones and would prosper in a quiet home environment. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:03:00 GMT)

County Urged To Consider Pet Store Sales Restrictions
Local animal activists are pushing Palm Beach County commissioners to prohibit pet stores from selling dogs purchased from puppy mills. (Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:38:49 GMT)

Pet shop owner claims fish is 43, weighs 20 pounds
It sounds fishy but a New York City pet shop owner says it's true. Buttkiss, the black pacu he owns, is 43 and weighs 20 pounds. A pacu is a breed that's related to the piranha. Steve Gruebel owns Cameo Pet Shop in Queens. He got Buttkiss in 1967 when he was just a wee thing. He sold him a ... (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:46:15 GMT)

AVMA and WebMD Join Forces to Offer Online Pet Information
SCHAUMBURG, Ill., March 9 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and WebMD have teamed up to launch a pet health community called the Pet Health Exchange. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:15:44 GMT)

PET project: Using organic catalysts to make more biodegradable plastics
Whereas most discarded plastic water and beverage bottles (those imprinted with a number 1 within a triangular arrow) can be recycled , the resulting second-generation plastic is generally unusable for making new plastic bottles. This is because the polyethylene terephthalate (PET) thermoplastic polymer used to make the original bottles is often made with the help of metal oxide or metal ... (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 22:38:14 GMT)

Pet-food recall expanded
Nature's Variety pet- food maker has expanded its recall of chicken-based products because of potential Salmonella contamination. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:32:00 GMT)

Humane Society hosts free pet adoptions this weekend
Free pet adoptions are planned from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Sunday and from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday at the Nevada Humane Society, 2825 Longley Lane, Suite B. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:25:55 GMT)

Some Nature's Variety pet foods recalled
LINCOLN, Neb., March 9 (UPI) -- Nature's Variety Inc. says it's recalling its chicken formula raw frozen diets for dogs and cats because the pet food might be contaminated with bacteria. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:03:43 GMT)

Nature's Variety Expands Pet Food Recall
Nature's Variety pet food company expanded a recall of some chicken flavored pet food. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:51:19 GMT)

NYC pet shop owner claims Buttkiss the fish is 43 and weighs 20 pounds
NEW YORK - It sounds fishy but a New York City pet shop owner says it's true. Buttkiss, the black pacu he owns, is 43 and weighs 20 pounds. A pacu is a breed that's related to the piranha. Steve Gruebel owns Cameo Pet Shop in Queens. He got Buttkiss in 1967 when he was just a wee thing. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:50:16 GMT)

Group calls for ban on pet store sale of dogs and cats in Palm Beach County
Group calls for ban on pet store sale of dogs and cats in Palm Beach County (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:12:02 GMT)

Pet Shop Owner Claims Fish Is 43, Weighs 20 Pounds
NYC Pet Shop Owner Claims Buttkiss The Fish Is 43 And Weighs 20 Pounds (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 19:31:33 GMT)

Manufacturer expands recall of chicken-flavored pet food over salmonella concerns
LINCOLN, Neb. - Nature's Variety has expanded its recall of chicken-flavored pet food because of concerns over salmonella. The Lincoln, Neb.-based company said Monday that the raw, frozen food is be... (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:38:22 GMT)

Family pet viciously attacked by neighbour's dogs
Sandy, a terrier-poodle crossbreed and beloved family pet in St. Lawrence, will turn 14 next month. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:17:50 GMT)

Manufacturer Expands Pet Food Recall
Manufacturer expands recall of chicken-flavored pet food over salmonella concerns Pet food - Business - Animal - Pets - Health (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:01:51 GMT)

Manufacturer expands pet food recall
Nature's Variety has expanded its recall of chicken-flavored pet food because of concerns over salmonella. The Lincoln, Neb.-based company said Monday that the raw, frozen food is being recalled because it could be contaminated with salmonella. The recall... Pet food - Business - Product recall - Pet Supplies - Consumer Goods and Services (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:00:12 GMT)

Manufacturer expands pet food recall
Manufacturer expands recall of chicken-flavored pet food over salmonella concerns (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:47:16 GMT)

Manufacturer expands pet food recall
Nature's Variety has expanded its recall of chicken-flavored pet food because of concerns over salmonella. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:36:25 GMT)

Plan to force dog owners to pay £500 to insure their pet 'will penalise responsible owners'
Dog owners may be forced to pay for insurance to cover damage or injuries their pet causes, ministers will propose today. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:50:03 GMT)

Pet shop manager caught stealing penguin from Japanese zoo
A pet shop manager has been caught attempting to steal a penguin from a zoo in southern Japan. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:15:54 GMT)

Woman says Craigslist pet sitter stole jewelry
She needed a pet sitter. Elaine Burger says the person she hired stole thousands in jewelry. (Tue, 09 Mar 2010 05:24:37 GMT)

Crime › Pet shop manager caught stealing zoo animals, including a penguin
A sticky-fingered pet shop manager who has been arrested for stealing a Humboldt Penguin from Nagasaki Bio Park was slapped with additional charges from police… (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:41:36 GMT)

Bank Sued Over 'Invasion' Of Wrong House, Pet Theft, Damages
A Gibsonia homeowner accuses her mortgage company of stealing her pet parrot -- and that's not all. In a lawsuit, Angela Iannelli says the company mistakenly targeted her house for foreclosure and staged a home invasion, cutting her utilities and even pouring antifreeze into the pipes. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:07:37 GMT)

Edmonds shopping center taps pet industry
It's all about animals at Firdale Village in Edmonds. A dog cafe, grooming business, pet acupuncture practice and a warm-water therapy center all call the shopping center home. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:59:00 GMT)

Tips for pet owners who buy medication online
The Food and Drug Administration has guidelines for finding legal pet pharmacies. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:52:51 GMT)

Greyhounds Take Center Stage at Waco Pet Store
A local pet store had a couple of four legged visitors in Waco Saturday to promote animal adoptions. "Greyhound Pets of America" set up shop in Petco Saturday afternoon so that families could learn about their organization, pet adoptions, and Greyhounds. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:12:35 GMT)

Helping your child cope when a pet dies
Your dog or cat has been a member of the family for years. Now that your pet is gone, how can you help your grieving child deal with the loss? (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 21:04:03 GMT)

Fish story: Pet shop owner says his is 43 years old and 20 pounds
It sounds fishy but a New York City pet shop owner says it's true. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:32:49 GMT)

Pet Sitters International Celebrates Excellence in the Industry
Professional Pet Sitters Week, March 7-13, salutes pet-care providers’ contributions. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:28:00 GMT)

Calloway County Humane Society holds pet ID clinic
CALLOWAY COUNTY, Ky. - The Humane Society of Calloway County and Murray State University 's Animal Health Technology/Pre-veterinary Club are hosting their annual Animal Health Technology and Pet ID Day on Sat., Mar. 13 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Carmen Pavilion. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:22:33 GMT)

SOLAS: Spring-A-Pet fundraiser starts Saturday, runs through April 4
March is finally here, which means that spring can’t be far behind! Petco’s “Spring-A-Pet Fundraiser” – running Saturday through April 4 – helps give pets in need a new beginning. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:18:46 GMT)

People for Animals holds a pet adoption event in Bridgewater on March 21
People for Animals, a nonprofit animal welfare organization serving New Jersey, will sponsor a dog adoption event on Sunday March 21 from 11:00 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Pet Smart store in Bridgewater’s Promenade Mall, intersection of Routes 28 and 287. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:27:06 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Announces Completion of Early Settlement and Receipt of Required Consents to Its Tender Offer and ...
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.----Central Garden & Pet Company today announced that it has received tenders and consents from the holders of $135,182,000 in aggregate principal amount, or approximately 90.1 percent, of its outstanding $150,000,000 9-1/8% Senior Subordinated Notes due 2013 as of the expiration of the consent payment deadline, which was March 5, 2010, at 5:00 p.m., New York City time . (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:30:00 GMT)

QUEENS: Pet Shop Owner Has 43-Year-Old, 20-Pound Fish
It sounds fishy but a New York City pet shop owner says it's true. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:22:34 GMT)

Play bingo for Save-a-Pet at weekly Palm Springs fundraisers
Bingo fans now have an opportunity each week to play the game to benefit animals. At 7 p.m. every Monday through April 26, Georgie's Alibi will host bingo fundraisers for Save-A-Pet. There's no fee to play, but donations are accepted for the no-kill shelter. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 09:28:00 GMT)

Pet of the Week 3/6/10
The Valley Humane Society’s featured pet this week is Ruby, a 1-year-old spayed female house cat. The society’s shelter is located on Trekell Road just north of Interstate 8. The shelter hours are Thursday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Other pets ready for adoption can be seen on the society’s Web site: www.vhs.petfinder.com. The city of Casa Grande/Animal Care ... (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:37:46 GMT)

Your Health: Low-cost pet vaccines in Lake Co.
Need a shot for kitty or poochie? The Lake County Health Department will offer special low-cost pet vaccinations from 2 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 17, at the animal-care facility, 29278 N. Route 83 in Mundelein. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:36:57 GMT)

Pet of the Week
Every week, we try and find a loving home for our pet of the week... This week, we have Nokia.... He is an estimated 18 month old, male akita. Nokia has been at the impound since February 24th... and workers say might need a home with a big backyard.. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 05:11:15 GMT)

Pet-food donation drive
The Celtic Club's St. Pet’s Day food donation drive from today through March 17 will benefit local humane and pet rescue groups. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 05:06:07 GMT)

Plea deal considered for man accused of shooting his pet parrot
MORRISTOWN — Prosecutors will make a plea offer by next month to a 67-year-old Randolph man accused of shooting his pet African grey parrot to death last year because the creature's squawks annoyed him as he watched NASCAR. (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:39:02 GMT)

Fashion exhibit all fur fun at annual Rhode Island Pet Show
Park Avenue Pets Fashion Show gives pet dogs a chance to charm the crowd (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:16:48 GMT)

Leading article: The politics of pet projects
The Conservatives' accusation that Labour is engaging in a "scorched earth" policy by locking government into contracts that will be expensive and difficult to break after the next election is a little too dramatic. The flurry of pre-election Government activity that we report today seems more likely to be designed to protect various pet projects, rather than to waste public money (not least ... (Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:05:44 GMT)

Stay connected with pet lovers
By AMY LORENTZEN Associated Press Cynthia Frank is one of a growing number of pet owners using social networking sites to show off their animals and connect with other pet lovers. Since she and her husband separated, Frank can’t be with her dog, Scout, every day, but she can share news about her and get updates on Dogbook, a third-party application of Facebook. (Sun, 07 Mar 2010 12:15:45 GMT)

Positron Sells Attrius™ PET Scanner To Ochsner Health Systems
Positron Corporation (OTCBB:POSC) a molecular imaging solutions company focused on Nuclear Cardiology, announced the sale of its AttriusTM PET scanner to Ochsner Health System of Louisiana. The Attrius™ is the only PET scanner on the market optimized for myocardial perfusion imaging with several specialized features making it the scanner of choice for nuclear cardiologist's who value high ... (Sun, 07 Mar 2010 11:34:25 GMT)

Pet fair teaches about animals
Karina Lopez, 9, cares about animals and Saturday wanted to pick up a few tips so she could be a better pet owner. (Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:32:45 GMT)

Pet vaccination clinic offered Saturday
New Hope Animal Rescue Center will sponsor a pet vaccination clinic this Saturday at Rural King on South Green Street. The 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. clinic is open to any pet, regardless of the owner’s income or where the pet was originally adopted. (Sun, 07 Mar 2010 06:10:36 GMT)

Free pet adoptions risky
Neutering and spaying your pet is part of the responsibility of being a good owner. Veterinary care, proper nutrition, preventive medication, grooming and licensing also are expenses of being a good owner. Unfortunately, some people don't think of those expenses. (Sun, 07 Mar 2010 05:08:01 GMT)

Husky leads pet contest votes
A sleepy, couch-hogging Husky named Missy leads the voting to become the top dog in the Sun Herald Pet Calendar Contest. (Sun, 07 Mar 2010 04:54:12 GMT)

Adopt a pet: March 6
Pet adoptions for the week. (Sun, 07 Mar 2010 04:09:07 GMT)

Number of abandoned pooches at dog parks alarms pet owners
Dog parks must be created for days such as Saturday, when the sun poked out long enough to shimmer on White Rock Lake. One by one, winter-weary pet owners drifted to Mockingbird Point Dog Park with no greater purpose in mind than letting their pooches run free. (Sun, 07 Mar 2010 02:54:30 GMT)

Pet Tropicana exhibition in Prague, Czech Republic
Visitors look at plants and animals made out of plastic bottles that are displayed at the Pet Tropicana exhibition at the Fata Morgana Tropical Greenhouse at the botanical bardens in Prague, Czech Republic. (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 22:08:57 GMT)

Dozens of Animals Seized from Pet Boarding Facility
The state Department of Agriculture and the Guilford County Sheriff's Office removed 39 animals from a pet boarding facility Friday. (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 21:00:52 GMT)

Rabies clinic set for pet adoption center
If it’s time for your pet’s annual rabies vaccination, Saturday’s the day to get it done. Burlington Animal Services is hosting a rabies clinic from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Pet Adoption Center. The center is at 221 Stone Quarry Road in Haw River.... (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 20:58:25 GMT)

Rabid animals causing concern for pet owners
TUCSON - According to the Pima Animal Care Center, 6 skunks and 2 javelinas have come up positive for rabies right here in Pima County. So pet owners are being urged to be careful, especially during the spring and summer. (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 19:29:54 GMT)

Scores line up for free pet food
Like many these days Cyndi Loveless has had a difficult year. But there was one thing she would not give up: her cats and dogs. So she gladly accepted a donation of pet food. (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 17:02:07 GMT)

Be responsible pet owners, public told
Even if the number of rabies cases in the country went down by 18 percent last year, health experts advised the public Saturday to become responsible pet owners as majority of rabies cases are caused by pet dogs. Speaking in Makati City to mark Rabies Awareness Month, Dr. Raffy Deray, head of the Department of Health (DoH)-National Center for Disease Prevention and Control (NCDPC), said rabies ... (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:03:57 GMT)

Neil Nitin Mukesh wants a pet
Neil Nitin Mukesh is harbouring a new fantasy these days. The actor wants to own a pet desperately, but is worried about his mom who is against all kind of pets. Now, Neil has a new idea. The actor is planning to shift into a bigger pad so that he can accommodate his pet too. Reportedly, Neil is planning to shift his base from Nepean Sea Road to Worli. The actor believes that once he shifts into ... (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 09:49:52 GMT)

Humane society to hold pet adoption in Florence
FLORENCE — The Florence Area Humane Society will have a pet adoption from noon to 4 p.m. March 13 at the new PetSmart in Florence. The society expects to have puppies and a few cats and dogs available for the event. (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 04:47:15 GMT)

Jacksonville Journal: Pet food bank needs more donations
Pet food bank needs more donations (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 04:36:12 GMT)

Portland pet food bank among winners of veterinary awards
Larry Chusid, founder of The Pongo Fund pet food bank wins the Veterinary Service Award, one of three awards announced so far (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 02:45:59 GMT)

Man dashes out of pet store door with grow lamp
SPOKANE -- Spokane Police are looking for two men who stole a grow lamp from a North Spokane pet store. Surveillance images from Northwest Seed at Pet on Sprauge show a tall man in a red shirt walking into the store, and then dashing out of it with unpaid items. Managers say two men picked up the grow lamp, inquired about buying it, but ran out without paying. They say they did this at the store ... (Sat, 06 Mar 2010 01:30:46 GMT)

ThePetCrib.com, a Fresh New Pet Products Web-Store, Launches
SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwire - March 5, 2010) - ThePetCrib.com announced that they have recently launched a new, improved web-store focusing on pet products and pet accessories. The community-based online web-store focuses on providing pets (and their owners) with the very best in pet products from vitamins and minerals to collars and toys. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 23:42:32 GMT)

Pet dogs pose bigger virus risk than strays
Pet dogs infect people with rabies more often than stray dogs, contrary to the public perception. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:32:15 GMT)

Voting in Sun Herald Pet Calendar Contest update
Voting continues through 5 p.m. Monday, March 8th in the Sun Herald Pet Calendar Contest. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:19:58 GMT)

Purina ONE Sets Up Pet Food Bank on Long Island
A temporary food bank has been set up at the North Shore Animal League in Port Washington where free pet food will be distributed until 7 p.m. Friday. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 19:44:10 GMT)

Family opens pet crematorium in Adrian
In mid-2009, Dave Scott, his daughter Kyla and others in the family started thinking about starting up a new business. After talking with others, and as longtime pet owners and pet lovers, the family ultimately realized there was a need in Lenawee County that they could fill: an animal cremation service. The result was Peaceful Paws Pet Cremation, which opened this week at 1135 E. Beecher St. in ... (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 19:26:12 GMT)

Naming your pet when Spot just won't do
Naming your pet when Spot just won't do (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:41:11 GMT)

Bill would end Pet Population Control Fund
A local group says stop House Bill 5689! Madison County’s non-profit alliance, Spay Neuter Illinois Pets (SNIP), is trying to stop one legislator’s plan to destroy the Pet Population Control Fund. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:27:36 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Sampson
Clearwater, Florida - Our pet of the week is Sampson. Appropriately named, Sampson is a big strong American Bulldog Mix that is almost 9 years old. He is a sweet boy that loves to be outside in the yard playing tug 'o war, it is his favorite game. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:53:28 GMT)

'Pet Sematary' Reboot
Writer of '1408' on board for new project Jeffrey Sullivan Matthew Greenberg, who wrote the script for the big-screen version of the Stephen King thriller 1408 , is returning to script the reboot of a more iconic King novel, 'Pet Sematary.' Greenberg also has written a few other horror/fantasy films, including 'Haloween H20,' 'The Prophecy II' and Reign of Fire.' (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:54:41 GMT)

Man filmed himself having sex with pet dog
A man filmed himself having sex with his pet dog, a court heard. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:35:14 GMT)

Animal shelter organizes 2010 pet fair
Preparations are underway for the May 1 pet fair and “fun-raiser” which is being sponsored by the city animal shelter and its supporters. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:06:04 GMT)

Pet groomer, skate shop share Ankeny business space
Two Uptown Ankeny shops that share a business space seem like an unlikely fit, but the owners of a pet grooming salon and a skateboard business say their arrangement is working well. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:11:29 GMT)

Pet Sematary Writer Found
After years sitting quietly in development hell, Paramount Pictures may be gaining traction for their planned remake of Pet Sematary , based on the Stephen King tale. HR is reporting the studio has hired writer Matthew Greenberg to script out a revision of the film which was originally adapted into feature form in 1989. The screenwriter has some history delving into the imagination of King... (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:01:14 GMT)

3 people, 1 pet unhurt after apartment fire
Two men, a woman and her pet were safe this morning after a fire broke out between their two apartments in the 7300 block of Mill Run. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:58:15 GMT)

UK celebrates 10 years of in-flight pet safety
The UK's Pet Travel Scheme is this year celebrating its 10th birthday. For the last 10 years, pets have been able to travel to and from the UK without being placed into quarantine, as long as they fulfilled certain important disease control criteria and have their own "pet passport". (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:35:51 GMT)

Pet Care Fair on Saturday
Education, advice and tips on how to work with animals will be part of Saturday's Pet Care Fair. The fair will be from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Grant Wood School Gymnasium, 1930 Lakeside Drive. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 09:30:04 GMT)

1408 Screenwriter Boards Pet Sematary
Matt Greenberg, who co-wrote the Stephen King adaptation 1408 , is is taking an updated version of King's "Pet Sematary." Lorenzo di Bonaventura and Steven Schneider are producing the film at Paramount. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:45:06 GMT)

Dear Margo: Trouble With a Hairy, Scary 'Pet'
Is it safe to have a tarantula around a baby? Margo Howard’s bright advice … Margo Howard | Today 12:00 am Trouble With a Hairy, Scary ‘Pet’ Dear Margo: Here’s a new one for you — I’m assuming, as it’s a pretty ridiculous situation. Two years ago, my husband begged for a tarantula, and after too many cocktails, I bought him one for his birthday. I am scared to death of spiders and have had buyer ... (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:14:10 GMT)

PET OF THE DAY
Katy, a 1-year-old female domestic shorthair mix, is the featured pet of the day for the Humane Soci (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:55:24 GMT)

'Pet Sematary' redo taps '1408' scribe
Matthew Greenberg, who wrote the Stephen King adaptation "1408," is heading back to King territory with "Pet Sematary." (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:15:37 GMT)

Refunds ordered for pet-cemetery lot owners
The state Attorney General's Office has reached a settlement with the Humane Society of Lebanon County on a year-old complaint filed by pet cemetery plot owners, who were angered when the society moved grave markers. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 03:10:27 GMT)

Pet of the week - Dee
DEE was surrendered to the RSPCA after her owners had to move to a rented home and, like so many pet owners in WA, were no longer able to keep animals. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 02:51:03 GMT)

Get your pet tagged and chipped for less
Pet Tales has compiled tips and bargain prices on microchips and new ID tags. (Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:37:51 GMT)

Adopt a pet at Fallbrook Fertilizer
FALLBROOK Fallbrook Fertilizer will be hosting a pet adoption on Saturday, March 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at their Customer Appreciation Day event, in an effort to assist the non-profit Fallbrook Animal Sanctuary. The event will include food, prizes and information from vendors. The location is 215 W. Fallbrook Street. For more information, see www.fallbrookanimalsanctuary.org ... (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:17:31 GMT)

Pet Bite Etiquette 101: Who pays when teeth fly?
Animal aggression has a way of eliciting a wide range of human behavior, which is why I'd like to offer my advice for pet-bite etiquette. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 21:16:35 GMT)

Florence bank holds Adopt-A-Pet day
Florence Savings Bank celebrated Adopt-A-Pet day at four of their locations on Thursday, March 4th. 22News decided to find out what Adopt-A-Pet is all about. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:39:44 GMT)

The Pet Corner
Adoptables from the Humboldt County Animal Shelter and Bones Pet Rescue By Jean Durbin Shelter Correspondent 1. TEQUILA: Looking for a great all-around, happy, easy-going companion? (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:23:34 GMT)

Nelson Davis: TWITTER AND THE PET ROCK
Early in 1975, Gary Dahl a California advertising executive came up with the idea of the "Pet Rock" which quickly became a pop culture phenomenon... (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 19:16:39 GMT)

AG Reaches Settlement In Pet Cemetery Shutdown
The state attorney general's office said it has reached a settlement in connection with the shutdown of a Lebanon County pet cemetery. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:03:33 GMT)

Lebanon Humane Society ordered to offer pet cemetery refunds
Owners of pets buried in a pet cemetery at the Humane Society of Lebanon County will have to be offered refunds for closure of the cemetery, state Attorney General Tom Corbett announced today. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:42:23 GMT)

More than 700 fish mysteriously die at pet store
The owners of a Scarborough exotic pet store suspect someone deliberately poisoned about 700 exotic fish in aquariums. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:58:48 GMT)

If It's Cold for You, It Can Be Dangerous for Your Pet
Veterinarian Marty Becker visited "Good Morning America" today to discuss ways to help protect your pet this winter. He said the basic rule is if you're not comfortable in the cold, your pet probably isn't either. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:14:03 GMT)

UPDATE: Changes approved to Starkville pet ordinance
STARKVILLE — Starkville officials have voted to limit the amount of time pets can be restrained outdoors. The board of aldermen voted Tuesday to make changes in the local pet ordinance. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:10:52 GMT)

Plea deal considered for Randolph man accused of killing pet parrot during NASCAR race
Prosecutors will make a plea offer by next month to a 67-year-old Randolph man accused of shooting his pet African grey parrot to death last year because the creature's squawks annoyed him as he watched NASCAR. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:02:43 GMT)

Burglar kills family pet, ransacks Holly Township home
Holly Twp. — A home invasion has left the Yagiela family with a dead pet, a ransacked house and many stolen belongings. On Tuesday, Feb. 16, Mike Yagiela left his house on Belford Road at 9 a.m. and returned at 2 p.m. His door was kicked in, and the entire house was torn apart. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 11:29:15 GMT)

Pet adoptions
Here is a list of pet adoptions being held by local rescue groups. All animals are spayed/neutered and current on vaccinations.Dogs: Dogs 2nd Chance, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Saturday, Hollywood Feed, 2648 Broad. $150. dogs2ndchance.org.Dogs: Horse Creek Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, PetCo, 7680 Poplar in Germantown. $50. horsecreekwildlife.org.Dogs: Mid-South Greyhound Adoption, 123 p.m ... (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:00:00 GMT)

Pet Stores Accused Of Selling Sick Pets
When it comes to the sale of sick animals, one might think one is too many. But some local pet stores can sell many and not face consequences. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:36:50 GMT)

Beach to require pet license with adoptions
VIRGINIA BEACH Two years ago, the city unveiled a plan to replace its aging animal shelter, in part by increasing pet license fees. Veterinarians were given the power to issue licenses, but the money that trickled in was below expectations. As it turns out, the city was largely missing a key revenue source: license fees for animals adopted from its own shelter. (Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:52:31 GMT)