Pet News Sep 2006

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Pet fair a tail-wagging event
Local pets had plenty to wag their tails about at the 26th annual MSPCA Walk for Animals at Boston Common yesterday. The event at the Common’s Parkman Bandstand featured a variety of competitions for pet owners and their four-legged friends, including a waggiest tail contest. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 14:26:57 GMT)

In the market for a new pet? Consider an adult animal
Baby animals are adorable, aren’t they? But there are many reasons why an adult animal makes a better pet for some families. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 14:37:20 GMT)

Breakthrough Technology Alleviates Paneling Problems in Hot-Fill Cans, Hot-Fill PET and Wide-Mouth Cans
PACK EXPO Booth S-632 -- Packagers working with hot-fill cans, hot-fill PET and wide-mouth containers, have found that traditional LN2 injection units cause too much splash, leading to variations in the amount of pressure in each finished product. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 16:17:00 GMT)

Palparan shares Army honors with pet dogs
WITH HIS PET dogs on stage and hundreds of placard-waving supporters on the parade grounds with the troops, controversial Major General Jovito Palparan Jr. had it his way on his final day in the military service. (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 18:43:25 GMT)

Breakthrough Technology Alleviates Paneling Problems in Hot-Fill Cans, Hot-Fill PET and Wide-Mouth Cans
Packagers workingwith hot-fill cans, hot-fill PET and wide-mouth containers, have found thattraditional LN2 injection units cause too much splash, leading tovariations in the amount of pressure in each finished product. Anexamination of a breakthrough new technology that can alleviate thesepaneling problems will be detailed by Cheryl Thierfelder, VP Sales andMarketing of Cryotech International (Mon, 11 Sep 2006 20:39:33 GMT)

PRESS RELEASE: Calling All Animal Lovers -- Run Your Own Pet Vet in Animal Hospital: Pet Vet 3D!
New York, NY, September 12, 2006 – Calling all animal lovers! Have tons of fun running your very own pet vet clinic in Animal Hospital: Pet Vet 3D. As doctor you’ll get to take care of fuzzy bunnies, adorable cats, dogs, horses, ponies and even piglets. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 04:21:26 GMT)

Pet Briefs
Low-cost assistance; Cat adoptions; Celebrating pet owners (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 05:06:40 GMT)

Bullet wounds man, kills pet bird
A pet parakeet was killed in the shooting. WARREN — A weekend shooting has left one man in the Trumbull County Jail and a family pet dead. Warren police are investigating the 3:45 p.m. Saturday shooting that occurred in the Palmyra Road, Ferndale Avenue area. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 05:13:32 GMT)

PUPPY POWER PET PULLS OWNER SAFELY HOME
PET pooch Carrot sprang to the rescue when her disabled owner became stranded. The two-stone spaniel managed to drag 17-stone Miriam MacDonald a mile and half home on her electric trike, which weighed another 10 stone, after its motor cut out. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 05:22:37 GMT)

Pet shop landlords hit with 424 counts
More than 400 animal cruelty and disorderly persons charges were filed yesterday against the landlords of a Camden County strip mall where animal protection officers claim 106 creatures were left unattended in a pet shop closed for a week. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 05:29:42 GMT)

Errant gunfire kills family pet
WARREN — Errant gunfire on the city’s southwest side over the weekend took the life of an unexpected victim: a family’s beloved pet bird. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 05:43:19 GMT)

Pet Briefs
The Northwest Indiana Bird Association is hosting a Fall Cutest Pet Contest. Entries must be received by Oct. 1 and must list name, address, and telephone number on the back of each photo. Fee is $5 per photo entered. Photos can be of any domestic pet and can be regular or digital prints. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 06:02:00 GMT)

Pet-friendly units tipped for better sales
UNITS in high rises sell more quickly and for higher prices if the building is pet-friendly, a real estate marketing manager said today. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 07:18:44 GMT)

Pet store looks to copy McDonald's model
A Preston pet food firm is taking a leaf out of the book of a very different member of the food industry as it looks to spread across the country. (12/09/2006 09:55:42) (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 09:07:41 GMT)

PET to summon Comelec chief over Legarda protest
THE SUPREME Court, sitting as the Presidential Electoral Tribunal (PET), has summoned Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman Benjamin Abalos to testify in connection with the election protest of former senator Loren Legarda against Vice President Noli De Castro. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 09:17:51 GMT)

Pet cat show
THE Beverley and Pocklington branch of Cats Protection is holding its popular Pet Cat Show at Beverley Memorial Hall on Saturday September 16, from 1pm. (12/09/2006 12:21:54) (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 11:33:05 GMT)

Furry Friends Fight for Freedom: Company Launches Pet Peepers Dog and Cat Diapers
(PRWEB) September 12, 2006 -- Pet incontinence is, or will be, a messy problem for the more than 143 million dog and cat owners in the U. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 12:00:00 GMT)

Tip For Lowering Pet Supply Costs
When it comes to Whiskers, the skys the limit, and of course theres nothing too good for Nibbles. But pet supplies can cost a pretty penny from kibble and clothes, to blankets, beds and bones. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 16:24:18 GMT)

PET summons Abalos to show seized ERs
The Presidential Electoral Tribunal (PET) decided yesterday to summon Chairman Benjamin Abalos of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to shed light on the alleged fake copies of election returns (ERs) obtained from the House of Representatives in connection with the protest filed by former Senator Loren Legarda against Vice President Noli de Castro. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 19:34:40 GMT)

Pet Shop Burglary
Around the 5th of February, 2006, someone broke into the "Tropical Treasures" pet store in the 3200 block of of Macon Road. The thieves took several items including two maltese puppies, a ball python and a red tail boa constrictor. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 20:06:23 GMT)

Pet shops key to desexing
IN regard to desexing cats, it is a great idea, but most of the undesexed animals come from pet shops. You cannot trust people to desex their animal in time after they have been purchased, and some people want a litter out of their cat-dog for their children to have the experience. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 20:06:44 GMT)

Choosing a Pet Sitter
Just because someone lists themselves as a "petsitter" it does not mean that he or she will give your fuzzy friend the best care. This article will show you how to know if you are leaving your pet in good hands. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 20:59:00 GMT)

Coping with the Death of Your Pet
Should I get another pet? Will my other pets grieve? What can I do for my child? What can I do to help cope? Understand how you grieve and find ways to cope with your loss. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 21:08:36 GMT)

Pet grooming business fire claims 21 dogs
The investigation continues into a blaze in Alabaster that killed 21 dogs at a pet grooming business. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 21:21:23 GMT)

Pet-A-Palooza: Shelby Humane Society participates in local pet event
Sniffing, barking, playing and outright flirting will come to Hoover Sports Park East on Saturday, with the third annual Pet-A-Palooza. This year, all donations collected will benefit Shelby County’s Humane Society, located in Columbiana. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 21:23:14 GMT)

Pet-A-Palooza an animal lovers outing
If you have a pet you love or are thinking about getting a pet to love, you can’t miss the Pet-A-Palooza on Saturday. This event is sure to be a blast, especially for dog lovers, like myself. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 21:25:25 GMT)

Pet-friendly hurricane shelter to open in Collier
COLLIER COUNTY: Collier County officials have taken a big step toward protecting pets during a hurricane. Collier County Commissioners have agreed to spend $25,000 on supplies for a new pet-friendly hurricane shelter. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 22:42:16 GMT)

County OK's Seed Money for Pet Panel Program
After years of struggle with a pet overpopulation problem, Moore County may be on the way to a solution. A committee of volunteer animal lovers has developed a plan to educate the public about the problem and to make spay/neuter procedures more readily accessible. (Tue, 12 Sep 2006 23:28:28 GMT)

New state law gives teeth to pet inheritances
A new law that went into effect in July allows devoted pet owners to make sure their animal friends are cared for in case of their deaths. Virginia is one of 38 states that now have ''pet trust'' statutes. . . . (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 04:17:29 GMT)

An adorable Shih-Tzu captivated the hearts of Rapid City Journal readers and nabbed the title of Pet Idol
Bobbie Sue — a tiny silver and white Shih-Tzu — received the most votes in the Rapid City Journal’s Pet Idol competition held recently. Moreover, the 13-year-old petite pooch from Spearfish captured the hearts of many through the contest, her mama, Joan Bockwoldt of Spearfish, said. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 05:53:32 GMT)

Appeal after thieves steal rare tortoise from pet shop
ANIMAL thieves are being urged to return a rare tortoise after it was stolen from an Ashington pet shop. (13/09/2006 07:36:44) (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 06:41:27 GMT)

Lost pet tips
When your dog or cat strays from home it can be very traumatic. Now, some basic tips to help reunite you with your pet. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 11:48:18 GMT)

Pet Butler, Nation's Top Pet Waste Cleanup Service, Adds Five New Franchises
DALLAS----Sept. 13, 2006--Pet Butler, the nation's leading pet cleanup service, has accelerated its coast-to-coast expansion by opening five franchisee-owned offices in five states, bringing its total number of franchises to 45. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 13:30:00 GMT)

Noxious smell that led to charges against pet-food firm
PET-food firm Caiman of Caithness Ltd ran the risk of further criminal charges if it continued to run its Thurso plant in defiance of public health regulations, the Courier reported on September 15, 1982. The warning was issued at Wick Sheriff Court by Sheriff Ewen Stewart after he had fined Caiman a total of £360 for violating district council bye-laws in the operation of its factory. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 14:23:46 GMT)

Only Natural Pet Store Celebrates Anniversary With Major Milestones
After two years in business, Only Natural Pet Store reported increased sales of 132% in the first six months of 2006 over the first six months of 2005. The company's tremendous growth reflects a developing trend of interest in natural and organic products, as well as recognition of a growing market for pet products and pet care. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 15:00:00 GMT)

Lawyer downplays PET decision on Legarda poll protest
Election lawyer Romulo Macalintal downplayed Wednesday the decision of Presidential Electoral Tribunal (PET) to allow ex-senator Loren Legarda to present witnesses and evidence in her election protest against Vice-President Noli de Castro. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 16:30:07 GMT)

Police: Coyote Possibly Behind Carmel Pet Killings
A coyote may be responsible for the recent killings of five cats and one dog in the Carmel area, police said. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 20:28:26 GMT)

Pet Butler looks to clean up in St. Louis
Rodney Berry has opened a Pet Butler franchise location in Fenton, Mo., one of the firm's five new franchisee-owned offices in five states, the company said Wednesday. The pet cleanup service, which began its franchise program a year ago, now operates 45 franchises nationwide. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 22:06:13 GMT)

New service makes it easier to find a pet
REDLANDS - Police are making it even easier to find a pet at the local animal shelter. According to police spokesman Carl Baker, Redlands police have joined with a free service called Pet Finder. (Wed, 13 Sep 2006 22:59:18 GMT)

QUALITY PET FOOD & ACCESSORIES FOR DOGS, CATS & SMALL ANIMALS. THE PET BARN
QUALITY PET FOOD & ACCESSORIES FOR DOGS, CATS & SMALL ANIMALS. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 01:17:48 GMT)

Despite Pledges, Congress Clings to Pet Projects
Lawmakers vowed to respond to bribery scandals with reforms, but their pledges have come to next to nothing. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 02:31:50 GMT)

Oldham, Johnston, Wolf Pay Tribute to Pet Sounds
We need not laundry list the stars of indie and mainstream alike who cite The Beach Boys' 1966 masterpiece Pet Sounds as a profound influence--instead we'll make animal noises! C'mon everybody! Woof for Will Johnson's Centro-Matic! Howl for Patrick Wolf! Oink for Oldham Brothers! (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 02:32:54 GMT)

The Pet PlacePleasing folks for 40 years. HOLDENGROOMING at 196 CAMPBELL STREET
The Pet PlacePleasing folks for 40 years. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 03:47:45 GMT)

Quick hits: Pet franchises
Pet stores, grooming shops, kennels and dog bakeries are common pet-related franchises. But perhaps the most unusual is Pet Butler, a service that collects dog waste and disposes of it properly for a fee. The Dallas-based company began selling franchises last year and has 17 nationwide. Sales of pet franchises rose 116 percent from 2000 to 2004, according to Frandata, an independent provider of (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 06:07:35 GMT)

Pet of the week
Pet: Meet Isiah, a handsome 1-year-old German Shepherd mix. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 06:35:52 GMT)

PetSmart plans pet adoption
Friday through Sunday, PetSmart will hold its National Fall Pet Adoption Weekend. Local animal rescues and welfare groups will unite this weekend to help decrease find quality homes for homeless animals. The groups will offer information on animal rescue, welfare and public education and will have animals available for adoption. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 06:39:38 GMT)

Speedzapper Visits With Pet Owners
We've seen the loss and the sorrow in a pet owner's eyes. "They took somebody I love... somebody that was part of the family." We've heard the stories and the claims of speeders ruining lives. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 09:11:19 GMT)

Pet Ohana: Send in your questions
Since May 2001, "Pet Ohana" has offered information and insight from the Hawaiian Humane Society on animal issues in the Star-Bulletin's Friday Today section. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 12:27:13 GMT)

Pet of the Week
This 4-year-old spayed female Labrador retriever mix is available for adoption at the Veterinary Treatment Facility. Several family-friendly pets are available for adoption at the VTF. Every pet adopted will be vaccinated, microchipped, fecal checked, and heartworm or feline leukemia tested. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 17:23:53 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet to Present at Bank of America 36th Annual Investment Conference on September 18, 2006
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.----Sept. 14, 2006--Central Garden & Pet Company announced today that Management will present to investors at the Bank of America 36th Annual Investment Conference in San Francisco on September 18, 2006. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 19:45:00 GMT)

SINGLES EVENT FOR PET-LOVING SINGLES
Perfectly Spoiled Pet Boutique and Great Date Now, personalized matchmaking, are hosting a "Singles Yappy Hour" Fri 6-8 p.m., at the boutique, 125 Broad St., Milford. Bring a well-behaved dog, leashed and up to date on all city and state required immunizations. (Thu, 14 Sep 2006 22:57:06 GMT)

Adopt-A-Pet Hi my name is HOLLY and I look alot cuter in person. Ive been here
Adopt-A-Pet Hi my name is HOLLY and I look alot cuter in person. I’ve been here at the Shelter since December 18, 2005 and that’s a long time!! I am only about a year old and am very sweet and loving. I love to play and cuddle. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 02:14:19 GMT)

House to Require Names on Pet Projects
The internal rule would require lawmakers to sign their names to some of the items they sponsor but would only apply to a fraction of such provisions. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 03:45:50 GMT)

PetSmart plans pet adoption
Friday through Sunday, PetSmart will hold its National Fall Pet Adoption Weekend. Local animal rescues and welfare groups will unite this weekend to help find quality homes for homeless animals. The groups will offer information on animal rescue, welfare and public education and will have animals available for adoption. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 06:39:27 GMT)

Attackers slash pet horse in paddock
A devastated horse owner last night said she was "heartbroken" after her pet was slashed in a brutal attack. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 10:46:41 GMT)

Hypoglycemic Puppy Stolen From Orlando Pet Store
Two women were caught on surveillance video stealing a $1,5000 dog that could die if it does not receive medication, according to police. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 11:21:00 GMT)

FETCH! Pet Care(TM) Expands Into Pennsylvania's Montgomery County
FETCH! Pet Care, America's largest and most sophisticated pet care franchise offering professional pet sitting and dog walking services, today announced it has launched a new location in Pennsylvania's Montgomery County region to provide area residents with unsurpassed pet care services. This new franchise marks the 48th FETCH! Pet Care location that, in aggregate, now service over 900 cities (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 11:30:00 GMT)

Hypoglycemic Puppy Stolen From Pet Store
Two women were caught on surveillance video stealing a $1,500 dog that could die if it does not receive medication, according to police. Police said the women took the Chihuahua puppy from the Puppy Stop pet store located on Colonial Drive in Orlando. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 11:43:11 GMT)

Have you ever had your pet animal blessed?
Pet owners have the chance to get their furry friends blessed at a special church service in south Croydon this month. The annual pet blessing day at St Peter's Church will take place on September 24 at 3pm to raise money for the veterinary charity PDSA. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 11:45:34 GMT)

FETCH! Pet Care(TM) Expands Into Northwest San Antonio, Texas
FETCH! Pet Care, America's largest and most sophisticated pet care franchise offering professional pet sitting and dog walking services, today announced it has launched a new location in the Northwest San Antonio region of Texas to provide area residents with unsurpassed pet care services. This new franchise marks the 49th FETCH! Pet Care location that, in aggregate, now service over 900 cities (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 13:30:00 GMT)

Whys and hows of euthanizing a pet
Once a pet owner decides to put their pet down, many of them call on a veterinarian to “euthanize” the animal. “Its very quick and painless,” said Laskaska. “We use an IV to inject the animal and in most cases, the patient is gone even before the procedure is complete. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 14:35:27 GMT)

Pet contest
The first Stark County â€œPurrfectâ€ Pet Contest and petting zoo will be Saturday in Wyoming, during the Stark County Fall Festival Drive. The event will be held in the parking lot at the Wyoming Veterinary Clinic. Registration begins at 1 p.m. with the contest starting at 1:30 p.m. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 16:15:49 GMT)

PET PLEA Missouri woman wants to take monkey to restaurants
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) -- A southwest Missouri woman has asked the Springfield-Greene County Health Department to allow her to take her pet monkey into local restaurants as a service animal. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 16:54:54 GMT)

SOLAS to pay pet adoption fees through Saturday
The Council Bluffs Animal Shelter, 2821 S. 15th St., is still overflowing with animals. To encourage you to come and adopt a pet from our shelter, SOLAS will pay the adoption fee for all animals adopted from our shelter through Saturday. (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 17:09:07 GMT)

Pet calendar
GENERAL ANIMAL HUMANE SOCIETY EVENTS: Pet Loss Support Group. 7 p.m. Mon. Yappy Hour. 5:30-7 p.m. Fri. Animal Humane Society Golden Valley, 845 N. Meadow Lane, Golden Valley. $10. 763-522-4325. WOOFSTOCK: Events for pets and their owners to benefit Homeward Bound Animal Rescue. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. today. Camp Bow Wow, 14205 Ewing Av., Burnsville. PETS AND PICASSO GALA: Canine fashion show, silent (Fri, 15 Sep 2006 22:38:45 GMT)

£1m grant puts Cambrian Pet Foods into another league
A WEST Wales pet food manufacturer is expected to create 35 jobs and significantly increase turnover as a result of winning £1m in grant aid. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 03:51:24 GMT)

Pet Products
The Pet Zone Lift-n-Aid harness is made for larger dogs experiencing arthritis, hip dysplasia or limited mobility. Designed to support the rib cage, the harness makes it easy to maneuver larger dogs without lifting the entire weight of the pet. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 06:13:05 GMT)

£1m grant boosts Cambrian Pet Foods
A WEST Wales pet food manufacturer is expected to create 35 jobs and significantly increase turnover as a result of winning £1m in grant aid. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 08:21:34 GMT)

How to deal with your kids when a pet dies
Dealing with the loss of a pet is very sad for a family, and explaining the death of a pet to children can be a challenge during this difficult time. Here are some ideas how to approach a discussion about the death of a pet with your kids. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 09:39:57 GMT)

Pet Vet: Insurer lists top disease claims in pets
The Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. has released information about the top animal diseases that the firm paid claims on for the year 2005. This list is an indicator of what animal's main health issues might be. They are biased a little as most animals th ... (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 09:43:58 GMT)

Your Pet: Err on the side of caution when dog keeps vomiting
Determining when a sick pet needs to visit a vet is difficult. If your pet vomits more than once or acts depressed and is not quite herself, a vet should see her as soon as possible. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 12:03:11 GMT)

Oregon man misses his pet black bear
COOS BAY, Ore. -- A man who raised an orphaned bear cub at his home before the animal was confiscated by Oregon State Police says he misses his former pet. (Sat, 16 Sep 2006 13:46:43 GMT)

Franciscan to hold Sept. 30 pet blessing
The Rev. Dominic Scotto, TOR, university chaplain, invites pet owners of the local community to the annual pet blessing Sept. 30 on campus on the Portiuncula Chapel lawn. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 04:08:48 GMT)

'Say cheesy treat': Just picture your pet as the star of a photo competition
Are you handy with a camera and have a cute pet? (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 04:24:08 GMT)

Alliance hosts low-cost pet vaccinations event
The Responsible Pet Owner Alliance is sponsoring "Responsible Pet Ownership Day," today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Lou Hamilton Community Center, Lady Bird Johnson Park, 10700 Nacogdoches. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 05:16:06 GMT)

What Makes A Pet Happy - Our Duty Of Care
The BVA (British Veterinary Association) Animal Welfare Foundation (BVA AWF) has produced a practical leaflet designed to enable veterinary surgeons to assist pet owners meet the 'duty of care' that next year's Animal Welfare Act will introduce. [click link for full article] (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 07:06:50 GMT)

Camp votes for southern fence, names on pet projects
Rep. Dave Camp, R-Midland, voted Thursday for 700 miles of fence along the U.S.-Mexican border. He also voted to require lawmakers to put their names on some of the pet projects they want their colleagues to approve in major tax and spending bills. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 07:41:28 GMT)

Adopt-A-Pet ecstatic over granting of special use permit
Fenton Twp. - An old fraternity house on Fenton Road is literally going to the dogs and cats since Adopt-A-Pet of Fenton has their sights on purchasing it and establishing a new location for their organization. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 08:24:13 GMT)

Pet stains need prompt attention
McCLATCHY TRIBUNE Everyone loves to bring a new puppy or kitten into the family. But while fun and cuddly, a young pet requires a good deal of training, especially when it comes to house breaking. (Sun, 17 Sep 2006 11:51:00 GMT)

Enter your pet into a cutest pet photo contest
All pet owners are welcome to try for their share of the prizes in the International Pet Owners Club’s 2006 Fall Cutest Pet Photo Contest in Pittsburg, Kan. More than $10,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 02:45:29 GMT)

Ace Ventura Deluxe Double Feature (Pet Detective / When Nature Calls)
Warner Bros. // PG-13 // $19.98 // September 5, 2006 It's always fun to glance back at a celebrity's formative years, but Tom Shadyac's Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994, at top and below left) was hardly the first time we'd seen Jim Carrey in full-on goofy mode. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 05:15:49 GMT)

Pet-business owners swap desk chains for leashes
Pet stores, grooming shops, kennels and dog bakeries are some of the more common pet-related franchises that have sprouted in the past five years. But perhaps the most unusual is Pet Butler, a service that collects dog waste and disposes of it properly for a fee. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 06:50:35 GMT)

Pet cemetery owner part of 61-year family legacy
Michele Glass doesn't think National Pet Memorial Day should go by unnoticed. Glass, a local pet cemetery owner, marked the day -- Sept. 10 -- by lighting candles inside dozens of red ``remembrance lights'' that dot the Boston Hills Pet Memorial Park on Walters Road in Hudson. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 07:32:56 GMT)

Treating a pet urination spot around the home
Everyone loves to bring a new puppy or kitten into the family. But while fun and cuddly, a young pet requires a good deal of training, especially when it comes to house breaking. Damage from pet stains can vary, depending on the makeup of the pet's diet, age, health, sex and reproductive cycles. If left unattended, pet urine can damage carpet. Many, but not all, pet stains can be treated. Try (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 08:19:34 GMT)

Sex pest caught by own pet
One of Lancashire's most prolific sex pests is behind bars...after his pet rottweiler led to his capture. (18/09/2006 11:19:35) (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 10:35:06 GMT)

Horror attack on pet
INFORMATION is being sought to catch the culprits responsible for shooting a young family's pet cat with a crossbow, seriously injuring it and leaving his devastated owners with a huge medical bill. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 10:49:13 GMT)

PET tracks cancer treatment
Researchers are using positron emission tomography (PET) scanning to track the progress of virus therapies as they attack cancer cells inside a living body, without using invasive techniques. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 12:52:43 GMT)

Pet cemetery owner part of 61-year family legacy
Michele Glass doesn't think National Pet Memorial Day should go by unnoticed. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 14:08:36 GMT)

Pet Expert
Rumford Pet Center is located at 865 Warren Ave. East Providence Rhode Island. Rumford Pet Center has been helping people find the best pet for over 68 years. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 19:09:22 GMT)

Senior airman gets 18 weeks for improperly killing pet dog
BURY ST. EDMUNDS, England — A 48th Fighter Wing security forces member was led from the courtroom in handcuffs Monday morning after he was sentenced to 18 weeks in jail for the admitted slaying of his pet dog. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 20:37:01 GMT)

Saying goodbye to a pet
It's hard to say goodbye to a beloved pet — and sometimes it's difficult to know when the right time is. Experts offer guidance on what to watch for, and ideas to honor a pet's memory. (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 23:19:52 GMT)

Puppy Nabbed From New Hampshire Pet Store
A pet store in New Hampshire is on the lookout for a puppy that was taken on Friday night. Alex Walker of the Little Shop of Pets told the Portsmouth Herald he was the only one working at the store when the suspect and his alleged accomplice walked into the store. More Pets And Animals News (Mon, 18 Sep 2006 23:38:44 GMT)

Church plans pet blessing Oct. 1
New Covenant United Methodist Church will offer a pet blessing ceremony from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 1 at Hafer Park, which is at Ninth and Bryant. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 03:27:09 GMT)

Wilson drafts Jardine for 'Pet Sounds' gigs
NEW YORK (Billboard) - Brian Wilson will be joined by ex-Beach Boys bandmate Al Jardine for four complete performances of the group's landmark "Pet Sounds" album later this fall. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 03:42:02 GMT)

Wilson drafts Jardine for "Pet Sounds" gigs
Brian Wilson will be joined by ex-Beach Boys bandmate Al Jardine for four complete performances of the group's landmark "Pet Sounds" album later this fall. The gigs are set for November 17 in Boston, November 18 in Washington, D.C., November 19 in Glenside, Pa., and November 21 in New York. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 05:22:04 GMT)

Wilson drafts Jardine for "Pet Sounds" gigs
NEW YORK (Billboard) - Brian Wilson will be joined by ex-Beach Boys bandmate Al Jardine for four complete performances of the group's landmark "Pet Sounds" album later this fall. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 05:22:04 GMT)

Take a Hike Pet Walk slated Saturday
The Fond du Lac Humane Societys sixth annual Take A Hike Pet Walk will be held Saturday, Sept. 23, at the Cow Palace at the Fond du Lac County Fairgrounds. The doors will open at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast through noon. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 09:31:25 GMT)

A pet’s chance to shine coming up in Oneonta
Can your dog play musical chairs? Would you kiss a pet for a good cause? More importantly, would you like the chance to do both of those things _ and more _ in public with your other pet-owners in the community? (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 10:21:32 GMT)

Border seizure highlights exotic-pet abandonment
Reptiles are by no means cuddly animals, yet a trend in the last decade has more exotic-seeking pet owners trying — often unsuccessfully — to care for these cold-blooded creatures. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 11:12:09 GMT)

Tiny USB Pet ID Tag Provides Big Protection for Pets
Lisa Foronda, a KHOU-TV reporter in Houston, also writes Animal Attraction, a weekly pet blog. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 12:00:00 GMT)

Only Natural Pet Store Named Finalist in 2006 OMMA Awards and Media Magazine's Creative Media Awards
As a result of a case study announced by Datran Media this summer, holistic pet supply retailer Only Natural Pet Store has been named a finalist in both the 2006 OMMA Awards and the 2006 Creative Media Awards for its "Year of the Dog" email newsletter campaign. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 12:00:00 GMT)

FETCH! Pet Care(TM) Expands Into Canton, Michigan
FETCH! Pet Care, America's largest and most sophisticated pet care franchise offering professional pet sitting and dog walking services, today announced it has launched a new location in Michigan's Canton region to provide area residents with unsurpassed pet care services. This new franchise marks the 50th FETCH! Pet Care location that, in aggregate, now service over 900 cities and towns (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 12:00:00 GMT)

FETCH! Pet Care(TM) Expands Into Roseville, California
FETCH! Pet Care, America's largest and most sophisticated pet care franchise offering professional pet sitting and dog walking services, today announced it has launched a new location in California's Roseville region to provide area residents with unsurpassed pet care services. This new franchise marks the 51st FETCH! Pet Care location that, in aggregate, now service over 900 cities and towns (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 14:30:00 GMT)

Clean up after pets, pet owners told
Pet owners must clean up after their dogs and cats under a new ordinance that gained approval from the Cedar Springs City Council last week. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 14:32:23 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet "buy"
NEW YORK, September 19 (newratings.com) - Analyst Michael Wilcox of Banc of America Securities reiterates his "buy" rating on Central Garden & Pet Company ( CENT.NAS ). The target price is set to $56. (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 18:17:46 GMT)

FETCH! Pet Care(TM) Expands Into Roseville, California
FETCH! Pet Care, America's largest andmost sophisticated pet care franchise offering professional pet sitting anddog walking services, today announced it has launched a new location inCalifornia's Roseville region to provide area residents with unsurpassedpet care services. This new franchise marks the 51st FETCH! Pet Carelocation that, in aggregate, now service over 900 cities and (Tue, 19 Sep 2006 19:10:10 GMT)

Live Pet Sounds
(EARVOLUTION) Perhaps sensing a bit of Beach Boys Mania in the air (or more likely in conjunction with album's 40th anniversary), Brian Wilson will be playing a series of six shows (5 in the U.S./1 in London) featuring performances of Pet Sounds in its entirety. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 00:44:42 GMT)

Assisted-living residents get some 'pet therapy'
(OTTUMWA) Once a month, volunteers with the Heartland Humane Society in Ottumwa take animals from the shelter to Sylvan Woods Assisted-Living Facility in Ottumwa for "pet therapy." (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 03:51:17 GMT)

'Pet Trusts' Now Part of Va.'s Legal Landscape
A pet trust allows you to name a caretaker for a pet and a trustee who ensures the money is being spent appropriately after your death. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 08:58:55 GMT)

Luxury pet resort on hold
MASON - Plans to build a luxury pet resort in Mason are on hold after a deal with the developer fell through. Pet Nation Lodge was going to build a $3 million, 18,070-square-foot "pet hotel" on a 2-acre lot on Snider Road, just north of Reading Road. The property is owned by Henkle Schuler Development Co. "It was a build-to-suit. We just ran into too many problems for the project to go forward," (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 09:34:10 GMT)

Pet spot
Sep 1, 2006 — HOKAFI'S PET OF THE WEEK is Sandy, a male beagle mix found as a stray in York County. When he first arrived at the shelter he was a bit shy, but he has been warming up to all the shelter volunteers. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 10:19:32 GMT)

Pet Ecology Brands, Inc. Received First Order From Turkey Distributor
Pet Ecology Brands, Inc. (www.petecology.com) announced the receipt of its first distributor order from Pet-Land in Istanbul, Turkey for Scientific Professional™ Cat Litter. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 13:00:00 GMT)

Pet or Produce?
Brad Benton and his wife, Vickie, who live at 32 Marion St., are keeping a 2-month-old pot-bellied pig as a pet. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 13:04:34 GMT)

Dealing with the loss of a pet
All pet lovers have to face the death of their pets sooner or later. It can sometimes be difficult to deal with the loss of a close companion. Today I have some ideas to help deal with the loss of your pet. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 13:18:18 GMT)

BHS hopes pet laws are fixed
The Executive Director of The Bahamas Humane Society said he is hoping that a new Act for pet control is passed in Parliament before the next general election. He highlighted the fact that the Humane Society works closely with the government to ensure the safety of animals. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 16:49:33 GMT)

Protect Your Pet
Download all your furry friend's vital information onto the Top Tag Pet ID for easy access in case of emergency. In Gear Factor. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 18:05:39 GMT)

Event aimed to educate pet owners
CARMEL -- Carmel's dog-loving community will celebrate the American Kennel Club's Responsible Dog Ownership Day, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at Best Friends Pet Care, 378 Gradle Drive. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 19:09:53 GMT)

The Beach Boys Pet Sounds: 40th Anniversary
Oh come on, it's just Pet Sounds . Despite the fact that two or three generations of music fans will secretly believe you have no soul if you don't announce your allegiance to it, despite that you probably already own it (in some cases, two or three times over-- if I could only remember where I put my 24-carat gold CD version), or that you may even have written an article for Pitchfork years ago (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 19:33:04 GMT)

Brian Wilson Plays Pet Sounds With Jardine
While he may have ditched the in-house sandbox, that Brian Wilson still knows how to party! And to prove it, the Beach Boys mastermind has announced a batch of special concert performances this fall celebrating the 40th anniversary of the band's legendary Pet Sounds . You know, the one with the goats. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 19:33:24 GMT)

Custody battle for family pet handed in as a stray
A couple have taken on a costly court battle to reclaim ownership of their beloved pet dog who was handed in as a stray by mistake. Patrick the red setter was left tied up outside a newsagent 'for a few minutes' while the owner's son went inside. (Wed, 20 Sep 2006 23:18:31 GMT)

$100,000 matching funds for The Pet Place
Great news – a Humane Society supporter has committed to matching up to $100,000 in donations toward “The Pet Place” Building Fund. All donations given by Jan. 31, 2007, up to this maximum, will be doubled by this generosity. If you donate $100, for example, that $100 will be matched and the total given to the Humane Society will be $200. With the support of the community and this wonderful (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 03:12:25 GMT)

Pet protection bill sent to Bush
Congress called for emergency preparedness plans that include helping individuals and families with pets, under legislation sent Wednesday to President Bush. (Thu, 21 Sep 2006 03:50:09 GMT)

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