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NEW: Animal Control plans pet adoption day
The St. Charles Animal Control has scheduled a pet adoption day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at its facility at 2835 West Randolph St. (Fri, 25 May 2007 20:04:06 GMT)

Pet blessing set for June 3 in Kalihi
The Hawaii Kotohira Jinsha temple in Kalihi will go to the dogs — and cats, or any other pets — June 3 in celebration of "pet appreciation week." From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., people can bring their caged or leashed pets for a complimentary blessing. (Fri, 25 May 2007 21:17:56 GMT)

Animal control plans pet adoption event
St. Charles Animal Control has scheduled a pet adoption event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at its facility at 2835 W. Randolph St. (Fri, 25 May 2007 21:29:10 GMT)

HOPE springs eternal at pet project
Robert Gibson couldn't have wiped the huge smile off his face if he tried. That's because he was holding and talking about his beloved Dachshund/Terrier mix, Sammi, at the HOPE Pet Adoption Faire, held at Upland Memorial Park. (Sat, 26 May 2007 00:13:58 GMT)

Pet Shop singer uneasy about Live Earth
British singer Neil Tennant said he is uncomfortable about concerts such as Live Earth, with singers lecturing others about social issues.I've always been against the idea of rock stars lecturing people as if they know something the rest of us don't -- it looks arrogant, the Pet Shop Boys singer said. It's not as if they have a private source of information. To state the obvious as if you are the ... (Sat, 26 May 2007 01:14:36 GMT)

Rally’s Pet Garage hosts adoption event Sunday
Responding to a “crisis situation” in Lincoln County, Rally’s Pet Garage will host its monthly animal adoption event on Sunday for the Animal Humane Society of Star Valley. (Sat, 26 May 2007 02:25:00 GMT)

Calico Creek Feed and Pet Store to open May 30
MILL HALL — With more than 16,000 feet of display room, Calico Creek Feed and Pet Store is sure to have something for everyone. Calico Creek will have its soft opening Wednesday, May 30. The grand opening will be held June 21, 22, 23. (Sat, 26 May 2007 04:08:53 GMT)

Court records: Menu Foods harassed pet owners who had lawyers
The pet food company that recalled six million cans of contaminated dog and cat food made repeated harassing phone calls to pet owners who had lawyers and said they didn't want to talk, even after a judge ordered it to leave them alone, court records show. (Sat, 26 May 2007 06:37:42 GMT)

Your Pet
To submit a photo for "Your Pet," e-mail yourpet@sacbee.com or go to www.sacbee.com/pets . All submissions become property of The Bee. (Sat, 26 May 2007 07:10:54 GMT)

Owners in fear as air gun yobs target pet cat
SICK yobs with an air gun have used a pet cat for target practice. Samantha Summers, the owner of two-year-old Birdie, saw two teenagers firing at cans on a kick pitch opposite her Rooley Moor Road home. (Sat, 26 May 2007 09:27:43 GMT)

Judge says Menu bullied pet owners
A U.S. federal judge has ordered Menu pet food company to stop bullying customers who believe their pet was injured by the company's food.Menu repeatedly harassed pet owners who contacted the company after it announced a recall of 6 million cans of dog and cat food 2 1/2 months ago, USA Today reported Saturday.U.S. District Judge Noel Hillman in Camden, N.J., Wednesday ordered Menu Foods to have ... (Sat, 26 May 2007 14:03:32 GMT)

Judge says Menu bullied pet owners
A U.S. federal judge has ordered Menu pet food company to stop bullying customers who believe their pet was injured by the company's food. (Sat, 26 May 2007 14:04:44 GMT)

Adopt a pet
The Ford County Humane Society is sponsoring pet adoptions from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today at Orscheln's. Puppies, dogs, cats and kittens are available for adoption. The $70 adoption fee includes spaying/neutering, heart-worm testing and vaccinations for dogs. (Sat, 26 May 2007 15:15:48 GMT)

Three to Lead County Pet Panel
Three people will share leadership duties with the Moore County Citizens' Pet Responsibility Committee. At a Wednesday night meeting, committee members decided to provide their chairperson, Angela Zumwalt, with some assistance in the coming year. (Sat, 26 May 2007 17:40:59 GMT)

Animal control plans pet adoption event
St. Charles Animal Control has scheduled a pet adoption event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at its facility at 2835 W. Randolph St. (Sat, 26 May 2007 18:35:06 GMT)

Court: Menu Foods Harassed Pet Owners
The pet food company behind a massive recall made several harassing phone calls to pet owners with lawyers, even after a judge ordered the firm to stop, court records show. (Sat, 26 May 2007 18:42:57 GMT)

Protecting your pet during a hurricane
The Pinellas County Humane Society has a list of essentials you need to prepare your pet for the 2007 hurricane season. Plus, look here for a lists of pet friendly shelters throughout the Tampa Bay area. (Sun, 27 May 2007 01:16:32 GMT)

Hurricane Expo Teaches Pet Safety
HONOLULU (KHNL) - Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath left rescue personnel and aid workers facing a difficult situation. What do you do with hurricane survivors who refuse to leave their pet? To this day, the rescue community continues to seek solutions for the placement of lost and stray animals. (Sun, 27 May 2007 04:09:02 GMT)

‘Puggle’ crowned 2007 Winona Daily News Pet Idol
With his spunky personality, it’s no wonder Otis is this year’s Winona Daily News Pet Idol. (Sun, 27 May 2007 04:09:18 GMT)

Grocers Among Defendants in Class Action Tied to Tainted Pet Food
MAY 16, 2007 -- MIAMI, Fla. - On the heels of a national uproar over a prolonged, widely spread pet food recall, a nationwide class action lawsuit was filed against major pet food brands and retailers. (Sun, 27 May 2007 06:05:16 GMT)

Pet-food scandal unleashes once-obscure Web sites
Ben Huh launched his Web site in February with the modest goal of helping Seattle-area residents find dog parks and pet stores. In the first month, Itchmo.com - named in honor of his dog's constant demands to be scratched - registered just 350 hits. (Sun, 27 May 2007 07:57:16 GMT)

Recalled Pet Foods
The Oregon Veterinary Medical Association is complying a list of all recalled pet foods related to the wheat gluten contamination. Click HERE for the latest affected products and other helpful information for pet owners. (Sun, 27 May 2007 08:41:09 GMT)

Pet Food: Second Tainted Ingredient Found
PORTLAND - The industrial chemical that led to a nationwide recall of more than 100 brands of cat and dog foods has been found to contaminate a second pet food ingredient. (Sun, 27 May 2007 08:44:21 GMT)

Pet projects, county budget OK'd
LUMBERTON - The county Board of Commissioners on Tuesday gave its tentative approval to County Manager Ken Windley's $140 million 2007-2008 fiscal year budget proposal - but not before asking Windley to find $20,500 for several pet projects. (Mon, 28 May 2007 00:35:21 GMT)

30 Seconds: Landlords, please allow seniors to have a pet
I hope all landlords read the article on the benefits of pets for older people especially those who live alone and reconsider allowing their older tenants to have a small pet if they so choose. I would love to have a small pet but my landlord doesn’t allow pets. (Mon, 28 May 2007 02:37:37 GMT)

Pet owners turn to specialty bakeries in wake of recall
Not long ago, the idea of buying fresh-baked kibble still warm from the bakery oven likely sounded ridiculous to local pet owners. (Mon, 28 May 2007 04:28:41 GMT)

‘Puggle’ crowned 2007 Winona Daily News Pet Idol
With his spunky personality, it’s no wonder Otis is this year’s Winona Daily News Pet Idol. (Mon, 28 May 2007 04:30:32 GMT)

Natural pet food sales booming after recall
The recall of contaminated pet food that began in March after a series of mysterious dog and cat deaths has turned into a bonanza for specialty pet food businesses. And some suggest the landscape could change for good. (Mon, 28 May 2007 11:46:47 GMT)

Pet Briefs: Pet health fair, Feral cat workshop, Benefit concerts
A "Pets for Life" Health Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at Kenwood Park's baseball field, 300 Dora St. Sponsors are the Responsible Pet Owners Alliance, the city of San Antonio and Animal Care Services. (Mon, 28 May 2007 16:47:34 GMT)

Pet Shop Boy Vs Bono / Live Earth
(Contact Music) PET SHOP BOYS frontman NEIL TENNANT has slammed "campaign concerts" like this summer's (07) Live Earth gig - because he hates the idea of musicians preaching to the public. (Mon, 28 May 2007 20:56:39 GMT)

Judge tells pet food reps to back off
The owners of dead or injured animals are expressing anger and frustration at getting repeated telephone calls that a federal judge has called "abusive and harassing" from the company at the heart of the contaminated pet food scandal. (Tue, 29 May 2007 02:30:35 GMT)

Think hard before getting parrot as pet, rescuers say
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - A Spartanburg couple wants people to think twice before choosing to get a parrot as a pet. For one thing, Pam and David Sawyer say, the bird likely will outlive its keeper. It's not uncommon to come across birds more than 100 years old. (Tue, 29 May 2007 05:24:29 GMT)

Homeless pet crisis persists in Katrina's wake
Advocates struggle to deal with animals whose owners can no longer care for them, and with the offspring of cats and dogs lost in the hurricane. NEW ORLEANS — Hank, a strapping purebred golden retriever, is typical of the second wave of pet problems here in the 21 months since Hurricane Katrina hit. (Tue, 29 May 2007 07:15:05 GMT)

Man wrestles leopard hunting pet cat in bedroom
An Israeli man wrestled a leopard to the ground after it entered his bedroom in a desert college and tried to make a meal of his pet cat. (Tue, 29 May 2007 09:03:19 GMT)

Pet travel tips
If you are thinking about taking your pet on vacation with you this summer, consider the following first: (Tue, 29 May 2007 09:09:45 GMT)

Man saves pet cat from leopard
An Israeli man has wrestled a leopard to the ground after it entered his bedroom and tried to make a meal of his pet cat. (Tue, 29 May 2007 11:03:15 GMT)

Tasty treat follows pet blessing
Do pets have souls? That's a question for a higher authority, but in the meantime, what could it hurt to have a pet blessed? Hawaii Kotohira Jinsha-Hawaii Dazaifu Tenmangu offers a Pet Blessing Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at the Shinto temple, 1239 Olomea St. in Kalihi. (Tue, 29 May 2007 11:21:26 GMT)

Consumer Confidence in Pet Food Remains Strong in Opinion Surveys Conducted By PFI
Seventy-three percent of consumers say they are "confident or very confident" in the safety of their pet food according to three rounds of public opinion surveys conducted by the Pet Food Institute. PFI, which represents the makers of 98 percent of the pet food sold in the United States, today announced the results of three public opinion surveys conducted since April 4. Results also show that ... (Tue, 29 May 2007 12:00:00 GMT)

The 2007 U.S. Pets And Pet Food And Pet Supplies Product Lines Report Features 2007 Current And 2008 Forecast Estimates ...
DUBLIN, Ireland----Research and Markets has announced the addition of "2007 U.S. Pets and Pet Food and Pet Supplies Product Lines" to their offering. (Tue, 29 May 2007 13:00:00 GMT)

Consumer Confidence in Pet Food Remains Strong in Opinion Survey
PFI, which represents the makers of 98 percent of the pet food sold in the United States, announced May 29 the results of three public opinion surveys conducted since April 4. (Tue, 29 May 2007 14:02:18 GMT)

Restaurant, retailer to take over pet store
Local developer Midland Atlantic Properties is investing $1.8 million in rebuilding a former pet store at the corner of Paxton and Isabella avenues in Oakley, where the area's first Noodles & Co. restaurant will open in the fall. (Tue, 29 May 2007 15:23:00 GMT)

Pet owners organize off-leash park drive
Lafayette dog lovers might someday have a place where their pets can run off leash without having to leave town. Pet owners are forming LafayetteDOG, short for Lafayette Dog Owners Group, to raise funds and hunt for land for an off-leash dog exercise area. (Tue, 29 May 2007 15:24:26 GMT)

Pet detective, publicist fail to turn up celebrity dachshund
YORKTOWN - A beloved blond dachshund that ran away on Mother's Day has failed to turn up despite the work of a pet detective and a publicist, owner Ken Chandler said today. (Tue, 29 May 2007 16:31:50 GMT)

Bring Your Pet to Market
TWO RIVERS The Two Rivers Main Street Farmers/Crafters Market will hold Bring Your Pet to Market on Saturday, June 2. (Tue, 29 May 2007 18:46:21 GMT)

Police: Man Used Pet Dogs For Fighting
A man who used his pet dogs for fighting is being held at the Broward County Jail. He faces seven counts of animal cruelty, police said. (Tue, 29 May 2007 19:07:13 GMT)

Nutra Nuggets Pet Food Recalled After Melamine Found
Nutra Nuggets pet food, produced by Diamond Pet Foods and distributed throughout California, was recalled by the company Tuesday after tests found trace amounts of melamine in the food, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced. (Tue, 29 May 2007 21:05:30 GMT)

Another Pet Food Recalled By FDA
Nutra Nuggets pet food, produced by Diamond Pet Foods and distributed throughout California, was recalled by the company Tuesday after tests found trace amounts of melamine in the food, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced. SLIDESHOWS: View The Day's Top Photos VIDEO: Watch The Latest News (Tue, 29 May 2007 21:25:00 GMT)

Make a pet hurricane plan
Hillsborough Animal Service officials used pictures of animals abandoned during Hurricane Katrina to encourage people to make a pet plan now. (Tue, 29 May 2007 22:54:02 GMT)

Online Pet Accessory Store to Celebrate Fathers Day and Gay Pride Month
Moochie & Co., leading pet accessory store, offering "I have 2 Daddies" dog t-shirts. (Wed, 30 May 2007 07:01:00 GMT)

Pet Expert and Socialite, Charlotte Reed, and her English Toy Spaniel Bring Petiquette to Book Expo 2007
Nationally known pet expert, Charlotte Reed, appears at Book Expo of America 2007 to unleash her new book, The Miss Fido Manners Complete Book of Etiquette, on the book industry. (PRWeb May 30, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/UHJvZi1FbXB0LUhhbGYtU2luZy1UaGlyLVplcm8= (Wed, 30 May 2007 07:11:35 GMT)

Veterinarian Offers Tips on Getting Pet Into Carrier, Summer Travel
Pets need to be in a carrier whenever they are in a car or plane. A Purdue University veterinarian says there are tactics owners can try to make getting a pet into a carrier a bit easier. (Wed, 30 May 2007 10:27:25 GMT)

Pet scratcher wins patent prize
Three Pittsfield High School sophomores created the 'pet scratcher,' which won an award for being the most patentable at the Massachusetts Science & Engineering Fair. (Wed, 30 May 2007 10:52:31 GMT)

Online Pet Accessory Store to Celebrate Fathers Day and Gay Pride Month
Moochie & Co., leading pet accessory store, offering "I have 2 Daddies" dog t-shirts. (PRWeb May 30, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/TG92ZS1Mb3ZlLVNxdWEtU2luZy1UaGlyLVplcm8= (Wed, 30 May 2007 13:16:03 GMT)

Pet safety: Taking time to buckle up furry friends is best policy
HOUGHTON — Buckling up pets is not a common practice for everyone, but there are some pet owners who choose to strap in their pets when transporting them in a motor vehicle. (Wed, 30 May 2007 16:25:57 GMT)

Animal control plans pet adoption event
St. Charles Animal Control has scheduled a pet adoption event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at its facility at 2835 W. Randolph St. (Wed, 30 May 2007 16:26:36 GMT)

D.C.: Chemical that led to pet food recall used by US company for animal feed
WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) — The same industrial chemical that led to a massive pet food recall was used by a U.S. manufacturer of ingredients for feeding livestock, fish and shrimp, health officials said today. (Wed, 30 May 2007 20:55:30 GMT)

Local Factory Linked To Massive Pet Food Recall
A West Toledo company has been linked to a massive pet food recall. The same industrial chemical that led to an earlier pet food recall was used by a U.S. manufacturer of ingredients for feeding livestock, fish and shrimp, health officials said Wednesday. (Wed, 30 May 2007 21:09:33 GMT)

Problem Pet Food Ingredient in US Feed
The same industrial chemical that led to a massive pet food recall was used by a U.S. manufacturer of ingredients for feeding livestock, fish and shrimp, health officials said Wednesday. (Wed, 30 May 2007 21:19:23 GMT)

Problem pet food ingredient in US feed
The same industrial chemical that led to a massive pet food recall was used by a U.S. manufacturer of ingredients for feeding livestock, fish and shrimp, health officials said Wednesday. (Wed, 30 May 2007 21:20:23 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Dir. Sells Shares
A director at Central Garden & Pet Co., which sells pet, lawn and garden products, exercised options 8,886 shares of common stock under a prearranged trading plan, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing. (Wed, 30 May 2007 21:23:38 GMT)

Chemical that led to pet food recall used by US company for animal feed
Associated Press - May 30, 2007 5:23 PM ET WASHINGTON (AP) - Health officials say the same industrial chemical that led to a massive pet food recall has been used by a US manufacturer of... (Wed, 30 May 2007 21:28:24 GMT)

Chemical that led to pet food recall used by US company for animal feed
WASHINGTON (AP) - Health officials say the same industrial chemical that led to a massive pet food recall has been used by a US manufacturer of ingredients for feeding livestock, fish and shrimp. (Wed, 30 May 2007 21:29:18 GMT)

Problem pet food ingredient in US feed
The same industrial chemical that led to a massive pet food recall was used in animal feed ingredients made by a U.S. company, health officials said Wednesday. (Wed, 30 May 2007 23:04:43 GMT)

CPR Can Save Pet's Life
RALEIGH, N.C. -- Most dog owners agree that their pet is a member of their family. Therefore, many are taking the step of learning pet CPR. (Wed, 30 May 2007 23:34:26 GMT)

FDA finds pet food recall chemical in U.S. company's animal feed
The same industrial chemical that led to a massive pet food recall was used in animal feed ingredients made by a U.S. company, (Wed, 30 May 2007 23:47:52 GMT)

Diamond Pet Foods Recalls Nutra Nuggets
Diamond Pet Foods announced that it has recalled a limited quantity of Nutra Nuggets Lamb Meal and Rice Formula dry dog food in 40 lb. bags because of melamine cross contamination. Read on for the production code numbers and customer information phone number . (Wed, 30 May 2007 23:54:05 GMT)

Palmer seeks pet waste law
Not picking up pet waste in Palmer could become a punishable offense. (Thu, 31 May 2007 00:32:48 GMT)

Not every pet is a happy travel companion
Bonn- Pet owners should carefully consider whether to take their animals with them on holiday because not all pets like to travel, the German animal protection association said. It's often better for the animal to be left in good care, the Bonn-based... (Thu, 31 May 2007 03:37:40 GMT)

Menu Foods details costs of pet food recall
TORONTO (Reuters) - A huge recall of contaminated pet food is likely to cost Canada's Menu Foods Income Fund at least C$45 million ($42 million), even without taking a slump in sales into account, the company said on Wednesday. (Thu, 31 May 2007 05:17:59 GMT)

Monaghan and chameleon pet's tearful goodbye
Lord Of The Rings star Dominic Monaghan had a tearful goodbye with his pet chameleon before going to work for the last time on desert island drama Lost - because he knew he wouldn't be able to take his pal back to America with him. (Thu, 31 May 2007 08:25:02 GMT)

Toledo company used pet-food contaminant
WASHINGTON -- The same industrial chemical that led to a massive pet-food recall was used in animal-feed ingredients made by a company in Toledo, health officials said yesterday. (Thu, 31 May 2007 10:07:58 GMT)

Pet cat's horror death
A pet cat was ripped apart by dogs just yards from its home - two teenagers appeared with a golden-lurcher and two smaller black dogs before letting them off their leads and setting them upon the black-and-white cat. (5/30/2007 12:50:56 PM) (Thu, 31 May 2007 10:31:07 GMT)

New pet pup
New pet pup My son became a puppy the other day. Yes, out of nowhere, my son went from standing on two feet as a human being to standing on all fours, barking his head off like a little puppy dog. I'm not sure why this happened. It's not like my son was at a pet store or near any dogs. (Thu, 31 May 2007 11:48:27 GMT)

Pet stories trot to Saturdays
We here at The Bee's features department certainly aren't the types to roll over and play dead. We like to give readers what they want. Therefore, due to feedback from pet owners, our pet-related stories, which had moved to Thursdays with the home and garden features, will return, like Lassie, to their old home on Saturday's Life pages. (Thu, 31 May 2007 11:56:43 GMT)

Recall continues to consume pet owners
Two weeks before Menu Foods began a massive pet food recall, Mary Anne and Ferdnand Cloutier buried their 8-year-old cat, Maggie. (Thu, 31 May 2007 12:16:36 GMT)

Dogs will take a bow wow at Pet Spot's grand opening
The Pet Spot celebrates its grand opening at Ward Warehouse from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday with a Doggie Decadence fashion show, dress-up contests, prize giveaways. (Thu, 31 May 2007 12:36:47 GMT)

Pet food scandal costs Menu Foods
The head of Menu Foods Income Fund (TSX: MEW.UN ) says the company has lost two major contracts with unnamed North American customers as the pet food industry responds to the fallout of a contaminated food scandal. (Thu, 31 May 2007 13:53:16 GMT)

Pet food recall to cost Menu Foods $45M
Menu Foods' massive recall of pet food will cost the company at least $45 million, and that doesn't take into account the drop in future sales or legal settlements not covered by insurance, the company says. (Thu, 31 May 2007 15:22:58 GMT)

New owners have put their stamp on Many Paws Pet Villa
The familiar gray building located on Main Road just past Perry's Bakery has long been known to Westporters as American Canine. But just over a year ago, it was purchased by two women: Joan Hopkins and Karen Harght. The two transformed the establishment into Many Paws Pet Villa. (Thu, 31 May 2007 16:46:09 GMT)

Local to take over at Coastside pet store
Kibbles 'n Gifts, a longtime resource for Coastside pet owners, will have a new owner - but that's about as much change as customers can expect. "It just seemed like a really great opportunity when I heard it was for sale," said Christa Livingstone of El Granada. (Thu, 31 May 2007 17:06:49 GMT)

Menu Foods details costs of pet food recall
TORONTO (Reuters)—A huge recall of contaminated pet food is likely to cost Canada's Menu Foods Income Fund at least $45 million Canadian ($42 million), even without taking a slump in sales into account, the company said Wednesday. (Thu, 31 May 2007 18:40:57 GMT)

Menu Foods: Will Survive Recall of Tainted Pet Food
Menu Foods says it is confident it will survive the aftermath of huge pet food recalls. (Thu, 31 May 2007 20:53:08 GMT)

Pet of the Week
This declawed female cat 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, 31 May 2007 21:06:14 GMT)

Woman, grandchildren safe after attack by family pet
DOVER -- Often described as man's best friend, when a family's pet German shepherd suddenly and viciously turned on a woman and her two grandchildren last week, they found that man's best friend can sometimes also be his worst enemy. (Thu, 31 May 2007 22:15:33 GMT)

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