Pet News Jul 2007

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Paul's Pet:
Our Pet of the Week is Chica... a West Highland terrier mix. Chica is white and almost full grown. She's great with our dogs and great with kids. To claim Chica, go to the Hamilton County Humane Society on North Highland Avenue. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 16:58:25 GMT)

Natural Ways to Fight Fleas From Only Natural Pet Store
With summer here, fleas have begun to arrive and areas around the country are already reporting a harsher flea season than normal. Most flea products available from pet stores and veterinarians are chemically based, making it difficult to make a healthy choice for your pet. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 18:05:00 GMT)

PetGadgetsPixels.com Generates Targeted Traffic for Pet Industry
Online retailer PetGadgets.com is proud to launch a dynamic, new advertising venue for pet-oriented products called PetGadgetsPixels.com -- an advertising billboard, of sorts, made of pixels -- those tiny dots that create an image on a computer screen. Clicking on a group of pixels transports users to the advertiser's homepage. (PRWeb Jul 10, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: ... (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 18:09:00 GMT)

Salmonella From Pet Turtle Kills Baby
Title: Salmonella From Pet Turtle Kills Baby Category: Health News Created: 7/10/2007 Last Editorial Review: 7/10/2007 (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 19:33:31 GMT)

Govt rethinks PET scan funding decision
A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is one of the most effective diagnostic tools that can be used to detect whether a cancer remains after surgery. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 22:39:06 GMT)

NTA for 30 June 2007 (PET.AX, 00737994, 20070711)
mktsens (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 23:09:00 GMT)

Groups urge pet owners to be careful
An unseasonably warm winter has yielded a bumper crop of kitties, and local animal rescue groups are appealing for pet owners to be more responsible. (Tue, 10 Jul 2007 23:13:01 GMT)

Pet Owners Await State Vote on Fixing Dogs and Cats
California pet owners will learn on Wednesday if their dog or cat will be required to be fixed. The Healthy Pets Act will go to a vote in Sacramento. The act requires pet owners to spay or neuter their dogs and cats or face a $500 fine. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 01:30:14 GMT)

SoCal couple's pet tortoise stolen and tortured, police say
Police offered a $1,000 reward Tuesday for information leading to the arrest of whoever mutilated a family's pet tortoise. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 02:28:59 GMT)

Counties ponder pet evacuations
Twin Counties officials are making strides to assist pet evacuations in case of major disasters. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 03:05:16 GMT)

Buy animals from pet shelters
Buy animals from pet shelters Nancy Pennigton - Seattle Thanks for the heartening news about efforts being made to stop pet overpopulation through spay and neuter programs (The fix is in for pet control, News, Thursday).... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 04:09:00 GMT)

Pet cemetery gets a deadline
The McDowell Recreation Area pet cemetery will allow burials for another 2 1/2 years, but only to those pet owners who already have a faithful companion interred. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 05:12:39 GMT)

Officials urge senior citizens to stay out of the heat and pet owners to be cautious with their animals.
Officials urge senior citizens to stay out of the heat and pet owners to be cautious with their animals. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 05:26:14 GMT)

Pet bill sheds state vets' support
Legislation that could make every California pet Public Enemy No. 1 moves to the state Senate this week. It will do so, however, without support by the California Veterinary Medical Association. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 06:19:24 GMT)

Pet food factory open in autumn
A pet food factory in Somerset should be up and running by November - two years later than planned. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 06:44:02 GMT)

Jackson pet parade set for Saturday
JACKSON TOWNSHIP The Parks and Recreation Department will host the sixth annual pet parade from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at South Park, on Fulton Drive NW behind Jackson High School. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 07:45:19 GMT)

Using Pet DNA to Protect, Serve and Solve
People are turning to high-tech evidence to solve all kinds of cases involving animals, whether to find a missing pet or solve an attack. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 07:55:56 GMT)

Pet owners continue to worry about safe food
These days, if pet food labels were books, they'd be on the best seller list. For many pet owners, the biggest problem used to be remembering whether the cats preferred the salmon flavor or the tuna. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 10:28:00 GMT)

Pet adoption day held Saturday
A pet adoption day will be held at the Petco in Nashua on Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. ... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 11:24:49 GMT)

Plainfield pet show to be held tonight
PLAINFIELD — The Annual Plainfield Recreational Family Pet Show will be held at 6 tonight at the Town Hall Lions Field. Family pets must be in a cage or on a leash. Each dog must have a rabies tag and certificate. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 11:41:42 GMT)

Pet Pals
PET PALS: The Salinas Californian is accepting recent photos of pets from Monterey County. E-mail us a photo (at 300 dpi) with the name, phone number and address of the person submitting the picture, as well as the name, age and information about the pet and what's happening in the picture. Send to sna-livingsection@gannett.com. Photos will appear Wednesday in the Central Coast Living Section ... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:17:59 GMT)

On TV: Mandatory Pet Neutering?
Looking for info from a segment of The Early Show that doesn't have its own story? Here's some from July, including word on a hotly debated proposal in California for mandatory pet neutering. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 12:30:02 GMT)

Courier News Online - Pet macaw flies off, $5,000 reward offered
LEONIA, N.J. (AP) - The owner of a pet macaw that flew off near the Bergen Equestrian Center is offering a $5,000 reward. Rosalie O'Hara is willing to pay anyone whose sighting of the bird leads to the recapture of "Sophia." (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 14:35:18 GMT)

SoCal Couple's Pet Tortoise Stolen And Tortured, Police Say
Police are offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of whoever mutilated a Ventura family's pet tortoise. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 15:19:24 GMT)

N.J. Woman Offers $5,000 For Missing Pet Bird
The owner of a pet macaw that flew off near the Bergen Equestrian Center is offering a $5,000 reward. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 15:34:01 GMT)

Pet parade winners named
Winners of the Pet Parade on July 4, sponsored by the Marion Center Lions Club with help from the Indiana County Humane Society, have been announced. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 15:59:59 GMT)

PETCO Partners With Sittercity.com to Add Petsitting to Its Pet Services
From Pet Training and Grooming to an Online Pet First Aid Course, PETCO leads the industry in helping to ensure pets are happy, healthy, well-mannered and pampered. Now, PETCO is adding another benefit to its comprehensive list of services available to pet parents. PETCO is partnering with Sittercity(R), the nation's premier site for matching people with caregivers, to provide their customers ... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:37:18 GMT)

Lawmaker plans to withdraw pet bill
The state lawmaker pushing a bill requiring most pet owners in California to get their animals fixed will withdraw the measure today in the face of intense opposition, an aide said this morning. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 17:06:52 GMT)

Giving Your Pet a Joyride
It may be fun for dogs to hang their heads -- and tongues -- out the car window, but pets roaming free face the same dangers as passengers who don't buckle up. Here's a look at a few pet-restraining options. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 23:40:50 GMT)

Pet sterilization bill dies in California
A bill to require pet sterilization in California died in a state senate committee Wednesday when it failed to get sufficient support. (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 23:50:08 GMT)

Pet sterilization bill dies in California
A bill to require pet sterilization in California died in a state senate committee Wednesday when it failed to get sufficient support. Assemblyman Lloyd Levine withdrew his legislation after he learned it would not gain enough support in a committee vote,... (Wed, 11 Jul 2007 23:53:23 GMT)

Calif. Pet-Sterilization Bill Postponed
» Calif. Pet-Sterilization Bill Postponed « Copyright 2007 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 02:32:03 GMT)

Pet-food industry feels side effects of recall
Almost four months after the pet-food industry's largest recall began, its sales growth is off, and many products still are missing from store shelves. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 02:35:33 GMT)

Pet of the week
Pet: Meet Katie, a 1 1/2 -year-old Terrier mix pup. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 06:25:30 GMT)

Uproar leads panel to delay pet bill
SACRAMENTO – A bill that galvanized – and divided – pet owners across the state was sidelined Wednesday because of the intense passions it incited. But the Orange County woman who helped write the plan to sterilize virtually all of the state's dogs and cats was undaunted. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 10:04:35 GMT)

Pet advocates say state law unnecessary
While a controversial bill that would have required Californians to spay or neuter their dogs and cats hit a roadblock in a Senate committee Wednesday, local animal advocates say the solution to pet overpopulation may not be found through any legal mandate. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 10:08:20 GMT)

State bill on pet neutering rescinded
SACRAMENTO -- A bill that would have forced most pet owners in California to have their dogs and cats fixed is dead for this year, but the lawmaker who proposed it vowed to try again next year. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 10:21:35 GMT)

Pet macaw flies off, $5G reward offered
The owner of a pet macaw that flew off near the Bergen Equestrian Center is offering a $5,000 reward. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 11:23:00 GMT)

The Pet Care Trust Announces New Fish In The Classroom (FIC) Program
The Pet Care Trust Announces New Fish In The Classroom (FIC) Program Lew Sutton, PetAg, the President of the Pet Care Trust, said, "I am pleased to announce the creation of the Pet Care Trust's Fish in the Classroom (FIC) Program that will educate and enhance the experiences of grade school students who are learning about fish and how to care for them, while at the same time providing value to ... (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 12:58:16 GMT)

Bark Avenue offers pet pampering in downtown Milton
For those whose canines are tired of the same old meat-and-potatoes meals at home, Bark Avenue Pet Boutique and accompanying café may have the answer. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 13:20:13 GMT)

Pet fix bill dead; author looks ahead
SACRAMENTO - A bill that would have forced most pet owners in California to have their dogs and cats fixed is dead for this year, but the lawmaker who proposed it vowed to try again next year. Assemblyman Lloyd Levine, D-Van Nuys, withdrew the measure, AB 1634, Wednesday morning, prior to a key Senate committee vote that he was certain to lose. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 14:08:34 GMT)

Calif. Pet Sterilization Bill on Hold
A bill that would have required California pet owners to sterilize most dogs and cats has been put on hold until next year. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 14:25:31 GMT)

Pet Shop Animals 'Terrorized' In Break-In
Pet store owner Jim Lombardi says puppies were "terrorized," hamsters were fed to rats and two cockatiels died in a break-in this week. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 15:25:00 GMT)

Rabies incidents point to pet vaccinations
Two more Yellowstone County residents are undergoing preventive rabies vaccinations after an infected skunk had contact with a pet this week. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 17:16:53 GMT)

Report: Hamsters Killed, Puppies Traumatized In Pet Shop Break-In
South suburban pet shop employees are horrified after finding "terrorized" puppies and dead hamsters and cockatiels in the store Monday morning. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 17:32:18 GMT)

Belle - Pet Of The Week Winner!
This week's Pet of the Week winner is Belle, sent by Sharon Seigler from Augusta, GA. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 18:30:10 GMT)

Family's Pet Pig Shot By Arrow
MAIDEN, N.C. -- A family's pet pot-bellied pig got shot with an arrow. The two-year-old pig is a few months pregnant. It got loose Tuesday night in the family’s neighborhood in Maiden. (Thu, 12 Jul 2007 21:45:56 GMT)

Pet owners find hope in Internet site
The days of painting posters and traveling around the city in an attempt to find a lost pet is becoming a thing of the past. “They don’t work,” said Katrina Suits. “People don’t read signs.” (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 06:17:22 GMT)

Adopt a pet; see a play
SOMERSET COUNTY — THE SOMERSET VALLEY Players ( www.svptheatre.org ) will offer two free tickets to anyone who adopts a pet during an upcoming run of performances of the play "Sylvia" (July 20-Aug. 5). "Sylvia" is a heart-warming tale of a man who adopts a dog, and the problems and joy associated with the experience. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 08:34:38 GMT)

Man suspected of shooting pet pig with arrow arrested
Maiden resident charged with one count of animal cruelty. MAIDEN -- The man suspected of shooting a pet potbellied pig with an arrow was arrested Thursday afternoon. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 09:34:33 GMT)

P.A.W.S. to hold open pet adoption Saturday
ST. GEORGE - P.A.W.S. rescue group will have an open pet adoption on Saturday. "It's our first-year anniversary of our adoption center on Tabernacle and we're celebrating," said Carol Peckham, president of P.A.W.S. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 11:06:10 GMT)

Pet of the Week
Brandy is a 5-year-old German shepherd/English mastiff mix 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. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 15:51:35 GMT)

Pet Sitting Services goes to cats, dogs -- literally
Ruff 'n Purr Pet Sitting Services, has relocated to Ancaster. Ruff 'n Purr provides professional pet services at the pet's own home. Private daily dog walks, cat visits and overnight visits are available in your home are some of the services offered. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 15:56:03 GMT)

Pet owners continue to worry about safe food
These days, if pet food labels were books, they'd be on the best seller list. For many pet owners, the biggest problem used to be remembering whether the cats preferred the salmon flavor or the tuna. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 17:45:24 GMT)

Pet refuge's open day
THE Exotic Pet Refuge in Deeping St James is holding an open day on Sunday from 10am-5pm. (13/07/2007) (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 17:48:04 GMT)

Council O.K.'s 2-For-1 'Best Buddies' Pet Program
Los Angeles residents can buy one pet from a city animal shelter and get a second pet for free under an ordinance approved Friday by the City Council. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 20:27:44 GMT)

Buy One Get One Free Pet Adoptions
Are looking for a new pet? Find out how L.A. residents who buy one pet from a city animal shelter, can get a second one for free. (Fri, 13 Jul 2007 22:44:28 GMT)

ADOPT A PET
The Pratt County Humane Society and the Kansas State Animal Health Department have announced Greensburg Pet Adoption Days for about 60 unclaimed pets affected by the Greensburg tornado. Owners have until Sunday to claim their pets, then unclaimed pets will be available for adoption to Kansas residents. Adoption is open first to Greensburg tornado victims on Monday and Tuesday. Starting ... (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 06:06:57 GMT)

Pet owners find hope in Internet site
The days of painting posters and traveling around the city in an attempt to find a lost pet is becoming a thing of the past. “They don’t work,” said Katrina Suits. “People don’t read signs.” (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 07:47:32 GMT)

Pet adoptions to be held
PET ADOPTIONS will be held today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot at 2503 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, adjacent to the BB&T. Proceeds benefit Sarge's Animal Rescue. Call 508-3300 or visit www.sargeandfriends.com. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 11:37:46 GMT)

Pet Store Customer Killed During Attempted Robbery
A customer was shot to death during an attempted robbery at a northwest Harris County pet store late Friday, KPRC Local 2 reported. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 16:30:26 GMT)

Pet Store Customer Killed During Attempted Robbery
HOUSTON -- A customer was shot to death during an attempted robbery at a northwest Harris County pet store late Friday, KPRC Local 2 reported. Harris County sheriff's deputies said a storeowner noticed a suspicious man outside his shop on Gears Road near Walters Road at about 10:30 p.m. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 16:45:15 GMT)

Shooting death reveals illegal gambling operation at 'pet store'
A man who appeared to own a pet store says he accidentally shot and killed one of his customers Saturday night. But investigators discovered it wasn't a pet store at all, but an illegal gambling operation. (Sat, 14 Jul 2007 23:22:19 GMT)

Pet tag sales lag
Plenty of loving dog and cat owners keep their pets up to date on rabies vaccines, check-ups and teeth-cleanings. But far fewer owners purchase a city license for their pet, let alone keep it up-to-date. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 03:33:16 GMT)

Do you look like your pet?
Here's some exciting and fun news for the entire family. Senior Spectrum's Coastal Community Center is hosting a regional Pet-Look-A-Like Contest. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 03:49:05 GMT)

Pet owners continue to worry about safe food
These days, if pet food labels were books, they’d be on the best seller list. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 05:06:41 GMT)

Summer Pet Care Tips
DogGeek.com wants to remind everyone about summer pet care tips that may save your pet. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 07:01:00 GMT)

Summer Pet Care Tips
DogGeek.com wants to remind everyone about summer pet care tips that may save your pet. (PRWeb Jul 15, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/UGlnZy1Qcm9mLUhvcnItUGlnZy1UaGlyLVplcm8= (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 07:08:31 GMT)

Pet places
Mom wants a gourmet kitchen. Dad wants a three-car garage. Fido wants a shower he doesn't have to share with people. When homeowners are deciding on an addition or renovation, they're starting to consider things their pets will appreciate as well. The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association estimates people will spend $40.8 billion on pet products this year alone. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 08:00:42 GMT)

Update on Stephanie's Pet Project, Punk Crashes, Ashley/Edge, More
- Stephanie McMahon's personal "pet project" Daniel Rodimer has been moved from Ohio Valley Wrestling to the new WWE developmental territory in Tampa, Florida, Florida Championship Wrestling. Rodimer has been working WWE live events recently but no word on when he'll be called up to TV. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 08:27:39 GMT)

Bill lets split couples decide pet visitation
By P.J. HUFFSTUTTER Talk about treating Fido like one of the family: Wisconsin legislators have introduced a bill that outlines how divorcing couples and the courts should handle pet custody battles. States traditionally consider animals property, so whichever spouse can establish ownership is granted custody. If ownership cannot be established, judges often try to figure out which person is the ... (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 10:31:46 GMT)

Wisconsin considers pet custody law
Wisconsin lawmakers have drafted rules for judges unsure how to award pet custody in divorce cases. A bill introduced in the state legislature would allow former married couples to formalize visitation rights and establish custody of their pets, the Los A (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 15:05:09 GMT)

Wisconsin considers pet custody law
Wisconsin lawmakers have drafted rules for judges unsure how to award pet custody in divorce cases.A bill introduced in the state legislature would allow former married couples to formalize visitation rights and establish custody of their pets, the Los Angeles Times reports.If the pair cannot agree on who should keep the poodle or goldfish in question, the judge can either pick one person or send ... (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 15:18:24 GMT)

Wisconsin considers pet custody law
MADISON, Wis., July 15: Wisconsin lawmakers have drafted rules for judges unsure how to award pet custody in divorce cases. A bill introduced in the state legislature would allow former married couples to formalize visitation rights and establish custody of their pets, the Los Angeles Times reports. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 15:19:26 GMT)

Pet Show set for Aug. 18
CHARLOTTE — Dogs, cats, and people will have more elbow room this year as the Second Annual Eaton County Medical Care Facility Pet Show moves outdoors under a big top tent behind the building, Aug. 18. The facility is located at 530 Beech St. in Charlotte. (Sun, 15 Jul 2007 21:17:19 GMT)

Loss of pet bill is win-win
SO Assemblyman Lloyd Levine has had to neuter his mandatory pet-fixing bill - yanking the legislation because it lacked votes. This is a win-win for California voters. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 03:57:33 GMT)

Pet owners find hope in Internet site
The days of painting posters and traveling around the city in an attempt to find a lost pet is becoming a thing of the past. “They don’t work,” said Katrina Suits. “People don’t read signs.” (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 06:33:11 GMT)

Pet shop staff threatened in raid
Staff are threatened with a knife during a robbery at a pet shop in an area of Derby. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 07:13:21 GMT)

Man arrested after alleged burglary, pet cockatiel killing
PARADISE — A strange burglary ended Saturday with the arrest of a 33-year-old Paradise man and the death of a household pet. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 07:26:27 GMT)

60yr-old beaten up trying to save pet rooster
MALACCA: Six men assaulted a 60-year-old factory boss when he tried to stop them from taking away his pet rooster. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 07:56:26 GMT)

Pet sitting guidelines
According to the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters, hiring a pet sitter is a serious process. It urges pet owners to make sure the person they choose is trained and professional, because, as stated on its Web site, "He/she will not only be responsible for your pet, but also will have regular access to your home." (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 08:35:32 GMT)

Pet Chefs Cook Up Healthy Pet Meals
Last week, many of L.A.'s pet lovers tuned in to the season premier of "DogCat TV" to get a glimpse of the latest fad -- Pet Chefs. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 11:30:00 GMT)

Love your pet: Be a responsible pet owner
FARMINGTON — The San Juan Animal League has a 30-year history of caring for lost, abandoned and needy animals in San Juan County. The group also is dedicated to educating the public on responsible pet care. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 11:36:54 GMT)

Pet Chefs Cook Up Healthy Pet Meals
Pet Chefs. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 11:59:36 GMT)

Kindest cut? Mandatory pet neutering growing in favor
Posted: 7:27 AM- Maybe it's not the unkindest cut, after all. With Utah's animal shelters packed with unwanted dogs and cats, the Humane Society and others are saying the state should consider imposing mandatory pet neutering. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 13:43:27 GMT)

Loss of pet bill is win-win
SO Assemblyman Lloyd Levine has had to neuter his mandatory pet-fixing bill - yanking the legislation because it lacked votes. This is a win-win for California voters. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 16:34:34 GMT)

Feathers, fur and more during library’s annual pet show
The Nicholas P. Sims Library lawn was overrun Wednesday with some of the grumpiest, friendliest, cutest, strangest, scaliest, most talented, smallest, most colorful, laziest and largest pets in Ellis County as part of its annual pet show. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 17:04:56 GMT)

Miami firefighters revive pet poodle
A pet poodle trapped in a burning building in the Miami-area was rescued and revived by firefighters using an IV and an oxygen mask. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:50:18 GMT)

City warns pet owners after coyote attack
Walkers, joggers and pet owners are being warned to exercise strong caution in Golden Gate Park after coyotes attacked a dog south of Speedway Meadows on Saturday morning. Authorities posted warning signs around the park after a pair of coyotes attacked one Rhodesian Ridgeback and lunged at another, according to reports. The dog's injuries were said to be minor. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:52:01 GMT)

Miami firefighters revive pet poodle
A pet poodle trapped in a burning building in the Miami-area was rescued and revived by firefighters using an IV and an oxygen mask. The poodle, named Cookie, had passed out from the smoke at the burning home while the owners were away, the Miami Herald r... (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 19:53:23 GMT)

Miami firefighters revive pet poodle
A pet poodle trapped in a burning building in the Miami-area was rescued and revived by firefighters using an IV and an oxygen mask.The poodle, named Cookie, had passed out from the smoke at the burning home while the owners were away, the Miami Herald reported Monday.Three fire trucks and a fire rescue unit with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue arrived on the scene and entered the house by breaking ... (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 20:03:00 GMT)

County fair wrap-up: Hill, Davidson win top pet show awards
Grace Davidson poses Thursday with her pet mini dachshund named Lily, after she won the junior division at the 4-H pet show. Joel Hill had the most unique pet of the 4-H pet project show last night at the county fair, and he came away with the intermediate/senior championship award. (Mon, 16 Jul 2007 20:59:01 GMT)

Pet owners get goodies for fixed animals
A group of volunteers in East Austin is giving out free pet food and toys to those who have spayed or neutered their pets. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 01:57:44 GMT)

Pet owners get goodies for fixed animals
One group of volunteers is appealing to pet owners to get their pets spayed and neutered with free pet goodies. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 02:04:06 GMT)

While Moises Ruiz Maestro enjoyed a long visit with the animals inside Gladys Porter Zoo Sunday, his own pet spent ...
While Moises Ruiz Maestro enjoyed a long visit with the animals inside Gladys Porter Zoo Sunday, his own pet spent hours in the parking lot, locked inside the family van as the heat rose outside. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 05:03:20 GMT)

After a year that included tainted peanut butter, pet food and bagged spinach, some in Congress are pushing for an ...
After a year that included tainted peanut butter, pet food and bagged spinach, some in Congress are pushing for an overhaul of the nation’s food safety system. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 05:24:17 GMT)

Pet owners find hope in Internet site
The days of painting posters and traveling around the city in an attempt to find a lost pet is becoming a thing of the past. “They don’t work,” said Katrina Suits. “People don’t read signs.” (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 06:33:10 GMT)

Local pet groomers offer pick of litter
When pet owners need some canine cleansing or feline freshening, they have their pick of the litter, so to speak, in Lompoc. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 06:43:58 GMT)

Scoop: Britney’s puppy purchase riles pet police
The singer recently bought a Yorkshire Terrier at a pet store, which the animal-rights group equates to supporting puppy mills. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 06:52:46 GMT)

Pets Warehouse Affiliate Program Launches "Everything for Your Pet"
Pets Warehouse's affiliate program is now available on Share-A-Sale. Pets Warehouse has Everything for Your Pet and online marketers are now able to participate by joining Pets Warehouse's affiliate program. (PRWeb Jul 17, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/TWFnbi1JbnNlLUZhbHUtUGlnZy1UaGlyLVplcm8= (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 07:29:19 GMT)

Pet cockatiel dies in vindictive burglary
A Paradise man is behind bars after allegedly committing a bizarre burglary in which he stole items from his ex-girlfriend's home and killed her pet cockatiel. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 08:15:07 GMT)

Former Chicopee strip club to be converted into pet lodgings
CHICOPEE, Mass. (AP) - The site of a former Chicopee strip club is getting a new 'leash' on life as an upscale facility for pampered pets. The former Gold Club was purchased by Pet Resorts International. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 08:23:47 GMT)

go2 Launches First Mobile Website Dedicated to Pet Lovers
IRVINE, Calif. and CULVER CITY, Calif., July 17, 2007 -- go2 , a leading mobile media company in the United States, today announced the launch of go2 Pets, a mobile site dedicated to pet owners. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 12:30:00 GMT)

There's a New Pet in Town
Move over Rover -- there's a new pet in town. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 13:43:02 GMT)

Tuesday poll: Do you take your pet on vacation?
Do you take your pet on vacation? Before being published on our web site, your comments will be considered and approved by our staff. Only appropriate comments pertaining to this article will be considered. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 13:58:53 GMT)

Britney rapped over pet pooch
Britney Spears has reportedly been criticised for buying a puppy from a pet shop. The singer has been rapped by the Humane Society of the United States who claim most pure bred dogs for sale in pet stores are farmed in cruel conditions. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 15:40:14 GMT)

Purina adds pet health insurance to its mix
TORONTO — Nestle Purina is adding pet health insurance to its menu in Canada, offering coverage underwritten by SecuriCan General Insurance Co. The PurinaCare product announced Tuesday is described as Canada's first pet insurance endorsed by a leading pet food maker. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 16:01:40 GMT)

Purina adds pet health insurance to its mix
Pet food maker will offer insurance covering veterinary fees; coverage will be underwritten by SecuriCan (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 16:03:55 GMT)

Former Strip Club To Be Converted Into Pet Lodgings
CHICOPEE, Mass. (AP) -- The site of a former Chicopee strip club is getting a new "leash" on life as an upscale facility for pampered pets. The former Gold Club was purchased by Pet Resorts International. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 16:08:48 GMT)

Chickens the hot new pet: More fun than a dog and tastier too
COLLEYVILLE, Texas (AP) - Move over Rover -- there's a new pet in town. A growing number of urban and suburban families are keeping chickens as pets. Natalie Genco has a flock in her backyard in a Dallas-Forth Worth area suburb. Her four young kids find endless delight in chasing the chickens. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 16:18:10 GMT)

Britney rapped over pet pooch
Britney Spears has reportedly been criticised for buying a puppy from a pet shop. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 16:47:50 GMT)

Purina Aids Traveling Pet Owners With Mobile Service
Need to know where you can let your dog run free, which motels and hotels let you bring your pet along, where you can kennel the beast and where you can find those handy poop bags to pick up... (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:13:31 GMT)

Cats' Cradle Pet of the Week
Tango is a lively 7-month-old, gold and white tabby male kitten. He is an affectionate fellow who loves to lap sit and play with the other foster kitties in his home. Tango would be an excellent pet for any household situation; he has excellent manners and is very agreeable. (Tue, 17 Jul 2007 23:23:14 GMT)

Pet Store Facing Accusations From Regulators
A pet store that was the focus of a Channel 3 I-Team investigation is now facing allegations from Massachusetts regulators. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 00:18:24 GMT)

Toxic toads return with monsoon: what you can do to save your pet
The annual monsoon brings more than just rain and humidity. It also brings Colorado River toads, which can be deadly if your pet licks them. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 01:32:10 GMT)

Annual Pet Therapy Day set
JOHNSTOWN - Local animal lovers will have the opportunity to attend the third annual Pet Therapy Day on Saturday at Community Arts Center, 1217 Menoher Blvd. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 04:37:53 GMT)

Pet cat is shot in Upper Bern
Berks County, PA - State police said Tuesday that someone shot a pet cat in the mouth in Upper Bern Township over the weekend. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 05:24:28 GMT)

Pet cemetery searches for former owners before move
The last pet funeral was decades ago, and floodwater has jumbled the headstones. Related video William Watson, at the pet burial grounds, describes the unearthing Kyle Green | The Roanoke Times (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 05:36:19 GMT)

Pet owners find hope in Internet site
The days of painting posters and traveling around the city in an attempt to find a lost pet is becoming a thing of the past. “They don’t work,” said Katrina Suits. “People don’t read signs.” (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 05:47:31 GMT)

Hotel planned at pet care site
CHICOPEE - A hotel and outlet center are planned at the site of a proposed luxury pet hotel on Shawinigan Drive, a business representative said yesterday. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 09:14:03 GMT)

Mum hooked on pet boxer
A mum was trapped for an hour with her hand stuck inside her pet boxer's mouth. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 10:04:51 GMT)

Pet-food maker endorses insurance: New arrangement hailed as a first by Nestle Purina
Nestle Purina is adding pet health insurance to its menu in Canada, offering coverage underwritten by SecuriCan General Insurance Co. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 10:32:35 GMT)

Annual Pet and Doll Parade to take place July 26
Pull out that hot dog outfit you've been dying to dress your dachshund in for months — it's almost time for the Pet and Doll Parade. The 73rd annual parade along Central Avenue will be 7 p.m. Thursday, July 26. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 11:16:32 GMT)

TripAdvisor Names Top 10 Pet-Friendly Accommodations
NEEDHAM, Mass., TripAdvisor(R), the world's largest travel community, today announced the results of its annual traveling with pets survey of more than 1,100 travelers (and more than 700 pet owners) worldwide, digging up that 53 percent of respondents with pets travel with their collared companions. Americans (56 percent) are more likely to travel with their pets, compared to 41 percent of ... (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 12:16:27 GMT)

Pet Expert and Socialite Charlotte Reed Presents
Emily Post for the pet set has finally arrived! Believing that all dogs can be excellent companions if given a "fair shake," national pet expert and socialite Charlotte Reed is proud to announce The Miss Fido Manners Complete Book of Dog Etiquette: The Definitive Guide to Manners for Pets and Their People . (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 13:00:00 GMT)

Small Pet Show marks start of Gage County Fair & Expo
It was a night for cats, dogs, rabbits and birds as the Gage County Fair and Expo officially got under way at the 4-H Small Pet Show Tuesday night.While hundreds of people lined up outside the livestock barn for the annual Ag Appreciation Barbecue, 4-H ers and their pets gathered inside the Gage County Extension Office for the first event of judging at the fair with the 4-H Pet Show.While last ... (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 15:32:11 GMT)

Annual Pet Therapy Day set
JOHNSTOWN - Local animal lovers will have the opportunity to attend the third annual Pet Therapy Day on Saturday at Community Arts Center, 1217 Menoher Blvd. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 16:44:45 GMT)

I'm no referee's pet, says ABs captain
Richie McCaw denies he is the referee's pet. Forced to again defend his reputation after Johann Muller said referees were scared to penalise him, All Blacks skipper McCaw was yesterday bemused by the Springbok captain's allegations. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 17:04:55 GMT)

Get a pet
Visiting Kyiv’s Kurenivskiy market from time to time, in order to buy some travelling equipment, I just can’t stop myself from lingering for a while among the rows of cages, baskets, aquariums, and pots filled with various pet animals. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 20:44:39 GMT)

PET Scan Shows During Treatment If Radiation Is Shrinking Lung Tumor
Lung cancer patients may not need to wait till their radiation treatment is over to know if it worked. A PET scan several weeks after starting radiation treatment for lung cancer can indicate whether the tumor will respond to the treatment, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center. (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 23:15:53 GMT)

Pet Waste Removal, at your service.
Time with your pet is priceless, as they often become a member of the family. But cleaning up after your pet is the part you want to forget about. With the service of one Topeka family, that's something you won't have to deal with again. Meteorologist Katy Morgan has the scoop (Wed, 18 Jul 2007 23:36:15 GMT)

PET Scan Shows During Treatment If Radiation Is Shrinking Lung Tumor, Study Shows
Lung cancer patients may not need to wait till their radiation treatment is over to know if it worked. A PET scan several weeks after starting radiation treatment for lung cancer can indicate whether the tumor will respond to the treatment, according to a new study. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 06:09:48 GMT)

Pet of the week
Pet: Meet Skipper, a 4-year-old Pomeranian pup. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 06:25:01 GMT)

Pet owners find hope in Internet site
The days of painting posters and traveling around the city in an attempt to find a lost pet is becoming a thing of the past. “They don’t work,” said Katrina Suits. “People don’t read signs.” (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 06:47:32 GMT)

PET Scan Shows During Treatment If Radiation Is Shrinking Lung Tumor
Lung cancer patients may not need to wait till their radiation treatment is over to know if it worked. A PET scan several weeks after starting radiation treatment for lung cancer can indicate whether the tumor will respond to the treatment, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center. [click link for full article] (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 07:14:40 GMT)

Adopt-a-bunny scheme at pet shop
An animal welfare charity is backing a new adoption scheme amid growing numbers of rabbits being abandoned. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 12:41:52 GMT)

Naviscan PET Systems Appoints Paul J. Mirabella as President and CEO
Naviscan PET Systems Inc., a privately held company specializing in the development of high-resolution PET scanners, announced today the appointment of Paul J. Mirabella as President, CEO and Director. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 13:05:00 GMT)

Man charged with killing family pet
A Va. Beach man is charged with killing a family's dog. The 12-year-old pet boxer/pit bull mix named Shadow was found dead last month at a home on Valley Stream Court. He’d been shot in the head. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 15:29:13 GMT)

Annual Pet Therapy Day set
JOHNSTOWN - Local animal lovers will have the opportunity to attend the third annual Pet Therapy Day on Saturday at Community Arts Center, 1217 Menoher Blvd. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 16:26:54 GMT)

Woman charged with stealing puppy from Osceola pet store
A woman was charged with grand theft after she and her four children stole a black and white terrier puppy from an Osceola pet store earlier this week. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 16:48:31 GMT)

Towns urged to let vets sell pet licenses
The Monroe County Planning & Zoning Department recently wrote letters to municipalities urging them to pass resolutions allowing veterinarians to sell pet licenses to residents. The Department will also send a resolution to the Monroe County Board of Supervisors requesting a 0.25 increase in allotments given to municipalities and veterinarians for selling the licenses. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 17:25:54 GMT)

Pet owners told to be careful during hot spell
The manager of the Langley Animal Control Shelter is urging pet owners to take extra precautions during the current hot spell. “We are somewhat frustrated by some of the situations we come across because this (heat wave) is not something new,” Sean Baker said. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:52:23 GMT)

Suffolk opens pet-friendly emergency shelter
Suffolk County has opened its first pet-friendly emergency shelter -- a safe haven that will house dogs, cats, birds and their owners in case of evacuation in a disaster, County Executive Steve Levy announced. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 20:00:14 GMT)

Police search for man they say killed girlfriend's pet
Police are looking for a man they believe killed his girlfriend's pet. Animal Control arrived at a home on the 1300 block of DePaul Way in Virginia Beach Sunday night. There, they found the body of a Pekingese dog. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 20:30:14 GMT)

Ginger - Pet Of The Week Winner!
This week's Pet of the Week winner is Ginger, sent by Denise Elrod from Lithia Springs, GA. (Thu, 19 Jul 2007 20:39:59 GMT)

Hundreds of diseased cats found in Pahrump "pet sanctuary"
Hundreds of diseased and dehydrated cats have been discovered at a so-called pet sanctuary in Pahrump. As News 3's Steve Crupi reports, the owners could face charges of animal neglect. (Fri, 20 Jul 2007 01:27:30 GMT)

China bans two food exporters amid pet food scare
Source: Reuters BEIJING, July 20 (Reuters) - China has cancelled the business licences of two firms that exported wheat protein tainted with toxic chemicals that wound up in pet food in the United States, a senior ... (Fri, 20 Jul 2007 02:55:28 GMT)

Exotic Bird Stolen from South Charlotte Pet Store
An exotic bird was stolen from a South Charlotte pet store over the weekend. (Fri, 20 Jul 2007 03:14:55 GMT)

China bans two food exporters amid pet food scare
Source: Reuters (Adds quotes, details) BEIJING, July 20 (Reuters) - China has cancelled the business licences of two firms that exported wheat protein tainted with toxic chemicals that wound up in pet food ... (Fri, 20 Jul 2007 04:40:32 GMT)

China bans two food exporters amid pet food scare
China has cancelled the business licenses of two firms that exported wheat protein tainted with toxic chemicals that wound up in pet food in the United States, a senior quality control official said on Friday. (Fri, 20 Jul 2007 04:42:47 GMT)

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