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$1,400 Parrot Reported Stolen From Pet Store In Lutz
A pet store in Lutz has one bird less after a parrot was reported stolen about noon Tuesday. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:49:18 GMT)

Girl, 14, missing with pet rats
A teenage girl missing for over a week was last seen with her pet rats in a cage, police reveal. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 14:05:31 GMT)

St. Francis Episcopal to Host Pet Blessings
It will be a day for creatures big and small. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, St. Francis Episcopal Church in College Station will host a pet blessing ceremony. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 19:53:22 GMT)

Pa. pet food plant to close after salmonella scare
A pet food factory in southwestern Pennsylvania is closing because a source of salmonella contamination there can't be found. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 01:49:44 GMT)

Mall, Little Victories to offer fall pet photos
BARBOURSVILLE -- The Huntington Mall has teamed up with Little Victories Animal Rescue Group to offer fall pet photos. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 03:24:41 GMT)

Pet food contamination cause for concern, veterinarian says
JONESBORO — The voluntary recall of Mars Petcare dry pet food stemming from salmonella contamination could be cause for alarm for pet owners in Northeast Arkansas, a Jonesboro veterinarian said Friday. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 05:02:31 GMT)

Pet of the week
Pet: Yester is a 2-year old brown tabby with short, plush fur. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 05:24:07 GMT)

Humane Society in Buffalo offers pet rats, besides dogs and cats
(Editor's note: Deb Balzer, of the Animal Humane Society, wrote the following article.) If you are looking for a pet, what are your options for finding the right one for your family? Animal Humane Society (AHS) hopes you'll consider adopting your new companion animal from one of their five shelters. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 06:59:06 GMT)

Bylaw to take bite out of pet owners
Calgary's pet bylaw may be getting more teeth. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 10:23:47 GMT)

Pet food plant to close after salmonella scare
EVERSON (AP) _ A pet food factory in southwestern Pennsylvania is closing because a source of salmonella contamination there can't be found. Mars Petcare US says it doesn't plan to resume production at the Everson plant, which employs 53. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 12:11:52 GMT)

Fayette County pet food plant to close
A Fayette County pet food factory is closing because a source of salmonella contamination there can't be found. Mars Petcare US says it doesn't plan to resume production at the Everson plant, which employs 53. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 13:53:12 GMT)

Pet Food Plant To Close After Salmonella Scare
A pet food factory in Fayette County is closing because a source of salmonella contamination there can't be found. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 14:26:45 GMT)

Pet Food Plant To Close After Salmonella Scare
A pet food factory in Fayette County is closing because a source of salmonella contamination there can't be found. Mars Petcare US says it doesn't plan to resume production at the Everson plant, which employs 53. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 18:49:18 GMT)

Struggling economy forces local pet store to close its doors
NILES --It's been a family favorite in the community for 40 years. But employees at Ewert's Pet Shop in Niles will soon have to say good-bye to customers for good. Thanks to tough economic times, the store is preparing to go out of business. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 02:15:43 GMT)

Show off your pet's ensemble at local events
After you've found the perfect costume for your furry little monster, why not let him strut his stuff? Several local pet stores and organizations are hosting Halloween parties and costume contests for dogs (and maybe a few mortified felines in "cat hats"). (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:08:33 GMT)

Dress up your pet, win tickets
We all know that when nobody is watching you like to play dress-up with your family pet. Don't be ashamed we've done it, too. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:27:45 GMT)

PET CORNER: October is adopt a shelter dog month
Once again the Humane Society of Harrison County (The Pet Place) and the Marshall Animal Shelter are pleased to join with the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) in calling attention to the annual celebration the entire month of October as National Adopt a Shelter Dog month. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:32:34 GMT)

Pet Idol 2007 winner revels in the limelight
Alice Hutto is continuing her daughter’s legacy of friendship and loving compassion by caring for her beloved dog, winner of The Times and Democrat’s 2007 Pet Idol contest. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 06:19:01 GMT)

T&D Pet Idol 2008 voting begins
The first round of voting in The Times and Democrat’s Pet Idol contest, featuring Doc Holiday, Gizzy Gizmo and other colorfully named pets, begins Sunday. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 06:19:11 GMT)

Chew on prices, coverage when considering pet insurance
Your bank account and level of attachment to your pet are key factors when pondering whether insurance is worth it. Justin and Brandy Besemer were newly married and trying to pay off their wedding debt when they decided their family needed a dog -- an American Bulldog named Kaila. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:04:30 GMT)

It's scary when your pet gets hurt; take action to give first aid, get help
Sit in any veterinarian's waiting room and you'll see a steady parade of pet owners bringing in injured animals. Some are emergencies -- a dog that was hit by a car or a cat that got into some sort of scrape. Others are a little less serious, such as an animal with a splinter. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:35:45 GMT)

Ribbon cutting for Dirty Dog Pet Wash
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for Dirty Dog Pet Wash by the Lodi Chamber of Commerce to welcome the new business to town. Owners Kevin and Karen Hoover, center, cut the ribbon while surrounded by family and friends. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 09:24:21 GMT)

October is National Pet Wellness Month
October is National Pet Wellness Month. So animal hospital employees at Banfield are educating new pet owners on preventive pet healthcare. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 23:07:00 GMT)

Phelps wins again -- at Hoboken's pet parade
Amy Sara Clark / Hoboken NowDaisy, an 11-month-old English Bulldog, won owners Jim Vanschoict and Amanda Kinney a $50 gift certificate for her portrayal of a pumpkin at the Hoboken Historical Museum's pet parade in Hoboken on Oct. 5, 2008.... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:20:23 GMT)

Kids want an exotic pet? Ask your doctor first
Reptiles, monkeys, rodents and other exotic pets are growing in popularity but should be discouraged in homes with small children or people with immune system problems, according to a report published on Monday. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:16:37 GMT)

Personal chefs, designers, pet-sitters still worth the cost
While unstable financial times may not justify luxurious extras like hiring personal chefs, pet-sitters and interior designers, the time saved and peace of mind earned is worth the costs, clients and providers say. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 05:33:33 GMT)

DRESS UP YOUR PET
We all know that when nobody is watching you like to play dress-up with your family pet. Don't be ashamed -- we've done it, too. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:11:23 GMT)

Key Points In Taking Pet Picture
The easy way on how to have a quality and good pet picture is by being patient enough to wait for the right time to take pet picture, knowing that pets are very active and somehow hard to make them stand still on one place. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:31:16 GMT)

BISSELL(R) Selects Winner of the Pet Games Video Contest
Jesse, a Jack Russell terrier from Litchfield Park, Ariz., has been selected as the winner of BISSELL Homecare, Inc.'s Pet Games Video Contest. Jesse will be featured nationally on the Lift-Off® Revolution® Pet Vacuum packaging and BISSELL will make a $10,000 donation on behalf of his owner, Heather Brook, to the pet cause of her choice. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT)

Patterson Companies Acquires Leading, Value-Added Distributor of Companion-Pet Veterinary Products
ST. PAUL, Minn.----Patterson Companies, Inc. today announced the acquisition by its Webster Veterinary Supply unit of Columbus Serum Company, a full service distributor of companion-pet veterinary supplies, equipment and pharmaceuticals, with sales of approximately $166 million in 2007. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT)

Patterson Companies Acquires Leading, Value-Added Distributor of Companion-Pet Veterinary Products
Patterson Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq: PDCO) today announced the acquisition by its Webster Veterinary Supply unit of Columbus Serum Company, a full service distributor of companion-pet veterinary supplies, equipment and pharmaceuticals, with sales of approximately $166 million in 2007. Serving veterinarians in the Midwest and mid-Atlantic regions, Columbus Serum will significantly strengthen ... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:15:46 GMT)

October's Pet-of-the-Month! Meet Chi Chi
I would like to introduce to you Chi Chi, who is our Pet of the Month for October. WDEF News 12 is proud to team up with Mckamey Animal Care and Adoption Center. read more (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:38:19 GMT)

Atlas Copco's PET Blowing Compressors First to Be Certified Class 0
September 15, 2008 Atlas Copco has announced that its ZD high pressure compressors are the first in the world to offer PET packaging production the security of 100 percent certified oil-free air with a Class 0 certification. Risk of any contamination by oil is effectively eliminated during PET bottle blowing for the bottled water, soft drink, fruit juice and beverage industry. Testing for the ... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 12:43:25 GMT)

Pet-arazzi captures canine couture
Campolindo High School grad Karen Ngo has just published a coffee-table book, "InDOGnito," showcasing dogs dressed in costume. Send photos for Dress Up Your Pet contest (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:39:13 GMT)

Tips to train your pet not to fear visiting the vet
Why wouldn't a pet be afraid of her veterinarian' After all, many pets see the veterinarian mostly for scary and painful events, and often when they're not feeling well already. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 14:31:34 GMT)

Adopt a pet from Anchorage Animal Control
Summer is a time when the kennels at the Anchorage Animal Control shelter are often full; but a program right here on KTVA, CBS 11 News is helping to bring those numbers down. We call it our Pet of the Week. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 18:16:02 GMT)

Johnstown Pet Store Offers Reward For Stolen Puppy
A Johnstown pet store is offering a reward for information about the theft of an expensive English bulldog over the weekend. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 18:17:27 GMT)

Police Arrest Pet-Store Thief
Police are investigating an armed robbery at a Manchester pet shop. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:34:58 GMT)

Home decorator for your pet? Show us your creations
Jacquelyn Martin/Associated Press Who needs financial security, a big house or a fabulous romance when you have a pet? Well, maybe that's going a bit far. But we sure do love the critters who give us so much joy. Some... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:31:21 GMT)

Man Sprays Pet Store Employees With Pepper Spray, Police Say
A South Windsor man sprayed employees with pepper spray and went on a cursing frenzy when he learned the register at a Manchester pet store was light on cash, police said. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 23:47:25 GMT)

Share your missing/found pet
Do you have a missing or found pet? If so, send a photo to news@herald-dispatch.com along with information about the animal and your contact information. Items could appear on www.herald-dispatch.com or in the daily paper. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 01:25:01 GMT)

Pet registration keeps tails wagging at Cape Coral park
A new system to make owner's more responsible for their pet's actions is proving to be successful at Wagging Tails Dog Park. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 05:16:16 GMT)

PowerPetSitter.com, The Industry's Leading Pet Sitting Software, and Pet Sitters International (PSI) Announce ...
New collaboration is expected to help independent business owners who comprise a portion of the $3.2 billion pet-services industry through the utilization of industry leading pet-sitting software (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 07:01:00 GMT)

St. Charles likely to vote again on pet pig issue tonight
July 31, 2008 -- Chris Jones pets her pet pot-bellied pig, Sarah with her children Anikca, 8, and Ethan, 1, at their home in St. Charles. (Anthony Souffle /P-D) (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:40:34 GMT)

South Windsor Man Charged With Robbing Manchester Pet Shop
Police have charged a South Windsor man with robbing a pet shop on Hale Road Monday morning. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:00:30 GMT)

Kidoodlyrocks: Peternity.com Introduces Product to Help Children Deal With Pet Loss
The death of a pet is often the first experience a child has with serious loss. To help children process their grief and direct their energies away from sadness, Peternity.com introduces the Kidoodlyrocks™ pet memorial package. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT)

Eastman Receives Favorable Decision in ParaStar(TM) PET Patent Infringement Case
KINGSPORT, Tenn.----Eastman Chemical Company said today that it is pleased with the recent decision by the United States District Court in Wilmington, Del., to deny a motion filed by Wellman, Inc., for a preliminary injunction to stop Eastman's production of certain ParaStar™ PET resins at its facilities in Columbia, S.C. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:03:00 GMT)

Repeat Airing of 'Why Usability Is No Longer Enough: The Need For Persuasion, Emotion, & Trust (PET design(TM))' ...
In response to a surge of market requests following the recent live webcast, 'Why Usability Is No Longer Enough: The Need For Persuasion, Emotion, & Trust (PET design),' Human Factors International will repeat the free webcast on Wednesday, October 8 at 3:30pm ET. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 15:20:00 GMT)

SW man accused of robbing Manchester pet store at gunpoint
MANCHESTER — A South Windsor man was arrested Monday morning after, police say, he robbed a pet store at gunpoint, then fled from police. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:10:29 GMT)

Weather postpones tonight's planned pet blessing service
A pet blessing service scheduled for tonight has been postponed because of weather. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:47:53 GMT)

Village Mulls Plan To Limit Pet Ownership
Some pet owners in a central Ohio village aren't happy about a proposed ordinance that would limit how many animals they can own. Get the story. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 18:26:20 GMT)

FL students help at Pet Adopt-A-Thon
Fountain Lake CHAMPS Avery Marshall, Alex Oseguera, Lisa Wallace, and Molly McAnally had a doggone good time at the Garland County Humane Society's Adopt-a-Thon. It was held in Hot Springs Village at DoGone Fun Pet Salon on Saturday, Sept. 27. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 22:12:38 GMT)

Pet Parade and Bone Marrow Drive
“Leash Up for Life Pet Parade” on Sunday, October 12th, 2008, 1:00 ñ 4:00pm, at Stoney Creek Metro Park , Baypoint Beach. A costume contest with prizes for pets in a pet parade along with other entertainment and vendors will be included. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 23:38:52 GMT)

Summerfield Pet Fair Full Of Purr, Barks
The event may have been small by some standards, but more than 200 people turned out with their dogs - and a cat - to Summerfield's first pet fair. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 04:14:24 GMT)

Pet publishing company expands
A NICHE pet sector publishing company has moved to larger premises on the back of strong growth – as it looks to break into the lucrative US market. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:53:10 GMT)

The Pet Loving Public Discovered Castle Baths ANNA Designer Pet Line from Purrinlot Persians
Award Winning Persian Cat Breeder, Laura Thomas of Purrinlot Persians www.purrinlot.com developed Designer Natural Pet Line inspired from Faith and the worlds first Blue Eye Bicolor Persian Grand Champion- Anna’s Gift. [PR.com - October 08, 2008] (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 07:14:50 GMT)

First United plans pet blessing Sunday
First United Methodist Church of Franklin Park is hosting a pet blessing ceremony Sunday. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:20:05 GMT)

Pet Picture: Showcase The Importance Of Animals
Man love to have a pet in their home, it doesn’t matter what kind of pet they have in their house as long as this pets give them joy and loyalty. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:46:27 GMT)

PET Scans In Oncology - Not Always The Answer
More than 90 percent of PET scans worldwide are now used for oncology indications. PET scans are more accurate than "conventional" imaging in a range of cancers, according to Dr Aravind Ravi Kumar from the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. Positron Emission Tomography (PET) is increasingly used in cancer detection, staging and for monitoring effects of therapy, he says. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:19:25 GMT)

Woman Arrested for Shooting Pet
GREELEY - Greeley Police arrested a woman on felony cruelty to animal charges. She told officers that she killed her dog because it was old and sick, and she couldn't afford to pay a veterinarian to euthanize her pet. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:25:15 GMT)

Live Pet Show at Cape Coral Yacht Club Friday
The Cape Coral Yacht Club is holding its Live Pet Show Friday. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 17:06:32 GMT)

Eastman Receives Favorable Decision in ParaStar(TM) PET Patent Infringement Case
Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) said today that it is pleased with the recent decision by the United States District Court in Wilmington, Del., to deny a motion filed by Wellman, Inc., for a preliminary injunction to stop Eastman's production of certain ParaStar(TM) PET resins at its facilities in Columbia, S.C. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 17:46:51 GMT)

Real Live Pet Show to be held at the Cape Coral Yacht Club on Friday
A Real Live Pet Show is from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Cape Coral Yacht Club, 5819 Driftwood Parkway, Cape Coral. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 18:51:44 GMT)

Do you have insurance for your pet?
Got pet insurance? The News-Herald would like to talk to you for an upcoming story. Please contact Tracey Read at 954-7209, or e-mail TRead@News-Herald.com (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:28:26 GMT)

City tables pet law
Dogs and cats may have to be licensed in Arkansas City, but not just yet. City commissioners tabled an ordinance that would have required pet licenses at their meeting Tuesday. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 21:01:53 GMT)

Briefs: Pet expo returns to convention center
Family dogs, cats, ferrets and other pets, so long as they are on a leash, are welcome this weekend at the annual Pittsburgh Pet Expo, which returns to the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Downtown. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:07:27 GMT)

Community pet laws have some peeved
Pet policies in local communities often force homeowners to make tough decisions. Pet limits have forced some residents to send one pet to live with a relative, while one couple moved from one town to another when faced with hundreds of dollars in fines. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 05:15:52 GMT)

Pet Obituaries
There may come a time when you submit an obituary to your local paper to honor a relative or a friend, but have you ever thought about submitting one for your pet? (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 05:30:47 GMT)

Apartment Rental Pet Preferences Diverge Geographically
After a survey of its internal search data, MyNewPlace reveals that renters looking for pet friendly apartments that specifically allow cats tend to live in northern cities whereas renters who prefer dogs tend to live in the south and west regions of the nation. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:01:00 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Larry
Larry is a 1-year-old old pit bull who is playful and loves short walks. He passed an obedience class with his "pet partner" and is up-to-date with vaccines and already neutered. All Larry asks for is a loving and permanent home. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 07:12:08 GMT)

Soccer Mom & Friends Shut Down 2 More Pet Shops
Actor Chris DeRose talking about the two pet store closures "The new face of activism, soccer moms in Malibu and fundraisers in Beverly Hills!" Those are the words of Kim Sill, who we spoke to back in August . Sill is a dedicated pet activist who wants see pet stores stop selling pups from puppy mills and rather see people adopt from a shelter or buy straight from a legitimate ... (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:57:54 GMT)

Showbiz Dog: Start With A Pet Picture
Pets are really fun to be with and their companion is really exceptional, especially if you have a pet dog, their loyalty is really great. They can also be a good guard, protecting you from any harm. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:16:05 GMT)

Pet portrait benefit coming up
CB Photo is closed, but Rapid City photographer Chris Benson will be picking up her camera again for the annual Humane Society pet portrait benefit shoot. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 11:20:25 GMT)

Rexam Prescription Launches 100% Post-Consumer Recycled PET Resin Liquid Oval Containers
Consumers are increasingly looking for ways to "go green" and reduce their environmental impact. To help meet this demand, Rexam Prescription Products has become the first packaging company to develop and market a liquid prescription oval made with 100 percent post-consumer recycled PET resin. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT)

Dress up your pet contest
We all know that when nobody is watching you like to play dress-up with your family pet. Don't be ashamed -- we've done it, too. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:56:31 GMT)

Banksy's Village Pet Store and Grill
All those Banksy billboards that popped up around Manhattan proved to mean something after all - they were to promote Banksy's show/installation in Greenwich Village, which opened today. "The Village Pet Store and Grill" has pet-like displays along with items that might make one hungry. Hot dogs and salami as gerbils, a hairless Tweety bird, fish sticks in a fish tank, chicken products in a ... (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 15:57:16 GMT)

Howlin' for Halloween and Pet Soup
The economic crisis has hit families hard nationwide. Pets are directly affected by their owners' lack of resources. The Humane Society is answering the call to help with a free spay promotion - Howlin' for Halloween and a new pet food project - Pet Soup. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 16:03:48 GMT)

Pet adoptathon
State Sen. Serphin Maltese, center wearing red tie, sponsored a pet adoptathon at Bobbi & the Strays at the Shops at Atlas Park in Glendale. So far, the adoptathon has helped three dogs and two kittens find new homes. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 16:49:31 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Hanna Banana
Hanna Banana LeBrasseur is this week's featured pet. Go Sox! (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 16:55:26 GMT)

Pet Rock's top 5 celebrity debates we want to see
With all the presidential debate talk being bandied about the U.S., Pet Rock wondered what celebrity debates would be worth watching. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:31:50 GMT)

Humane society to hold pet adoption in Florence
The Florence Area Humane Society will have a pet adoption from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at Planet Arf in Florence. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 20:29:20 GMT)

Banksy becomes a pet shop boy in New York
For days, New Yorkers had walked past workmen installing a pet shop. Spotting what appeared to be a leopard and monkey through the window on 7th Avenue, a few had even marched in to complain about the small space in which the wild animals were confined. But yesterday, The Village Pet Store and Charcoal Grill was revealed to be the latest work by the street artist Banksy, complete with ... (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 23:26:45 GMT)

Pet industry rapidly going green
Even if people don't get on the 'think green' ecological bandwagon, apparently our pets will be there. Backer's 42nd Annual Pet Industry Christmas Trade Show is one of the largest pet product shows in the world, offering an array of newly-released and soon-to-be-released products. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 01:44:19 GMT)

Pet Resort Owner Guilty of Possession
LAKELAND | The owner of Parkway Pet Resort in Lakeland was arrested Thursday after deputies received a tip that he was growing more than 20 marijuana plants at his business, according to the Sheriff's Office. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 03:36:49 GMT)

Get the scoop: Coral Springs might fine ill-equipped pet owners
If you're caught empty-handed and ill-equipped to remove animal droppings, you might have to pay a $125 fine. That's an issue Coral Springs commissioners are to take up next month as they review pet rules. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 03:58:13 GMT)

Kohl's supports pet therapy at Mission Children's Hospital
The Kohl's Cares for Kids program has renewed its partnership with Mission Children's Hospital with a $16,884 grant for 2008-2009 to support the Kohl's Paws with a Purpose pet therapy program. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:28:40 GMT)

Galesville City Council says pet pig has to go
GALESVILLE — A Galesville family will have to find a new home for its pet miniature potbellied pig. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:04:20 GMT)

Super Pet Expo scheduled for SUNY Rockland soon
SUFFERN — A pet shopping and education event, Super Pet Expo, will be held Nov. 7-9 at SUNY Rockland, featuring pet-related exhibitors, entertainment and educational activities. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 06:07:45 GMT)

Pet dog died after swallowing drugs
A FAMILY’S pet dog died from a drugs overdose after ingesting a quantity of amphetamine while out for a walk with her owner in a Northumberland village. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 07:44:17 GMT)

Weekend pet fair offers adoptions
By Michelle Sathe For The Signal Posted: Oct. 9, 2008 8:40 p.m. L.A. County shelter animals will get a second chance at finding a forever home while pet lovers enjoy family-friendly fun at the 8th Annual Bow-Wows & Meows Pet Fair on Sunday, at Newhall’s Hart Park. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 08:42:01 GMT)

Pet Picture: Reward For Your Dog
Pets are adorable, playful, dependable, cute and most of all loyal. Loyalty is really what you will get if you have a pet dog. Man’s best friend we usually call them and the reason why a lot of people love to take care of dogs. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 10:47:23 GMT)

Pet Thefts Outside the Odessa Pound Night Drop
No animal lover wants to see an unwanted pet abandoned but Animal Control officials say removing a dog from the overnight kennel drop off is a crime and it isn't helping the dog or cat. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:26:21 GMT)

Big Creek Pet Hospital begins grief support group
The staff at Big Creek Pet Hospital in Middleburg Heights hopes to help relieve the grief that comes with losing a pet. The Pet Loss Support Group will meet at the hospital for the first time 7-8 p.m. on Monday.... (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:45:31 GMT)

Pet Supermarket Continues to Remodel Stores across Florida
SUNRISE, Fla.----Pet Supermarket, the nation's largest privately owned chain of pet supply stores, has continued to remodel stores across Florida, and nationally. The two most recent stores to receive makeovers are: Jacksonville 10485 San Jose Blvd. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:40:00 GMT)

Pet adoption set for Oct. 18
Volunteers from the Carver Scott Humane Society will have a pet adoption Saturday, Oct. 18 from noon to 3 p.m. at Petco, located off of Singletree Lane, between Prairie Center Drive and Highway 212 in Eden Prairie. CSHS is without its own building and all pets are housed in foster care. read more (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 16:42:23 GMT)

2009 Pet Calendar Contest - Final Round
This is it! The Final Round of the 2009 Pet Calendar Contest ends on Oct. 20. Don't procrastinate! Vote for your favorite entries now. As always, thanks VERY MUCH for your support of Newspapers in Education and your local SPCAs! (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:54:56 GMT)

Vibrating Pet Glove Invites Jokes Involving a Certain Synonym for 'Cat' [Pets]
Apparently, your cat enjoys it when a soft, vibrating material is rubbed against it. That's why this vibrating pet glove exists. When your cat feels lonely and just needs a tender touch, slip on the... (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:07:21 GMT)

Pet of the week
Pet: Roo is a 10-month-old Doberman pinscher/boxer mix. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 05:18:59 GMT)

Fundraiser, pet blessing set
Pet lovers will gather Nov. 11 for a fundraiser and pet blessing sponsored by Paws for Friendship Inc. and K9 University. "Blessing of the Pets" will take place 6 - 8 p.m. at the K9 University campus, 9217 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 05:59:06 GMT)

Pet food collection
Iago Junior High School Student Council members sponsored a pet food drive on Sept. 15 to 25 at their campus. A total of 1,261.75 lbs. of pet food was collected. The donations are being sent to the Wharton City Pound and to Smiling Dog Farms also in Wharton. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 06:13:12 GMT)

Pet clinics offering discount services
Pet owners can get their animals rabies shots at two clinics in Stockton and Lathrop. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 07:13:15 GMT)

Drop off unwanted pet — no questions asked
Orange County Animal Services is hosting a Pet Amnesty Day today to allow residents to surrender unwanted puppies, kittens or adult pets with no cost and no questions asked. The division is also offering free rabies vaccines for cats and dogs older than four months. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Veteran's Memorial Park at 420 S. Park Ave., Winter Park. For details, call ... (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 08:14:24 GMT)

Pet vaccination clinic in W.V. is canceled
A pet vaccination clinic scheduled to coincide with the Animal Shelter groundbreaking Thursday has been canceled due to scheduling conflicts. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 10:47:01 GMT)

Easy reminder for annual pet visits to the vet
Through the years, I have adopted many rescued animals and have found it difficult to coordinate all of the animals' vaccinations and blood tests because I couldn't remember which pet needed what and when it was needed. Despite tracking their files and making elaborate charts, I found that either Fido or Fluffy was missing out on some things. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 21:01:00 GMT)

Diamond Pet Food plant fire
By Colleen Hogan Saturday, October 11, 2008 at 6:51 p.m. META -- A late night fire Friday night at a pet food factory in Osage County was quickly quelled by firefighters after workers noticed smoke coming from a grain processing room. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 00:03:17 GMT)

Pet Pros Offer Cost-Saving Advice
You can't put a price on unconditional love and companionship, but you can save money on pet care without compromising their health and lifestyle. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 04:33:18 GMT)

Kathy Kristof: Pet insurance
The smart choice on pet insurance is a personal one. Be careful to ferret out the differences in pet policies. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 05:08:44 GMT)

Mortimer, Pet of the Week for Oct. 12, 2008
Mortimer is an 18-month-old beagle/Shetland sheepdog/sheltie mix who’s lovable, affectionate and confident. He can be a little shy at first but gets along with children and other pets. He’s vaccinated, house trained and neutered. He’s available for adoption from Club Pet, Delaware Township. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 05:22:42 GMT)

Animals, Owners Gather for Pet Blessing Service
On the afternoon of Sun., Oct. 5, several of East Aurora's pet owners gathered to acknowledge the special relationship they feel with their animals. These "Pet Blessings" have been celebrated annually since at least 1982 and were hosted this year at St. Matthias Episcopal Church at Main and Maple Streets. Last year, co-sponsor Immanuel Lutheran Church hosted the ceremony in the lot north of Main ... (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:23:43 GMT)

North Beach pet owners need to pick up after their dogs
As a dog walker/pet sitter, I spend every day walking other people's dogs in Surfside, Bal Harbour, Bay Harbor Island, Sunny Isles and North Beach. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:45:38 GMT)

Pet owners threaten suicide
Some Cape Town pet owners love their animals so much they have threatened to commit suicide if they are forced to give any up in terms of a proposed bylaw which seeks to restrict the number of dogs and cats per household. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 10:55:09 GMT)

Pet owners threaten suicide
Panic has set in among pet owners about a bylaw that is about to be enforced. Helen Bamford reports. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 11:03:31 GMT)

Miramar family mourns cherished pet pig
Cherished pet first swine in cemetery In the lace-trimmed white coffin, Rachel Fernandez lay under her favorite pink "princess" blanket, her head atop a pink chenille pillow, a sweet smile on her lips. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 13:09:39 GMT)

Late night house fire left one family pet dead
By Pamela Credille Sunday, October 12, 2008 at 9:10 p.m. OTTUMWA, IOWA -- A late night house fire left one family pet dead. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 02:21:21 GMT)

Keeping your pet with you
Eternal Life Cremation Services offers pet owners the opportunity to have their pets' ashes returned to them in a timely manner -- within 24 hours. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:23:37 GMT)

Tanuf sets up disposal bins in Oman to collect used PET bottles for recycling
13 October 2008 MUSCAT -- Tanuf (National Mineral Water Co.) has taken the lead as a major investor in setting up the first PET recycling facility in the region. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:00:21 GMT)

From pet peeve to pet project
A couple opens the store Pussy & Pooch to help make downtown L.A. more dog and cat friendly. For pet lovers Janene Zakrajsek and Rob Gaudio, living in downtown Los Angeles presented some difficulties for their four-legged friends. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:18:34 GMT)

Type of Dog That You Can Be Proud Of In A Pet Picture
In a lot of ways, pet can be useful and at the same time add fun to your life. Useful in a way that they can do simple tasks like closing the door, picking piece of garbage and throw in on a trash can and other more things, especially if a pet is trained to do some tasks. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:32:28 GMT)

Consider these health tips for your pet
Through the years, I have adopted many rescue animals and have found it difficult to coordinate all of the animals' vaccinations and blood tests, because I couldn't remember which pet needed what and when it was needed. Despite tracking their files and making elaborate charts, I found that either Fido or Fluffy was missing out on some things. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 11:54:14 GMT)

Elmore County shelter's Pet of the Week
The Elmore County Humane Society's Pet of the Week is Baby Girl, a dachshund/Feist mix who is about 1 year old and about 15 pounds. She is described as spayed, heartworm negative, loves children and is good with other dogs. The adoption fee is $85 for dogs and $65 for cats. To see Baby Girl and other pets, visit the shelter at 255 Central Plank Road in Wetumpka, call 567-3377 or visit ... (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:06:28 GMT)

Sympathy notes fine when a pet has died
Q I have always been a pet lover. My cats and dogs have always been important to me, but especially since my children all moved away and got married, and I am now a widow. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:22:25 GMT)

West Virginia K-9 Kills Resident's Pet Dog
police say a police dog that fatally bit a resident's pet Dachshund last week was only doing what it was trained to do. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 15:46:07 GMT)

Flaming Pet Rat Starts Fire, Damages Titusville Home
A pet rat, a piece of twine and some questionable judgment ended with a Brevard County home in flames. The rat is fine, the house is not. SEE THE RAT: Images Of Amelia Earhart After Fire RAW INTERVIEW: Owner Of Pet Rat Speaks To Eyewitness News AT THE SCENE: Images Of Damaged Titusville Home VIDEO REPORT: Home Seriously Damaged When Flaming Pet Rat Starts Fire (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:41:42 GMT)

Balloon Days pet show winners announced
CNA photo by JASMYNNE SLOAN Fire breathing? Dylan Lynch and his bearded dragon Drake wait for their interview during the Balloon Days pet show Sept. 15 at Creston Municipal Airport. The pair won first place in the miscellaneous category. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 17:08:46 GMT)

Police probe pet elk shot in western Pa. pen
State police are trying to determine who shot two pet elk owned by a family in southwestern Pennsylvania. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 17:56:14 GMT)

Police probe pet elk shot in western Pa. pen
GRINDSTONE, Pa. (AP) - State police are trying to determine who shot two pet elk owned by a family in southwestern Pennsylvania. Bernard and Cheryl Liptak, of Jefferson Township, Fayette County, say one elk was shot to death in its pens last week and now another elk has been found shot in the leg. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 18:01:20 GMT)

Pet Elk Shot In Fayette County
Belle Vernon state police are investigating an attack on a family's pet elk in Fayette County. Bernard and Cheryl Liptak, of Jefferson Township, say their pet elk was shot to death in its pen last week. They say just yesterday, they found another elk with a bullet wound to the leg. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 18:31:31 GMT)

Settlement To Be Argued In Pet Food Recall Case
What kind of monetary value can be placed on a pet? That's just one of the issues expected to be raised during oral arguments Tuesday before a Camden federal judge over a $32 million settlement for contaminated pet food lawsuits. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 18:59:44 GMT)

Settlement to Be Argued in Pet Food Recall Case
On Tuesday, a federal judge will hear oral arguments on a proposal that would bring to $32 million the amount pet food makers and distributors would pay to settle hundreds of lawsuits over contaminated pet food that last year killed or sickened thousands of animals. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 19:10:38 GMT)

Settlement to be argued in big pet food case
To their owners, pets are part of the family -- not mere commodities. Legally speaking, it's murkier than that. On Tuesday, a federal judge will hear oral arguments on a proposal that would bring to $32 million the amount pet food makers and distributors would pay to settle hundreds of lawsuits over contaminated pet food that last year killed or sickened thousands of animals. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 20:04:59 GMT)

Settlement to be argued in big pet food case
To their owners, pets are part of the family -- not mere commodities. Legally speaking, it's murkier than that. On Tuesday, a federal judge in Camden will hear oral arguments on a proposal that would bring to $32 million the amount pet food makers and distributors would pay to settle hundreds of lawsuits over contaminated pet food that last year killed or sickened thousands of animals. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 22:02:06 GMT)

A Surreal Pet Store in the Village
The name 'Village Pet Store and Charcoal Grill' is the first clue that the shop isn't normal. Then the pearl-wearing bunny sitting in the window should be another "what the?" And if that's not enough, then the fried fish fingers swimming in the fishbowl will be the final straw: Yeah, something wacky is going on here. Toni Senecal explains. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 22:16:28 GMT)

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