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Slumping economy puts crimp in pet care
Veterinarian Linda Wallace keeps an apparently serene golden retriever named Bo current on his vaccinations at the Sunset Animal Medical Center in Fair Oaks on Monday. Another local vet says there has been a 15 to 20 percent decline in the last year in the number of pets kept current on checkups and vaccinations. Pet owners are reportedly doing more comparison shopping and using ... (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:10:58 GMT)

Heloise: Pet food tips
Dear Heloise: I buy premium dry food for our five feline boys, but could never remember which ones they liked (there is so much variety in our local pet store). I had my husband cut out the labels, which showed the brand and flavor, and take a digital photo, which I carry with me to the pet shop. Now I always bring home the right food. Works for canned food, too! -- Dot M., Tyler, Texas (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:29:21 GMT)

Isle of Wight: Pet budgie died in cell fire at Parkhurst Prison
By County Press Reporter - Wednesday, November 19, 2008 A PET budgie died in a cell fire at Parkhurst Prison yesterday (Tuesday). Crews from Newport and Cowes attended the blaze, located in bedding, at around 8.30am. They used one internal hose reel and the incident was over by 8.50am. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 09:13:20 GMT)

It’s Easy to Get a Pet Picture Online
There are many people who enjoy having a pet around. It keeps them happy and relieves their stress. Also, there are some who already consider their pet as someone who is already a part of their family. If you are a pet lover, then there are many ways for you to enjoy your pet. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:32:17 GMT)

Pet of the Week
Princess is a 1-and-a-half year-old female Shepherd-Husky mix. She deserves to begin a new journey in her life that will bring her more love and happiness than she has ever known. Her owners brought her to AAR because they were unable to care for her properly. She will warm your heart with her wonderful personality. She is incredibly lovable, affectionate and loves to be hugged, pet and kissed. ... (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:39:04 GMT)

Puppy mill foes turn on pet stores
How much is that doggie in the window? At Montreal pet stores, it's somewhere between $150 and $899, depending on whether it's a mutt or a chihuahua. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:38:18 GMT)

Naviscan Receives 510(k) Clearance for Stereo Navigator(TM) - the First Commercially Available Breast PET-Guided ...
Naviscan, Inc., announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted 510 clearance for its biopsy-guidance feature designed exclusively for use with its high-resolution organ-specific PET scanner. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:50:00 GMT)

Dog walker attacked by men in row over pet
A DOG walker stabbed in a confrontation with two men over his pet lurcher today spoke of his injuries. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:59:39 GMT)

Volunteering at Pet Network
The newest group of Pet Network volunteers received instructions from Nikki McGinn, volunteer coordinator at last week's volunteer training session at the Pet NetWork in Incline Village. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 14:03:32 GMT)

Caring for Your Pet on a Budget
(ARA) - Most people consider a pet a member of the family -- and for good reason. Pets offer companionship, amusement and unconditional love. Studies support that owning a pet offers a multitude of emotional and overall health rewards. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:25:12 GMT)

States Propose Lap-pet Bans
Virginia and New Hampshire have wrapped proposed lap-pet bans into driver safety legislation that would prohibit using hand-held cell phones while driving and require using headlights when it's raining. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 15:38:54 GMT)

No fee, no feline? Mad pet lover wields bat, liberates cat after shelter fee spat
DALLAS - Police are looking for an irate pet lover so intent on liberating his lost cat that he wielded a bat to fend off animal shelter employees. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 16:19:10 GMT)

Comparing Pet Supplies
Whether it be food, toys or grooming when it comes to pets -- many owners go all out. We wanted to know how the prices break down for some of the items pet owners routinely buy. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:56:25 GMT)

Fire guts Wytheville home, kills family pet
A firefighter was injured and a family pet killed on Monday in a late-evening blaze that gutted a Wytheville residence. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 19:01:56 GMT)

Designer Meals & Holiday Treats for Your Pet
If you're looking for a present for your pooch this holiday season, we may have the answer. Paw Phashions in Ogden specializes in designer duds and gourmet treats for your pet. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 20:48:51 GMT)

More Owners Cutting Back On Pet Care To Save Money
As tough times take their toll on families across North Texas, many are cutting back wherever they can. In some cases, that includes pet care. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 22:43:55 GMT)

Pet adoption this Saturday in Liberty
The LMS Stars are helping the Liberty Animal Control with the Pet Adoption Day, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of N. Main and Grand streets in Liberty. (Wed, 19 Nov 2008 23:15:25 GMT)

Rockford's pet registration fees could double
How much Rockford residents pay to register dogs and cats would increase significantly under a city proposal that seeks new laws to crack down on irresponsible pet owners and further protect people from dangerous animals. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 02:31:01 GMT)

Community Searches For Pet Lost 29 Days Ago
A community is coming together to help find a lost pet. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:10:29 GMT)

Pet lover goes batty at shelter
DALLAS - Police are looking for an irate pet lover so intent on liberating his lost cat that he wielded a bat to fend off animal shelter employees. Dallas Animal Shelter... (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:27:21 GMT)

Myrtle Beach pet cemetery open for business
Myrtle Beach's pet burial area at Ocean Woods municipal cemetery is now open. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:42:45 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Bella
Bella is back as Pet of the Week because she desperately needs a home. She is a brown- and white-striped adult tabby who is affectionate, sweet and laid-back. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:15:07 GMT)

Choosing a pet for your child
In many households, pets become an extended member of the family. Before choosing a pet for your child, there are some things to keep in mind. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:18:38 GMT)

Pet of the Week
Princess is a 1-and-a-half year-old female Shepherd-Husky mix. She deserves to begin a new journey in her life that will bring her more love and happiness than she has ever known. Her owners brought her to AAR because they were unable to care for her properly. She will warm your heart with her wonderful personality. She is incredibly lovable, affectionate and loves to be hugged, pet and kissed. ... (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 08:46:06 GMT)

How a pet dog can help you lose weight!
London, Nov 20 : Besides protecting house from burglars, a pet pooch can help you and your family shed extra flab - that's what the story of a Brit couple suggests. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:28:44 GMT)

TRAGIC FIRE AT PET SHOP
Dozens of animals died yesterday in a pet shop when a blaze destroyed a row of Bronx stores. "Birds, kittens, hamsters, lizards, mice and fish. We lost them all," said a despondent David Rivera, who worked at Stephanie and Amanda's Pet Center on... (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 09:58:15 GMT)

Pet adoption this Saturday in Liberty
The LMS Stars are helping the Liberty Animal Control with the Pet Adoption Day, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of N. Main and Grand streets in Liberty. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:05:27 GMT)

More than a 100 animals perish in pet shop fire
More than 100 frantic birds, reptiles and small animals died trapped in their cages Wednesday when fire raged through a Bronx pet shop. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 13:40:28 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Basil
Basil, an English bulldog, has been chosen as this week's Pet of the Week. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:02:43 GMT)

Pet supply store opens in downtown Boone
If pet owners are looking for pet supplies, pet beds or even wind ornaments - all of these items can be found at Petsakes, located at 826 Story St. The new business opened approximately a month ago and is one of the company's two locations. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 16:02:03 GMT)

Cast your vote in the Best Pet contest!
The fur is flying in the Daily News' 2nd Annual Best Pet Contest. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:16:34 GMT)

Caring for Your Pet on a Budget
(ARA) - Most people consider a pet a member of the family -- and for good reason. Pets offer companionship, amusement and unconditional love. Studies support that owning a pet offers a multitude of emotional and overall health rewards. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 18:08:11 GMT)

Pet store chain linked to puppy mills
After an eight-month investigation, the Humane Society of the United States accused Petland, the national pet store chain, of selling dogs bred under appalling conditions at puppy mills around the country. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:31:30 GMT)

Myrtle Beach opens pet cemetary
By Joel Allen Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 2:47 p.m. It sounds like something from a Stephen King novel, but this is real. The city of Myrtle Beach now has a pet cemetery. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:50:05 GMT)

Firefighters resuscitate pet lizard
Firefighters resuscitated a pet lizard after the heat lamp on the reptile's tank fell and started a fire Wednesday afternoon. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:20:49 GMT)

Cary Man Ends Rein As Head Of Pet Sitting Association
Jerry Wentz, will end his term as Past President of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters next month. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 21:27:29 GMT)

Cutting Corners on Pet Care
Pet experts in the Northland say the area isn't following the national trend. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:31:07 GMT)

Advocates encourage pet stores to stop puppy sales
Consumers who buy puppies from pet stores are unwittingly supporting a puppy mill industry where tens of thousands of dogs spend their lives breeding without exercise or human contact in dirty, cramped, unhealthy quarters, according to the Humane Society of the United States. (Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:43:27 GMT)

Veterinarians Warn Pet Tax Will Cause Harm
Veterinarians are lining up against Gov. Schwarzenegger's pet tax, warning the proposed tax on veterinarian services will make it more difficult for families to give their pets needed care. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 00:24:19 GMT)

Advocates encourage pet stores to stop puppy sales
Consumers who buy puppies from pet stores are unwittingly supporting a puppy mill industry where tens of thousands of dogs spend their lives breeding without exercise or human contact in dirty, cramped, unhealthy quarters, according to the Humane Society of the United States. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 01:43:25 GMT)

my-pet-world
bc-my-pet-world 11/19 TMS Retransmission MY PET WORLD For release 11/19/2008 (ATTENTION EDITORS: This column ends with the words, "...learn more at www.home4theholidays.org." If the column you see below concludes any other way, you have received an incomplete version. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 02:05:15 GMT)

Eyewitness News Goes Inside Pet ER
When a person falls sick or is suddenly injured, an ambulance can be called to go to the hospital. When a pet is sick, its owners call the veterinarian -- but what happens during the overnight hours or weekends? (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:15:39 GMT)

Puppy Mill Investigation Leads To 2 MN Pet Stores
The Humane Society of the United States alleges a popular pet store has been using puppy mills as its supplier. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 04:58:58 GMT)

Tips: Before buying a pet
Before buying a pet Find one that fits your lifestyle. Every breed is different. Don't buy an animal if you can't visit the home or breeding facility where it has been kept. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:11:33 GMT)

100 animals, business lost in fire at Morrisania pet center
A Bronx pet shop owner who lost more than 100 animals in a horrific blaze vowed Thursday to rebuild his 27-year-old business. All Edwin David Rios has left of Stephanie and Amanda's Pet Center in Morrisania is a parrot, two kittens and two dogs. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 08:16:21 GMT)

Exclusive Video: Fire Guts Anderson County Home; Hero Pet Missing
A fire destroys an Upstate home early Friday morning. Now a family has their dog to thank for getting them out alive. But they can’t find their hero pet! (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 09:58:17 GMT)

Adopt-A-Pet Event To Be Held at PCC
Polk Community College's Student Activities Department and the Humane ≠Society are hosting an Adopt-A-Pet event today, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., on the Winter Haven campus. The event is open to the community. People who want to adopt an animal need to be at least 18 years old. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:16:56 GMT)

Pet of the Week
Princess is a 1-and-a-half year-old female Shepherd-Husky mix. She deserves to begin a new journey in her life that will bring her more love and happiness than she has ever known. Her owners brought her to AAR because they were unable to care for her properly. She will warm your heart with her wonderful personality. She is incredibly lovable, affectionate and loves to be hugged, pet and kissed. ... (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:45:39 GMT)

Caring for Your Pet on a Budget
(ARA) - Most people consider a pet a member of the family -- and for good reason. Pets offer companionship, amusement and unconditional love. Studies support that owning a pet offers a multitude of emotional and overall health rewards. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:32:53 GMT)

SensL Enters PET/MRI Brain Imaging Market
SensL, an international low light sensing solutions provider, has announced sales of Silicon Photomultiplier technology to enable construction of two PET/MRI brain imaging systems. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:24:56 GMT)

Adopt a Pet and Save a Life
With the Thanksgiving Holidays right around the corner, now could be the perfect time to make a pet part of your family. We visited the Roicy Duhon Animal Control Center in Lafayette to meet some beautiful pets hoping to win your heart. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:02:09 GMT)

Fundraiser is on at Pet Food Shoppe
LAKEVILLE — Dave Carlson, manager of The Pet Food Shoppe on Rte. 44, has announced that Massachusetts Vest-a-Dog, Inc. will be the recipient of the "Helping Paws For The Holdays" fund-raiser, which will begin on Nov. 29 and run through Dec. 24. A... (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:02:23 GMT)

Pet palace deal 'a match made in heaven'
Wellington's former Chest Hospital is to become a multimillion-dollar pet palace, with the SPCA being given the green light to shift in. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:09:23 GMT)

Pet of the Week
November is adopt-a-senior pet month at the Humane Society of Grove and Grand Lake, so there’s no time like the present to welcome an older dog or cat into your home. The Humane Society Pet of the Week is Dottie - a 6 year old Doberman Pincher and she has a lot of love to give. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:30:26 GMT)

Man falls through pet shop skylight after puppy thefts in Fremont
A man was in critical condition late Thursday after falling through the skylight of a pet shop from which burglars earlier had stolen 17 purebred puppies worth at least $11,000, police said. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:26:28 GMT)

Del Monte Pet Products, with Milk-Bone®, Meow Mix® and 9Lives®, Sponsor Macys 22nd Annual Holiday Pet Adoption Windows
SAN FRANCISCO----Milk-Bone®, Meow Mix® and 9Lives® are helping local dogs and cats find loving homes just in time for the holidays, as the presenting sponsors of Macy’s Union Square 22nd Annual Holiday Pet Adoption Windows, benefitting the San Francisco SPCA. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:19:00 GMT)

Pet owners looking to cut costs
With the holidays right around the corner, some might be looking to purchase a dog or a cat for a gift, but before doing so you're going to want to know the costs associated with them. Some pet owners are having a hard time these days financially. However, as our Amy Ohler reports, there are ways to save a buck and still keep your pet healthy. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:19:30 GMT)

You Can Track Pet Abuse
There's a way to track pet abusers right down to the neighborhood where the crime happened. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:36:30 GMT)

Pet owners can find quality when they adopt
When it comes down to looking for a pet, everyone is faced with the decision of whether to buy a purebred from a breeder or adopt. Although purebred are beautiful, adoption has its rewards. There are many benefits to adopting a pet, along with many success stories. (Fri, 21 Nov 2008 23:40:09 GMT)

Fairfield Pet Food Pantry Helps Families Keep Their Pets
FAIRFIELD (NEWS CENTER) -- Paws for a Cause is a pet food pantry that gives out animal food to people who need help feeding their pets. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:01:54 GMT)

Economic Drop Off Equals Pet Drop Off Too
ROCKFORD - From vet visits to grooming and food finances, taking care of a pet takes quite a bite out of the pocket book. That's one reason why Winnebago County Animal Services has seen an increase in animal drop-offs over the past six weeks. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 02:09:41 GMT)

Funeral home now offering pet services
By STEVE SCHULWITZ News Staff Writer People often think of their pet as part of the family. They take them on vacations, feed them table food and sometimes dress them in pet garb. When a pet passes, or needs to be euthenized, the owners grieve much the same way they would as if losing a human loved-one. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 03:44:27 GMT)

Huntington Mall hosts Pet Photos with Santa
BARBOURSVILLE -- The Huntington Mall will host Pet Photos with Santa from 9 a.m. to noon Sunday, Nov. 23, at Santa's Castle in the Mall Gazebo. Pets will receive a free treat provided by Just Dogs! Gourmet. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:33:58 GMT)

Holiday pet sale beginning
With Christmas approaching and cold weather here, folks may be thinking of curling up with a new furry friend or giving a pet as a gift. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:55:00 GMT)

Puppies stolen from Fremont pet store
Fremont police are investigating the theft of 17 puppies worth more than $11,000 from a local pet shop. Read comments (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 06:44:52 GMT)

Puppies stolen from Fremont pet store
FREMONT, Calif. (AP) - Fremont police are investigating the theft of 17 puppies worth more than $11,000 from a local pet shop. Authorities say poodles and Dalmatians were among the expensive breeds that were apparently taken Wednesday night from Puppy Love Boutique along with their paperwork. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:03:23 GMT)

Pet-store puppy piles up vet bills
RIO RANCHO, N. M. (KRQE) - When the National Humane Society on Thursday labeled Petland stores the nation's top supporter of puppy mills, one local woman immediately wondered about the illnesses afflicting her new pet. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 07:25:13 GMT)

17 Puppies Worth $11K Stolen From Fremont Pet Shop
Fremont police are investigating the theft of 17 puppies worth more than $11,000 from a local pet shop. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 08:04:35 GMT)

Local store recalls pet food after syringe found in aisle
GUELPH (Nov 22, 2008) -- A country hardware store has recalled dog food after a syringe was found in the pet food aisle. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 09:36:40 GMT)

Pet adoption this Saturday in Liberty
The LMS Stars are helping the Liberty Animal Control with the Pet Adoption Day, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of N. Main and Grand streets in Liberty. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 10:43:25 GMT)

Pet Vet: Thanksgiving brings feast of turkey thoughts
It's just about Turkey Day, so I thought you should know a little about the amazing and extremely dumb turkey. You may have never considered having a turkey for a pet, but you might change your mind. ... (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 10:53:30 GMT)

Caring for Your Pet on a Budget
(ARA) - Most people consider a pet a member of the family -- and for good reason. Pets offer companionship, amusement and unconditional love. Studies support that owning a pet offers a multitude of emotional and overall health rewards. (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 11:33:13 GMT)

Police investigate possible pet food tampering
Police in Guelph are looking into a possible pet food tampering case at a hardware store in the city. Workers at the TSC store on Silvercreek Parkway found a syringe between bags of Purina dog food ... (Sat, 22 Nov 2008 12:30:12 GMT)

Process for congressional pet projects to continue
HONOLULU (AP) - U.S. Senator Daniel Inouye says he will not alter the way lawmaker's pet projects are funded when he takes over the powerful Senate Appropriations Committee in January. (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 00:07:57 GMT)

Process For Congressional Pet Projects To Continue
U.S. Sen. Daniel Inouye says he will not alter the way lawmaker's pet projects are funded when he takes over the powerful Senate Appropriations Committee in January. (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 02:23:19 GMT)

Pet Briefs
The Pet Helpers Spay and Neuter Clinic, 1447 Folly Road, opens today with a Tom Cat Blitz, a male cat neuter-a-thon. Pet Helpers officials hope to neuter 200 cats during the event. (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 05:17:09 GMT)

Pricey puppies stolen from Fremont pet store
Seventeen pricey puppies are missing, and a pet store owner is in critical condition at a local hospital after a bizarre heist at a new pet store in Fremont. Somebody broke into Puppy Love Boutique on Mowry Avenue between 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and 8:30 a.m.... (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 06:19:03 GMT)

Japanese man stabs bureaucrat over pet death
A Japanese man upset by the death of his pet turned himself in after fatally stabbing a bureaucrat and his wife, Japanese police and media said on Sunday. (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 06:31:41 GMT)

Murderer 'upset over pet'
A Japanese man upset by the death of his pet has turned himself in after fatally stabbing a bureaucrat and his wife, Japanese police and media have said. (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 06:59:17 GMT)

Caring for Your Pet on a Budget
(ARA) - Most people consider a pet a member of the family -- and for good reason. Pets offer companionship, amusement and unconditional love. Studies support that owning a pet offers a multitude of emotional and overall health rewards. (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:19:16 GMT)

BringFido.com Launches New Pet Friendly Travel Website
Today, BringFido.com launched a new and improved website with information on more than 25,000 pet friendly hotels in 150 countries worldwide. (PRWeb Nov 23, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/travel/pets/prweb1652584.htm (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:19:00 GMT)

Pet adoption this Saturday in Liberty
The LMS Stars are helping the Liberty Animal Control with the Pet Adoption Day, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of N. Main and Grand streets in Liberty. (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 08:55:19 GMT)

Pet owners have more holiday help
Ann Staples of Pineville has to board her 13-year-old cat, Rosey, when she leaves town. It's not easy. Staples said Rosey needs regular medication and gets lonely when left home alone. And “Rosey is terrified of dogs,” Staples says. She needs to leave her cat someplace where dogs aren't close by. So for several years, Staples has boarded her pet at 4 Seasons Cat Hospital in South Charlotte, a ... (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 12:20:23 GMT)

Pet of the Week
November is adopt-a-senior pet month at the Humane Society of Grove and Grand Lake, so there’s no time like the present to welcome an older dog or cat into your home. The Humane Society Pet of the Week is Dottie - a 6 year old Doberman Pincher and she has a lot of love to give. (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 17:48:48 GMT)

Cat deaths linked to pet food
UNEXPLAINED chronic illness and death among Sydney cats has been linked to a gourmet imported pet food withdrawn from stores over the past three weeks. (Sun, 23 Nov 2008 19:34:49 GMT)

Cancer-stricken Wendy Richard looks pale and gaunt as she goes shopping for pet dog Lily
Looking frail and gaunt, cancer-stricken actress Wendy Richard braved the cold weather to search for the perfect present for her beloved dog Lily as she shopped in a pet shop. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 00:57:41 GMT)

Fears pet food behind cat deaths
A Sydney vet says an imported pet food might be the cause of a chronic illness and the death of several cats. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 01:33:00 GMT)

New PetCareRx Writing Contest Allows Pet Owners to Share Their Best Pet Tales
Pet Owners can enter to win discounts and vouchers off pet related products. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:01:00 GMT)

Fire crews rescue pet birds, Chihuahuas from blaze
KITCHENER (Nov 24, 2008) -- Firefighters rescued two Chihuahuas and two pet birds from a burning house yesterday afternoon. Just after 4 p.m. Mark Crawford called 911 after seeing black smoke pouring out of his neighbour's chimney on Radcliffe Drive, near Block Line. He banged on the front door but no one was home. An electrical problem is suspected as the cause of the blaze, said platoon chief ... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 09:44:41 GMT)

Pet adoption this Saturday in Liberty
The LMS Stars are helping the Liberty Animal Control with the Pet Adoption Day, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of N. Main and Grand streets in Liberty. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:04:13 GMT)

Ohio Family Pet Expo showcases four-legged dancers
Lynn Ischay/The Plain DealerZoe, a 3-year-old multicolored Pomeranian, models a hat, silky collar and rhinestone from Canine Castle -- her owner Bonnie Swirsky's business -- at the Ohio Family Pet Expo at the International Exposition Center Sunday. In the bedlam... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 12:35:08 GMT)

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Whos the Cutest Dog of All? Settle it Once and for All on Progressives Pet Photo Gallery
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio----If you’ve ever duked it out about whether Fido or Fifi is the cutest pooch, you can now put the debate to rest with Progressive’s new pet photo gallery. Pet owners upload photos of their dogs or cats to the progressive.com pet photo gallery and visitors vote for their favorites. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT)

Rural King's Pet-O-Ween raises $$ for Animal Control
West City Rural King store manager Ed Belmont said he is pleased with the results of the first Pet-O-Ween, which took place Oct. 25 inside the store. “People and their pets dressed in costume and paid an entry fee to enter the contest, which culminated in a parade around the store,” he said. “The winner was an English bulldog and master dressed in clown attire. The runner-up was dressed as a ... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:07:31 GMT)

PET Bottles can be filled at temperatures to 185°F.
PET decanter style containers suit condiments, soups, sauces, fruits, vegetables and hot-fill applications. Molded of monolayer PET resin, 12 oz weighs 27 g, is 6.919 in. high and 2.410 in. in dia, and has 38 mm VAJ neck. Measuring 7.835 in. high and 2.953 in. in dia, 18 oz. container has 38 mm VAJ neck, and weighs 36 g. This story is related to the following: Material Handling and Storage ... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:52:48 GMT)

Hopes for waste reduction as oxi-biodegradation technology applied to PET
UK-based Wells Plastics has adapted its Reverte technology for use in polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles. According to the company, Reverte-treated PET products which are not sent for recycling will oxi-biodegrade in a fraction of time it takes standard PET products, which can be several hundred years. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:20:40 GMT)

Pet Pictures
Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control along with Paws on the Avenue are working together to help shelter pets get adopted. Pet owners can have a pet’s picture taken with Santa Claus and also adopt a shelter pet. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:30:51 GMT)

Enter Us' Cutest Pet Contest!
Do you have the cutest pet in the world? Now's your chance to show it off on Usmagazine.com! We're collecting photos of our readers posing with their furry friends from Nov. 24 to Dec. 8. The winning entries will appear on our Web site beginning Dec. 15. To enter, email your photo - along with your full name, age, hometown, phone number and a brief description of your photo (including your ... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:33:10 GMT)

Upset over pet, man stabs bureaucrat, wife
A Japanese man upset by the death of his pet turned himself in after fatally stabbing a bureaucrat and his wife, Japanese police and media said on Sunday. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 17:33:43 GMT)

Pet of the Week
November is adopt-a-senior pet month at the Humane Society of Grove and Grand Lake, so there’s no time like the present to welcome an older dog or cat into your home. The Humane Society Pet of the Week is Dottie - a 6 year old Doberman Pincher and she has a lot of love to give. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:22:22 GMT)

Treasure Valley Pet Food Pantry Launched
As the economic turbulence continues, many Treasure Valley residents are being forced to reconsider pet ownership. To keep cats and dogs in homes, several local organizations are now launching a huge pet food drive... (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:58:29 GMT)

Puppy Abducted From Pet Store
A woman stole a puppy from a pet store at Francis Scott Key Mall Saturday. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 22:16:44 GMT)

Pet Food Drive Set by Poster Animal Hospital
A Westport animal hospital, working with Save Our Strays, today announced a pet food drive to assist animal owners experiencing difficulty providing food and care for their animals. (Mon, 24 Nov 2008 22:53:21 GMT)

Fairfield Pet Food Pantry Helps Families Keep Their Pets
FAIRFIELD (NEWS CENTER) -- Paws for a Cause is a pet food pantry that gives out animal food to people who need help feeding their pets. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 01:29:12 GMT)

Green Bay police: pet dog found dead in oven
Associated Press - November 24, 2008 10:55 PM ET GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) - A Green Bay woman says she and a friend came home to a smoky house and found her pet dog dead in the hot oven. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:04:01 GMT)

Police: Pet Dog Found Dead In Oven In Green Bay
GREEN BAY, Wis. -- A Green Bay woman said that she and a friend came home to a smoky house and found her pet dog dead in the hot oven. Alex Rouse said that the 5-month-old Pekinese/poodle puppy named Hulk meant everything to her. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:13:27 GMT)

Pet Dog Found Dead in Oven
Green Bay woman says she and a friend came home to a smoky house and found her pet dog dead in the hot oven. The case remains under investigation. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:15:54 GMT)

Pet resort opens in time for holidays in north Phoenix
This holiday season, the owners of a new pet resort are hoping clients will choose their specialized facility in lieu of a kennel for their pets. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:56:15 GMT)

Pet shops in line for Florida state inspections
State inspectors will conduct a sweep of pet stores during the next five weeks to ensure the establishments are complying with laws that protect consumers who buy pets. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:06:01 GMT)

State inspectors to check pet stores for violations
Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services agents will be inspecting pet stores over the next five weeks to ensure that the businesses are complying with regulations that protect consumers. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:30:34 GMT)

State to make holiday sweep of pet stores
The state’s Agriculture and Consumer Services Commission is sweeping pet stores through the end of the year, looking for violations they said could hurt consumers. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:56:53 GMT)

Shelter to shoot pet photos with Santa
ROSAS invites pet owners to bring their pets and family members for photos with Santa from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Lowe's in Highland Heights at 2369 U.S. 27. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 10:36:30 GMT)

Caring for Your Pet on a Budget
(ARA) - Most people consider a pet a member of the family -- and for good reason. Pets offer companionship, amusement and unconditional love. Studies support that owning a pet offers a multitude of emotional and overall health rewards. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 11:25:24 GMT)

‘Waggin Tails’ organizes collection for pet shelters
LONG HILL TWP. – Waggin Tails Petsitting Services of Stirling is sponsoring “Wishbones for Pets,” a charitable program designed to collect and distribute pet goods/ funds to local pet shelters and other pet related agencies in the community. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:16:23 GMT)

Pet parrot bonks owner's feather hat!
London, Nov 25 : A pet parrot, who had swallowed nine SlimNSexy diet pills, which also boosts sex drive, started bonking its owner's feather hat. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 13:28:03 GMT)

State to make holiday sweep of pet stores
The state Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is sweeping pet stores through the end of the year, looking for violations they said could hurt consumers. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:06:54 GMT)

If friend neglects a pet, speak up
Help for pet owners (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:21:01 GMT)

Caring for Your Pet on a Budget
Content provided by Del Monte (ARA) - Most people consider a pet a member of the family -- and for good reason. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:53:42 GMT)

Get your pet photo with Santa
To help start the holiday season, the Central Brevard Humane Society is partnering with PETCO and PetSmart to host Pet Photos with Santa. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:51:20 GMT)

Police: Pet dog found dead in oven
GREEN BAY, Wis. — A Green Bay woman says she and a friend came home to a smoky house and found her pet dog dead in the hot oven. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 15:58:55 GMT)

Wisconsin Woman Finds Pet Dog Dead in Hot Oven
A Green Bay woman said she and a friend came home to a smoky house and found her pet dog dead in a hot oven. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 20:16:05 GMT)

Pet Tip: Thanksgiving feast not for every family member
Thanksgiving Day for us is about getting together with family and sharing a feast. We often share that feast with the family pet, too. (Tue, 25 Nov 2008 22:13:23 GMT)

ASPCA Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips
The ASPCA offers some insight on how to keep your pet healthy and full this Thanksgiving weekend. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 00:30:49 GMT)

Pet owners faced with hard choices in poor economy
As people make difficult choices in this tough economy, pets are sometimes the losers. Veterinarians say people are delaying trips to animal hospitals for sick dogs and cats. They say if a pet is sick for more than two days, they should be seen by a veterinarian. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:00:13 GMT)

Winnebago County raises pet fees $10
Winnebago County Board members approved higher pet registration fees and bought Chairman Scott Christiansen a new car Tuesday. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 05:28:19 GMT)

Pet adoption this Saturday in Liberty
The LMS Stars are helping the Liberty Animal Control with the Pet Adoption Day, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2008 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of N. Main and Grand streets in Liberty. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:09:29 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Loss Widens; Debt Reduced
Central Garden & Pet Loss Widens; Debt Reduced (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:56:42 GMT)

Nano Pet Products, LLC Strikes Retail Deal with UK-Based Pets at Home to Meet Increasing Demand Overseas
Nano Pet Products, LLC, based in Wilton, Connecticut, a global marketer of proprietary canine Dog Gone Smart Bed and Dog Gone Smart Wear, feline and equine products based on revolutionary nanotechnology, announced its first UK retail relationship with Pets at Home based in Handforth, Cheshire, England. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:00:00 GMT)

Caring for Your Pet on a Budget
(ARA) - Most people consider a pet a member of the family -- and for good reason. Pets offer companionship, amusement and unconditional love. Studies support that owning a pet offers a multitude of emotional and overall health rewards. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:22:28 GMT)

‘Waggin Tails’ organizes collection for pet shelters
LONG HILL TWP. – Waggin Tails Petsitting Services of Stirling is sponsoring “Wishbones for Pets,” a charitable program designed to collect and distribute pet goods/ funds to local pet shelters and other pet related agencies in the community. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:18:57 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet 4Q loss widens to $13.9M
Central Garden & Pet Co. said Wednesday its fiscal fourth-quarter loss widened to $13.9 million as it recorded a $27.8 million charge to write down certain assets. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:57:46 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Co. says fiscal 4th-quarter loss grows to $13.9 million on charge
Central Garden & Pet Co. said Wednesday its fiscal fourth-quarter loss widened to $13.9 million as it recorded a $27.8 million charge to write (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:19:56 GMT)

Pet shops in line for Florida state inspections
State inspectors will conduct a sweep of pet stores during the next five weeks to ensure the establishments are complying with laws that protect consumers who buy pets. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 14:27:08 GMT)

Pet Store Owner Improving After Fall Through Roof
 The co-owner of a Fremont pet boutique who was seriously injured  when he fell from the store's roof Thursday morning while trying to  investigate how 17 puppies were stolen is doing much... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:35:39 GMT)

Gleaner's annual Pet Calendar going on sale Friday
The 2008 Gleaner Pet Calendar goes on sale Friday. The 14-month, color calendar only costs $4, and it is chock full of local dogs, cats and other pets. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:31:59 GMT)

Drug bust in Alton, 7-foot pet alligator in pit
Associated Press - November 26, 2008 12:55 PM ET ALTON, Texas (AP) - Pet in a pit? A drug bust at a home in South Texas led to the discovery of a 7-foot-long alligator in a pit topped... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 18:08:00 GMT)

Shares of Central Garden & Pet up after fiscal 4th-quarter results beat analyst estimates
Shares of Central Garden & Pet Co. soared Wednesday after the company's results beat Wall Street estimates for its fiscal fourth (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:18:56 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Co. shares surge more than 18 percent in morning trading
Shares of Walnut Creek-based Central Garden & Pet Company jumped more than 18 percent in morning trading after the company announced fourth quarter and full year results for its fiscal year Tuesday. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:22:53 GMT)

Animal charity warns pet owners about frostbite
An animal charity is warning pet owners about the perils of frostbite with Britain braced for a cold snap (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 20:16:35 GMT)

Seattle Humane Society launches holiday pet food drive
The Humane Society will begin its annual Holiday Pet Food Drive on Friday, with Safeway stores across King County accepting donations. (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 20:36:32 GMT)

Cops don't buy confessed double-killer's pet-revenge story
The man who confessed to killing a former vice welfare minister and his wife in Saitama and stabbing another ex-top bureaucrat's wife in Tokyo said in a letter sent to his father just before he turned himself in that he had avenged the euthanizing of his pet dog, police said Wednesday. The letter, which was seized, says, "On Friday, April 5, 1974, my pet dog Chiro was killed by the public health ... (Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:10:43 GMT)

Family steals Chihuahua puppy from pet store
GASTONIA, N.C. -- Surveillance cameras at a Gastonia pet store captured what appears to be a family with two young children stealing a puppy. The store owner says the group was in and out of his store with the stolen dog in under four minutes. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:31:19 GMT)

Shares of Central Garden & Pet up after fiscal 4th-quarter results beat analyst estimates
Shares of Central Garden & Pet Co. soared Wednesday after the company's results beat Wall Street estimates for its fiscal fourth (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 01:34:17 GMT)

Shelter has much to offer pet lovers
There are about 50 dogs and 60 cats that are in need of homes from the Pet Adoption Center. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 05:27:29 GMT)

Show your pet’s soul
DON'T miss your chance to win a Canon PowerShot G10 camera in our pet photo competition. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 05:59:21 GMT)

Urbandale pet tags ready for ’09
Urbandale pet license tags are now available for 2009. Register at City Hall, 3600 86th St., or by mail. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:18:51 GMT)

Pet adoption center bounds forward
Hank, a basset hound owned by Jimmy Minor of Newport, seems to be welcoming guests to a groundbreaking ceremony held Saturday for a future pet adoption center being built by the Pet Adoption and Welfare Society of Carteret County. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:12:03 GMT)

Pet Calendar: North Edition
Kittens for adoption, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day, PetSmart, 1740 University Drive, Vista. Sponsor: Baja Animal Sanctuary, bajaanimalsanctuary.org. Small dogs for adoption, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Pet People, 260 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:19:42 GMT)

Pet Calendar: East Edition
9 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day, PetSmart, 1740 University Drive, Vista. Sponsor: Baja Animal Sanctuary, bajaanimalsanctuary.org. Small dogs for adoption, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Pet People, 260 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:20:32 GMT)

Pet Calendar: South Edition
9 a.m. to 9 p.m. every day, PetSmart, 1740 University Drive, Vista. Sponsor: Baja Animal Sanctuary, bajaanimalsanctuary.org. Small dogs for adoption, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Pet People, 260 N. El Camino Real, Encinitas. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:20:42 GMT)

Caring for Your Pet on a Budget
(ARA) - Most people consider a pet a member of the family -- and for good reason. Pets offer companionship, amusement and unconditional love. Studies support that owning a pet offers a multitude of emotional and overall health rewards. (Thu, 27 Nov 2008 11:23:57 GMT)

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