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Ernie's Pet in limbo
The North Platte Telegraph Ernie's Tropical Fish & Pet Shop owner Ernie Crankshaw has been coming to work at his store at 106 East Sixth Street for nearly 20 years. He's been in the pet business for 37 years, a hobby turned career. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:24:44 GMT)

Expert Advice on Pet Health Provided by Distinguished Cornell Veterinarian in New Online Column
LAS VEGAS----Dog-Wa, a liquid concentrate that provides dogs with essential vitamins and nutrients from leafy greens, has debuted a monthly online pet health column by renowned veterinarian Dr. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:53:00 GMT)

Adopt a pet on Dec. 13, 20
The Carver Scott Humane Society will hold a pet adoption Dec. 13 and 20 from noon to 3 p.m. It will be hosted at PETCO in Eden Prairie. PETCO is located off of Singletree Lane, between Prairie Center Drive and Hwy. 212. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 17:54:09 GMT)

Missy the Chihuahua wins pet calendar contest
As always, competition in The Benton Evening News’ annual Pet Calendar Contest was ruff — and, once again, the cover is going to the dogs. Missy, a 1-year-old Chihuahua who belongs to Robert and Karen Hines of Benton, earned the most votes in the event. Missy will be featured on the cover and throughout the 2009 calendar, which also will include the next 12 vote-getters. “That’s ... (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 18:13:31 GMT)

Pet Tip: Be careful of holiday plants, introducing pets while traveling
Plan ahead about where your pet is going to spend this holiday. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 21:15:52 GMT)

Del Monte Foods Awards Integrated Marketing Campaign Development for Pet Products Portfolio to Draftfcb
Del Monte Foods, one of the country's largest and most well known producers, distributors and marketers of premium quality, branded food and pet products, announced today that it has named Draftfcb its integrated marketing agency of record for its entire portfolio of pet products. The Draftfcb offices in San Francisco and Orange County will share lead agency responsibilities, with support from ... (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 21:30:00 GMT)

>Pet hates about your home?
Pet hates about your home? Ok, this is really just a self indulgent rant. Overall I like the house I live in, but there are things that really irritate me and I feel like having a moan about them tonight. (I can't change them as I am a tenant, btw). (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:02:51 GMT)

Pet Q&A: Help your cat handle trips to vet
When it's time to go to the veterinarian's office, my gentle cat becomes a monster. Our veterinarian says she's used to cats like ours, but I wonder if there's a way to make things easier for all of us. – G.W., via e-mail Work with your veterinarian to come up with a strategy to make the visit easier for you all, and realize that the staff will have to handle your pet firmly to prevent ... (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:23:51 GMT)

Channahon family asked to give up pet
CHANNAHON — When Todd Corso, 15, enrolled in an agricultural program last year at Minooka Community High School, he never imagined that course would eventually end him up in a Joliet courtroom, fighting a battle to keep a beloved pet. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:22:07 GMT)

Help your pet avoid the perils of Christmas
I spent Christmas afternoon two years ago in the animal ER. Turns out it was a very busy place that day. Standing-room-only busy, crammed with pets (and owners) in varying stages of distress. But there are things you can do to keep you and your pet away from this holiday downer. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:29:42 GMT)

Avoid holiday hazards for your pet
Nothing makes a holiday more memorable than a panicked trip to the emergency room. Too often that's the final destination when a pet gobbles down a plate full of buffalo wings or chocolate cupcakes, nabs turkey legs off the table and crunches down on glass ornaments or electrical wires. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 23:43:27 GMT)

Does your pet look like David Bowie?
Having a pet is a long-term commitment - try and think about this seriously before you get one. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:08:38 GMT)

Pet grooming shop opens doors to rescue groups
Wendy Myers has a soft spot in her heart for dogs, especially those without homes. That's why she has opened the doors of her business, Pet Quarters at 7811 Oak Ridge Hwy., to let rescue organi-zations set up booths. The hope is that people in the Karns area, as well as others, will visit to take a dog home with them. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 05:11:35 GMT)

GE Healthcare's Discovery PET/CT 600 delivers high definition imaging
GE Healthcare has launched the latest version in PET/CT technology with the Discovery PET/CT 600. The product is part of the GE's Discovery family of scanners designed to enable earlier detection and accurate monitoring of disease with leading molecular imaging technology in both hardware and software. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:47:08 GMT)

AP Poll Pet Owners
Associated Press - December 17, 2008 4:23 AM ET WASHINGTON (AP) - Two-thirds of pet owners responding to an Associated Press-Petside.com poll say they understand the woofs, meows or other... (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:33:40 GMT)

AP Poll Pet Owners
WASHINGTON (AP) - Two-thirds of pet owners responding to an Associated Press-Petside.com poll say they understand the woofs, meows or other sounds their animal pals utter. This includes 18% who say their comprehension is total. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:36:19 GMT)

A pet's just perfect for Christmas
Note to Santa: Forget the notion that Christmas is a bad time to get a pet. Research shows just the opposite, says Jim Sykes, CEO of the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:48:28 GMT)

Can You Communicate With Your Pet?
A new poll of pet owners shows that most people polled say they understand their pets, and vice versa. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:02:36 GMT)

AP poll: Most people have a way with woofs — and meows; say they and pet understand each other
WASHINGTON - Sixty-seven percent of pet owners say they understand their animals' woofs, meows or other sounds, including 18 percent like King and Thibodeau who say they comprehend completely, according to an Associated Press-Petside.com poll released Wednesday. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:46:59 GMT)

Does your pet look like David Bowie?
Having a pet is a long-term commitment - try and think about this seriously before you get one. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:54:08 GMT)

Pet of the Week: 'Missy'
Boxer/Shepherd mix - Large Adult Female Dog Pet ID: 24791 (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 13:36:18 GMT)

Warning over online pet sale scam
Pet lovers in Sussex are warned of a money-making scam where animals are sold online but never delivered (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 15:29:26 GMT)

Real Dr. Dolittles: Most claim to understand pet
Sixty-seven percent of pet owners say they understand their animals' woofs, meows or other sounds, according to an Associated Press-Petside.com poll released Wednesday. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:39:00 GMT)

Riverside Pet Shelters Also Taking Food Donations
Four Riverside County pet shelters are accepting food donations for families in need, as well as pets. Collection bins have been set up at shelters in Banning, Riverside, Thousand Palms and Blythe, according to John Welsh, a spokesman for the Department of Animal Services. "We know quite well how this economy is impacting so many families," Page Garner, deputy director of the department said. ... (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:43:47 GMT)

Eastman Chemical Dogged by PET
PET industry overcapacity force us to rate the stock a Hold with a target of $28. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:44:47 GMT)

Alberta man sentenced to 30 days for torturing family's pet dog
DIDSBURY, Alta. - An Alberta man who beat and dragged his family's pet dog nearly to death has been sentenced to 30 days in jail. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 19:49:00 GMT)

Alberta man sentenced to 30 days for torturing family’s pet dog
DIDSBURY, Alta. — An Alberta man who beat and dragged his family’s pet dog nearly to death has been sentenced to 30 days in jail. Daniel Charles Haskett, 21, pleaded guilty in May 2007 to one count of animal cruelty and one count of obstruction of justice. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 20:23:07 GMT)

Bill Clinton's personal secretary and pet cat, Socks, are back in the news
WASHINGTON - Two famous figures in the Bill Clinton White House — his personal secretary and ailing pet cat, Socks — are back in the public eye. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 21:02:46 GMT)

Alberta man sentenced to 30 days for torturing family's pet dog
An Alberta man who beat and dragged his family's pet dog nearly to death was sentenced Wednesday to 30 days in jail. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 21:07:50 GMT)

No pet-ty thing, owners in on cat chit-chat, dog discourse
"Woof, woof, yelp." Get it? How about this one: "Meow, meow, meow"? According to a new survey, 67 percent of pet owners would answer yes, they... (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:11:55 GMT)

AP poll: Most pet owners say they understanding pets' barks and meows
Sixty-seven percent of pet owners say they understand their animals' barks, purrs and other sounds, according to an Associated Press-Petside.com poll released Wednesday. In a finding many parents of teenagers might envy, 62 percent of owners say that when they speak their pets get the message. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:16:35 GMT)

AP Polls Pet Owners
AP poll shows most pet owners say they understand their pets. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:23:22 GMT)

Put pet's mug on wine bottles
BEDFORD -- Grape Time Winery in Nashua is offering a great holiday gift for pet lovers: wine personalized with their pet's photo on the label! The Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire receives a donation from Grape Time Winery every time a case of this wine is ordered. ... (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:26:16 GMT)

Mundelein pet store announces plans to close
A pet shop that has operated in Mundelein for 21 years is the latest casualty of the desperate economy. Jungleland Pet Center owners Rick and Audrey Frankowski announced they have been forced to close the store at 1553 S. Lake St., and find new ways to support their family. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 06:21:07 GMT)

Pet basket winners announced
CHESTERTON | From Nov. 28 through Dec. 6, Chesterton Feed and Garden Center passed out to pet owning customers, entry forms to win one of five pet baskets made up by Harriet Baron and Barb Weimer. Winners drawn on Dec. 8: Jane Hullseik of Chesterton won the small critter pet basket while Mary Beth Wiseman, also of Chesterton, won the bird pet basket. Bruce Stemler of Chesterton won the pet ... (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 06:44:30 GMT)

5 dogs dead, 8 rescued, in pet-grooming store fire
Eight dogs and a few birds were rescued from a fire that killed four puppies and their mother early Thursday at a pet-grooming store in southwest suburban Romeoville. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 13:55:18 GMT)

5 dogs dead in pet-grooming facility fire
Four puppies and their mother died this morning in a fire at a pet-grooming facility in southwest suburban Romeoville, a fire official said. Six other dogs in cages near the front of Suzette's Dog Grooming, 209 W. Romeo Rd. were rescued after a fire broke out about midnight, Assistant Fire Chief Ed Panzer said. The mother and her pups were being kept in a bathtub in a back bathroom in the ... (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 15:32:37 GMT)

Man breaks into home through pet window, tries to rape woman
A man entered a woman's central Gilroy home through a pet window, attacked her in her bedroom and tried to rape her early this morning. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 18:39:32 GMT)

Business roundup: New pet hotel opens; efforts boosted to detect citrus bug
A pet hotel has opened in the historic building formerly occupied by Bakersfield Veterinary Hospital, which has relocated to 8610 Harris Road. The Pet Palace is remodeling the old building at 323 Chester Ave., a local landmark known for the horse statue on top. Business partners Donna Miller and Dolores Guzman, both former veterinary technicians, launched the new venture last month. The facility ... (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:27:50 GMT)

Pet lovers protest cats on the menu in China
While animal lovers in Beijing protested the killing of cats for food on Thursday, a butcher in Guangdong province — where felines are the main ingredient in a famous soup — just shrugged her shoulders and wielded her cleaver. "Cats have a strong flavor. Dogs taste much better, but if you really want cat meat, I can have it delivered by tomorrow," said the butcher, who gave only her surname, ... (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 20:41:04 GMT)

62% Of Pet Owners Say They 'Talk' (POLL)
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Two-thirds of pet owners responding to an Associated Press-Petside.com poll say they understand the woofs, meows or other sounds their animal pals utter. This includes 18 percent who say their comprehension is total. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:33:09 GMT)

Humane Society's Pet of the Week 12/18
LAST WEEKS PET: "Jasmine" is still waiting for her forever home. THIS WEEKS PET: "Stewey" is a 2 year old Labrador Retriever mix. He is good with kids and other dogs and is kennel trained. Stewey has gotten the puppy out of him but still loves to play. He is very sweet and loving. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 22:04:45 GMT)

Pet Talk: Boarding your pets with peace of mind
For most pet owners, traveling can be bitter sweet. While we all have job and family commitments that require travel, pet owners often have to entrust their beloved companions to others while they are away. Finding a boarding facility that will treat your animals as well as you do and make sure they are safe and happy is a daunting task. (Thu, 18 Dec 2008 23:31:23 GMT)

Mandatory microchipping for pet owners
New ordinance requires pet owners to microchip their animals. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 03:42:32 GMT)

Pet Owners Urged To Combat Distemper
An outbreak of distemper in Tommytown and downtown Dade City has county animal services officials urging pet owners to get their dogs inoculated against the potentially fatal disease. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 05:15:10 GMT)

200 pet owners fined $247.20 each for failure to renew licenses
About 200 delinquent La Crosse pet owners were cited Wednesday for failing to license their animals in 2008. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:14:38 GMT)

Houston SPCA offers tips to prepare your pet for the cold
(HOUSTON December 10, 2008) The scorching summer sun is now a distant memory and as the mercury dips, it’s time to make the winter months safe and comfortable for your pet. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:57:09 GMT)

PawPrints pet calendars available
Scituate Animal Shelter announces the release of its second pet photo calendar, “PawPrints in the Sand 2009.” The calendar features photos submitted by pet lovers everywhere. Each month, the calendar also highlights a special animal that found a happy ending thanks to the shelter and its volunteers. Cost is $10 per calendar. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:25:44 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Manny
A Lhasa Apso named Manny is this week's Pet of the Week. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:06:52 GMT)

Pilfered pooch back at pet shop
The dog-napped puppy was returned to a Montgomery Township pet store by a veterinarian who recognized the Chihuahua from a "missing dog" flier. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:03:38 GMT)

Pet Network needs funds to save animals from euthanasia
INCLINE VILLAGE, NEV.- Pet Network received an offer in November from two anonymous local donors that if the organization could raise $25,000 by Jan. 1, 2009, the donors would match it dollar for dollar. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:07:10 GMT)

Pet pictures with Santa available
EAST HANOVER TWP. - Pet pictures with Santa will be taken from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 20 and 21 at PetSmart at 190 Route 10. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 15:21:48 GMT)

Pet squirrel on the lam
The black squirrel rousted from a convenience store at Uhrichsville on Tuesday is actually a tame pet, rescued shortly after birth. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:36:06 GMT)

2009 Tyler East Texas Pet Calendar On Sale
She loved her owner and she died trying to protect him. Now her picture graces the cover of the 2009 Tyler East Texas Pet Calendar. (Fri, 19 Dec 2008 20:16:35 GMT)

my-pet-world
bc-my-pet-world 00/00 TMS Retransmission MY PET WORLD For release 12/18/2008 (ATTENTION EDITORS: This column ends with the words, "...www.abrionline.org." If the column you see below concludes any other way, you have received an incomplete version. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 04:10:45 GMT)

Holiday Pet Adoption
“Home for the holidays” takes on a new meaning when you drop by the Holiday Pet Adoption center. Kittens, puppies, cats and dogs are all waiting for the best Christmas present ever — a loving family. If you already have all the furry friends you can handle, you can still help by volun ... (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:05:48 GMT)

Parrot stolen from pet store
Police are looking for a woman who abducted a $1,300 parrot named “Billy” from a Joplin pet store. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 06:15:56 GMT)

Pet of the Week
All of “Anny’s Angels” are invited to meet her today at PetSmart from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Anny’s accident has left her with a mangled leg and paw, and we are still very much short of our goal to get her the surgery she needs. Our Santa Paws Photo fundraiser is dedicated to this sweet little dog. Come on down today and tomorrow for a wonderful photo of your pet with Santa from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for ... (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 08:06:05 GMT)

Make sure pet has safe holiday
There are many things that owners can do to make this holiday a pet's favorite. A pet's peace and joy this season starts by simply being mindful of where hazards may lurk. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 11:06:41 GMT)

Pet Of The Week
Meet Flora, this week's pet of the Week. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 14:23:41 GMT)

Inflatable Dog Collar Keeps Rover Floating Without Swim Lessons [Pet Safety]
The Float-A-Pet collar is two gadgets in one: a water-sensing inflatable floaty, and an LED locator. The other dogs may make fun of him, but that's a trade-off he's probably willing to make. The... (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 20:22:26 GMT)

Rules for pet owners and the objections
Pet owners and animal welfare groups have criticised the Government's proposed codes of conduct for pet owners. Here are some of the guidelines set out in the codes together with the objections raised. (Sat, 20 Dec 2008 21:22:20 GMT)

Humane Society Offering Presents For Pet Lovers
Finding the perfect Christmas gift can be pretty tough, or should we say rough. But the Humane Society of Wichita County helped some pet lovers get pretty dog-gone close. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 01:07:10 GMT)

After a Layoff, a New Life in Pet-Sitting
After being laid off, a former bank employee finds her new job as a dog walker and pet sitter fills a need. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 01:13:22 GMT)

Pet Briefs
The Charleston Dog Training Club is organizing a drive to collect donations of dog and cat food to be distributed to elderly and/or disabled pet owners who receive Meals On Wheels for their personal needs. Many of these homebound recipients cannot afford to properly feed and care for their pets, although frequently the animal has been a family member for many years and may be their only source ... (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:12:30 GMT)

Woman loses Port Salerno home, pet birds to fire
A 60-year-old woman lost her pet birds and an unopened Christmas package from her mother in a fire that destroyed a mobile home. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:14:05 GMT)

Davis Co. Animal Shelter Holds Christmas Pet Adoption Day
In an effort to give pets a home this Christmas, The Davis County Animal Shelter held its first ever Christmas Adoption Day Saturday. Many pet obtained during the holidays are later abandoned, because the pet is not a good fit with the owner. To avoid more abandoned pets, the shelter also conducted temperament tests to match pets with owners. Organizers say Christmas Adoption Day was a success, ... (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:39:38 GMT)

Buy pet presents and more at San Pedro fair
Pet wear -- collars, leashes and sweaters -- as well as jams, jellies, jewelry and candy will be among items for sale. SOUTH BAY HOLIDAY » Read our holly-jolly holiday stories DAILY BREEZE BLOG » South Bay Pets (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 06:06:47 GMT)

Pet agencies offer donations to be made in others' names
The Humane Society of the Desert, Orphan Pet Oasis is allowing valley residents to make a gift donation in someone else's name. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 09:17:17 GMT)

Two new shaggy-dog films urge pet adoption
Two films out this holiday season - "Marley & Me" and "Hotel for Dogs" - put a spotlight on the growing need for pet adoption. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 09:42:24 GMT)

Pet Station owner faces abuse charges
The owner of Pet Central Station was charged Thursday with keeping animals in unsanitary conditions. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 09:50:34 GMT)

Prerogative, BDT pet food drive aids area shelters
GREEN VALLEY — The good news is that when the staff and management of Prerogative magazine and the Bluefield Daily Telegraph delivered pet food, blankets and other items to the Mercer County Animal Shelter, the storage room was about full. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 10:19:12 GMT)

Worth Noting: Pet stores fetching shoppers
5. Cit Pat business reporter Keith Roberts will bring you a story this week about shopping for presents for your pets. Apparently, people like their pets more than other people, because despite the poor economy, sales at pet stores are going strong. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 12:42:10 GMT)

In the next 24: Pet adoption event at West Main PetSmart
ADOPT A PET: Kalamazoo Animal Rescue is holding a pet-adoption event at PetSmart, 5200 W. Main St., from 1 to 4 p.m. today. Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens will be available. (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 17:10:43 GMT)

"Marley & Me" needs more than just pet tricks
The canine hero in "Marley & Me" bears scant resemblance to Rin Tin Tin, Lassie or Old Yeller. He is, in fact, "the world's worst dog." (Sun, 21 Dec 2008 23:23:42 GMT)

'Pet' robots on show at expo in Beijing
Visitors stand around a pair of interactive partner robots in a booth at the China Beijing International Cultural & Creative Industry Expo (ICCIE) in Beijing December 20, 2008. These tiny "pet" robots can make designed movements and show humanlike emotions and expressions. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 04:17:08 GMT)

Pet owners under pressure
A growing number of Americans are giving up their dogs and cats to animal shelters as rising economic anxieties make it increasingly difficult for some to justify spending $1,000 a year or more on pet food, veterinary services and other costs. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:52:46 GMT)

Firm with area connections enters the pet-sitter market
A company owned by a local firm has begun providing products for a national organization of pet sitters. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 09:28:39 GMT)

Your Town: Shelter holds pet adoption promotion
SALINAS Shelter holds pet adoption promotion Monterey County Animal Services is continuing its Home 4 the Holidays 2008 promotion through Jan. 2. There are many homeless cats, dogs and rabbits waiting to find a permanent home at the shelter at 160 Hitchcock Road. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 10:01:59 GMT)

Pet of the Week
CAT IN THE HAT! Kris (as in Kris Kringle) is this week's featured pet from the Coconino Humane Association. This black, brown and white tabby cat and his brother are looking for a home for the holidays, and it just might be yours! The Coconino Humane Shelter is at 3501 E. Butler Ave. Its phone number is 526-1076, and hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 ... (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 13:23:18 GMT)

Economy Forcing Pet Owners To Give Up Furry Friends
Times are tight and this has pet owners cutting back. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 13:40:25 GMT)

Vets warn on Christmas pet gifts
A new pup or kitten may be a cute present, but the Veterinary Association says people should think twice before buying someone a pet for Christmas. Puppies are now the most popular search on the Trade Me auction website. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 15:38:25 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Parker, Dec. 22
Parker, an 8-month-old Lab/Australian Shepherd mix, is a loving dog who would make a great pet for a family that loves to go for walks. Parker gets along well with other dogs and currently lives with cats. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:05:42 GMT)

Mars Renews Snack, Pet Food Sponsorships With Nascar (Update1)
Dec. 22 (Bloomberg) -- Mars Inc., maker of M&Ms candy, agreed to extend its Nascar sponsorships to retain three official-product designations for snack food and one for pet food. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:18:47 GMT)

Comcast Brings Pet Adoptions On Demand To Chattanooga
The launch of Comcast’s Pet Adoptions On Demand can be found under “Get Local,” Channel 1. Comcast is partnering with the McKamey Animal Shelter. Together, they are producing video profiles of the dogs, cats and other pets in these facilities that are in need of new, loving homes. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:02:36 GMT)

Swift Creek Animal Hospital Pet Photos with Santa
Swift Creek Animal Hospital’s new Colony Crossing facility offered complimentary pet photos with Santa. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:06:20 GMT)

Upscale Pet Store Accused of Selling Puppy Mill Puppies
Bob DeCastro is in Malibu where an upscale pet store is accused of selling puppies obtained from a puppy mill. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:37:35 GMT)

M.I. Industries sues New York pet food maker
M.I. Industries, a pet food manufacturer in Lincoln, is suing a New York supplier for more than $500,000 to recover damages caused by allegedly adulterated pet food. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 21:32:58 GMT)

Video Shows Yorkie Puppy Stolen From East Liberty Pet Store
Pittsburgh police and the Petland pet store in East Liberty are asking for the public's help in finding a stolen Yorkshire Terrier puppy. (Mon, 22 Dec 2008 22:28:24 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, 23 Dec 2008 01:41:09 GMT)

Pet stores pressured to nix 'puppy mills'
Some Southern California pet stores have been targeted in a "puppy mill" controversy. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 02:19:42 GMT)

St. Lucie Humane Society urges pet safety during holidays
Pet owners can avoid a Christmas emergency veterinarian visit with a few simple precautions. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:02:27 GMT)

Perfect pet not as easy as it sounds
After our recent pet die-off, it was time to simplify. My daughter saved her money to buy Jerry, a cute little leopard gecko, perhaps the most low-maintenance pet ever. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:09:30 GMT)

Rockhill Pet Clinic collaborates for fundraiser
If times are hard for people, they must be for pets, too. So the Rockhill Pet Clinic in Kansas City organized a recent open house inviting clients to donate dog food and money to be shared by the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City, Animal Haven and Wayside Waifs. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 05:40:29 GMT)

Tip No. 23 Healthy pet
People aren't the only ones that need to exercise more during the holidays.Give your pet more exercise during the holiday season and in the new year, says veterinarian Don Palermo. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:21:28 GMT)

Dog Photos: Getting The Attention Of Your Pet
A variety of people love to take pictures with their favorite pets. If you’re one of the pet lovers, then you are classified to belong to those dog photo enthusiasts. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 11:18:49 GMT)

Biden nixes idea of pet projects in stimulus bill
With President-elect Barack Obama's team scrambling to shape a massive new economic stimulus package, Vice President-elect Joe Biden on Tuesday ruled out pet projects and special interest spending. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 17:51:30 GMT)

Biden nixes idea of pet projects in stimulus bill
By By JENNIFER LOVEN -- Vice President-elect Joe Biden said Tuesday that people expecting a bounty of pet projects in a new, massive multibillion-dollar economic stimulus plan should think again. "It's important for the American taxpayer to know that this is not going to be politics as usual and we will not tolerate business as usual in Washington," Biden said at the start of a meeting at ... (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 18:05:18 GMT)

Biden nixes idea of pet projects in stimulus bill
Vice President-elect Joe Biden said Tuesday that people expecting a bounty of pet projects in a new, massive multibillion-dollar economic stimulus plan should think again. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 19:32:48 GMT)

Shelter reaches goal of 5,000 pet adoptions this year
The Animal Rescue League of Western Pennsylvania has reached its goal of placing 5,000 pets in 2008. It announced today that a family from Monessen chose the 5,000th pet, a shepherd mix named Tela (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 20:14:55 GMT)

Biden nixes idea of pet projects in stimulus bill
WASHINGTON -- Vice President-elect Joe Biden said Tuesday that people expecting a bounty of pet projects in a new, massive multi-billion-dollar economic stimulus plan should think again. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 20:19:28 GMT)

Biden nixes idea of pet projects in stimulus bill
Vice President-elect Joe Biden said today that people expecting a bounty of pet projects in a new, massive multibillion-dollar economic stimulus plan should think again. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 20:25:52 GMT)

Secret Santa Pet Adoptions at LA Shelters
A Secret Santa pays pet adoption fees at LA shelters from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 20:32:39 GMT)

New owners for confiscated Lehighton pet store snakes
The 160 snakes confiscated from a downtown Lehighton exotic pet store whose owner left them ill and dying -- and unsecured -- in the closed building for months will have new owners, a judge said today. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 20:35:58 GMT)

Biden Nixes Idea Of Pet Projects In Stimulus Bill
Vice President-elect Joe Biden said Tuesday that people expecting a bounty of pet projects in a new, massive multibillion-dollar economic stimulus plan should think again. "It's important for the American taxpayer to know that this is not going to be politics as usual and we will not tolerate business as usual in Washington," Biden said at the start of a meeting at transition headquarters of ... (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 21:09:13 GMT)

Pet Adoptions Up in Lowndes County
Across the nation, pet abandonments are increasing. But one local county is seeing just the opposite. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 21:23:11 GMT)

Biden nixes pet projects in stimulus bill
The Vice President-elect said people expecting a bounty of pet projects should think again. (Tue, 23 Dec 2008 22:29:28 GMT)

Adopt a pet from a shelter for Christmas: RSPCA
The RSPCA is urging people who are buying a pet as a Christmas gift, to think it through or consider adopting one from a shelter instead. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 01:00:00 GMT)

Plush Pet Resorts Fill Up Around the Holidays
There is a TV in every suite and an orthopedic mattress for every lucky pooch staying in the Greenbelt Veterinary Hospital and Pet Resort this holiday. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 05:10:43 GMT)

Library sets up tree for pet-related donations
Decorated with chew toys, ornamental treats and holiday photos of pets, the tree at the Emily Fowler Central Library was trimmed for pet lovers. As word spread about donations needed for the “Be a Pet Santa” shelter benefit, library manager Terri Sharp said the turnout has been inspiring. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 06:05:42 GMT)

Stimulus plan won't have pet projects
WASHINGTON — Vice President-elect Joe Biden said Tuesday that people expecting a bounty of pet projects in a new multibillion-dollar economic stimulus plan should think again. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 06:31:00 GMT)

Business Briefs: Pet DRx offered $8M for practices
A competitor of Pet DRx Corp. said it has offered to buy eight veterinary practices that the Brentwood-based company owns in California's Coachella Valley. Preferred Pet Care Inc. of San Clemente, Calif., said it is willing to pay $8 million for the practices and certain properties. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 08:14:14 GMT)

Pet For Adoption for Christmas Eve Day 2008
Pet For Adoption for Christmas Eve Day 2008 (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 10:50:27 GMT)

Burned Paradise Pet Hospital rebuilt
It was an Easter Sunday tragedy: The Paradise Pet Hospital burned to the ground and all of the animals inside, 19 total, were lost. But now, a new holiday brought a new beginning. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 15:30:13 GMT)

Joy as missing pet Brandy found
A Staffordshire vet has been re-united with her beloved pet dog of 10 years after it was found 20 miles from home. But Jackie Tollerfield’s other dog is still missing nearly a month after the pair disappeared from her Rugeley home. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 17:23:41 GMT)

West Coast company makes bid for Pet DRx
Preferred Pet Care Inc. has put an $8 million bid in on eight veterinary clinics owned by Brentwood-based Pet DRx Corporation (VETS). (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 17:57:23 GMT)

Pet owners wait until last minute to find boarders
Pet owners are struggling to find a place for Fido to stay last minute. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 21:04:14 GMT)

Pet iguanas caught in Jersey City fire
A fire at 67 Garrison Ave. at the corner of Sip Avenue in Jersey City was caused by a pet iguana knocking over a heating lamp, a fire official told Jersey Journal photographer Conner Jay. Two iguanas were caught in... (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 21:54:43 GMT)

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