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Pet News Dec 2008

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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. (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 22:38:41 GMT)

Pet of the week
This beautiful red coonhound is a friendly and gentle dog. She is vaccinated and will be spayed. With her good temperament she would be a good companion pet as well as a hunting dog. She needs caring home. Call or visit the Washington- Wilkes Animal Shelter at 358 Brown Drive, Washington, 706-67... (Wed, 24 Dec 2008 22:39:44 GMT)

Murphy's Total Pet Connection
717-987-4006 HOURS: Mon-Fri 9:30-5:00; Sat. 9:30-4:00; Closed Sunday 292 Buchanan Trail - Rt. 16 - (Behind Dr. Cohen’s) Murphy’s Total Pet Connection Your Pet Holiday Headquarters Just in time for Christmas 10% OFF - All Toys Don’t forget we have homemade Christmas treats for that special friend. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 04:34:51 GMT)

Mobile pet groomer adds Tigard franchise
A Tigard franchise of the Aussie Pet Mobile grooming service is among several that have opened locally within the past few months. The California-based company is an in-home dog- and cat-grooming service operated from vans to bathe, clip and primp... (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 09:40:19 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. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 12:24:28 GMT)

Biden nixes idea of pet projects in stimulus bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — 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. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 14:52:54 GMT)

Dash & dine: Shoplifting dog heads straight for pet food aisle, steals bone from Utah shop
MURRAY, Utah - A thief remains at large after pulling off a daring heist — in the pet food aisle. Surveillance video at a supermarket in this Salt Lake City suburb caught a dog shoplifting, KSL-TV reported Wednesday. (Thu, 25 Dec 2008 17:46:36 GMT)

Sacrifice of pet dog serves as inspiration for cemetery for dogs
Indore, Dec 26 : A pet dog, which paid with its life for saving an entire family from bloodthirsty rioters, served as the inspiration for a local cemetery for dogs. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:03:51 GMT)

Do you have a missing or 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. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 05:11:09 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Company (CENT)
The shares of Central Garden & Pet are rated a Sell. Management is addressing a difficult environment of weak retail sales, adverse weather, and higher costs, which have affected the company s sales and profitability. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 06:00:00 GMT)

Pet for Adoption for December 26, 2008
Pet for Adoption for December 26, 2008 (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:20:26 GMT)

Care home praised over pet policy
A care home in Ash Vale is praised by a charity for providing pets for residents to enjoy. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 11:14:27 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, 26 Dec 2008 13:09:01 GMT)

2008 Penthouse Pet of The Year is Starring in Ryan Seacrest's Produced Reality Show Titled 'Momma's Boys'
Penthouse magazine's 2008 Pet of the Year Erica Ellyson is starring in NBC's primetime hit reality show "Momma's Boys." (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:00:00 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Scooter
This week's Pet of the Week is a smooth coat Border Collie named Scooter. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:21:49 GMT)

Firefighters add pet safety tool to their belts
I'm not ashamed to admit that I am one of those crazy owners who likes to bring their dog everywhere, and treat them more like a small child than a four-legged pet. So when it comes to keeping my 3-year-old mutt named Bailey safe, there is always that fear of something going terribly wrong while I am away one day. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 17:39:53 GMT)

'Boys' contestant is Penthouse Pet
NEW YORK, Dec. 26 (UPI) -- One of the contestants trying to win over the mothers, as well as the sons, on the U.S. dating show "Momma's Boys" is Penthouse Pet of the Year Erica Ellyson. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 18:10:03 GMT)

Proposed sales tax on pet care causes concern
Dr. Marshall Scott already has seen pet owners become less willing to spend money on costly procedures with the recent economic downturn. He fears a state proposal to levy a sales tax on veterinary services would make matters worse. (Fri, 26 Dec 2008 23:29:23 GMT)

UPDATE: '1 in a million' pet fights for life
PLEASANT VALLEY - Area residents have opened their hearts and pocketbooks to help a Pleasant Valley family save a beloved pet. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 00:51:08 GMT)

Distemper Scare Fades; Pet Adoptions Resume
LAND O' LAKES - Pet adoptions resumed Tuesday at Pasco County Animal Services after a distemper outbreak shut the shelter down for several days. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 05:14:47 GMT)

Pet Idol: Haylie in the spotlight
The votes have been counted and there is a new Pet Idol in Council Bluffs. Bill and Darla Gaines' dog, Haylie, narrowly pulled out the victory. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 05:24:45 GMT)

Don't Let Your Pet Become a Booze Hound for the Holidays
A Boulder vet has seen an alarming amount of canine hangovers leading up to the holidays and he wants remind pet owners that "Doggies Don't Drink." FOX 31's Julie Hayden has the warning. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 06:02:39 GMT)

Pet killed in fire that ripped through Costa Mesa home
Space heater may be to blame in blaze that displaced five people and killed a pet. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 06:18:40 GMT)

Pet Talk: Welcoming pets into your home
Whether your new pet is a holiday gift, or you decided it was time for another member of the family, there is a lot of work to be done. Before you introduce your new puppy or kitten to the rest of your pets, it is probably best to "quarantine" the youngster for a week. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 09:08:32 GMT)

More money for pet overpopulation fund
MONTROSE — A grant received by the Montrose Animal Protection Agency — its largest yet — will be used to address pet overpopulation in Montrose County. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 11:22:24 GMT)

Pet Of The Week
Meet Winston, this week's Pet of the Week. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 14:38:40 GMT)

Dash & dine: Shoplifting dog heads straight for pet food aisle, steals bone from Utah shop
MURRAY, Utah - A thief remains at large after pulling off a daring heist in the pet food aisle. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 15:33:20 GMT)

Neptune man charged with animal cruelty, pet rat crushed
A township man is facing animal cruelty charges after being accused of crushing a woman's pet rat during a domestic dispute Friday night, authorities said. (Sat, 27 Dec 2008 15:43:56 GMT)

Free Pet Food for Hungry Animals
Cold, wintry weather may be keeping some families from picking up free pet food for needy dog and cat owners. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:36:31 GMT)

THE EAGLE'S HOLIDAY PET PHOTO CONTEST
C ats have a way of finding their way into Christmas trees -- and into people's hearts. Gina Greenway's photo of Frodo, a 5-month-old kitten, is the first-place winner in The Eagle's ninth annual Holiday Pet Photo Contest. "When we couldn't find our kitten, Frodo, we discovered he'd found a new perch," Greenway, a Wichita teacher, wrote with her entry. "He's by far the most adorable ornament ... (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 07:16:38 GMT)

Watch a pet's paws for frostbite
What's the result of winter's freezing temperatures? It is allowing the snow and ice to stay. What's the significance for pet owners? They need to be aware that their furry friends may suffer frostbite. This is a very real occurrence. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 09:09:05 GMT)

Pet owners face difficult choices in tough economy
A growing number of central Wisconsin pet owners are surrendering their animals to shelters because they no longer can afford to care for them. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 10:37:02 GMT)

'The Pet Hui,' a TV show just for Island pet lovers
There's a new friendly pet show on OC 16 called "The Pet Hui." It runs every other Monday at 6 p.m., Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m. Check the schedule for other times. (Sun, 28 Dec 2008 11:11:07 GMT)

Holidays a popular time for a new pet
After years of pleading, the Rangels were finally ready to get a new cat – just in time for the holidays. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 02:11:59 GMT)

Chew on new pet books of all stripes
They know their best buddies can be naughty (wrecking the sofa -- again). Or their best buddies can be nice (volunteering to be a sickbed foot warmer). (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 05:14:26 GMT)

Animalloving Japanese face new 'pet tax'
Japan's booming pet industry may face a new "pet tax" in a bid to protect domestic animals from mistreatment. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:33:30 GMT)

Sammy's Pet For Adoption For Monday December 29, 2008
Sammy's Pet For Adoption For Monday December 29, 2008 (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 10:20:17 GMT)

The Best Pet Products of 2008
Veterinary expert Marty Becker tells "GMA" the best buys for your furry friend. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 12:02:17 GMT)

Yorkshire terrier stolen from pet shop
Police are investigating the theft of a Yorkshire terrier, valued at $800, from Debbie’s Pet Land at the South Shore Plaza, Deputy Chief Russell Jenkins told the Forum. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:14:30 GMT)

Elmore County shelter's Pet of the Week
The Elmore County Humane Society's Pet of the Week is Augusta, a 1- to 2-year-old retriever mix female. Augusta is about 70 pounds, loving and good with other dogs. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 16:36:34 GMT)

Pet store robber ID'd
UPPER HANOVER -- An armed man held up the Pet Valu store in the Shops at Upper Hanover getting away with an unknown amount of money, state police said. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 17:51:56 GMT)

'MOMMA'S' PET
THE Penthouse Pet of the year has quietly been slipped in the cast of "Momma's Boys" on NBC. Pet Erica Ellyson is one of 32 women vying for the chance to woo one of three eligible bachelors and receive their mom's blessings to date (and possibly... (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:41:37 GMT)

RSPCA reminds pet owners on firework hazard
The RSPCA is warning pet owners not to leave their animals alone and outside on New Year's Eve because they may be frightened by the noise of fireworks. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 20:03:00 GMT)

Shiba Inu Puppy Cam, Top Pet Moment of 2008
The much-loved and much-missed Shiba Inu Puppy Cam -- which, at the risk of missing a moment to brag, SFist was the first to report on back in October -- came in at number three in People Pets' Top Ten Pet Moments of 2008 . In November alone, 3 million people tuned in to see the pups squirm, squeal, sleep, whimper, and woo the world with their silly puppy antics. Soon the story took ... (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 20:44:12 GMT)

Woman and Her Pet Die After Her Car Collides with SUV
A woman and her pet are both dead after her car collided with an SUV. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 20:58:38 GMT)

Pet hospital teams up with community for animals in need
Hungry pets have a friend in Banfield Pet Hospital. (Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:30:56 GMT)

Share your missing or 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, 30 Dec 2008 01:56:19 GMT)

Camp ground alligator 'probably a pet'
The National Parks and Wildlife Service says an American alligator discovered at a camp site at Pambula on the New South Wales south coast was probably an exotic pet. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:36:00 GMT)

Pet Market
An Iraqi man carries a monkey on his shoulder at a weekly pet market in central Baghdad. Photo courtesy: AFP. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 05:40:41 GMT)

Pet food costs on the rise
HACKENSACK, N.J. -- Hill's Science Diet, a popular brand of dog and cat food, won't be on the shelves much longer at Allwood Pet Center in Clifton, N.J. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:40:16 GMT)

Pet food bank keeps animal care groups afloat
Houston businessman John Kane and his girlfriend, Elizabeth Asher, launched Rescue Bank, a nonprofit that collects donated pet food and distributes it at no cost to small shelters and rescue groups. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 06:42:18 GMT)

State Supreme Court rules those on probation must tell officers about any pet they own
Whether it's Fluffy or Fido, probationers must tell probation officers about any pet they own, the California Supreme Court ruled Monday. The decision kills a 2005 challenge from San Bernardino County Superior Court saying that the pets requirement was too general. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 07:48:35 GMT)

Pet-food stores cut back on stock
Hill's Science Diet, a popular brand of dog and cat food, won't be on the shelves much longer at Allwood Pet Center in Clifton, N.J. Store owner Lydia Grossman said she plans to stop selling the food because Hill's has raised its price "a few times" over the year and a 7.4% jump is coming Jan. 1. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 08:09:02 GMT)

Barto man wanted in pet store holdup
UPPER HANOVER — State police have issued an arrest warrant for a man accused of robbing a Pet Valu store last Saturday. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 12:52:46 GMT)

Recession Anxiety Believed Spreading to Dogs and Cats, Owners' Glum Faces Blamed; Here's How to Calm Your Pet
There's no need for your four-legged friend to feel as insecure as you do about the recession. Among the expert suggestions for keeping your dog or cat on the emotionally sunny side despite your recession gloominess: maintain his or her accustomed routines, don't neglect health checkups and preventive care, and - on the offbeat side - buy your pet some flowers, those with anxiety-relieving ... (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 13:12:13 GMT)

Blaze Guts Family Home, Kills Pet Dog
A fire damaged a home and killed a family pet in unincorporated just west of Pinole Tuesday morning, according to a Contra Costa County Fire Protection District dispatcher. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:17:01 GMT)

Akron: Puppy thieves strike three times at local pet store
AKRON -- The Akron Police Department is investigating the theft of an 11 week old miniature pinscher puppy from a local pet store Monday night. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 17:11:35 GMT)

Appeals may delay payments in pet food case
MOUNT LAUREL, N.J. -- More than 23,000 pet owners in the United States have asked for money from a $24 million settlement for owners of dogs and cats who were sickened or died after eating pet food contaminated with an industrial chemical. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:18:43 GMT)

Appeals may delay payments in pet food case
More than 23,000 pet owners in the U.S. have asked for money from a $24 million settlement for owners of dogs and cats who were sickened or died after eating contaminated pet food. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:24:05 GMT)

From the White House to Your House: Pet Sitters International Offers Tips for Selecting a New Dog
For families not set to occupy the White House, the decision to bring a new pet into the home is still one that can benefit from outside expertise. But where can everyday families turn for advice on pet-related decisions? The answer may be as close as their local pet sitter. (PRWeb Dec 30, 2008) Read the full story at ... (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:26:23 GMT)

Appeals may delay payments in pet food case
More than 23,000 pet owners in the United States have asked for money from a $24 million settlement for owners of dogs and cats who were sickened or died after eating pet food contaminated with an industrial chemical. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:29:02 GMT)

Braskem to permanently stop PET production at year-end - Brazil
Brazilian petrochemical company Braskem (NYSE: BAK) has decided to definitively stop producing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) at end-2008, the company said in a statement. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 21:12:59 GMT)

Pet owners warned not to leave animals alone
The RSPCA says some Canberra pet owners are behaving irresponsibly when they go on holidays. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:16:00 GMT)

Pet Spa & Resort Celebrates Opening
Homestead Pet Spa & Resort has officially opened its doors. The business, located near Holton, gives pets a home away from home. (Tue, 30 Dec 2008 23:56:21 GMT)

Check Out Pet Portraits at the Elmbrook Humane Society
Interested in checking out some portraits of pet that have been waiting to be adopted? (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 03:07:42 GMT)

Pet lovers warn moviegoers of film's ending
Veterinarians and pet lovers are issuing a warning to movie fans about the season's top film. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:33:49 GMT)

Pet hotel is the 'cat's meow'
A luxury pet hotel features spa treatments and entertainment for cats. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:34:42 GMT)

Pet Angel Adoption and Rescue hopes online contest will boost funding
A Frankenmuth animal rescue is competing online to win much-needed funding. Pet Angel Adoption and Rescue, 380 List, has entered the "A New Year of Hope for Animals" contest at www.care2.com/animalsheltercontest.... (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 12:09:12 GMT)

Job woes, foreclosures lead mid-Michigan pet owners to give up their animals
Saginaw County's sour economy is testing even the bonds between man and his best friend. Unemployment, foreclosures and the cost of owning a pet are taking their toll on owners, who are turning to rescue and adoption centers to take... (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 12:18:47 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Gracie
This week's Pet of the Week is 'one lucky cat' - Gracie. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:07:07 GMT)

Movie success could spur hasty pet adoption
FAYETTEVILLE -- The new hit movie "Marley and Me" stars an adorable dog who manages to get himself into loads of trouble. But the movie's success has some, like pet store manager Diana Rivera, worrying that it will cause people to rush out to buy a puppy without thinking it through. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 14:35:11 GMT)

Adopt-a-Pet: Wednesday 12/31/08
If you know of a good home for this dog, please call the Sunny Day Pet Foundation at: 818-955-5384. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:37:05 GMT)

Two snakes stolen from pet store
Authorities are investigating the theft of two snakes - including a boa constrictor - from a West Side pet store. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 16:58:17 GMT)

Snakes stolen from Evansville pet store
Authorities are investigating the theft of two snakes - including a boa constrictor - from an Evansville pet store. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 19:09:50 GMT)

Man arrested after pet dog killed during argument
A man has been arrested after a pet dog was fatally stabbed during a domestic incident in Taupo overnight. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 19:26:48 GMT)

Man arrested after pet dog killed during argument
A man has been arrested after a pet dog was fatally stabbed during a domestic incident in Taupo overnight. The armed offenders squad was called to an address about 3am where a local couple were arguing. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 19:36:05 GMT)

Pet Headquarters agrees to stop selling dogs
Chris DeRose, founder of animal advocacy group LCA, with LCA members Kim Sill, Mark Goff, Robert Cabral and Bryan Stevens in front of Pet Headquarters. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 21:12:30 GMT)

Financial concerns close pet sanctuary
Homeless Hearts Foundation plans to close its pet facility on Big Horn Avenue. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 21:33:08 GMT)

Pet Holiday Treats
New Year's Eve is a night for parties, food and fun. Leftovers can start mounting in the fridge, and if you have a pet, it's hard to keep them away from the scraps. (Wed, 31 Dec 2008 23:00:16 GMT)

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