Pet News Jan 2009

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Pet Shop Boys Say Yes
Pet Shop Boys next studio album `Yes` will be released in March. ‘Yes’ will be the 17th studio album for Pet Shop Boys. The album will clock in at 48 minutes long with its 11 new songs. Three tracks, ‘Love etc’, ‘More Than A Dream’ and ‘The Way It Used To Be’ were co-written with Xenomania. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 01:27:24 GMT)

Pet of the Week
Our first pet is this female domestic shorthair at the Bismarck Mandan animal impound. While she doesn't have a name yet, workers say she is 7 to nine months old, and very playful. She was impounded on December 30th, and has been up for adoption since J (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:43:49 GMT)

Care facilities realizing benefits of pet therapy
SOUTHINGTON - At the end of a long day, when someone is feeling down, a little cuddle time with a furry friend has been shown to really help. Realizing this, area care facilities have started to implement pet therapy. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 05:53:18 GMT)

Pet bowl auctions aid local humane society
This weekend, you can bid on a one-of-a-kind masterpiece from which any pet would be proud to eat. The Central Oklahoma Humane Society will benefit from a silent auction at the Oklahoma City Home & Garden Show featuring celebrity-decorated pet food bowls.Local and national celebrities including Shane Tallant, host of HGTV’s "Designed to Sell,” Desmond Mason of the Oklahoma City Thunder and ... (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 06:00:57 GMT)

Poet hired to honor dead pet dog with eulogy
A man in Yangzhou, Jiangsu province hired an old man to write a eulogy for his late pet dog. Zhu purchased a pet dog and named it Huashuai late last month. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 06:41:52 GMT)

Pet food suspected of killing dogs in China
A local distributor of a popular brand of dog food said Monday it had suspended sales of the product following reports that dogs who ate it died from poisoning. China's recent food safety scandals have centered on locally made products; this time it wasn't immediately clear whether the product was locally made or imported. A customer service manager at Shanghai Yidi Pet Co. said the company ... (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 06:56:29 GMT)

Pet groomers reopen after building fire
After a fire destroyed the building that housed Noah's Bark, a pet grooming business, there was a lot of uncertainty for owners Ezra and Delaney Schneider. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:12:54 GMT)

Woman hopes goat can be therapy pet
Anna Brown rides in the Jonesville Christmas parade with her pet goat, Fudge. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:25:37 GMT)

Woman hopes goat can be therapy pet
Anna Brown rides in the Jonesville Christmas parade with her pet goat, Fudge. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 08:27:07 GMT)

Pet owners mad for Max
An analysis of more than 466,000 insured pets by pet health insurance provider Veterinary Pet Insurance revealed that traditional pet names have taken a back seat to "people" names. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 10:43:07 GMT)

Green award for PET resin’s eco credentials
Environmental design consultancy McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC) has awarded Sabic Innovative Plastics’ Valox iQ PET resin its Cradle-to-Cradle environmental award. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 10:45:57 GMT)

National Oncologic PET Registry And Supporting Organizations, Including SNM, Continue To Advocate Cancer Coverage
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have released a draft of their proposed positron emission tomography (PET) national coverage determination (NCD). This proposed legislation would allow for reimbursement of PET by the federal government for patients with all types of cancer. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:11:31 GMT)

Adopt-A-Pet matches senior citizens with older pets
When Ruth Hulbert saw “Daisy” at Adopt-A-Pet, she knew the black and white beauty was the cat for her. “She got up on my lap and started purring,” Hulbert said. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:21:08 GMT)

Health Tip: Coping With Pet Allergies
(HealthDay News) -- If being near a pet makes you sniffle, sneeze, and your eyes water, you may not have to live a pet-free life. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:02:41 GMT)

How To Take A Good Pet Picture
A simple way of achieving a very good picture of your pet requires a lot of patience in waiting for the exact time to get a pet picture because pets are highly active and you will have to exert some effort in making them pose for the camera. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:48:23 GMT)

New Pet Shop Boys
Pet Shop Boys will release their new album, "Yes", later this year, they have announced. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:00:00 GMT)

Super Pet Expo coming soon to Edison
In early February, Super Pet Expo brings its holiday shopping extravaganza and animal lover's dream come true for one weekend in the New Jersey area. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:02:58 GMT)

Social Release: PetSmart's Pet Food Sale Helps Pets Look and Feel Their Best in the New Year
Through February 23, PetSmart's Pet Food Sale delivers exclusive values for pet parents looking to keep their wallets -- and their pets' stomachs -- full. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:34:00 GMT)

Pet food suspected of killing dogs in China
A local distributor of a popular brand of dog food said Monday it had suspended sales of the product following reports that dogs who ate it died from poisoning. (Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:09:00 GMT)

Innovative Davison Pet Products Sold Through Brisky
A line of Davison-developed critter pet products are now sold through Brisky. [PR.com - September 23, 2006] (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 01:39:49 GMT)

Health Tip: Coping With Pet Allergies
Copyright © 2009 ScoutNews LLC. All rights reserved. (HealthDay News) -- If being near a pet makes you sniffle, sneeze, and your eyes water, you may not have to live a pet-free life. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 03:21:23 GMT)

Pet groomers reopen after building fire
After a fire destroyed the building that housed Noah's Bark, a pet grooming business, there was a lot of uncertainty for owners Ezra and Delaney Schneider. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 08:22:15 GMT)

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Pet doctor
Would you hire a "pet shrink" to help you with your dog or cat? (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 08:43:44 GMT)

After Christmas: Getting acclimated to your new pet
For pet supply stores and pet sellers, the holiday season is typically the best time of the year. In fact, according to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, 53 percent of all new pets are acquired during the holiday season. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:34:01 GMT)

Most popular pet names for '08
Once Malia and Sasha Obama get that puppy, it's going to need a name. The faithfulness of man's best friend led many in the past to consider Fido the ideal name for a dog. In 2008, pet owners were more likely to name their dog Frank than Fido. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:34:41 GMT)

Adopt-A-Pet matches senior citizens with older pets
When Ruth Hulbert saw “Daisy” at Adopt-A-Pet, she knew the black and white beauty was the cat for her. “She got up on my lap and started purring,” Hulbert said. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 11:21:08 GMT)

Marr on new Pet Shop Boys album
Former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr is revealed as a collaborator on the Pet Shop Boys "wide-ranging" new album. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 11:41:55 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Selects Acorn Systems
WALNUT CREEK, Calif. & HOUSTON----Acorn Systems, the preeminent resource for profitability and cost management solutions, and Central Garden & Pet Company , a leading provider of Lawn and Garden and Pet supplies, today jointly announced the selection of Acorn Performance Analyzer. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT)

Pet Ecology Brands Inc. Wins Lawsuit, Results in Elimination of Claims of $500,000 and $400,000 in Recorded Debt
Pet Ecology Brands, Inc. announced today that it has secured a summary judgment against TBeck Capital in which all claims totaling $500,000 made by TBeck in a previously filed lawsuit have been dismissed in addition to liabilities amounting to approximately $400,000 that had been recorded in Pet Ecology's audited financial statements for the years ended December 31, 2006 and 2007. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT)

Pet Shop Boys Say 'Yes'
In what is surely the pop collaboration of 2009, the Pet Shop Boys have teamed up with the hit production team Xenomania (Girls Aloud, Sugababes, Gabriella Cilmi etc) for their new studio album, Yes, which will be released on 23 March 2009. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:51:23 GMT)

Pet Clinic Donates Food To Wayside Waifs
A Kansas City pet clinic held a pet food drive to benefit local animal shelters, and Wayside Waifs will get 500 pounds of Science Diet pet food as a result. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 17:59:54 GMT)

Pet Owners Splurge on Premium, Fortified Food for Animal Companions
The premiumization trend in the global pet food market indicates that pet owning consumers are as willing to spend more on premium food infused with health fortifying ingredients such as glucosamine, omega fatty acids, antioxidants, and probiotics for their pets as they are for themselves. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:31:00 GMT)

Sprinklers save Marysville pet store from fire
MARYSVILLE – Fire sprinklers are credited with dousing an early morning fire at a Marysville pet store. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:39:31 GMT)

Lebanon County Humane Society closing pet cemetery
MYERSTOWN--The pet cemetery at the Humane Society of Lebanon County is being converted into a memorial park for pets, and no more burials are being accepted there. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:22:12 GMT)

Health Tip: Coping With Pet Allergies
Title: Health Tip: Coping With Pet Allergies Category: Health News Created: 1/13/2009 2:00:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 1/13/2009 (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:23:16 GMT)

Be Your Own Pet's Jemina Pearl Is So Back
Photo by Andy Parker If you're still crying about Be Your Own Pet's sudden end last August , you are a wuss and you don't deserve to be a true BYOP fan. Seriously, that shit was five months ago. Get over it. Just look at former lead Pet Jemina Pearl-- it's not like she's sitting around watching "Gossip Girl" while eating a pint of mint chocolate chip. She's soundtracking "Gossip ... (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:32:44 GMT)

Pet Crocodile Gets The Boot In Fergus Falls
Police in Fergus Falls are telling a local man that he needs to give his pet crocodile the boot. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:36:08 GMT)

Pet Store Needs Help
MARSHALLS CREEK - A Pocono Pet store is asking the community for help. Eyewitness News first told viewers about the Animal House Pet Center struggles last month. Generous donors helped them pay some bills but it isn't enough to pay all of the back rent. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:43:22 GMT)

SPCA: Pet Abandonment On Rise Due To Economy
Between job losses and shifting work schedules, many pet owners have chosen to give up their animals. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 22:23:51 GMT)

Pet care during winter weather
(Harris County, TX) Winter is upon us and even though Houston is a temperate area we still have some cold and freezing weather to prepare for. It’s time to think about your pet’s care during the coming months of cold weather. Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services offers the following tips: (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 23:13:51 GMT)

Quarantine lifted for Augusta pet store
Georgia's Department of Agriculture has lifted a quarantine on an Augusta pet store that was accused of selling puppies infected with parvo. (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 23:46:11 GMT)

T.O. Pet Owners Express Concern After Dogs Suffer Shocks At Intersection
Toronto Hydro has expressed its profound regret over its role in the loss of a man's pet. But are there more pet perils out there? (Tue, 13 Jan 2009 23:49:34 GMT)

One day, 3,000 adoptions from pet shelters, no fees
They're pulling out all the stops next week including giving pets to some adopters at no charge in a nationwide effort to boost the number of shelter animals that find new homes. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 01:15:32 GMT)

New Pet Shop Boys soon
The Pet Shop Boys will release their new album in March this year. will be released on March 23, preceded by a single, Love Etc . Guests on the electro-pop veterans’ tenth album include former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr and production team Xenomania. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 02:43:46 GMT)

Sprinklers Save Animals At Maryville Pet Store Fire
Fire sprinklers saved the lives of animals at a Marysville pet store. A few fish were killed in the early morning fire. But otherwise, Marysville Fire Distrct officials say, the sprinkler system kept the flames contained to a back room at Jones & Co. Pet Store on State Avenue and 76th Street. Damage is estimated at $80,000. When fire crews arrived at 5:30 Tuesday morning, they discovered the ... (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 05:17:46 GMT)

After 5-hour session, Riverside County supervisors approve pet ordinance
Dogs and cats whose owners let them run astray, go unlicensed, bite people or otherwise violate laws could face mandatory sterilization, Riverside County supervisors voted Tuesday. Also, pet owners must have their dogs and cats implanted with identifying microchips, supervisors decided. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 06:33:15 GMT)

Pet waste firm expands services
What's new: The Pooper Scooper Squad in Riverside is expanding and celebrating its one-year anniversary. What it is: A pet waste removal service. The business primarily handles dog waste but also offers cat box cleaning and, recently, added pet sitting services. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 08:14:46 GMT)

Sprinklers save Marysville pet store from fire
MARYSVILLE – Fire sprinklers are credited with dousing an early morning fire at a Marysville pet store. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 08:15:10 GMT)

Sprinklers put out fire at Marysville pet store
MARYSVILLE -- Fire sprinklers are credited with dousing an early morning fire Tuesday at a Marysville pet store. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 08:19:21 GMT)

Robo-cat: The purrfect pet for the allergy-prone owner
It's the perfect pet for owners who have allergies and don't want the hassle of clearing out a litter tray. The 'Yume-Neko Venus', or 'Dream Cat Venus', is a robotic feline that is equipped with touch sensors that help it react like a real cat. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:18:26 GMT)

Adopt-A-Pet matches senior citizens with older pets
When Ruth Hulbert saw “Daisy” at Adopt-A-Pet, she knew the black and white beauty was the cat for her. “She got up on my lap and started purring,” Hulbert said. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:21:08 GMT)

Milwaukee Pet Sitters offer cage-free canine camp
Wendy Tobin lives between two worlds: one that's inhabited by humans, and one that's populated with dogs. For almost five years, the South Milwaukeean has operated Milwaukee Pet Sitters, a cage-free "scout camp" for dogs. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:39:58 GMT)

Pet-matching service seeks animal lovers
Greater Lowell residents are opening their homes to some unexpected victims of the mortgage crisis -- family pets. After launching a new pet-matching service for animals left homeless after foreclosure, which was featured in The Sunday Sun, Ron Morrison, a Chelmsford real-estate agent and owner of ERA Morrison Real Estate, has seen an increase (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:52:32 GMT)

Two robbers steal pet shop cash
Two masked men steal cash from a pet shop in a Lincolnshire town, Lincolnshire Police say. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:48:27 GMT)

11:26 (BST), 14/01/2009 My Pet Shop Press Release PROVIDED BY GAMES PRESS London (14th January 2009) – Square Enix ...
London (14th January 2009) – Square Enix Ltd., the publisher of Square Enix® interactive entertainment products in Europe and other PAL territories, today announces the forthcoming TAITO® game My Pet Shop™, will be available exclusively for the Nintendo DS™ system from 27th February 2009, across all PAL territories. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:29:30 GMT)

Pet owners think Obamas need a mutt, poll says
WASHINGTON — Mr. President-elect, the votes are in: American pet owners prefer a mutt in the White House. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:58:04 GMT)

Look like your pet?
Look like your pet? In some photos, you can see Jake Gyllenhall with hairy jowls much like those of his German shepherd Atticus. Charlize Theron sometimes sports curls that look like they were just snipped off one of her groomed cocker spaniels. Winston Churchill's resemblance to a bulldog, meanwhile, is well-known. What about you? Do you look like your dog or other pet? What is ... (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:54:59 GMT)

Pet Q&A
When we were at a pet store the other day, we almost bought a slender leash for our cat. She's an indoor cat, and we wonder if she's bored and would like to go outside. Is walking a cat really possible? – P.S., via e-mail Indoor cats can indeed be trained to enjoy an outdoor outing on a leash, and for this treat, you need a harness to go with that leash you were looking at. Choose a ... (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 18:56:19 GMT)

Pet funerals give owners some closure
April 9, 2008: Karen Scarborough, 49, and her son, Chip, 22, of Dacula, Ga., say goodbye to Marshall before his funeral at Oak Rest Pet Gardens in Bethlehem, Ga, . The funeral for the 14-year-old Pembroke Welsh Corgi cost about $2,000 and included the service, burial and marker. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:26:15 GMT)

Hospice needs E. Valley volunteers for pet therapy program
Pet Connections, the pet therapy program for Hospice of the Valley, needs additional volunteers in the East Valley to share the love and comfort of animal visits with our patients, families and staff. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 19:51:54 GMT)

Low-cost pet micro-chipping clinic set for Charlottetown
The City of Charlottetown and the P.E.I. Humane Society are joining forces to host a low-cost pet microchipping clinic on Sunday, Jan. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 20:04:31 GMT)

Crocodile Owner Says He'll Get His Pet Out Of Town
A Fergus Falls, Minn. man says his pet crocodile, Billy, isn't dangerous, but he'll comply with a police order to move the 3-foot reptile out of town. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:15:29 GMT)

Humane society to hold pet adoption in Florence
The Florence Area Humane Society will have a pet adoption from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at Curves on South Irby Street in Florence. The society expects to have kittens, puppies and a few cats and dogs available for the event. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:15:51 GMT)

Electrolux Vitesse Pet Lover 1800W Vacuum cleaner
Upright vacuum cleaner in good condition. This is the ’Pet Lover’ model, specially tuned for removing pet hairs from your home environment.Naturally, this powerful cleaner deals with normal hosehold dirt as well! (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:16:27 GMT)

Barrow Co. shelter puts down wrong pet
BARROW COUNTY - A family pet was euthanized by mistake in a Barrow County animal shelter. The Barrow County Shelter told Channel 2 Action News that a mix-up in paperwork was the reason Michelle Martin and her family lost their black lab Tally. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 21:20:24 GMT)

Beyonce 'abandons' piddling pet dog
Pop star Beyonce has reportedly abandoned her pet dog Munchie, who has been living - and piddling - at the offices of her record label since last year. (Wed, 14 Jan 2009 22:33:43 GMT)

Free pet adoptions January 24 for "Change a Pet's Life Day"
On January 24th, 300 animal shelters across the nation including, Lied, are holding "Change a Pet's Life Day" in hopes of sending their tenants to loving homes. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 00:14:59 GMT)

NJ police say man posed as a female veterinarian, duped pet lovers out of thousands of dollars
VINELAND, N.J. - Police say a New Jersey man posed as a female animal doctor, ran an illegal veterinary practice and set up a phony rescue agency that may have duped pet lovers out of thousands of dollars. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 01:04:01 GMT)

Puppy Photos: Improve Your Pet's Online Popularity
Your puppy can also become a start on the Internet. Quite a lot of pet owners are showcasing their beloved puppies and dogs for the rest of the world to enjoy. There are even social networking sites for pets to showcase their experiences -- of course, with your able hand to spread the word around. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 02:13:50 GMT)

300 Pet Shelters To Offer Free Adoptions
Next week, hundreds of pet shelters across the country will be making families across America happier with new pets, by waiving adoption and neutering fees for the first ten animals on January 24. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 02:55:30 GMT)

Website helps choose the right pet
A website to help prospective pet owners pick the animal that suits them best is being launched. Your Right Pet has been set up by veterinary charity PDSA and includes a four-step formula to guide people through their choice. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:18:31 GMT)

Japan turns to pet robots in time of crisis
Sales of stressrelieving pet robots are booming in Japan as residents look for comfort during the economic turmoil. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 05:29:07 GMT)

America's pet owners speak: 'Get the mutt'
WASHINGTON — Mr. President-elect, the votes are in: American pet owners prefer a mutt in the White House. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 06:24:56 GMT)

Lodi to halt pet license reminders
LODI - Pet owners in Lodi no longer will receive courtesy notices in the mail to renew dog and cat licenses and are encouraged to check their pets' license status on their own, city officials announced. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:17:31 GMT)

Austerity, Family Values And The Pet Industry
A survey of 3,000 pet owners has found that in the current economic downturn, 60% of us would put plans to start a family on the back-burner.. Tuesday 25 November 2008 (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:42:54 GMT)

Pet Blood Bank UK - 1000th Donor
Pet Blood Bank UK (PBBuk), the national canine blood donation charity launched in March 2007 by Vets Now has received its 1000th blood donation.. Friday 28 November 2008 (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 09:43:14 GMT)

Website helps people to pick the perfect pet
A website has been launched to help prospective pet owners pick the animal that suits them best. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:13:20 GMT)

Pet precautions for winter weather
Local humane societies are reminding pet owners to take extra precautions during the week’s cold weather blast. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 11:20:08 GMT)

Adopt-A-Pet matches senior citizens with older pets
When Ruth Hulbert saw “Daisy” at Adopt-A-Pet, she knew the black and white beauty was the cat for her. “She got up on my lap and started purring,” Hulbert said. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 11:22:05 GMT)

Pet lizards stolen in burglary
HEARTLESS thieves have broken into a Bromsgrove home and stolen two pet lizards. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:34:23 GMT)

Man accused of stealing shark from pet store
FRANKLIN SQUARE, N.Y. - A New York man is accused of going fishing in a pet store aquarium where he caught a $350 shark and smuggled it out of the shop under his jacket. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:38:13 GMT)

Pet drive to be held
A pet drive to benefit the Monterey County Animal Shelter and the Salvation Army homeless people's pets will be held. Donations of pet food, toys, collars and blankets in good condition are needed. The drive will be held from Jan. 15 to Feb. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 15:32:00 GMT)

my-pet-world
bc-my-pet-world 00/00 TMS Retransmission MY PET WORLD For release 01/14/2009 (ATTENTION EDITORS: This column ends with the words, "...consider the choices this pair have made." If the column you see below concludes any other way, you have received an incomplete version. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 17:25:16 GMT)

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bc-my-pet-world 00/00 TMS Retransmission MY PET WORLD For release 01/15/2009 (ATTENTION EDITORS: This column ends with the words, "...to impress friends and relatives." If the column you see below concludes any other way, you have received an incomplete version. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 17:40:36 GMT)

Pet Chat with Doc Halligan
A friend told me that green beans would be effective in helping my overweight dog "slim down." Are green beans in a dog†s diet a good idea? If you are feeding your dog a high quality pet food you do not need to add green beans to his diet. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 17:46:47 GMT)

>Forked From: If your pet could talk?? What would he ask YOU??
Forked From: If your pet could talk?? What would he ask YOU?? So, now your pets found his voice, he's got some questions he'd love to know the answer to... what do you think they would be. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 18:03:01 GMT)

Man and pet injured in dog attack
Police seek two men after a dog walker and his pet are attacked by another dog on Teesside. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 18:28:08 GMT)

Give Your Pet the Perfect Valentine -- A Healthy Smile
Content provided by American Veterinary Medical Association (ARA) - What's a great Valentine's Day present for your pet?... (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 18:54:48 GMT)

DeGeneres to sell pet products on QVC
WEST CHESTER, Pa., Jan. 15 (UPI) -- U.S. television personality Ellen DeGeneres is scheduled to introduce her line of holistic pet care products on QVC, the TV shopping channel said. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 19:10:14 GMT)

Man accused of stealing shark from pet store
FRANKLIN SQUARE, N.Y. - A New York man is accused of going fishing in a pet store aquarium where he caught a $350 shark and smuggled it out of the shop under his jacket. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 19:23:08 GMT)

Humane Society's Pet of the Week 1/15
LAST WEEKS PET: The ‘King' has been adopted by a loving family. The puppies shown during the holidays will be at PETCO on Jan. 17 th and at the shelter on the Jan 20 th . (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 19:49:45 GMT)

Animal Wellness Magazine Awards Dog-Wa Liquid Pet Supplement Seal of Approval, Naming Healthy Concentrate as Product ...
LAS VEGAS & ORLANDO, Fla.----Dog-Wa, a liquid concentrate that provides dogs with essential vitamins and nutrients from leafy greens needed to create a well-balanced diet, has been awarded the prestigious “Animal Wellness Seal of Approval” and named a “Product Pick” by the number one natural pet magazine in North America. (Thu, 15 Jan 2009 21:04:00 GMT)

Japanese residents increasingly buying pet robots amid financial crisis
London, Jan 15 : In pursuit of comfort amid the ongoing credit crunch, Japanese residents are increasingly turning to stress-relieving pet robots, which resemble real pet cats and dogs. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:22:32 GMT)

Dog Weight Loss and Cat Weight Loss Tips Help Owners Ensure an Overweight Pet Succeeds at Healthy Weight Loss
New Year's resolutions to lose weight are not just for the family, but for the family pet. An overweight dog or overweight cat is subject to many of the same health risks as humans. A pet diet that is too drastic can be unhealthy. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 07:01:00 GMT)

Sammy's Pet for Adoption January 16, 2009
Sammy's Pet for Adoption January 16, 2009 (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 10:50:16 GMT)

Pet Shop Boys' Killer performance
The Pet Shop Boys are to team up with The Killers for their performance at the BRIT Awards next month. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:00:00 GMT)

Adopt-A-Pet matches senior citizens with older pets
When Ruth Hulbert saw “Daisy” at Adopt-A-Pet, she knew the black and white beauty was the cat for her. “She got up on my lap and started purring,” Hulbert said. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 11:21:38 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Announces Executive Appointments
WALNUT CREEK, Calif.----Central Garden & Pet Company today announced the appointment of James V. Heim as President of Business Development and Glen Fleischer as President of the Pet Products Division. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT)

Incline Village/Crystal Bay we want your pet photos
OK Incline and Crystal Bay, we want your pet photos. We want to see the pets that live and play in Incline/Crystal Bay - dogs, cats, guinea pigs, tarantulas, fish - whatever you have for pets. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 14:18:20 GMT)

Memorialize your deceased pet in "Over the Rainbow Bridge" photo gallery
Write a tribute to your beloved deceased pet when you upload a photo in APP's Over the Rainbow Bridge here (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 16:43:53 GMT)

Do you have a pet to add to this gallery?
Do you know of a pet that needs adopting? (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 18:57:54 GMT)

Kudos to ‘Pet of the Year’
Congratulations to Eko, a 2-year-old Pug, who was voted the 2008 Pet of the Year by blog visitors on the Saugus Advertiser Web site last week. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 19:58:18 GMT)

Phoenix support group helps grieving pet owners
Mara Goebel knows the pain of losing a pet. Not only has it happened to her, but as part of her job at Hospice of the Valley, she helps others through the loss of an animal. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 20:03:12 GMT)

New PurinaCare(R) Pet Health Library Helps Pet Owners Provide a Lifetime of Health and Happiness for Their Dogs and Cats
For many pet owners, there is no value that can be put on their beloved four-legged friends. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 21:12:00 GMT)

PET TIPS FOR WARMTH AND COMFORT
ATLANTIC CITY--If you are cold, imagine how abandoned pets or those just left outside feel on a frigid day like today? That's why animal experts are offering some tips on keeping your pet warm and comfortable during the current cold snap. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 21:20:52 GMT)

NY man accused of stealing shark from pet store
A New York man is accused of going fishing in a pet store aquarium where he caught a $350 shark and smuggled it out of the shop under his jacket. Police said the Freeport man released the contraband shark into his home aquarium, where they say he also kept a green moray eel he had purchased with a stolen credit card. (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 22:42:07 GMT)

NY man accused of stealing shark from pet store
A New York man is accused of going fishing in a pet store aquarium where he caught a $350 shark and smuggled it out of the shop under his jacket. Police said the Freeport man released the contraband shark into his home aquarium, where they say he also kept a green moray eel he had purchased with a stolen credit ... (Fri, 16 Jan 2009 23:53:19 GMT)

New York Man Allegedly Steals Shark From Pet Shop
A New York man is accused of going fishing in a pet store aquarium where he caught a $350 shark and smuggled it out of the shop under his jacket. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 01:24:04 GMT)

Missing Pet Causes Heartbreak
Losing a family pet can be a traumatic experience. But one local family's loss has caused them to pull out all the stops in finding it. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 02:39:31 GMT)

Pet owners encouraged to keep animals warm
Humane League of Lancaster County issued a cold-weather advisory Friday for pet owners who typically keep animals outside.Pet owners should bring animals inside to heated, protected areas because dog houses adequate in normal temperatures don't protect animals from frostbite and hypothermia.Unhe. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 02:40:16 GMT)

Pet store owner in custody after dead animals found
RACINE — The owner of an exotic pet store was taken into custody Friday on a probation violation after city officials found dead, malnourished and illegal animals in his store. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 03:15:47 GMT)

Change a Pet's Life Day
Get involved and open your home to a pet. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 03:32:54 GMT)

Healthy Pet Food Deli Opens For Pampered Pups
From the looks of things, a dog's life is a good life. Between exercise, fresh air and playing with friends, they expend a lot of energy. So how does a pet owner fuel that passion? (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:53:58 GMT)

Pet store owner in custody after dead animals found
RACINE — The owner of an exotic pet store was taken into custody Friday on a probation violation after city officials found dead, malnourished and illegal animals in his store. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 06:17:52 GMT)

Heloise: Legal trust provides pet care
Dear readers: Did you know that there is such a thing as a pet trust? There is, and it’s a great way to be sure your pet or pets will be cared for if you become disabled or die. A trust is legal and binding, and provides peace of mind if you’re worried about what would happen to your beloved pets if you are not able to take care of them. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 09:52:57 GMT)

Adopt-A-Pet matches senior citizens with older pets
When Ruth Hulbert saw “Daisy” at Adopt-A-Pet, she knew the black and white beauty was the cat for her. “She got up on my lap and started purring,” Hulbert said. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 11:21:49 GMT)

Recession takes its toll even on the family pet
As more pet owners feel the pressure of a slumping economy, the number of Central Oregonians relinquishing their furry friends to Humane Societies has increased — putting more pressure on the area’s only no-kill shelter.A group of Crook County residents decided something needed to be done. So a task force of 15 volunteers formed to focus on getting animals from the Humane Society of the Ochocos ... (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 12:10:32 GMT)

Memorialize your deceased pet in "Over the Rainbow Bridge" photo gallery
Write a tribute to your beloved deceased pet when you upload a photo in APP's Over the Rainbow Bridge here (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 14:44:14 GMT)

Pet adoption events today
The Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley will host two pet adoption events today. The first event will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Petsmart, 2200 E. Lohman Ave., and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Petco, 3050 E. Lohman Ave. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 19:02:59 GMT)

Racine police arrest pet store owner
RACINE, Wis. — Racine police arrested the owner of an exotic pet store after finding dead, malnourished and illegal animals in his store. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 21:26:56 GMT)

Owner of exotic pet store arrested
Racine - Police arrested the owner of an exotic pet store after finding dead, malnourished and illegal animals in his store. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 21:28:02 GMT)

Racine Police Arrest Pet Store Owner
RACINE, Wis. -- Racine police said they arrested the owner of an exotic pet store after finding dead, malnourished and illegal animals in his store. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 22:24:08 GMT)

Racine police arrest pet store owner
Associated Press - January 17, 2009 4:15 PM ET RACINE, Wis. (AP) - Racine police arrested the owner of an exotic pet store after finding dead, malnourished and illegal animals in his... (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 22:50:37 GMT)

Racine police arrest pet store owner
RACINE, Wis. (AP) - Racine police arrested the owner of an exotic pet store after finding dead, malnourished and illegal animals in his store. Police spokesman Sgt. Bernie Kupper says Countryside Humane Society and city Health Department officials asked officers to go to the Aquatic Oddities Friday. (Sat, 17 Jan 2009 22:52:47 GMT)

Pet nudges valve; house explodes
A gas valve that was accidentally turned on by a house pet caused a duplex to explode Friday night in the Hart, says Terry Ree, chief fire prevention officer of the Prince George Fire Rescue. Sixteen firefighters from three halls attended the explosion that occurred around 10:38 p.m. in the 8300 block of Peter Road near Chief Lake Road and Highway 97. Crews quickly knocked down the fire and ... (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:02:57 GMT)

PET CORNER: Dogs, cats need special attention
At the end of last week, the temperature had dropped dramatically. Looks like winter has set in and now all pet guardians need to be sure the outdoor dogs and cats are well provided for. They need to make an honest assessment as to whether the dogs or cats have a safe, dry and warm place to seek protection from the low temperatures and wind or rain. (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:26:27 GMT)

Chandler Pet Owners Concerned for Poisoned Pets
Several dogs in one valley neighborhood are falling ill, and now some pet owners are wondering if it's more than just a coincidence. The dogs are being being diagnosed with Strychnine and FOX 10's Miriam Garcia explains how veterinarians are treating these poisoned pets. (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 05:20:45 GMT)

Customizable Pawfun.com e-Card Lets You Put Your Pet in the Obama White House
A free, customizable Obama Pet Spoof from Pawfun.com custom-t-shirts puts your pet in President Elect Barack Obama's White House. (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 07:01:00 GMT)

Customizable Pawfun.com e-Card Lets You Put Your Pet in the Obama White House
A free, customizable Obama Pet Spoof from Pawfun.com custom-t-shirts puts your pet in President Elect Barack Obama's White House. (PRWeb Jan 18, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/01/prweb1873894.htm (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 08:17:38 GMT)

Pet store owner in custody after dead animals found
RACINE — The owner of an exotic pet store was taken into custody Friday on a probation violation after city officials found dead, malnourished and illegal animals in his store. (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 08:31:21 GMT)

Dagupan City bats for responsible pet ownership
DAGUPAN CITY, Jan. 18 (PNA) -- The city government has renewed its call for responsive pet ownership as it mounted a free anti-rabies vaccination campaign through the City Veterinary Office (CVO). (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 09:31:03 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Graham
Graham is this week’s Pet of Week. (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 09:36:05 GMT)

Burglars Wring Pet Budgie's Neck
An elderly women is in mourning after burglars snapped the neck of her pet budgerigar right in front of her. (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 12:16:00 GMT)

Sign-up for low-cost pet neutering begins Monday
The annual Valley Save-A-Pet neuter campaign kicks off Monday. About 1,000 pets will be neutered at more than 40 veterinary clinics in Greater Cleveland. The nonprofit Save-A-Pet group foots most of the bill for low-income pet owners. Registration begins at... (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:21:04 GMT)

DO YOU NEED YOUR PET LOOKED AFTER WHILST ON HOLIDAY?
i AM AVAILABLE TO HELP LOOK AFTER YOUR PET WHILST YOU ARE ON HOLIDAY. PLEASE GET IN TOUCH FOR MORE INFO! (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:16:07 GMT)

UK burglers steal money, kill elderly woman's pet
LONDON - British police say two robbers broke into an elderly woman's home, stole money and then snapped the neck of her pet budgerigar in front of her. (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 22:18:15 GMT)

Mesa Dog Poisonings Worry Pet Owners
A group of Mesa pet owners is worried after a cluster of poisonings has sickened dogs in their neighborhood. (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 23:05:38 GMT)

Give us your money or the budgie gets it: Burglars kill pet in front of great-grandmother
Burglars who broke into the home of a 78-year-old woman killed her pet budgie when she refused to hand over her savings. (Sun, 18 Jan 2009 23:18:06 GMT)

Free pet adoptions take place Saturday
Have you ever wanted a pet but the cost of adoption was holding you back? On Saturday, Burke County Friends for Animals in conjunction with Hill's Pet Nutrition is celebrating Change a Pet's Life day by offering 10 free adoptions. (Mon, 19 Jan 2009 00:20:51 GMT)

RAMIRO '09 focuses on advancements in PET CT technology
RAMIRO '09, a conference on 'Recent Advances in Molecular Imaging and Radiation Oncology', was inaugurated here today by Dr Kasturi Rangan, director, National Institute of Advanced Studies. On the occasion, a monograph on Positron Emission Tomography (PET CT) was released. (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 02:47:11 GMT)

Pet store owner could face charges for animal neglect and cruelty
RACINE — A pet store owner was still in custody at the Racine County Jail on Monday after Countryside Humane Society and the city Health Department found dead and neglected animals at his shop Friday. (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:41:48 GMT)

Pet yer dog!
Pet yer dog! (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 07:13:10 GMT)

Be careful with pet trusts
Do your homework and be cautious when leaving money for your pet's care in your will. (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:08:14 GMT)

Oman's Octal Petrochemicals opens Mideast's largest PET plant
Oman's Octal Petrochemicals opens Mideast's largest PET plant (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:14:32 GMT)

Pet store blaze wasn't arson, fire officials say
Arson is not to blame for a fire that ravaged a pet store and killed at least a dozen birds late Sunday night. The two-alarm fire began about 10:45 p.m. at Pet Connection, 4534 Auburn Blvd. Flames were shooting through the store's metal roof when firefighters arrived, Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District Capt. Christian Pebbles said. More than 40 firefighters helped extinguish the blaze ... (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:14:55 GMT)

Octal Petrochemicals opens Middle East's largest PET plant
Oman-based Octal Petrochemicals has started operations of its second PET plant in the southeast port city of Salalah, it was announced. (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 08:28:53 GMT)

Ann Arbor teenager accused of killing pet rabbit
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A 17-year-old is expected to be charged with animal cruelty in the baseball bat beating death of his girlfriend’s pet rabbit. (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:23:12 GMT)

Kellie Pickler - Picklers Exotic New Pet
Country singer KELLIE PICKLER has adopted an unusual new pet into her home - a Marmoset monkey. The animal lover already owns a wide collection of pets, including a dog, ... (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:33:47 GMT)

Lizard found in broccoli becomes a much-loved family pet
A four-inch lizard found in some broccoli from a supermarket becomes a family pet. (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:16:51 GMT)

Lizard found in broccoli becomes a much-loved family pet
A four-inch lizard found in some broccoli from a supermarket becomes a family pet. (Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:28:13 GMT)

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