Pet News Sep 2009

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Pet portraits at the Animal Rescue League
BEDFORD – Kelley and Co. Pet Resort and Photography and Doggie Bag and Day Spaw will host two days of pet portraits at the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:58:29 GMT)

Humane Society launches new pet adoption campaign
Humane Society launches new pet adoption campaign (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 18:40:03 GMT)

Rutgers open house on tap at pet shelter
Sayreville Pet Adoption Center, 1400 Main St., will host a Rutgers Red-and-Black Open House 1-4 p.m. Sept. 26. Admission is free of charge; however, guests are asked to bring a can of cat food or dog food for the shelter pets. The first 50 visitors who bring a donation will receive a complimentary Rutgers T-shirt. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:25:26 GMT)

Nano Pet Products Debuts Its Revolutionary & Industry Leading Dog Gone Smart(TM) Pet Beds and Apparel Using ...
Nano Pet Products, LLC, based in Wilton, Connecticut, and dedicated to bringing cleaner and healthier pet products to pet owners worldwide, will debut several new styles and colors of its revolutionary and industry leading Dog Gone Smart pet beds and pet apparel at the 43rd annual H.H. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:34:00 GMT)

Woman treated at hospital after pet bear attack in Pickens County
PICKENS COUNTY — A 21-year-old Pickens woman was taken to a hospital Thursday night after a pet bear attacked her. Lt. Robert McCullough, spokesman for the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, said the woman was at a relative’s home in Pumpkin Town near when one of two pet black bears attacked her right hand when she reached inside the bear’s cage. Independent Mail coverage partner ... (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:00:52 GMT)

Girl's pet pony killed by a pack of dogs
A Muskegon Township woman could faces charges after her four dogs got loose and killed a girl's pet pony. It happened Thursday, while the teenager was at school. (Fri, 25 Sep 2009 22:03:25 GMT)

Public protest grows over plans to put a fast food joint next to a pet cemetery
Pet owners protest plans to put a fast food joint next to a pet cemetery (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 01:03:28 GMT)

Pet owners need to be aware of another kind of flu
People are already worried about catching the seasonal and H1N1 flu, but there's a third kind that pet owners need to be aware of. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:11:34 GMT)

LETTER: Abuse of pet warrants harsh sentence
Abuse of pet warrants harsh sentence (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:12:20 GMT)

Pet of the week: Young ChuCho is looking for new pal
This week’s featured pet for Enid Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is ChuCho, an airedale-terrier mix. Eight-month-old ChuCho would be a great companion for a dog lover looking for a new pal. All vaccinations are current and deworming has been done. He has been neutered. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:25:44 GMT)

New pet store a dream come true
Jose Garcia and Taryn Gerrick opened Jocelyns Puppies and Pet Supply about three months ago. Jose Garcia and Taryn Gerrick recently opened Jocelyns Puppies and Pet Supply, a pet store located at 398 York St. inside the shopping center. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 05:09:57 GMT)

CMS proposal to increase 2010 PET reimbursement may lead to rise in demand for Cardiac PET imaging
Positron Corporation (OTCBB:POSC) a molecular imaging solutions company focused on Nuclear Cardiology, predicts a significant rise in demand for Cardiac PET in 2010 with a proposed cut in SPECT reimbursement of 46% and an increase in PET reimbursement of 22%, issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 06:05:13 GMT)

PET OF THE WEEK – Kasey
This week’s pet of the week at Wagoner Animal Guardian Society is Kasey. Kasey a 4 1/2-month-old Siamese mix neutered male. He is very friendly and playful and loves attention. Information: Teri, 486-4749, or Sandra, 857-1967. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 06:27:11 GMT)

Pet trusts offer animal lovers peace of mind
(ARA) - Jerry and Judi Wilkerson love their bulldog, Lulu Bell - so much so that they decided to set up a pet trust. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 07:30:12 GMT)

Durban man warns of Internet pet con
People posing as dog sellers are misleading potential pet owners into thinking that these animals will be delivered to them. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 09:16:27 GMT)

Pet Of The Week: Larry
Meet Larry, the Pet of the Week. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:51:33 GMT)

New pet store a dream come true
Jose Garcia and Taryn Gerrick opened Jocelyns Puppies and Pet Supply about three months ago. Jose Garcia and Taryn Gerrick recently opened Jocelyns Puppies and Pet Supply, a pet store located at 398 York St. inside the shopping center. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:55:00 GMT)

Business Down at Pet Cemeteries
Economy has forced pet owners to mourn less extravagantly (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:33:58 GMT)

Middleburg Heights Animal Foundation plans picnic for pet adopters
If you have adopted a pet, bring it and yourself to this picnic Sunday. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 16:06:56 GMT)

Emerald Coast Funniest Pet Video Contest
Does your cat have a funny way of meowing? Can your dog perform a trick that makes people laugh? Then enter The Emerald Coast Funniest Pet Video Contest! You could win a $500 prize package/gift card from Pets Behave LLC and The Doggy Bag! (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 20:24:40 GMT)

Pet owners get free vaccinations
Riverview, FL - Hundreds of Hillsborough County pet owners lined up in Riverview this morning to receive free vaccinations for their dogs and cats. Pet owners were also able to get free check-ups, update registration on their pets, and receive new tags. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 21:23:37 GMT)

Pet Health Fair in Great Falls
On Saturday the Big Sky Animal Medical Center hosted its 12th annual Pet Health Fair for both humans and their pets. (Sat, 26 Sep 2009 23:57:31 GMT)

Animals, owners bond at inaugural Great River Pet Expo
All the entertainment, contests and promotional items aside, there was an obvious overriding theme that surfaced Saturday at the inaugural Great River Pet Expo. (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 01:00:37 GMT)

Pet of the Week
PET OF THE WEEK: Sadie is 1-year-old blue heeler mix. She is extremely full of life and loves to play. Sadie gets along with other dogs and needs a home with a backyard so she has lots of room to explore. If you are interested in adopting Sadie, call the Plainview Humane Society at 806-296-2311, e-mail plvhumanesociety@hotmail.com or visit 500 S.W. Third from 4-5:30 p ... (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 02:50:41 GMT)

Bi-Lo to donate to pet advocacy groups
GREENVILLE, S.C. — On Wednesday, Bi-Lo will kick-off a two-week promotion to raise money for pet shelters and advocacy groups in the Southeast, including Asheville's Animal Compassion Network. (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 04:18:27 GMT)

Gator gone: Pet reptile has a new home
SANDUSKY See ya later alligator. It wasn't an easy decision, but Ulester Wilkin Jr. has given up his pet alligator -- cleverly named Gator -- to Safari Adventures at Kalahari. (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 06:39:48 GMT)

Pet of the Week
PET OF THE WEEK: Sadie is 1-year-old blue heeler mix. She is extremely full of life and loves to play. Sadie gets along with other dogs and needs a home with a backyard so she has lots of room to explore. If you are interested in adopting Sadie, call the Plainview Humane Society at 806-296-2311, e-mail plvhumanesociety@hotmail.com or visit 500 S.W. Third from 4-5:30 p ... (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 09:35:41 GMT)

Penn's Pet Poison Helpline Could Save Your Cat or Dog
There are poison control hotlines for people worried about something they swallowed, but what if you pet eats something it shouldn't? (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 11:18:23 GMT)

Madeline, Pet of the Week for Sept. 27, 2009
Madeline is full of personality and friendly with other cats. She loves to climb and needs lots of space to roam. She’s available for adoption from Cat Landers, West Middlesex. For more information, call 724-528-1701. Lil’ Rascals Pet Grooming in Hermitage will give Madeline a free grooming. (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 13:21:06 GMT)

80% Drivers Give 'Pet Name' To Their Car
MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - 09/27/09) - Eight out of ten drivers name their car, according to a survey of 1,600 customers by Swinton, the UK's leading high street retailer of car insurance. Men were much less likely to name their cars, with fewer than half giving their vehicle a pet name compared to 88% of women. When choosing a name the most important factor was the car colour ... (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:01:00 GMT)

80% Drivers Give 'Pet Name' To Their Car
MANCHESTER, UNITED KINGDOM--(Marketwire - Sept. 28, 2009) - Eight out of ten drivers name their car, according to a survey of 1,600 customers by Swinton, the UK's leading high street retailer of car insurance. Men were much less likely to name their cars, with fewer than half giving their vehicle a pet name compared to 88% of women. When choosing a name the most important factor was the car ... (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:10:57 GMT)

Is this pet psychic? A dog-training horror story
Author is nearly led down a dark path by a mysterious book!Is this pet psychic? (Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:49:21 GMT)

Knoxville police search for suspect in pet supply store robbery
KNOXVILLE — A man armed with a small semiautomatic pistol this evening robbed a Knoxville pet supply store and ordered employees to run to the front of the business as he exited a rear door. The robbery of the Pet Care Warehouse, 6704 Clinton Highway, was reported at 6:23 p.m., said Knoxville Police Department Sgt. Rick Eastridge. No one was injured during the heist. The robber entered the ... (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 01:03:34 GMT)

BUSINESS Q&A: Pet salon owner embarks on challenges
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Bathing and grooming dogs might seem like a messy job, but Mary Sparks sees it as making something she loves more beautiful. The owner of Kozy Kut Pet Salon said she has always loved animals and brought home strays. In 2000, she decided to channel that devotion into a career, answering a newspaper ad to be a bather at Kozy Kut. “I just walked through the door and filled out ... (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 02:35:14 GMT)

Lexington vet offers low-cost pet help
Veterinarian Nicole Ferguson of Crossroads Veterinary Services, 210 W. Main St. in Lexington, has started a "Shelter Days Health Program" on Wednesdays to provide low-cost pet sterilizations and other vet services. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 04:05:00 GMT)

Pet of the Week
Every week, we try and find a loving home for our pet of the week... This week we have Bobette... She's a female cat who animal control workers guess is only about a year old. She will also be having kittens soon... Bobette has been at the animal impo (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 04:41:26 GMT)

Pet trusts offer animal lovers peace of mind
(ARA) - Jerry and Judi Wilkerson love their bulldog, Lulu Bell - so much so that they decided to set up a pet trust. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 06:35:35 GMT)

Woman hires hydraulic lift to rescue pet parrot from tree
Animal lover Emma Hooper hired a hydraulic lift to rescue her pet parrot Cleo who had a panic attack after flying 50 feet up a tree. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 06:38:37 GMT)

Gator gone: Pet reptile has a new home
SANDUSKY See ya later alligator. It wasn't an easy decision, but Ulester Wilkin Jr. has given up his pet alligator -- cleverly named Gator -- to Safari Adventures at Kalahari. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 06:39:06 GMT)

11-year-old plans 5K pet fundraiser
A lot of kids say they love animals, but not a lot of them do as much to prove it as Brylie DeVries. The 11-year-old Hyrum girl is the driving force behind the “Sweat for a Pet” 5K run and mile walk, scheduled to take place Oct. 10. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:40:58 GMT)

Increment in 2010 PET reimbursement may increase the demand for Cardiac PET imaging
Positron Corporation, a molecular imaging solutions company focused on Nuclear Cardiology, predicts a significant rise in demand for Cardiac PET in 2010 with a proposed cut in SPECT reimbursement of 46% and an increase in PET reimbursement of 22%, issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 10:04:49 GMT)

Brit woman hires hydraulic lift to rescue pet parrot from tree!
London, Sep 28 : A Brit woman had to hire a hydraulic lift to rescue her pet parrot Cleo, who flew 50 feet up a tree and got stuck. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:08:30 GMT)

Pet Ohana
Alice is looking for Wonderland and a human companion with a Cheshire smile.. This pet may already have been adopted, but many others animals are available. Call 356-2218 or visit the Hawaiian Humane Society. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 11:35:23 GMT)

PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA SCHEDULED
COSHOCTON -- Pet photos with Santa will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, at Tractor Supply Co. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:10:32 GMT)

Positron Anticipates Cardiac PET Demand To Increase Due To Expanding Reimbursment Differential Between PET And SPECT ...
Positron Corporation (OTCBB:POSC) a molecular imaging solutions company focused on Nuclear Cardiology, predicts a significant rise in demand for Cardiac PET in 2010 with a proposed cut in SPECT reimbursement of 46% and an increase in PET reimbursement of 22%, issued by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:18:01 GMT)

Pet of the week
FABULOUS PHOEBE! The Coconino Humane Association would like to present Phoebe as this week's featured pet. Phoebe has been waiting more than a month for a new home and is hoping that you might be her new master. The shelter's phone number is 526-1076, and its new hours are Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Its address is 3501 E. Butler Avenue ... (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 13:34:31 GMT)

Olinda Village pet parade brings community together
A sense of community fostered through a pet meet-and-greet. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:46:18 GMT)

Pet blessing, parade Oct. 3 at St. Ann's
The annual pet blessing and parade starts at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Ann's Church, 2100 Farragut, co-hosted by the Butte Spay-Neuter Task Force. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:48:24 GMT)

Senior and Weight Management Products Fortify Broader Industry Focus on Pet Health
NEW YORK, NY--(Marketwire - September 28, 2009) - The aging pet population and the epidemic of overweight/obese pets are two emergent trends driving much -- if not most -- of the activity in the health product segment of the recession resistant U.S. pet market, according to "Senior, Weight Management and Special Needs Pet Products in the U.S." by leading market research publisher Packaged Facts ... (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:59:55 GMT)

Police: Man tried to lure kids to car with pet dog
COLONIE -- A Glens Falls man was arrested Sunday when he tried to lure children into his car using his pet dog during a church festival, Colonie Police said. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:11:46 GMT)

It's Back: The Obama Chia Pet Returns
It was too controversial for Walgreens to carry so now CVS is stepping up to fill the Obama Chia Pet void. The Sun-Times spoke to Joseph Enterprises Inc. president Joseph Pedott about the...gift? And he claims to have the support of the Commander-in-Chief himself. "I presented it to him [at a reception after his commencement address at Notre Dame], and he said, 'Gee, I've got green hair,'" said ... (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 16:54:39 GMT)

Church to host pet blessing
St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 31 Park Ave., in Grayslake will host a pet blessing at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 3. Community members are invited to have their household pets blessed during the event. In addition, the pets will be celebrated for the important role they play in their owners' lives. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:36:51 GMT)

New pet store a dream come true
Jose Garcia and Taryn Gerrick opened Jocelyns Puppies and Pet Supply about three months ago. Jose Garcia and Taryn Gerrick recently opened Jocelyns Puppies and Pet Supply, a pet store located at 398 York St. inside the shopping center. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 20:10:09 GMT)

A pet in your life keeps the doctor away
( University of Missouri-Columbia ) Lowers blood pressure, encourages exercise, improves psychological health -- these may sound like the effects of a miracle drug, but they are actually among the benefits of owning a four-legged, furry pet. This fall, the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine Research Center for Human-Animal Interaction will explore the many ways animals benefit ... (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 20:40:36 GMT)

A pet in your life keeps the doctor away
Lowers blood pressure, encourages exercise, improves psychological health - these may sound like the effects of a miracle drug, but they are actually among the benefits of owning a four-legged, furry pet. This fall, the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine Research Center for Human-Animal Interaction (ReCHAI) will explore the many ways animals benefit people of all ages during ... (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 21:07:23 GMT)

Pet Shop Boys, Manic Street Preachers Play For Shirley Bassey
The first studio album from Dame Shirley Bassey in over 20 years will feature Pet Shop Boys, Manic Street Preachers, Rufus Wainwright, Richard Hawley and K.T. Tunstall. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 21:40:27 GMT)

Cross country: Petoskey girls, Charlevoix boys capture hardware at Camp Pet-O-Se-Ga
ALANSON — The Petoskey girls and Charlevoix boys took home first-place trophies Saturday at the 35th Annual Petoskey-McDonald’s-Optimist Cross Country Invitational at Camp Pet-O-Se-Ga. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 22:18:56 GMT)

Can snuggling up to your pet give you MRSA?
Can snuggling up to your pet give you MRSA? (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:20:23 GMT)

12. Pet monkey saves family
ALOR SETAR: When Awang started to shriek, it was fortunate that a family of seven paid attention – the pet macaque was warning them about a lethal intruder. (Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:40:16 GMT)

A Pet In Your Life Keeps The Doctor Away
Lowers blood pressure, encourages exercise, improves psychological health -- these may sound like the effects of a miracle drug, but they are actually among the benefits of owning a four-legged, furry pet. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:20:53 GMT)

Pet monkey saves family
ALOR SETAR, MALAYSIA: When Awang started to shriek, it was fortunate that a family of seven paid attention - the pet macaque was warning them about a lethal intruder. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 01:08:37 GMT)

Clinton pet store fun for humans too
Finally, a pet store that's as much fun for humans as it is for the dogs and cats. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:10:32 GMT)

Pet-food industry enjoys strong sales in weak economy
Despite rising unemployment, credit-card debt and thinning discretionary spending, American pet owners remain loyal customers of an industry that is enjoying consistent growth. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 07:22:09 GMT)

Pet blessing, parade Oct. 3 at St. Ann's
The annual pet blessing and parade starts at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Ann's Church, 2100 Farragut, co-hosted by the Butte Spay-Neuter Task Force. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 07:48:25 GMT)

Event spotlights pet rescue
Spaying or neutering a pet can be an expensive proposal. Even though pet owners understand the importance of the procedure, they may balk at the cost and never follow through.There is another option. National Animal Welfare Society, or NAWS, in Mokena, offers discounts on spaying and neutering for dogs and cats. The organization started as a hound rescue, but today offers spaying and neutering ... (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:01:52 GMT)

PET CALENDAR
oct. 3 Pet blessing: 2 p.m. Oct. 3 at The Church of St. Benedict, 909 Lily Cache Lane in Bolingbrook. The free event is held in celebration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of all animals. Blessings for pets that have died will also be offered. Visit www.stbenedict.ws for more information. Oct. 4 Eighth annual dog walk: Oct. 4 at Pilcher Park in ... (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:01:52 GMT)

Keep a pet to ward off depression
Washington, Sep 29 : Keeping a four-legged, furry pet is practically the best safeguard against depression, anxiety or blood pressure, according to an American scientist. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:12:26 GMT)

Pet Ohana
Kuzco is a 5-year old terrier with a terrific disposition, Kuzco is one good boy. This pet may already have been adopted, but many others animals are available. Call 356-2218 or visit the Hawaiian Humane Society. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:35:37 GMT)

Research and Markets: State of the Industry: Pet Kennels/Boarding in the U.S. - 4th Edition
DUBLIN----Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "State of the Industry: Pet Kennels/Boarding in the U.S. - 4th Edition" report to their offering. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:59:00 GMT)

Gunman Robs Rolando Pet Store
A tall, thin gunman robbed a pet shop in Rolando, police said. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:47:16 GMT)

Man robs pet store
A robber pointed a gun at a clerk in a Rolando pet store Monday night and made off with an unknown amount of cash, San Diego police said. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 15:01:46 GMT)

Family in bizarre custody battle... over their pet sheep
Family in bizarre custody battle... over their pet sheep (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:19:11 GMT)

The Pet Finch
The delightful spirit of the pet finch and the enormous satisfaction of their song make them an exceptional pet for close living conditions such as an apartment or a mobile home court. I tried living with two macaws in a mobile home court. It didn't work so good. Those two could wake the dead. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:45:03 GMT)

Best Western Travel Blog YouMustBeTrippin.com to Feature Pet Travel Tips From Cesar's Way, the New Magazine From Cesar ...
PHOENIX, AZ--(Marketwire - September 29, 2009) - Cesar Millan's new magazine, Cesar's Way, will provide unique content and share pet travel tips, along with ideal destinations to travel with pets, on the travel blog, www.YouMustBeTrippin.com , beginning this fall and timed with the launch of his new magazine, Cesar's Way, the World's Largest Hotel Chain® announced ... (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:57:23 GMT)

Dairy launches first PET bottle for UHT milk
PET bottles, made using Sidel’s Predis technology, allows the dairy to reduce the weight of its bottles by 20 per cent and make significant savings in chemicals and water, a Sidel spokesperson told FoodProductionDaily.com. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:17:31 GMT)

Pet Food Pantry Holds Drive
A Shawnee County pet food pantry is asking for your help making sure our four legged friends stay fed in these tough economic times. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:25:26 GMT)

Clovis Animal Shelter pet of the week
Clovis Animal Shelter pet of the week for May 5-9, 2008. Why isn't the Clovis Animal Shelter open on weekends? Clovis Animal Shelter pet of the week for July 21-28, 2009. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:49:14 GMT)

Pet-food industry enjoys strong sales in weak economy
American pet owners remain loyal customers of an industry that is enjoying consistent growth (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:14:07 GMT)

Family in custody battle over pet sheep
A family are in a court custody battle over a pet sheep. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:01:46 GMT)

Pet hotel? Southwest Florida International Airport considers adding kennel
Pet cemeteries, pet airlines and now pet hotels? That's one of the latest conveniences Southwest Florida International Airport hopes to have for its travelers. “It's something that's become somewhat popular over the last several years,” said Ben Siegel, deputy executive director of administration. “We've had quite a bit of interest from various developers.” Travelers could check-in man's best ... (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:32:54 GMT)

Pet tax deduction bill being debated in Congress
Tampa, Florida - "The Humanity and Pets Partnered Through the Years" Act, also known as HAPPY Act, was introduced to help pet owners like Courtney Porter get a tax credit for pet-related expenses. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:38:27 GMT)

Clinton pet store fun for humans too
Finally, a pet store that's as much fun for humans as it is for the dogs and cats. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:10:19 GMT)

Pet Talk: Shelter-touting groups have a message, and a pet, for you
The message is being shouted from the rooftops (or from the TV, at the very least): If you're thinking of getting a pet, go to a shelter or rescue group. (Tue, 29 Sep 2009 23:05:46 GMT)

Basic items to keep in pet emergency kit
Q: What standard items should I keep in a pet emergency kit at home and in the car? I have the usual elastic bandages and gauze, tweezers, tic pickers and blanket; and in my car, a spare leash and a small vacuum-sealed pack of treats (to lure a dog away from... (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:04:45 GMT)

Pet supplies retailer to create 100 jobs
SOME 100 jobs are to be created here on the back of a €100 million expansion programme by leading European pet supplies retailer Maxi Zoo. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:06:43 GMT)

ESCONDIDO: Proposal to loosen pet restrictions faces many critics
Supporters of a proposal to loosen pet restrictions in Escondido say it could save the lives of many animals abandoned during the recession, but critics say it makes no sense to allow extra animals in a city that has been steadily evolving from a farm community into a densely populated suburb. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:11:29 GMT)

Pet-food industry enjoys strong sales in weak economy
American pet owners remain loyal customers of an industry that is enjoying consistent growth (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:14:05 GMT)

Pet pregnancy prevention pays
The Humane Society of Greater Kansas City is to be commended for rescuing virtually all adoptable animals from the Wyandotte County municipal shelter since January, reducing euthanasia there this year. However, such rescue operations, no matter how noble or massive, are not a sustainable solution to the problem of pet overpopulation, which is a community problem costing taxpayers hundreds of ... (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 03:53:36 GMT)

Woman fries and eats pet goldfish after fight with ex-husband
Authorities say a Houston-area woman who was burned up at her former common-law husband fried their pet goldfish and ate some of them. (Wed, 30 Sep 2009 21:03:10 GMT)

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