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Arson Charge for VA Pet Store Employee
An employee has been charged with arson in a weekend fire at a Roanoke pet store that caused about $2 million in damage. (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:34:02 GMT)

DogSpeak!: Holidays can be a topsy-turvy time for your pet
Holidays are a time for gathering of friends and family for a festive occasion. However, your pet may become confused by the activities. (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:31:58 GMT)

Vail Pets: A few reasons to pull your pet's teeth
Vail Pets: A few reasons to pull your pet's teeth Stephen Sheldon Pet Talk Vail, CO Colorado VAIL, Colorado - We're talking about extractions here - not about trying to get your Vail Valley pets to tell you about their day at school. Pulling teeth is a very common occurrence in animal hospitals. There are many reasons your pet might need a tooth pulled. Baby teeth (called deciduous teeth) that ... (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:14:54 GMT)

Vancouver's only pet cemetery may be dug up for housing
When her beloved cat Brittany died this month, Gillian Eggert figured she would bury her beside her five other late animals at the site of the old B.C. Pet Cemetery in Surrey. (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:19:10 GMT)

Push on to turn pet cemetery into park
The only pet cemetery in Greater Vancouver could eventually disappear under a developer's bulldozer, but some pet lovers are trying to have the property turned into a park. (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:39:14 GMT)

Houston Aeros 2nd Annual Chilly's Pet Pals Game Sunday
HOUSTON - The Houston Aeros and the Houston Humane Society (HHS) are teaming up for the 2nd Annual "Chilly's Pet Pals" game when the Aeros host the Milwaukee Admirals on Sunday, November 22, at 4:05 PM from Toyota Center. (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:41:59 GMT)

Push on to turn pet cemetery into park
The only pet cemetery in Greater Vancouver could eventually disappear under a developer's bulldozer, but some pet lovers are trying to have the property turned into a park. (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:07:55 GMT)

Cute/Ridiculous Animal Thing Of The Day: Pet Otter Plays With Toys (VIDEO)
What's Your Reaction? It may not be the next teacup pig but this video of an adorable baby otter could certainly start a hot pet trend. All five minutes of this video are sickeningly cute; however, it makes you wonder if this is really how sea otters are meant to be living? (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:24:47 GMT)

Animal Services seeks pet beds for new center
Metro Animal Services is seeking donations to buy beds for dogs and cats at the new pet-adoption center under construction at 3514 Newburg Road. (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:57:06 GMT)

Halloween Pittsburgh Pet Photo Contest Winner Announced
Nearly 23,000 votes were calculated. Meet the winner of our Halloween pet photo contest! (Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:58:17 GMT)

VIDEO/TRANSCRIPT: Pet projects ... adoptions, fire-EMS peace
Pet projects of adoptions and fire-EMS peace are two topics from Collier County Commissioner Fred Coyle, this week's guest on Comcast's " One on One with Jeff Lytle.'' Lytle is editorial page/Perspective section editor of the Daily News.Video and transcript highlights of that and past interviews are available at naplesnews.com/oneonone. The 30-minute program with Coyle will be shown in its ... (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:33:12 GMT)

Noahâs Ark joins nationwide Iams pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. Iams asks pet shelters nationwide to participate in their campaign to promote adopting pets from local shelters. Last year, Iams goal was to adopt one million pets from shelters. This year however, the bar has been raised to 1.5 million pet adoptions between Oct. 1 ... (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:17:22 GMT)

SLC commission gives nod to pet crematorium
Convinced the furnaces will not emit hair or smell, the Salt Lake City Planning Commission on Wednesday gave its unanimous approval for a zoning amendment that would allow a pet cremation service to set up shop in an historic home surrounded by businesses, eateries and a college campus. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:44:06 GMT)

Local Funeral Home offers Pet Services
A Metro funeral home is now offering a pet program to help families in their time of need. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:49:12 GMT)

Veteran's memorial stone found in abandoned Surrey pet cemetery
A grass-roots campaign is being mounted to save the site of the B.C. Pet Cemetery in Surrey. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:13:13 GMT)

Holiday pet photos will benefit shelters
VIRGINIA BEACH Photos of pets with Santa will be offered Saturday and Sunday by the Colonial Terrier Club at the Care-A-Lot pet supply store, at 1924 Diamond Springs Road in Virginia Beach. For appointments, call (757) 636-9045. Proceeds will benefit the Portsmouth Humane Society and the Animal Aid Society of Hampton, a no-kill shelter. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:37:30 GMT)

11/18 Business briefs: Pet store opening at outlets
ELLENTON — Chi Chi Paws, a pet store offering specialty items, is opening at Prime Outlets-Ellenton. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:33:49 GMT)

Holiday Pet Food Drive for shelters
Priceless Pets Pet Grooming will be holding a Holiday Pet Food Drive to assist local animal shelters and rescue groups during the month of December. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:53:57 GMT)

DogSpeak!: Holidays can be a topsy-turvy time for your pet
Holidays are a time for gathering of friends and family for a festive occasion. However, your pet may become confused by the activities. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:33:51 GMT)

Pet adoption events scheduled Saturday
LAS CRUCES - The Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley will conduct two pet adoption events this weekend. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:08:57 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. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:30:53 GMT)

Quirky Pet Businesses Worth Barking About
The unemployment rate may be north of 10%, but pet-product makers are booming. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:18:03 GMT)

Kyle heartbroken after pet birds theft
Autistic youngster Kyle Edge loved gazing at his two pet birds to help him relax after a long day at school. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:17:26 GMT)

Employee Charged with Arson in Virginia Pet Store Fire
An employee has been charged with arson in a weekend fire at a Roanoke, Virginia pet store that caused about $2 million in damage. Roanoke Fire Department spokeswoman Tiffany Bradbury said ... (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:26:51 GMT)

New pet ordinance aimed at curbing overpopulation
Pet owners who live in the City of Las Vegas will have to follow some new rules next year requiring all dogs and cats to be spayed or neutered by the time they are four months old. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:49:56 GMT)

Got the Flu? You Might Pass It on to Your Pet
Pet owners who contract H1N1 flu may pass the disease along to their pets, especially if the pet is a cat or ferret. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:29:21 GMT)

Cute pet photos wanted for online contest
Fond du Lac residents are invited to submit photos of their pets and then vote to win prizes in the Cutest Howl-iday Pets Photo contest. The contest runs Nov. 20 through Dec. 22 on The Reporter Web site www.fdlreporter.com. The contest is sponsored by Gadzoo.com, The Reporters pets Web site provider. Upload a photo of your pet making the season brighter. Visit the Pets ... (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:37:38 GMT)

Final weeks for Surrey pet cemetery?
A carved stone marks the grave of Tobie the cat, one of many animals buried at Surrey's pet cemetery – the last remaining animal burial ground in the Lower Mainland. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:15:15 GMT)

Quit smoking today -- for your pet's sake
Today is the Great American Smokeout. Quitting the habit is not only good for your health, it greatly benefits your pet, too. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:13:14 GMT)

Upbeat Outlook For Pet Food And Sexy Undies
Victoria's Secret's parent company and a big pet products retailer offer a more positive view of expected results. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:31:05 GMT)

Bangor Humane Society Offers Pet I.D. Clinic
The Bangor Humane Society is doing their part to help make sure your pets are easy to identify in the event they're lost. They're offering a pet I.D. clinic this Saturday from 10:00-4:00. You can have your pet microchipped for $20. It's a nearly painless procedure that puts a microchip under the . . . (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:22:54 GMT)

Pet photos with Santa will aid SafeHaven
Pet owners and their animals have three opportunities to gettheir photographs taken with Santa while benefitting SafeHavenHumane Society. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:47:18 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Announces Fourth Quarter & Fiscal 2009 Results
Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT)(NASDAQ:CENTA) today announced fourth quarter and full year results for its fiscal year ended September 26, 2009. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:10:56 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Joe
Pet of the Week: Joe Staff Writer Meet our Pet of the Week, Joe. He is owned by Kelly Joudon and is a 10-year-old mixed lab. "Joe was born in Tahoe and loves balls, swimming and long, long walks no matter what the weather. He has been a great companion to many people in Kelly's Incline Village world and has the kindest personality. He has shared his home with many other dogs, cats, birds and of ... (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:18:01 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Joe
Pet of the Week: Joe Staff Writer Meet our Pet of the Week, Joe. He is owned by Kelly Joudon and is a 10-year-old mixed lab. "Joe was born in Tahoe and loves balls, swimming and long, long walks no matter what the weather. He has been a great companion to many people in Kelly's Incline Village world and has the kindest personality. He has shared his home with many other dogs, cats, birds and of ... (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:46:49 GMT)

Health Canada warns vets and pet owners about drug used to treat diabetes
OTTAWA - Health Canada is warning veterinarians and pet owners about possible problems with Caninsulin, a drug used to treat diabetes in dogs and cats. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:50:00 GMT)

Fairview Heights hosts forum on proposed pet leash law
A public meeting on Fairview Heights' proposed pet leash law is scheduled for 7 p.m. Thursday in the city's Municipal Complex. (Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:37:59 GMT)

Pet Loss Expert From Peternity.com Offers Tips for Commemorating and Celebrating Your Pet's Life During the Holidays
BREA, CA--(Marketwire - November 19, 2009) - For those who have lost their pets recently or in the distant past, the holidays can evoke many memories of their pets and can become a very emotional time. According to pet loss expert Colleen Mihelich, rather than pushing these feelings away, people can grieve and remember their pets in a way that celebrates and pays tribute to their lives. "Allow ... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01:44 GMT)

Pet owners face fines and jail time if they don't spay or neuter their pets
Pet owners face fines and jail time (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:29:16 GMT)

Noahâs Ark joins nationwide Iams pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. Iams asks pet shelters nationwide to participate in their campaign to promote adopting pets from local shelters. Last year, Iams goal was to adopt one million pets from shelters. This year however, the bar has been raised to 1.5 million pet adoptions between Oct. 1 ... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:31:39 GMT)

Foster A Pet for the Holidays
Some animals are looking for a home for the holidays. As a part of their foster care program, Gainesville Pet Rescue is looking for volunteers to become foster families, and provide a temporary home for a rescued pet. The Gainesville Pet Rescue will provide all the supplies your foster pet will nee . . . (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:48:54 GMT)

DogSpeak!: Holidays can be a topsy-turvy time for your pet
Holidays are a time for gathering of friends and family for a festive occasion. However, your pet may become confused by the activities. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 06:48:29 GMT)

Pet Fact of the Week | Pet of the Week
Pet Fact of the Week Did you know the Australian Shepherd is sometimes known as the “ghost-eye” dog because they often have white eyes, bi-colored or split eyes, or two different colored eyes? Pet of the Week Meet Leroy! Leroy is a bright and energetic Australian Shepherd mix puppy with beautiful merle coloring. He is smart and trainable and will [...] (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:13:40 GMT)

TV's O'Grady mourns pet dog Buster
TV host Paul O'Grady is mourning the death of his faithful sidekick, Buster. The pet, who was 14-and-a-half years old, had been a regular on O'Grady's Channel 4 show, perching on the desk throughout the programme. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:26:51 GMT)

Got The Flu? You Might Pass It On To Your Pet
Pet owners who contract H1N1 flu may pass the disease along to their pets, especially if the pet is a cat or ferret. "A small number of companion animal H1N1 flu cases have been confirmed in the U.S.," said Dick Hesse, a flu expert and director of virology in Kansas State University's Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:30:27 GMT)

With Pets Also Vulnerable To The Flu, PurinaCare(R) Pet Health Insurance Extends Coverage For The H3N8 (Dog Flu ...
PurinaCare® Pet Health Insurance, which is committed to help pet owners provide a lifetime of care for their dogs and cats, is alerting dog owners to the dangers of the H3N8 virus, more commonly referred to as the Dog Flu or canine influenza. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:32:37 GMT)

Noahâs Ark joins nationwide Iams pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. Iams asks pet shelters nationwide to participate in their campaign to promote adopting pets from local shelters. Last year, Iams goal was to adopt one million pets from shelters. This year however, the bar has been raised to 1.5 million pet adoptions between Oct. 1 ... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:19:25 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Polly
Polly the parrot is this week's pet of the week.   (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:19:50 GMT)

Noahâs Ark of Ledgewood joins pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:22:26 GMT)

Minimize pet stress during the holidays
Minimize pet stress during the holidays Some pets love traveling — while others find it extremely stressful. However, with increased awareness of the risks inherent in traveling with animals, owners can prepare and minimize undue stress on their pets. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:30:43 GMT)

Hot-Fill PET Container handles 205°F temperature.
ThermaSet(TM) hot-fill, wide-mouth polyethylene terephthalate (PET) containers include stock and custom jars that offer sustained thermal stability at 205°F and shrinkage of less than 1%. Based on proprietary process that increases PET's glass transition point and barrier properties, products feature structural design that includes base that absorbs pressure and vacuum. Food manufacturers can ... (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:43:12 GMT)

Watch Cute Short Pet Films
State's first pet-themed film festival. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:58:13 GMT)

Pet fashion show set
Joe Kline/Idaho State Journal Marcia Hall and her costumed pugs, Murphy and Dotty, are having a pet costume contest at Timbee Hall in Fort Hall on Friday. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:11:29 GMT)

Columbia County pet adoption event starts today
Columbia County Animal Care & Control will be offering a special pet adoption event today and tomorrow. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:35:43 GMT)

Adopt a Pet from the Amarillo SPCA
Are you looking for a new addition to your home? If so head on over the United Supermarket at 45th and Bell and adopt a pet. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:57:34 GMT)

New pet supply store to host grand opening on Sat.
Pet Club, a new pet store in Maricopa, is hosting a celebration tomorrow to mark the store’s opening. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:51:35 GMT)

Charity's chips go down well with pet owners
AN animal charity has thanked pet owners for their patience during a chipping event which was so popular people had to be turned away. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:27:26 GMT)

Vegas council OKs pet spaying, neutering ordinance
The Las Vegas City Council has adopted an ordinance that will require most pet owners to spay or neuter their cats and dogs by 4 months of age. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:36:20 GMT)

Paradise Pet Hospital hosts microchip clinic
Who: Paradise Pet Hospital and animal owners. What: Paradise Pet Hospital is hosting a Microchip Clinic to help animal owners permanently protect their pets. 90 percent of pets who are lost are never recovered and microchipping is the best way to prevent this from occurring. (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:34:56 GMT)

Central Garden & Pet Company Reports Operating Results (10-K)
By 10qk. Central Garden & Pet Company ( CENT ) filed Annual Report for the period ended 2009-09-26. Read more » » (Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:35:06 GMT)

PET OF THE DAY for Nov. 21
Anka, a 2-year-old female Lab mix, is the featured pet of the day for the Humane Society of South Mi (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:04:01 GMT)

PET OF THE WEEK – Flower
This week's Coins 4 Critters pet of the week is Flower. She is a 8-month-old female miniature pinscher mix. Flower is current on her shots including rabies, she has been wormed and spayed. Flower loves to play and is a very friendly dog with kids and adults. She is super sweet and likes other dogs. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:26:11 GMT)

New pet supply store to host grand opening on Sat.
Pet Club, a new pet store in Maricopa, is hosting a celebration tomorrow to mark the store’s opening. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:53:26 GMT)

DogSpeak!: Holidays can be a topsy-turvy time for your pet
Holidays are a time for gathering of friends and family for a festive occasion. However, your pet may become confused by the activities. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:32:58 GMT)

Pet photos with Santa
Warwick Warwick Valley Humane Society will hold its “Pet Photos with Santa” fundraiser on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 5 and 6, at 48 Public Works Drive (off Kings Highway) in Warwick. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:07:08 GMT)

Pet Connection Seeks Assistance After Influx of Dogs, Cats
Pet Connection Programs, Inc., a maternity and special care shelter for dogs and cats located in Marilla, is in immediate need of supplies and cash donations to help cope with an overabundance of animals recently turned over to the nonprofit organization. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 08:40:00 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, 21 Nov 2009 09:51:39 GMT)

FloriDUH: Family choses pet pig over home
A South Florida family has a pig for a pet. A very large pig. And they're violating the law. But they say they'll move before getting rid of her. She's family. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:55:35 GMT)

Pet Of The Week: Pepper
Meet Pepper, the Pet of the Week. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:06:22 GMT)

Odd duck taking pet flyers presses luck in S.F.
The mystery continues. The shadowy character who has been threatening local residents who put up lost pet flyers is still prowling the streets, but he's pushing his luck. In some San Francisco neighborhoods, pet owners who put up a flyer, asking if anyone has... (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:14:18 GMT)

Pet Connection Seeks Assistance After Influx of Dogs, Cats
Pet Connection Programs, Inc., a maternity and special care shelter for dogs and cats located in Marilla, is in immediate need of supplies and cash donations to help cope with an overabundance of animals recently turned over to the nonprofit organization. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:10:00 GMT)

Adopt a pet
Pet adoptions for this week. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:53:57 GMT)

The 10 Funniest Missing Pet Signs Of All Time (PHOTOS)
It's always sad when your pet runs off, especially if he has giant balls or is a rodent masquerading as a cat. While we hope all the pets found their ways to safe homes, were pretty sure these people shouldn't be in charge of anything that has a pulse and completely understand why they ran away. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:55:27 GMT)

Officials urge pet owners to always use caution
While Ballard County has seen an alarming number of dog poisonings in the last few months, nothing similar has been reported in Calloway County recently. Authorities say, though, there are several things pet owners can do to make sure their animals are safe. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:23:09 GMT)

Pet Shop To Adopt Out Only Rescue Dogs & Cats
After 22 years, a local pet shop is changing the way it does business and saving the lives of animals in the process. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:36:25 GMT)

Piedmont Pet Pantry
The Piedmont Pet Pantry is helping families in Charlottesville, North Garden and Nelson County keep their pets from going hungry. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:16:39 GMT)

Despite Opposition, Pet Crematorium Clears Hurdle
Despite opposition from some residents and shop owners, a pet crematorium has moved a step closer to reality in Salt Lake City. (Sat, 21 Nov 2009 23:49:43 GMT)

Noahâs Ark of Ledgewood joins pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:58:45 GMT)

Pet Lovers' Paradise in Niles
The Eastwood Expo Center is hosting the first ever Northeast Ohio Pet Expo for this area. The Pet Expo started Saturday. It's the largest of its kind between Pittsburgh and Cleveland. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:04:50 GMT)

Pet Lovers' Paradise in Niles
The Eastwood Expo Center is hosting the first ever Northeast Ohio Pet Expo for this area.   The Pet Expo started Saturday.  It's the largest of its kind between Pittsburgh and Cleveland. The event offers everything from trainers to retailers, groomers and pet service specialists. Among them, animal communicator Doris Straka.  She's hosting seminars and offering one-on-one sessions.  "We just had ... (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 01:14:29 GMT)

Zhu Zhu Pet frenzy indication of toy shortages to come
Economists and retail analysts predict that shortages of popular items, like the Zhu Zhu pet, will be common because retailers have scaled back their inventories to match weak consumer demand. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 04:21:32 GMT)

Natural pet food store opens
CANDLER — Susan Gavel and Linda Gavel have opened MoonDoggies Natural Pet Foods at 1263 Smokey Park Highway. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:27:25 GMT)

Aviators lend wings to pet-rescue effort
Joe Ornato and Mimi Peberdy are taking dog rescues to new heights. The couple flew Wolfie in their light plane from Roxboro, N.C., to Chesterfield County Airport yesterday, where another pilot picked up the German shepherd mix and transported her to New Jersey on her way to her new home in Massachusetts. “The reason is to help a family get a really wonderful pet,“ Ornato said, “and keep an ... (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:07:17 GMT)

DogSpeak!: Holidays can be a topsy-turvy time for your pet
Holidays are a time for gathering of friends and family for a festive occasion. However, your pet may become confused by the activities. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:32:38 GMT)

New pet supply store to host grand opening on Sat.
Pet Club, a new pet store in Maricopa, is hosting a celebration tomorrow to mark the store’s opening. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:51:35 GMT)

Pet photos with Santa
Warwick Warwick Valley Humane Society will hold its “Pet Photos with Santa” fundraiser on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 5 and 6, at 48 Public Works Drive (off Kings Highway) in Warwick. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:22:09 GMT)

Pet Connection Seeks Assistance After Influx of Dogs, Cats
Pet Connection Programs, Inc., a maternity and special care shelter for dogs and cats located in Marilla, is in immediate need of supplies and cash donations to help cope with an overabundance of animals recently turned over to the nonprofit organization. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:39:50 GMT)

Noahâs Ark of Ledgewood joins pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:02:09 GMT)

Ft. Lee pet shop owner offers refuge for injured animals
FORT LEE — He's a pied piper, of sorts. When someone doesn't know where to bring an injured bird or cat, chances are they'll end up at Tom Piper's pet shop on Main Street. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 14:23:28 GMT)

New pet terrier saves owners' lives
A PET Jack Russell has saved a Deloraine woman and her 11-year-old son from a fire that destroyed their apartment early yesterday morning. The frightened but unhurt owner, Trish Greaves, then returned the favour after the pup became lost in the smoke. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 15:50:28 GMT)

Despite Opposition, Pet Crematorium Clears Hurdle
Despite opposition from some residents and shop owners, a pet  has moved a step closer to reality in Salt Lake City. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:36:31 GMT)

Boyle to snub luxury mansion because her pet cat hates 'being posh'!
London, Nov 22 : Scottish singing sensation Susan Boyle is snubbing luxury mansions and purchasing her shabby council house instead - because of her pet cat Pebbles. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:48:13 GMT)

Vigilante pet lovers stealing dogs
Vigilante animal lovers are stealing pet dogs out of Lower Mainland yards, leaving broken-hearted owners in their wake. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 18:43:02 GMT)

Vigilante pet lovers stealing dogs
Vigilante animal lovers are stealing pet dogs out of Lower Mainland yards, leaving broken-hearted owners in their wake. But the founder of a dog-rescue group denies that her organization steals dogs reported to be mistreated. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:38:33 GMT)

Vigilante pet lovers stealing dogs
V igilante animal lovers are stealing pet dogs out of Lower Mainland yards, leaving broken-hearted owners in their wake. (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 21:49:10 GMT)

PET OF THE DAY for Nov. 23
Laveda, a 6-month-old domestic short hair, is the featured pet of the day for the Humane Society of (Sun, 22 Nov 2009 22:40:27 GMT)

Elmira Pet of the Week
* Name: Winston. * Breed: Papillion. Age: 7 to 10 years old. * Notable: November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:53:16 GMT)

Gov’s Wife Launches Pet Project
Wife of the Enugu State Governor, Mrs. Clara Chime, yesterday formally launched her pet-project, Child and Mother Empowerment (CHIME) with the distribution of sewing machines and grinding machines worth several millions of naira to women drawn from the 17 local government areas of the state. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 01:02:12 GMT)

DogSpeak!: Holidays can be a topsy-turvy time for your pet
Holidays are a time for gathering of friends and family for a festive occasion. However, your pet may become confused by the activities. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:32:30 GMT)

Protesters, store disagree about pet care, breeding
A group that opposes commercial breeding of pets, as well as puppies living in pet stores, protested Saturday morning outside of Your New Puppy, a new pet store on Findlay's Flag City Drive. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 06:57:06 GMT)

Every dog has its day at annual pet festival
The annual Gulf Breeze Pet Fest drew scores of animal lovers and their pets to Gulf Breeze Elementary despite Sunday's cool, rainy weather. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:55:56 GMT)

Top dog is featured in pet calendar
By Dana Cole Herald/Review No descr SIERRA VISTA — Bailey, a two-time Pet Idol winner, is in the limelight again. Pet Idol is an annual event co-sponsored by the city of Sierra Vista and the Herald/Review on behalf of the local animal shelter, Nancy J. Brua Animal Care Center, 6799 E. Highway 90.  Bailey, a 2 1/2 year-old Shih Tzu owned by Gin Williamson-Cruz and Richard Cruz of Sierra Vista ... (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:05:30 GMT)

Pet photos with Santa
Warwick Warwick Valley Humane Society will hold its “Pet Photos with Santa” fundraiser on Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 5 and 6, at 48 Public Works Drive (off Kings Highway) in Warwick. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:27:14 GMT)

Pet Connection Seeks Assistance After Influx of Dogs, Cats
Pet Connection Programs, Inc., a maternity and special care shelter for dogs and cats located in Marilla, is in immediate need of supplies and cash donations to help cope with an overabundance of animals recently turned over to the nonprofit organization. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:39:40 GMT)

All American Pet Company Inc. Finalizes Non-Exclusive License Agreement for Four of Its Products
BEVERLY HILLS, CA--(Marketwire - November 23, 2009) - All American Pet CompanyT Inc. ( PINKSHEETS : AAPT ) makers of super premium dog food brands Grrr-nolaT Natural Dog Food, the Grrr-nolaT Natural Food Bar, and Bow Wow BreakfastT, announces a license agreement that expands the company's sales and marketing capacity. Lisa Bershan, President and senior sales executive of AAPT, stated, "This non ... (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:16:48 GMT)

Sammy's Pet for Adoption November 23, 2009
Sammy's Pet for Adoption November 23, 2009 (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:40:02 GMT)

Pet Ohana
Carmen has the beauty markings of three cats in one. This pet may already have been adopted, but many others animals are available. Call 356-2218 or visit the Hawaiian Humane Society. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:47:33 GMT)

Areaâs Noahâs Ark animal shelter joins pet adoption effort
The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:02:24 GMT)

Florida inspectors to conduct pet store sweep
TALLAHASSEE — Inspectors with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will be conducting a sweep of pet stores to make sure they... (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:00:00 GMT)

SC company that makes pet food flavoring to expand
Published: Monday, November 23, 2009 at 1:33 p.m. Last Modified: Monday, November 23, 2009 at 1:33 p.m. HODGES — A South Carolina company that makes flavoring for pet foods is expanding its Greenwood County headquarters, adding 50 jobs. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:35:19 GMT)

Capital City Mall offers pet photos with Santa
Shoppers have two chances this holiday season to get their dog or cat or other domesticated pet photographed with Santa Claus at Capital City Mall in Lower Allen Township. (Mon, 23 Nov 2009 22:12:24 GMT)

Rash of Pet Poisonings
Vienna, Ill. -- A series of animal poisonings is striking fear in a local community. Pet owners are afraid their animal could be next. "It's a very cruel, very inhumane thing for someone to do something like this,"said Tammy Bebout after watching her cats die. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:52:10 GMT)

Animals adored at Family Pet Expo
NOVI — Kim Desmet sat on the floor at Sunday’s Michigan Family Pet Expo at Novi’s Rock Financial Showplace lovingly stroking her 163-pound Mastiff dog, Max. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:01:06 GMT)

Pet Pampering: A Booming Business
Among the amenities offered at the pet hotel are guest rooms, with in-room dining, daily housekeeping and turn-down service on their very own beds. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:08:09 GMT)

Consider pet and your budget when deciding on food
Q: I have a miniature schnauzer, and he is coming off puppy food in December. As suggested by his veterinarian, he has always eaten Purina Pro Plan for puppies, which you could only find at a veterinarians office, Pet Smart, or a feed store. So I... (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:28:58 GMT)

Dear Abby | Animal lovers blast grandma who abandoned children’s pet
D EAR ABBY: I am writing in regard to the letter from “On the Fence in Nevada” (whose mother-in-law dumped her grandchildren’s cat on the side of the road). I work as an animal safety officer for the sheriff’s office, and I also volunteer for a local animal nonprofit. There has been an increase in pet dumping as the economy has worsened. While the information you offered was accurate, there are ... (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 01:43:17 GMT)

Noahâs Ark of Ledgewood joins pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:18:51 GMT)

Pet Tethering on Agenda Again at Huntington City Council
Pet tethering has been a major topic in the last year at many city council meetings throughout West Virginia, and it was back on the agenda Monday night in Huntington. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 04:28:06 GMT)

S.C. company that makes pet food flavoring to expand
HODGES, S.C. (AP) — A South Carolina company that makes flavoring for pet foods is expanding its Greenwood County headquarters, adding 50 jobs. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:05:36 GMT)

DogSpeak!: Holidays can be a topsy-turvy time for your pet
Holidays are a time for gathering of friends and family for a festive occasion. However, your pet may become confused by the activities. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:47:28 GMT)

Top 10 pet health tips for the holidays
(ARA) - Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year's Eve and Kwanzaa - no matter what you're celebrating, pet owners need to remember to keep their pets safe and healthy for the holidays. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:06:41 GMT)

Homes won't be built if people buried in pet cemetery: mayor
Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts says city council would not permit a developer to build homes on an old pet cemetery if it can be established that human remains are also buried there. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:25:59 GMT)

Pet food donations to help fill food banks
ORWIGSBURG - In some needy families, four-legged members feel the pinch just as much as their owners. Brunswick Veterinary Hospital, just outside Orwigsburg, is aiding families with pets by collecting pet food to help stock local food pantries. At the p (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:21:38 GMT)

AP poll shows jump in number of pet owners who plan to give their animals gifts for Christmas
LOS ANGELES - Dogs across the country can expect some bone-shaped presents under the Christmas tree this year. An Associated Press-Petside.com poll shows 52 percent of pet owners plan to buy their animals a holiday gift — up from 43 percent last year. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:09:29 GMT)

Pet monkey attacks baby at LaPorte home :Zoo official says they're cute, but too wild to tame.
LAPORTE -- A baby was injured Sunday evening when she was attacked by a pet monkey. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:20:57 GMT)

Hot-fill PET container sets new standards, says company
Liquid Container said its newly developed Thermaset PET line of stock and custom jars is the first to offer what it calls “ sustained hot-fill performance ” at 205° Fahrenheit – an attribute that makes it suitable for viscous food items such as sauces, jams, jellies and tomato-based products. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:37:18 GMT)

Noahâs Ark of Ledgewood joins pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:08:20 GMT)

Pet Monkey Attacks Baby In Northern Indiana
Police in northern Indiana say a pet monkey reached out and banged a 10-month-old girl's head against its cage several times. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:55:11 GMT)

FDA wants new rules for pet food and dyes
The FDA wants pet food manufacturers to list common color additives on animal food labels. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:22:51 GMT)

Pet fashion poll: Surfin' paws vs. Santa's helper
Vote for either Clyde or Buddy in Pet Tales first Holiday Fashion Throwdown. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 20:52:51 GMT)

Baby injured by pet monkey in LaPorte
LAPORTE — A ten-month-old baby is recovering from minor injuries after her mom says a pet monkey reached out from his cage and grabbed her daughter's head. (Tue, 24 Nov 2009 21:52:49 GMT)

Pet monkey in Indiana attacks infant
LA PORTE, Ind., Nov. 24 (UPI) -- A pet monkey in Indiana, one of the few states allowing monkeys to be kept as pets without a permit, attacked a 10-month-old baby, officials said. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:49:09 GMT)

Second Generation Pet Rock is USB-Powered, Still Does Nothing [USB]
Maybe I'm just not a good pet owner, but I never understood the original Pet Rock. Mine just sat there holding down papers on my desk and refused to eat. Looks like this USB-powered one doesn't do... (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:24:18 GMT)

Be Prepared For Pet Care-A-Van Spay, Neuter Service
EL PASO, Texas -- The Pet Care-A-Van continues its tour around the borderland offering free spay and neuter surgeries for pets. The city of El Paso Department of Public Health's Animal Services Division offers the service. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:31:05 GMT)

Holiday season's hottest toy -- the Zhu Zhu Pet
Mr. Squiggles and his friends are the perfect pet. These toy hamsters don't smell, die or wake you up in the middle of the night. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 03:54:03 GMT)

Noahâs Ark of Ledgewood joins pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:03:54 GMT)

Pet lovers save 800 cats from dinner table in N China's Tianjin
More than 800 cats, locked up in rows of iron cages in a store in northern China's Tianjin municipality, would have been transported to Guangzhou, Guangdong province, and slaughtered had it not been for about 30 residents who rallied for nearly 24 hours, negotiating with the trader and police, to free the animals Tuesday. Pet lovers and animal welfare volunteers started pouring into a ... (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 05:05:32 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Deuce the dachshund
Pet: Meet Deuce, a delightful 5-year-old, 16-pound dachshund who is looking for a loving family. Deuce is a quiet, gentle and loving little guy who enjoys going for walks. He's a bit shy at first, but in no time, you'll have a new best buddy. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:04:10 GMT)

Sacramento animal shelter offers free pet food for needy
The Sacramento city animal shelter has launched a program to provide free pet food and other supplies to needy cat and dog owners. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 06:11:59 GMT)

DogSpeak!: Holidays can be a topsy-turvy time for your pet
Holidays are a time for gathering of friends and family for a festive occasion. However, your pet may become confused by the activities. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:02:28 GMT)

No bones about it: Half of pet owners pop for gifts
Pets across the country can expect something under the Christmas tree this year. An Associated Press-Petside.com poll shows 52 percent of pet owners plan to buy their animals a holiday giftup from 43 percent last year. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:07:18 GMT)

Pet monkey bangs girl's head on cage
LaPorte -- Police in Northern Indiana say a pet monkey reached out and banged a 10-month-old girl's head against its cage several times. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:24:23 GMT)

Second Generation Pet Rock Is USB-Powered, Still Does Nothing
Maybe I’m just not a good pet owner, but I never understood the original Pet Rock. Mine just sat there holding down papers on my desk and refused to eat. Looks like this USB-powered one doesn’t do much either. (more…) (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:34:18 GMT)

Hungary pet food exports come close to HUF 45 billion
Although there is still much potential for growth on the domestic pet food market, pet food turnover is expected to expand at a more moderate rate in Hungary over the coming years than in other central and eastern European countries as a result of the economic crisis, according to a recent study from the Agricultural Economics Research Institute. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:10:00 GMT)

Pet Ohana
Chico is a most thoughtful terrier and a great listener. This pet may already have been adopted, but many others animals are available. Call 356-2218 or visit the Hawaiian Humane Society. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 11:34:25 GMT)

Noahâs Ark of Ledgewood joins pet adoption effort
ROXBURY TWP. – The Iams pet food company, for the second year, will host their pet adoption campaign to benefit homeless animals. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:07:02 GMT)

Contribute To LCACC Pet Pantry
For the fifth year, Loudoun County Animal Care and Control is hosting a Pet Pantry in conjunction with the Holiday Coalition to provide donated pet food and supplies to families in need during the holiday season. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 15:43:43 GMT)

7,000 Square Foot Indoor Pet Resort Opens Just in Time for the New York Winter Cold
Kane & Couture Hosts the Grand Opening of Kiki's Pet Spa and Boutique, One of the Largest Cageless Indoor Resorts for Dogs in New York City (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:04:33 GMT)

Nevada’s Mewdy Blue nominated for Pet Hall of Fame
For the past 12 years, the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association (IVMA) has been honoring pets from all over Iowa in a Pet Hall of Fame. Among the nominated pets for 2010 is Mewdy Blue, an award-winning show cat raised and cared for by Nevada resident Andrea Dorn. Mewdy has been nominated to the “Professional” category, which honors show and service animals. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:10:21 GMT)

Mobile Magazine » USB Pet Rock Just as Useless as Non-USB Version
Years and years ago, the public was treated to the invention of the pet rock. Even though it did absolutely nothing but sit there, the pet rock flew off the shelves and sold like there was no tomorrow. (Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:34:49 GMT)

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