Pet News Dec 2009

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US officials raid exotic pet trader, said to be run by NZer
US officials have raided an exotic pet trader, run by a New Zealander Jasen Shaw, after a tip-off the animals were starving and stashed in cramped containers (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 05:50:57 GMT)

Pet Scoop: Santa snaps, gift wrap for funds
Holiday preparations are in full swing, but that doesn't stop activities of local pet rescue groups.Pet photos with Santa will benefit Save1Pet and DeSoto Animal Rescue Society, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at PetSmart, 7941 Winchester. Cost: $9.95.Mid-South Greyhound Adoption Option will wrap gifts to raise funds from 3-8 p.m., Sunday at Borders, 6685 Poplar at Kirby. ADOPTIONSAll animals are spayed ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 06:00:00 GMT)

Metro District takes pet cleanup seriously
For more than 10 years, the Highlands Ranch Metro District has promoted good stewardship by providing dog waste bags in the parks, trails and open space areas in the community. The program has grown to 150 locations making it easier than ever for dog owners to pick up after their pet. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 06:51:22 GMT)

MONTGOMERY: New pet store has utopian vision
MONTGOMERY — When Michael Growney recently sold his Hillsborough and Montgomery-based pet sitting and dog training business, he looked around for another business opportunity. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:39:27 GMT)

Nestle launches lightweight PET bottle
Weighing an average of 9.3gms, the bottle contains 25 per cent less plastic than its predecessor and 60 per cent less plastic than the company's original, pre-Eco-Shape half-litre PET bottle, introduced in the mid-‘90s. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 12:39:50 GMT)

Arrest over theft of Bridlington family's pet rabbit
A MAN has been arrested in connection with the theft of Thumper the pet rabbit. (17/12/2009 14:00:00) (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:07:07 GMT)

Animal Shelters Promote Pet Adoptions
One of the world's largest pet adoption campaigns is teaming up with local animal shelters and a two time Academy Award winning actress this holiday season. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:47:58 GMT)

Red Cross to offer pet first aid course Saturday
The Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross is offering a Pet First Aid course Saturday.The session is $50 per person and the next course is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 19 from 9:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m. at the Murfreesboro Red Cross Office on 836 Commercial Court. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 17:45:24 GMT)

The Pet Corner
Adoptables from the Humboldt County Animal Shelter and Bones Pet Rescue By Jean Durbin Shelter Correspondent 1. MELANIE: Young and with a great temperament, she's an interesting mix of Catahoula Leopard Hound and Pit Bull Terrier. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:07:24 GMT)

For some owners, $10,000 worth it to find lost pet
Terri Zack has hired a search-and-rescue team and a pet psychic to find Violet, her German shepherd-mix. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:10:16 GMT)

Briefly: Aliso Viejo pet clinic slated Jan. 23
ALISO VIEJO With a new year on its way, it's time to start thinking about your pet's welfare in 2010.Mark your calendar for the city's low-cost Pet & Vet Clinic on Saturday, Jan. 23 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at 24671 Via Iglesia. Dog vaccines include the... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:53:43 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Zeus
Meet Zeus our Pet of the Week. "Zeus has been a Lake Tahoe fixture for years. Many locals know him or at least have seen him around town, on hikes, mountain bike paths, beaches or ski resorts. Zeus's father is Arctic wolf, his mother Alaskan malamute and he weighs in at 140 pounds. He is really a big teddy bear and gets along with everyone." Community Submitted Photo If you have a pet you would ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:14:41 GMT)

Despite recession, pet portraits in demand
By Wayne Faulkner, Wayne.Faulkner@StarNewsOnline.com Even amidst a deep recession, pet owners apparently have not cut back on picturing their pets for Christmas, with family, or even as a remembrance. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:32:38 GMT)

Local Shelter In Need Of Pet Food
The Cascades Humane Society in Jackson is hoping to collect 9,000 pounds of food during its Holiday Pet Food Drive this year. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:59:03 GMT)

Crematorium approved for Mahwah pet cemetery
Mahwah — The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved an expansion of a nonconforming use so Snow Mountain Pet Cemetery, 30 Snow Mountain Ave., can install a pet crematorium machine in a two-car garage attached to the caretaker’s home at their Dec. 16 regular session. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:08:49 GMT)

WebVet and Positioning Animals Worldwide Partner in Pet Protection Initiative
With pet owners busier and more distracted during the holiday season, WebVet® ( www.webvet.com ), the premier online health resource for pet owners, and Positioning Animals Worldwide, Inc. (PAW), proud maker of SpotLight GPS Pet Locator ( www.SpotLightGPS.com ), announced today their partnership to educate pet owners about the many resources ... (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 21:39:51 GMT)

Hip Green Pet
If you are taking steps to Go Green. Don't forget about your pets! A local woman has started up a website that has green pet products. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:50:47 GMT)

Dixon Pet Store Raided, Puppies Confiscated
A Dixon pet store has been closed, dozens of puppies confiscated, and two people arrested, after the store allegedly sold sick dogs. (Thu, 17 Dec 2009 23:52:23 GMT)

Pet Adoption Is the Best Option
On behalf of the Pet Responsibility Committee and the participating animal groups, I would like to thank The Pilot for the opportunity to showcase animals in The Pet of the Week every Wednesday. This year, we have seen an increase in animals surrendered to the various groups, and thanks to The Pilot, we have had another outlet to spotlight animals who need to be adopted and became treasured four ... (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:18:28 GMT)

Dixon Pet Store Accused of Animal Cruelty
Two Dixon pet store employees were arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty and illegally running an online lottery to win a puppy. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 00:31:31 GMT)

Pet food giveaway planned in Reading
The Humane Society of Berks County will host a special holiday pet food distribution on Christmas Eve at its Lindy Scholar Center, 1801 N. 11th St. Surplus cat and dog food will be given away to those in need from 9 a.m. to noon or until the food is gone. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 05:17:41 GMT)

Laws on pet attacks urged
A legal practitioner has called on authorities to improve the country's laws on pet attacks, saying that in most cases owners bear no criminal liability even if their animals cause someone's death. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 09:06:50 GMT)

A new pet for Christmas
Every year many families decide to get a pet for Christmas. So today let's talk about the pros and cons of bringing a pet home for the holidays in this edition of Pet Pointers. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:10:45 GMT)

Pet Ohana
Chuchay is all about meow. He's a talker who is looking for a good listener. This pet may already have been adopted, but many others animals are available. Call 356-2218 or visit the Hawaiian Humane Society. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:44:25 GMT)

The Pet Store offers variety
CEDAR CITY- Offering a variety of animals and pet supplies, Cedar City's newest pet store is now open in the shopping center near Staples. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 11:57:52 GMT)

Companion Animal Protection Society Plans Peaceful Holiday Protest of Pet Fashion Boutique on Upper West Side
Pet Shop Chain Has Four Locations in or Near NYC (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:10:55 GMT)

PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA TO BE SHOT SATURDAY
Watt Street Feed and Supply, 331 S. Watt St., will conduct a pet picture day from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:56:07 GMT)

Veterinarian gives tips for how to be a good guest when bringing a pet
MANHATTAN – When you visit your family and friends during the holidays, don’t assume it’s OK to have your pet in tow. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 12:57:15 GMT)

Travel gear: Pet Carrier makes taking dog, cat easier
Folks who enjoy traveling with their pet by car or air might want to check out the Teafco Argo Petascope Pet Carrier. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:09:48 GMT)

Miley Cyrus calls new pet dog 'Mate', her pet name for 'beau' Liam Hemsworth!
Washington, Dec 18 : Hannah Montana star Miley Cyrus is said to have named her new pet dog 'Mate', a name she is said to also affectionately call her boyfriend Liam Hemsworth by. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:18:38 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Rocky
Rocky the Boston terrier is this week's Pet of the Week. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 13:21:39 GMT)

Minneapolis firefighters to receive donated pet oxygen masks
The Minneapolis Fire Department will have more equipment to save pets from house fires when it receives 19 new pet oxygen masks during an event Friday. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 14:27:14 GMT)

Theaters will collect pet food for shelter
MANITOWOC The Strand Theatre, 315 N. Eighth St., and Family Cinema, 3651 Dewey St., are collecting pet food for the Lakeshore Humane Society, according to a news release from Kathy Beer, LHS board member. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:15:53 GMT)

Puppies are abandoned at a Williston pet store
An employee at a local pet store is urging area residents to take appropriate measures in safely dealing with unwanted pets after discovering someone who clearly didn't this weekend. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 16:17:18 GMT)

Pet of the Week: Louie Luau
Louie Luau of Boxford is this week's Pet of the Week in the Tri-Town Transcript (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:56:03 GMT)

NY Woman In Pet Torture Case Held On $100K Bail
NY woman accused of pet torture held on $100K bail (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 20:23:49 GMT)

Police sniff out alleged pet thief
One Maury County woman has been reunited with her English bulldog while another is charged with allegedly stealing the pet. Kimberly Wray said she had just let her 3-month-old English bulldog named Clay outside her residence to go to bathroom Saturday. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 21:09:14 GMT)

No Pet Hamster Yet? Some Zhu-Zhu Options
I'm not quite sure why I feel the need to track the Zhu Zhu Pet fad, but I do. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 21:14:50 GMT)

Animal Defense League offers pet toys with holiday adoptions
The holiday pet adoption gift includes a variety of items from chew toys, play toys, and treats all stuffed into a wonderful holiday package. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 21:23:29 GMT)

Slow load times are British shoppers’ top shopping pet peeve, says survey
More than 32% of British shoppers cite slow load pages as their biggest online shopping pet peeve, according to a new survey conducted by Brocade Communications Systems Inc. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 21:30:07 GMT)

Donations may help pet pantry reopen
Bark and Purr Pet Pantry owner Barb Meskimen said her charity might be able to reopen if it receives enough donations, a scenario that may become a reality thanks to a local assisted living facility and others in the community. (Fri, 18 Dec 2009 23:30:11 GMT)

Pekin Pet Pantry Closes for the Season
Pekin-- A Pekin woman is forced to close the city's pet food pantry after being diagnosed with three forms of breast cancer. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 00:00:40 GMT)

Complaints Pour In After Dixon Pet Store Raided
Today, there is more fallout from Thursday's raid of a Dixon pet store. The owners are now in jail, and accused of selling sick puppies and running an online dog lottery. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:00:14 GMT)

Calif. pet shop owners arrested, puppies seized
SOLANO COUNTY, Calif. -- A couple was arrested Thursday on charges of animal abuse as authorities shut down their pet shop and seized more than 80 pure bred puppies that may be sick. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:47:50 GMT)

Solano County pet shop owners arrested, puppies seized
SOLANO COUNTY — A Dixon couple was arrested Thursday on charges of animal abuse as authorities shut down their pet shop and seized more than 80 pure bred puppies that may be sick. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 04:43:43 GMT)

PET OF THE WEEK – Sanders
This week’s PAWS Pet of the Week is Sanders, an orange tabby kitty, just under a year old. He has been neutered, had his shots, been wormed and FIV tested negative. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 05:57:33 GMT)

PET OF THE WEEK – Annabell Lee
This week’s Coins 4 Critters pet of the week is Annabell Lee. Annabell Lee is sweet, quiet and shy. She does well with kids, dogs and other cats. She is litter box trained, has been spayed and wormed. She is approximately 5 months old. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 05:57:44 GMT)

The River Pet Adoption
The Riverside County Department of Animal Services will hold a pet adoption at the River in Rancho Mirage on Friday and Saturday (10 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days) for pet adoptions (mostly dogs). (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 06:01:59 GMT)

Look to Tom for pet's perfect present
A NORTH Northumberland business has found a niche market supplying some of the quirkiest pet toys and accessories imaginable. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 09:11:06 GMT)

PET OF THE WEEK Snuggle up with Dewey
Howdy! Welcome to our main cat room, I'm Dewey, the black cat with the white spot above his eye. You won't be able to miss me. I never hide, too afraid that I might miss on my big "Hasta La Vista Save-A-Pet day" - I just can't wait for that very special moment where I finally find my own family. My motto is one cat per lap...If someone sits down, I am immediately taking possession of it and will ... (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 10:43:07 GMT)

Roxbury Townshipâs Noahâs Ark 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. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 14:11:00 GMT)

Letter to the Editor: Pet photos with Santa, thanks and apologies
Dear Editor: We want to thank everyone who came out to Tractor Supply Company in Lehighton on Saturday to help make Pet Photos with Santa a wonderful success. This will greatly benefit Amazing Grace Spay Neuter Program and Pocono Greyhound Adoption. On Sunday morning as we were getting ready Mrs. Claus slipped on the ice and we spent the afternoon and evening in the hospital emergency room. read ... (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 14:20:22 GMT)

Reminder: Pet pictures and doggie wash
Western Illinois Animal Rescue pet pictures with Santa by Shyvel will be Saturday, Dec. 19 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Monmouth Bowling Alley. A doggie wash will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Small Animal Hospital. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 14:20:47 GMT)

Pet Of The Week: Sadie
Meet Sadie, the Pet of the Week. She'll make a great addition to your family especially in time for Christmas. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 14:21:22 GMT)

83 pet shop puppies swamp SPCA facility
A disaster of sorts has hit employees at the Solano County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) since some 83 puppies were rescued Thursday from a Dixon pet shop. The high-end puppies, believed to be around 6 weeks old, were taken from California Pets (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:37:28 GMT)

Red Cross offers pet first aid class
The Hawkeye Chapter of the American Red Cross in Waterloo is offering a Pet First Aid class for cats and dogs. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 18:51:36 GMT)

Adopt a pet
Pet adoptions for this week. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 20:54:17 GMT)

Pet food donated to SPCA
Area residents donated 2,713 pounds of pet food during the local The Hungry Bowl Pet Food Drive. Kyla Culbert, owner of Bark Avenue Pet Taxi and Sitter Service, organized the event and established drop-off spots around Enid for people to donate pet food during the Christmas season. (Sat, 19 Dec 2009 23:50:20 GMT)

Pet Island opens in Martinsville
MARTINSVILLE When the flood hit Martinsville and surrounding areas in June 2008, it took the city’s lone pet shop, Pets 4 You, with it. The business owners did some clean-up ... (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 05:16:16 GMT)

Dixon pet shop owners arrested for alleged cruelty
Associated Press - December 20, 2009 1:04 AM ET DIXON, Calif. (AP) - More than 80 puppies have been taken from a Solano County pet shop whose owners have been arrested on suspicion of animal... (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 06:05:55 GMT)

Dixon pet shop owners arrested for alleged cruelty
More than 80 puppies have been taken from a Solano County pet shop whose owners have been arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 06:32:36 GMT)

Pet Calendar
, Lowcountry pet information, stories and classified ads from The Post and Courier, Charleston, SC (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 06:56:44 GMT)

Pet Briefs
P&C pet calendar has arrived (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 06:57:25 GMT)

CANIDAE Pet Foods Holds Charity Raffle at 2009 Michigan Pet Expo to Benefit MSU College of Veterinary Medicine
By donating grand prize and selling tickets, CANIDAE All Natural Pet Foods continues its tradition of raising funds to promote companion animal cancer research. (PRWeb Dec 20, 2009) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/12/prweb3366574.htm (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 08:12:29 GMT)

Dad's search for missing pet
ALL Jana Henricks wants for Christmas is to find her miniature pony. But that is no easy task — the much-loved pet has been missing for more than two years (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 16:14:46 GMT)

Dixon Pet Shop Owners Arrested For Alleged Cruelty
More than 80 puppies have been taken from a Solano County pet shop whose owners have been arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty. Authorities say Christopher Ellis and his wife, Leeanna Kamp, owners of California Pets & Supply in Dixon, were arrested Thursday after numerous customers complained that dogs they purchased from the pair had contagious diseases and died. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 18:02:08 GMT)

Humane Society of Berks County to distribute free pet food
READING — The Humane Society of Berks County, the leader in animal welfare, will be assisting those who are having trouble feeding their pets this holiday season by distributing pet food at 9 a.m. Tuesday at the Pottstown Cluster Outreach Center, 137 Walnut St. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:34:21 GMT)

Holiday donations needed for SPCA pet food bank
The SPCA for Monterey County is asking for holiday donations for its pet food bank. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 21:34:51 GMT)

Neighborhood news: Pet Adoption Tree in fifth year
For the fifth year in a row, the Prince William SPCA is sponsoring its Pet Adoption Tree Program. (Sun, 20 Dec 2009 23:05:38 GMT)

Table-games bill would fund pet causes
Libraries in Pittsburgh. A lower Bucks County hospital. A new medical school in Scranton. Those pet projects and others stand to hit the jackpot if table games are legalized at Pennsylvania casinos. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:02:00 GMT)

SPCA Pet Food Bank in Monterey seeks donations
The SPCA for Monterey County is asking for holiday donations for its pet food bank, which helps families feed their pets instead of having to give them up. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:11:19 GMT)

This vet comes to your pet
Mobile veterinary hospital brings pet care to homes (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 05:00:00 GMT)

Pet photos with Santa benefit local animal groups
FRANKFORD — As part of the Animal Hospital of Sussex County’s annual Christmas fund-raiser on Sunday, pet lovers from throughout the county donated money to a good cause and got some cute photos in exchange. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 05:20:18 GMT)

Keep your pet healthy
When taking your pet to an Army veterinary clinic after Jan. 1, you may notice that the more routine veterinary services like basic de-worming, micro-chipping, fecal floatation and vaccinations will now be grouped into Wellness Packages. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 08:34:49 GMT)

Claus meets claws at pet store's holiday photo shoot
SALEM and mdash; If you think it's hard to get a toddler to sit on Santa's lap and look at the camera, try getting an excitable dog to pose in a pet store rife with distractions. That is the job of a volunteer Santa Claus and crew at the PetSmart in Salem during the first three weekends in December. This month, pet owners brought in everything from Saint Bernards, to Bearded Dragon lizards, to a ... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:08:13 GMT)

Pet Ohana
Despite his serious eyes, Conan is one goofy dog who is always for mischief. This pet may already have been adopted, but many others animals are available. Call 356-2218 or visit the Hawaiian Humane Society. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:34:05 GMT)

Mobile pet clinic dates
THE RSPCA’s mobile clinic will visit Limeside to give local pet owners the chance to get their animals checked over. The clinic will be at Oldham Borough Football Club in White Bank Road on January 6, from 8.30am-1.30pm. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 11:46:20 GMT)

Food Packaging Bowls are made from food-grade recycled PET.
Fresh 'n Clear(TM) bowls are offered in sizes ranging from 8-64 oz, including 32 oz shallow bowl. Providing horizontal storage, products are manufactured with EcoStar(TM) food-grade recycled PET containing minimum of 35% recycled content. Tight-fitting and leak-resistant lid styles include flat lid with embossed design, flat lid that accommodates self-adhesive labels, and dome style lid which ... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:36:27 GMT)

PET UV Additive offers UVA protection with non-yellowing clarity.
CrystalClear PET UV additive masterbatch permits bottle molders and sheet processers to produce clear, non-yellowed packages with UV protection to preserve product integrity, color, flavor, and nutrition. Offering protection up to 380 nm, it is recommended with LDR of 0.5-1% for use in standard bottle applications. Product is FDA-approved and will not contribute to plate-out issues during ... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:37:27 GMT)

Dixon Pet Store Owners Due In Court Monday
The owners of a Solano County pet shop are due in court today on charges of animal cruelty. Officers arrested Christopher John Derek Ellis and Leeanna Rachelle Kamp last week on charges of animal cruelty and the illegal operation of online lotteries, according to The Solano County District Attorney's Office. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:22:03 GMT)

Reporter's request: Taking pet on plane?
Are you planning to take a pet on an airplane this holiday -- or did you choose to board your pet instead after learning the cost? We'd like to talk to you for a story on the rising cost of bringing pets on planes. Please contact reporter Marla Matzer Rose at mrose@dispatch.com. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 16:53:05 GMT)

Pet photos return to Sandburg Mall
Due to overwhelming popularity, Sandburg Mall is again offering individuals an opportunity to have their pet’s photograph taken with Santa Claus. The event will be from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday. Appointments must be made by calling 344-1331 or visiting the Customer Service Desk in Bergner’s Court. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 17:08:56 GMT)

Ex-boyfriend set pet pig alight
A man who poured petrol over his ex-girlfriend's pet pig and car then set light to them is jailed for four years. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:17:31 GMT)

Pet of the Week
This week's Pet of the Week. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:28:14 GMT)

Pet Alerts Family Of House Fire
A family pet alerted a Clarksville family about a fire inside their house early Monday morning. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 18:53:06 GMT)

Pet supply dealer fined for dog pesticides
A Southwest Missouri pet supply dealer will pay $56,632 in civil fines to settle allegations that it repackaged and falsely labeled an insecticide meant for cattle and hogs as a flea and tick treatment for dogs. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:10:36 GMT)

EPA: Southwest Missouri pet supply dealer to pay $57,000 settlement for selling insecticide as flea treatment
The Environmental Protection Agency announced today that a McDonald County pet supply dealer has agreed to pay $56,632 to settle allegations it violated federal law by repackaging insecticide meant for use on cattle and hogs and selling it as a flea... (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:29:13 GMT)

Pet Shop Owners Face Animal Cruelty Charges
Two Dixon pet shop owners are scheduled to be arraigned Monday in Solano County Superior Court after authorities rescued 100 toy-breed puppies that were suffering from various diseases. KCBS' Dave Padilla reports (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:51:04 GMT)

Pass on a Pet Present: Get a Gift Certificate
Getting a new pet for a holiday gift may seem like a good idea, but the Humane Society says it may not be the best. Little Traverse Bay Humane Society in Harbor Springs says adopting a pet is a big decision. (Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:53:15 GMT)

Dixon Pet Store Owners Charged with Animal Cruelty
The owners of a Dixon pet shop that was raided last week after complaints the puppies they sold were sick were formally charged in a Fairfield courtroom Monday. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 01:01:21 GMT)

Judge Refuses Dixon Pet Store Owners' Bail Money
SACRAMENTO, CA - The owners of a Dixon pet store accused of animal cruelty faced a judge on Monday. They claim they did nothing wrong, even though some people have complained that the puppies they were selling were sick. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 01:01:31 GMT)

Stolen pet vaccinations worthless, group warns
YAKIMA, Wash. -- About 75 pet vaccinations may be circulating in the community as a result of a break-in at the Yakima Valley Pet Rescue office over the weekend. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:03:08 GMT)

Pet supply dealer agrees to pay fine
The Environmental Protection Agency announced Monday that a McDonald County pet supply dealer agreed to pay $56,632 to settle allegations it violated federal law by repackaging insecticide meant for cattle and hogs and selling it as flea and tick... (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 09:01:26 GMT)

Artenius wins major Spanish PET dairy preform contract
Spanish PET group La Seda de Barcelona has reached a 10-year preform supply agreement with Grupo Leche Pascual, based at Tres Casas in Spain. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:09:24 GMT)

Prestwick House to Expand Through Purchase of Fellow Educational Publisher, Teacher’s Pet Publications
This week, Prestwick House will sign an agreement to purchase fellow educational publisher, Teacher’s Pet Publications. As a result of this acquisition, in the coming months, educators will be able to purchase the full line of Teacher’s Pet products directly from Prestwick House catalogues and website. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:00:00 GMT)

Checklist before bringing home a new pet
Having a new pet can be exciting, but before diving into that decision make sure you consider all that comes into play when taking on a new family member. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 14:12:24 GMT)

Pet House closed only months after grand reopening
TUPPER LAKE - Only a month or two after the Pet House, Tupper Lake's no-kill cat shelter, held a grand reopening in September with a new board of directors and a new feed and seed store within its facility, the organization shut down. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:09:08 GMT)

How to pet a skunk? Petting zoo owner will show you how to do it
How to pet a skunk? Petting zoo owner will show you how to do it (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:17:02 GMT)

Paris Hilton, Doug Reinhardt share bed with pet pig
Paris Hilton and her boyfriend Doug Reinhardt share their bed with her pet miniature pig Princess Pigelette who is a ''little sweetheart''. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 15:26:03 GMT)

Island pet owners encouraged to microchip dogs and cats
Those pet owners who have not had their dogs and cats microchipped will pay more in license fees next year. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 16:28:54 GMT)

Puppy love? What you need to know before committing...to a pet
Debbye Turner Bell answers your questions about pets and the holidays including what to consider before buying a puppy, breeds to consider and house training. Watch CBS News Videos Online (CBS) In our "Ask It Early" series, "Early Show resident veterinarian Dr. Debbye Turner Bell answered viewers' pet questions. Question from Cliff' "I have a 5-year old daughter who really wants a dog. I'd ... (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 18:55:28 GMT)

ALLENTOWN: Pet license fees to rise
ALLENTOWN The Borough Council has unanimously approved fee hikes for pet licenses and ordinances that will change how the borough sends out late notices for water and sewer bills. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:41:08 GMT)

Franchise Development Breaking News | Mobile Pet Grooming Business Expands Franchise Opportunities to Include Canada
Vancouver , BC . – With North American pet owners spending an estimated $50 billion on pets this year alone, Aussie Pet Mobile, the world’s largest mobile pet grooming service, has announced expansion into Canada . (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:52:10 GMT)

A year of amazing pet rescues
It's the season for miracles, and these are some of more than 200 holiday happy endings submitted to pet reporter Sharon L. Peters. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 21:17:58 GMT)

Proposed Bill Calls For Tax Break For Pet Owners
A proposed bill, called the HAPPY Act, could make pet lovers ecstatic. The bill calls for a $3,500 tax break to help pet lovers cover the cost of caring for their furry friends. CBS 2's Dorothy Tucker takes a look at a bill that promises to bring happiness to some and anxiety to others. (Tue, 22 Dec 2009 23:16:26 GMT)

Urban Beast pet shop liquidating in South Lake Union
Urban Beast tried carrying lower-cost pet foods, but still joined the growing list of retailers succumbing to the recession before the holidays are over. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 00:10:55 GMT)

Dixon pet shop owners plead not guilty
Associated Press - December 22, 2009 8:04 PM ET DIXON, Calif. (AP) - The owners of a Solano County pet shop where numerous high-priced puppies were confiscated last week have pleaded not guilty... (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 01:20:49 GMT)

Dixon pet shop owners plead not guilty
The owners of a Solano County pet shop where numerous high-priced puppies were confiscated last week have pleaded not guilty to animal cruelty and other charges. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 01:33:28 GMT)

Appeals court rules against pet owner
A pet may be man's best friend. But that doesn't entitle the owner to sue for emotional distress or loss of companionship as part of a claim against a veterinarian for malpractice, the Arizona Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 01:44:58 GMT)

State appeals court rules against pet owners
PHOENIX — A pet may be man's best friend. But that doesn't entitle the owner to sue for emotional distress or loss of consortium as part of a claim against a veterinarian for malpractice, the Arizona Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 03:29:33 GMT)

Jackson officials urge pet owners not to leave their furry friends out in the cold
Note to pet owners: If you are freezing after standing outside in 20-degree weather for five minutes, your pet probably is freezing, too.Dogs and cats — especially small and short-haired ones — are vulnerable to the wintry weather and susceptible... (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 04:41:40 GMT)

Pet shop owners plead not guilty to list of charges
A Dixon couple arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty last week after more than 90 high-priced, purebred puppies were confiscated from their pet shop and home have pleaded not guilty to charges including animal cruelty, grand theft, conspiracy to commit grand theft and (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 09:22:19 GMT)

Dixon pet shop owners enter plea
A Dixon couple arrested on suspicion of animal cruelty last week after more than 90 high-priced, purebred puppies were confiscated from their pet shop and home pleaded not guilty Monday in Solano County Superior Court. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:40:36 GMT)

Pet travel
Pet travel At right are airline fees charged by carriers that fly at Port Columbus for traveling with a pet. Charges are each way, so the amount would be double for a round trip. Some airlines charge less for a pet to fly in the cabin than in cargo, while others allow only the choice of cabin (must be a small breed) or cargo travel for pets. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:09:31 GMT)

It’s a duck’s life now our pet’s back home
A COUPLE have been reunited with their missing pet duck five days after it disappeared from their home in Whitehaven. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:39:38 GMT)

Pet Ohana
Caramel-colored Corky with his hound dog nose is ready to sniff out a good companion. This pet may already have been adopted, but many others animals are available. Call 356-2218 or visit the Hawaiian Humane Society. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 11:49:14 GMT)

Pet Pointers: Holiday saftey tips for pets
The holiday season is a time to feast and be with family. It's also important to be mindful of hazards to our pets this time of year. Today I have a few safety tips to keep in mind in this edition of Pet Pointers. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 12:41:59 GMT)

Pet treat recipes as seen on Wake Up Wisconsin's PET PAUSE
If you're interested in making a special holiday treat just for your pet, you're in luck. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:05:22 GMT)

Chihuahua Thieves Strike Delco Pet Store
The search is on for whoever stole a rather valuable dog from a Delaware County pet store. It’s the third dog in about a year to be plucked from We Love Pets on Baltimore Pike in Springfield. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:27:34 GMT)

Pet Of The Week: Japanese Chin
Today's Pet of the Week is a male Japanese Chin named "Dandy". (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:01:35 GMT)

You can adopt a pet, under the right circumstances
As long as Fluffy or Fido will remain in your home, the SPCA says you can give a pet as a Christmas present. "We don't do Christmas gifts if you were to come in and adopt for a niece or nephew," said Gina Henry SPCA shelter supervisor.[...] (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:30:23 GMT)

Time to get pet licenses
SIOUX CITY -- SiouxCity pet owners are reminded the deadline to renew their petlicenses is Dec. 31. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 20:50:20 GMT)

2010 Pet Idol Calendar available
The Benton Evening News 2010 Pet Idol Calendar has arrived! The calendar features winners — as photographed by Cathy Biggs of Cathy’s Studio in Benton — from the recent contest benefiting the Newspapers In Education program. Calendars are $3 each. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:19:31 GMT)

Bring Home a Foster Pet This Holiday!
The Jefferson County Humane Society is hoping folks will foster a pet for a few days over the holidays. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:32:13 GMT)

Sister Pauline visits pet program she created
Sister Pauline finds “Paw Print Press,” the Prison Pet Partnership Program newsletter, a delight as Executive Director Beth Rivard, left, explains the origins and circulation policies for the publication. (Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:50:10 GMT)

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