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Dead rodents and fish discovered in vacant Scotts Valley pet shop
Dead rodents and fish were found at Round Up Pet Center in Scotts Valley more than a month after the business shut its doors. Round Up Pet Center was located on King's Village Shopping Center on Mount Hermon Road before going out of business in late February. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:26:24 GMT)

Enter Your Pet in SPOT's Pet Photo Contest
Is your pet a star? SPOT is looking for 100 cats and dogs for their 5th annual calendar! All photos entered will be posted on the SPOT website. The top 24 cats and dogs will win prizes and be highlighted as a calendar star of the month. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:29:35 GMT)

Plant, pet therapy can help nursing home residents
Those in nursing homes often miss animals that played an important role in their lives. Pet therapy helps nursing home residents connect with their past. Dogs, which can either live in a nursing home or visit, are the most common pet used for therapy. However some older people are afraid of dogs. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:34:42 -0700)

Save-a-Pet shelter seeks cash donations, pet food
Save-a-Pet is soliciting cash donations to help pay for the shelter's operating expenses, which includes veterinarians who perform low-cost emergency surgeries. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:37:55 -0700)

Sammy's Pet for Adoption April 1, 2010
Sammy's Pet for Adoption April 1, 2010 (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:55:02 -0700)

Family Fight: South Euclid Brothers Spar Over Family Pet, Standoff Ensues
NEW DETAILS: SOUTH EUCLID, OH (WOIO) - An argument over a family pet leads to a tense standoff in South Euclid early Thursday morning. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 03:33:16 -0700)

Vendors have until March 31 to reserve space at 2010 pet fair
Vendors have until March 31 to reserve space at the second-annual 2010 Sherwood pet fair and fundraiser slated for May 1 at the Sherwood city municipal complex, 2199 E. Kiehl Ave. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 03:59:48 -0700)

PET OF THE DAY
Callie, a 4-year-old female domestic shorthair mix, is the featured pet of the day for the Humane So (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 04:10:12 GMT)

PCT Promotes Pet Retailer QA Scheme
The Pet Care Trust, (PCT) has launched a new drive to promote its Pet Retailer QA Scheme.. Thursday 01 April 2010 (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 04:33:31 -0700)

Pricey dog reported stolen from Sand Island pet store
A Sand Island pet retailer reported Wednesday that a person stole a Tibetan Spaniel valued at $1,699 from its store. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 05:07:57 -0700)

Child found wandering alone after escaping through pet door, police say
URBANA - A 2-year-old child was found wandering alone in Urbana Wednesday, March 31, apparently after escaping through a pet door while her father slept. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 06:29:43 -0700)

Matters of the heart: FDG PET may hold answers for patients with heart failure
( Society of Nuclear Medicine ) For a patient with heart failure, checking whether the heart could benefit from bypass surgery or a stent is critical to ensuring survival. One imaging technique, positron emission tomography (PET) with the imaging agent fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG), may provide doctors with the information they need to make more informed treatment decisions, according to research ... (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 07:32:59 -0700)

Small animals left at shuttered Calif pet store
Santa Cruz County animal officials are investigating the discovery of small pets found dead after being abandoned in a pet store that recently closed down. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 08:07:26 -0700)

Small animals left at shuttered California pet store
SCOTTS VALLEY, Calif. (AP) Santa Cruz County animal officials are investigating the discovery of small pets found dead after being abandoned in a pet store that recently closed down. Officials say maintenance workers cleaning out the Round-Up Pet Supply store Wednesday found a number of dead fish, snails, crabs and rodents in tanks and cages. The store had shut down in February after operating ... (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 08:32:52 -0700)

Scotts Valley: Animals left to die in abandoned pet store
SCOTTS VALLEY Maintenance workers cleaning out a shuttered pet store Wednesday discovered dead fish and rodents in a Dumpster and abandoned, live sea creatures in dirty tanks, prompting an investigation by Santa Cruz County Animal Services officers. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 08:47:10 -0700)

Matters of the heart: FDG PET may hold answers for patients with heart failure
For a patient with heart failure, checking whether the heart could benefit from bypass surgery or a stent is critical to ensuring survival. One imaging technique, positron emission tomography (PET) with the imaging agent fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG), may provide doctors with the information they need to make more informed treatment decisions, according to research published in the April issue of The ... (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 09:22:28 -0700)

Vendors have until March 31 to reserve space at 2010 pet fair
Vendors have until March 31 to reserve space at the second-annual 2010 Sherwood pet fair and fundraiser slated for May 1 at the Sherwood city municipal complex, 2199 E. Kiehl Ave. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 09:59:48 -0700)

Abandoned animals and fish -- some dead -- found in closed Scotts Valley pet store
SCOTTS VALLEY -- Maintenance workers cleaning a shuttered pet store Wednesday discovered dead fish and pet rodents in a trash bin and abandoned live sea creatures in dirty tanks, prompting an investigation by county Animal Services officers. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 13:37:32 -0700)

Dead Animals Found In Abandoned Scotts Valley Pet Store
SCOTTS VALLEY -- Santa Cruz County Animal Services was investigating a possible case of neglect Thursday where a number of small animals were found dead inside a shuttered pet store. (Thu, 01 Apr 2010 13:37:38 -0700)

Pet Poodle In NYC Suburb Killed By Coyote
Police say a coyote has killed a pet poodle on the grounds of a retirement home in the New York City suburbs. Rye police Commissioner William Connors said Friday that the poodle was tied up but left alone in a yard Wednesday night by an elderly resident at The Osborn retirement community. (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 12:09:25 -0700)

Warning for pet owners about buying dog drugs online
A Thomaston veterinarian is warning people to be cautious of buying pet meds online . (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 12:49:45 -0700)

Pet poodle in NYC suburb killed by coyote
RYE, N.Y. -- Police say a coyote has killed a pet poodle on the grounds of a retirement home in the New York City suburbs. Rye police Commissioner William Connors said Friday that the poodle was tied up but left alone in a yard Wednesday night by an elderly... (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 13:48:10 -0700)

Friday's Fur Ball benefits pet adoption center
The 2010 Fur Ball charity dinner benefiting the Dorothy H. O'Connor Pet Adoption Center is Friday at the Leo J. Welder Center for Performing Arts. (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 17:09:23 -0700)

More dead animals found at shuttered Scotts Valley pet store
SCOTTS VALLEY A cleaning crew found more dead rodents Friday inside a closed Mount Hermon Road pet store that is already the focus of a county Animal Services Authority probe. (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 18:05:27 -0700)

Pet snake on the loose
The pet boa is 8 feet long. (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 19:19:29 -0700)

ROD STEWART GIVES PET SHOP OWNER UNDER HOUSE ARREST A BIG BOOST
ROD STEWART has come to the aid of a British pet shop owner under house arrest for selling a goldfish to a minor. (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 19:59:05 -0700)

Six-Foot Pet Boa Constrictor Missing in Olathe
Olathe police are warning residents to be on the look-out for a missing 6-foot pet boa constrictor. This type of snake can crawl into very small spaces and can pose... (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 20:18:24 -0700)

PET OF THE DAY 0317
Mitsy, a 4-year-old female cocker spaniel, is the featured pet of the day for the Humane Society of (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 20:48:39 -0700)

Puppy stolen from pet store found
A pricey puppy stolen from a Sand Island pet store has been found... (Fri, 02 Apr 2010 21:13:03 -0700)

More dead animals found at shuttered Scotts Valley pet store
SCOTTS VALLEY -- A cleaning crew found more dead rodents Friday inside a closed Mount Hermon Road pet store that is already the focus of a county Animal Services Authority probe. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 01:37:26 -0700)

Pet Pointers: Caring for a rabbit
Each year lots of rabbits are brought home as Easter gifts and each year a few weeks later many of these bunnies are surrendered or abandoned. Today we'll learn more about rabbits and caring for them properly in this edition of Pet Pointers. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 02:31:11 -0700)

Pet insurance helping owners deal with decisions
It used to be, when a pet got gravely ill or suffered a fracture in an accident, a pet owner had a difficult decision: Pay thousands of dollars in medical costs or put the animal down. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 03:09:51 -0700)

May 1 music festival to benefit pet shelter
Country in the City, a country music festival fundraiser to benefit Pet Connection Programs in Marilla, will take place from 2:30 to 9:30 p. m. May 1 at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center in downtown Buffalo. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 03:45:20 -0700)

Stolen dog returned to Sand Island pet store
A stolen Tibetan spaniel valued at $1,699 has been returned to the pet store it was taken from. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 05:11:13 -0700)

Pet food, assistance available through Humane Ohio group
Humane Ohio, a Toledo based non-profit organization, offers several solutions to the pet overpopulation problem, including Wood County. The group offers low-cost spay/neuter to all pet parents and they offer a special, even lower rate to pet parents on federal assistance and to people caring for free roaming cats. The group offers free transportation for pets to/from their spay/neuter clinic ... (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 05:41:19 -0700)

Pet Of The Week: Evan
Meet Evan, the Pet of the Week. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 06:51:22 -0700)

Pet-seeking Bywater family gets their goat
Backyard space accommodates a pet shelter and more (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 10:40:37 -0700)

'Pet therapy' comes to PL Nursing and Rehab
When an animal steps through the doors of Port Lavaca Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, it brings a new atmosphere to the nursing home. The happiness the animals bring to the residents inspired a new idea for activity director Maria Arredondo: pet therapy. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 10:46:09 -0700)

Pet of the Week 4/3/10
The Valley Humane Societys featured pet this week is Howe, a 1-year-old male Rottweiler mix. The societys shelter is located on Trekell Road just north of Interstate 8. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Other pets ready for adoption can be seen on the societys Web site: www.vhs.petfinder.com. The city of Casa Grande/Animal Care & Adoption Center ... (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 13:05:32 -0700)

Adopt a pet
Pet adoptions for this week. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 14:09:05 -0700)

Bark Buckle UP Has Tails Wagging for Top Dog: Ford Edge Named Pet Safe Vehicle of the Year
NEW YORK, April 1 -- Bark Buckle UP the recognized leader and experts for pet travel safety - awarded the Pet Safe Choice Vehicle Awards "TOP DOG" today at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. This year, Bark Buckle UP's founder Pet Safety Lady Christina Selter and her furry friends awarded "TOP DOG" Pet Safe Vehicle of Choice and announced the Pet Safe Hotel, Retailer, and Airline of ... (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 19:09:55 -0700)

PET OF THE DAY FOR 0309
Pixie, a 2-year-old female Boston terrier mix, is the featured pet of the day for the Humane Society (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 20:40:08 -0700)

Matters of the heart: FDG PET may hold answers for patients with heart failure
For a patient with heart failure, checking whether the heart could benefit from bypass surgery or a stent is critical to ensuring survival. One imaging technique, positron emission tomography (PET) with the imaging agent fluorodeoxyglucose (FDG), may provide doctors with the information they need to make more informed treatment decisions, according to new research. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 21:09:34 -0700)

Rats! Fans say theyre the perfect companion pet
LOS ANGELES History and Hollywood cast them as vermin responsible for plagues, famine and famous movie lines like You dirty rat! But to a small group of fans, the rat is a charming pocket companion as loyal as a dog and cleaner than a cat. Nearly 60 percent of American households have pets, according to an Associated Press-Petside.com poll. About 74 percent of pet owners polled in October said ... (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 21:09:35 -0700)

"Eastminster" Pet Show Offers Costumes, K9 Communication
New York has the Westminster Dog Show; quirky Carmel offered the inaugural Eastminster Pet Show Saturday. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 21:58:23 -0700)

Pet of the Week 4/3/10
The Valley Humane Societys featured pet this week is Howe, a 1-year-old male Rottweiler mix. The societys shelter is located on Trekell Road just north of Interstate 8. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Other pets ready for adoption can be seen on the societys Web site: www.vhs.petfinder.com. The city of Casa Grande/Animal Care & Adoption Center ... (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 22:41:33 -0700)

Stolen dog returned to Sand Island pet store
A stolen Tibetan spaniel valued at $1,699 has been returned to the pet store it was taken from. (Sat, 03 Apr 2010 23:28:19 -0700)

Lawyer seeks PET abolition
Barely a month before the May 10 polls, the election lawyer of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on Monday sought the abolition of the Presidential Electoral Tribunal (PET), which resolves disputes involving the presidential and vice presidential contests. In his seven-page petition filed with the Supreme Court (SC), lawyer Romulo Macalintal challenged the constitutionality of SCs creation of ... (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 02:04:40 -0700)

City may revisit pet policies
A Jackson City Council member could soon ask the group to vote for a change to the city's animal control ordinance that could give pet owners more flexibility in how they walk their animals. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 03:32:13 -0700)

How to know if your family is ready for a pet
Wanting a pet does not mean you're ready for one. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 07:53:30 -0700)

'Pet therapy' comes to PL Nursing and Rehab
When an animal steps through the doors of Port Lavaca Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, it brings a new atmosphere to the nursing home. The happiness the animals bring to the residents inspired a new idea for activity director Maria Arredondo: pet therapy. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 08:15:51 -0700)

White poodle SmallDog Rescue's Pet of the Week
April 05, 2010 Justin Farmer is a handsome white poodle. He is 5 years old and weighs 11 pounds. Found as a stray, Justin is a fun, friendly boy that loves the company of people. He's looking to find a home that will treat him like the cherished pet he deserves to be. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 09:02:42 -0700)

Pet guinea pigs stolen from yard
ANIMAL lover Kathy Simpson has been left fuming after brazen thieves stole 12 pet guinea pigs from her Eastern Heights backyard. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 09:14:51 -0700)

Sign-ups for 9NEWS Pet Check take place Monday
DENVER - The first annual 9NEWS Pet Check takes place this weekend, April 10 and 11, but in order to participate, you've got to sign your best friend up today. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 10:14:06 -0700)

Govt needs more time for Sonia's pet food security bill
New Delhi, Apr 5 (PTI) Not willing to take chances on UPA Chairperson Sonia Gandhi's pet project, government today said it needs more time to draft a foolproof food security bill giving the poor legal right for wheat or rice at Rs 3 a kg. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 10:21:55 -0700)

How Big is Your Love? Size up the Right Pet for You, from St. Bernards to Bichons, Cats and Even Rats
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.----Whats your slobber tolerance? There are many factors to consider when choosing a four-legged addition to the family. To really get to know the personality of a certain breed of dog, or the needs of a more exotic pet, how about a test drive? (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 10:47:00 -0700)

Pet Peace of Mind competes for national grant
Pet Peace of Mind helps coordinate with hospices for care of the pets of very ill people, and now it's competing for $250,000. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 11:04:06 -0700)

'Chip your pet' event Saturday in Ayer
AYER -- Ayer Animal Medial Center is holding a HomeAgain "Chip your pet" event from 2 to 4 p.m. at $27 per pet (Regularly priced at $42. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 13:44:21 -0700)

Where pet lovers go for low prices
Our price comparison on pet food products found the lowest prices at discounters and warehouse clubs, but a wider selection at pet stores. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 14:31:28 -0700)

Pet Boa Constrictor Found in Laurium
The large pet snake that was reported to be on the loose Friday has been found. And it didn't turn out to have been on the loose after all. Laurium Police say the man who reported his pet boa constrictor missing on Friday found it on Saturday. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 16:33:50 -0700)

New pet store to come to Linden
LINDEN, Michigan - The city of Linden likely will see a new pet store open downtown within the upcoming months.The Linden Planning Commission approved the administrative site plan for A Plus Exotics & Pet Supplies at its meeting Monday, which... (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 18:38:44 -0700)

Pet Registrations Required
Lynn Haven leaders are saying if you have a pet, put a tag on it, and it's not a joke. (Mon, 05 Apr 2010 20:37:12 -0700)

L.A. County supervisors exonerated on pet project spending
Prosecutors say they did not break the law even though there was no public vote on the use of millions in taxpayer dollars. A complaint was filed after The Times disclosed the expenditures. Los Angeles County prosecutors said Tuesday that county supervisors did not break the law when they spent millions of taxpayer dollars on pet projects without a public vote or discussion. (Tue, 06 Apr 2010 21:57:33 -0700)

Pet of the Week: Molly
Pet: Meet Molly, a five-year-old American Eskimo/Shiba Inu mix who is ready to fall in love with her forever family. Molly is a sweet and gentle girl who enjoys relaxing with those she loves and just watching the world go by. She'd do best in a quiet home environment with a family that's eager to give her lots of TLC, and daily walks. (Tue, 06 Apr 2010 22:13:43 -0700)

Health agency advocates responsible pet ownership
THE Department of Health (DOH) renewed its advocacy for "Responsible Pet Ownership" recently in line with March as Rabies Awareness Month. read more (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 08:55:38 -0700)

Worker pleads no contest to torching Va pet store
ROANOKE, Va. (AP) - A part-time worker has pleaded no contest to setting a fire that caused more than a $1 million in damage to a pet store in Roanoke. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 09:20:40 -0700)

Worker pleads no contest to torching Va pet store
Associated Press - April 7, 2010 12:15 PM ET ROANOKE, Va. (AP) - A part-time worker has pleaded no contest to setting a fire that caused more than a $1 million in damage to a pet store in... (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 09:27:03 -0700)

Pet Castle 5-Miler on Saturday at Williams Wharf; two organizations will benefit
The second annual Pet Castle 5-Mile Distance Run and 1-Mile Pet Walk will be held on Saturday morning at Williams Wharf Landing, starting at 9 oclock. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 10:50:40 -0700)

Pet Fair to feature fun and games for your four-legged friends
The Coral Veterinary Clinic, Fort Myers, is sponsoring an pet fair, Noon-4 p.m., Sunday, May 2. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 11:15:20 -0700)

LINCOLN PARK: Low-cost pet vaccination clinic set for May 23
LINCOLN PARK A low-cost pet wellness and vaccination clinic is set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 23 at the band shell, 3240 Ferris. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 12:32:27 -0700)

Pet chicken mistakenly killed and eaten
An orange chicken named Connie was on the day's menu for one Lower Merion fireman last week. He did not know until later that his prey was a pet. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:12:52 -0700)

Common household items may kill pet
Common household items can harm your pet. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:17:11 -0700)

Pet dogs and cats perish in house fire
More than 10 pet dogs and cats died after being trapped in a Whanganui house fire yesterday. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 14:41:43 -0700)

Council considers raising pet license fees
WAVERLY Pet licensing fees look to be on the rise in Waverly. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 15:33:26 -0700)

Pet Fair to feature fun and games for your four-legged friends
The Coral Veterinary Clinic, Fort Myers, is sponsoring an pet fair, Noon-4 p.m., Sunday, May 2. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 18:36:36 -0700)

New bill could help owners with pet insurance as vet fees soar
Sacramento Assemblyman Dave Jones is sponsoring a bill to help pet owners get what they pay for when they buy pet insurance. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 19:46:21 -0700)

Pet Owners Can Save Money and Prevent Pet Overpopulation
In today's troubling economic times and with the current pet overpopulation problems, Pinellas County Animal Services is helping reduce the impact of both with an innovative program. Licenses normally cost $20 with proof of rabies vaccination. (Wed, 07 Apr 2010 21:05:40 -0700)

Pet Parrot Forces Owner To Rent 80-Foot Crane
An Iowa bird owner's pet is back on safe ground after spending three days battling the elements while trapped in a tree. (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 07:09:29 -0700)

LINCOLN PARK: Low-cost pet vaccination clinic set for May 23
LINCOLN PARK A low-cost pet wellness and vaccination clinic is set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 23 at the band shell, 3240 Ferris. (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 13:01:45 -0700)

Found a lost pet? Place a free ad
If you think you have found a lost pet, Suburban Life Publications accepts Found Ads, free of charge in order to reunite animals with their families. Please call (630) 368-1133 to place a found advertisement. (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:55:36 -0700)

Pet shop faces investigation for possible animal abuse
Round Up Pet Center is the target of an investigation after dead rodents and fish were found there last week, more than a month after the business shut its doors. (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:57:06 -0700)

Free pet food for seniors, unemployed
LAKE FOREST Seniors and the unemployed can get free food for their pets Saturday, thanks to several South County pet charities. The free pet food giveaway sponsored by Rescuing Unwanted Furry Friends will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at... (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:59:06 -0700)

PET outperforms glass and aluminium in LCA study, claims PETRA
The cradle-to-grave study, conducted by Franklin Associates for PETRA, compared total energy, solid waste and greenhouse gas emissions per 100,000 ounces of soft drinks packaged in typical 20-oz PET bottles, 8-oz glass bottles, or 12-oz aluminum cans. (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 18:01:02 -0700)

Oridnance addressing pet waste in public areas approved
Jeff Wendling/Staff A pet waste station located on Stanley Reed Court reminds pet owners of their responsibility to pick up after their pets in the downtown area. The stations, positioned at several downtown locations, provide waste disposal bags as an added convenience. (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 19:43:35 -0700)

Pet Food Drive at Greenwood County Library
April is National Pet Month. The Greenwood County Library teenagers are celebrating by collecting dog and cat food donations during the month of April for the Humane Society of Greenwood. Dog and cat food is needed. (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 20:18:39 -0700)

Pet Project plans rummage sale fundraiser
After weeks of collecting donated items for their upcoming rummage sale fundraiser, Pet Project is set to hold the sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 10, at Main and Court streets in downtown Ottawa. Items, such (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 20:53:27 -0700)

Rawhide Rescue holds pet adoption event on April 10 and 11
Rawhide Rescue will hold a pet adoption event on Saturday, April 10 at the Pet Smart store, 145 Promenade Blvd in Bridgewater (across from Costco) between 11 and 3 pm. (Thu, 08 Apr 2010 21:18:07 -0700)

Pet Project Midwest seeks donations
The Pet Project Midwest is asking for donations as it provides pet food and supplies to more local families and opens a new office. (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 02:18:57 -0700)

Sammy's Pet for Adoption April 9, 2010
Sammy's Pet for Adoption April 9, 2010 (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 04:55:02 -0700)

Pet Waste Vacuum
As any dog owner can attest, picking up pet waste is a fairly unpleasant task. And its always a sure bet that the minute I bend down to pick up my puppys once-dinner, a neighbor will turn the corner just in time to see my daily indignity. Enter the doggie waste vacuumor as the manufacturer [...] Filed in categories: News , Pet Gadgets , Spotlight Gadgets Tagged: Pet Gadgets , Vacuum Pet Waste ... (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 07:44:28 -0700)

Tell us a story, win free Pet Expo tickets
America's Family Pet Expo returns to the county fairgrounds April 16-18, and we've got FREE tickets for one fantastic pet owner. We want to hear how much you love your dog, cat, bird, hamster, rabbit, iguana, snake, turtle, fishes, you name it. If... (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 08:22:51 -0700)

Should you buy pet health insurance?
Caring for your pets can be expensive. Here's a look at whether pet health insurance is a good investment. (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:59:31 -0700)

Donations Earn Free Tix To Vegas Pet Theater
Throughout the month of April, Las Vegans children can get free tickets to Gregory Popovichs Comedy Pet Theater at the Planet Hollywood resort. (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 11:49:37 -0700)

How to train your pet
Is your pet behaving badly? Or do you just want to teach it some tricks? Animal behaviourist Lisel O'Dwyer might just have the answer. (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 12:41:04 -0700)

Glass and aluminium bodies reject PET study
FEVE, the European Glass Container Federation, and the European Aluminium Association (EAA) Packaging Group strongly questioned the use of the life-cycle analysis (LCA) methodology in the research sponsored by PETRA, the PET Resin Association. (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 16:16:05 -0700)

Pet of the Week: Polar
Polar has been selected as our Pet of the Week. Polar is a very sweet four-year-old Alaskan Husky/mix. She is blond in coloration and weighs 52 pounds. (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:45:56 -0700)

Arizona 'Pet Detective' Finds Lost Pets
Losing a pet is a traumatic event for any family. People post flyers in neighborhoods and online. But when all that fails, there's a valley woman who says she can help find your pet and bring it home. (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 18:02:29 -0700)

Junk food killing pet cats and dogs
Bounty (L) and Charlotte (R) sharing pet food in an appartment in Paris. (Photo courtesy: AFP) Bounty (L) and Charlotte (R) sharing pet food in an appartment in Paris. (Fri, 09 Apr 2010 23:46:35 -0700)

Petsintime The UK's Largest Online Pet Superstore Launches with Over 17,000 Pet Products - Including Social Shopping
Combine the Convenience of Traditional Shopping with Friends & Online Shopping - Petsintime's Social Shopping Experience Integrated with Facebook Contacts Offers the Most Natural Shopping Experience to Keep Shoppers Coming Back Time and Again. Add to this the Biggest Range of Pet Supplies in the UK and its Obvious that Petsintime have a Unique Offering. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 00:01:00 -0700)

Petsintime The UK's Largest Online Pet Superstore Launches with Over 17,000 Pet Products - Including Social Shopping
Combine the Convenience of Traditional Shopping with Friends & Online Shopping - Petsintime's Social Shopping Experience Integrated with Facebook Contacts Offers the Most Natural Shopping Experience to Keep Shoppers Coming Back Time and Again. Add to this the Biggest Range of Pet Supplies in the UK and its Obvious that Petsintime have a Unique Offering. (PRWeb Apr 10, 2010) Read the full story ... (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 00:14:12 -0700)

Council considers raising pet license fees
WAVERLY Pet licensing fees look to be on the rise in Waverly. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 01:19:28 -0700)

'Step for a Pet' 5K walk/run will benefit HATS
Step for a Pet 5K walk/run is planned for noon Sunday, to benefit the Humane Animal Treatment Society (HATS). (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 03:39:30 -0700)

Pet Of The Week: Trixie
Meet Trixie, the Pet of the Week. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 06:06:47 -0700)

Pet Parade in West Delray benefits Tri-County Humane Society
Pet Parade in West Delray benefits Tri-County Humane Society (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 11:05:46 -0700)

Pet shops investigated
A chain of Auckland pet stores is facing regular visits from SPCA inspectors after complaints about the welfare of their animals.PetStop, which has branches in Mt Eden, Newmarket and Onehunga, has been the subject of complaints... (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 11:16:11 -0700)

Pet shop animals a concern
SPCA inspectors are making weekly checks on a chain of Auckland pet stores, after complaints about the welfare of their animals. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 13:07:42 -0700)

Pet shop animals a concern
11 April 2010 SPCA inspectors are making weekly checks on a chain of Auckland pet stores, after complaints about the welfare of their animals. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 16:19:27 -0700)

SPCA investigates pet shops
SPCA animal welfare inspectors are making regular visits to a chain of Auckland pet stores following concerns about the welfare of its animals. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 16:57:41 -0700)

Free Pet Food Giveaway For Needy Owners
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Cattella Greenlee has been out of work for six months. She said when you're short on cash, it's painful how expensive pet food can be. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 18:09:03 -0700)

SPCA tackles pet stores
Concern about the welfare of animals has led the SPCA to door-stop a number of Auckland pet stores. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 19:22:40 -0700)

Best Western Hosts Pet Event
The Gordonsville Best Western Hotel hosted a pet adoption event Saturday. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 20:01:39 -0700)

Pet peeves cause confusion
I've got lots of pet peeves that get on my very last nerve. More than a few of them involve motorists and vehicles. One example: Drivers who wait until they're within a foot of their turn-off before flipping on their blinker and braking. (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 20:22:20 -0700)

PET OF THE DAY 0408
Lilly, an 8-month-old female shepherd mix, is the featured pet of the day for the Humane Society of (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 21:48:52 -0700)

Lets discuss everyday pet peeves
ACCORDING to Wikipedia, the online encyclopaedia, a pet peeve (or pet hate) is a minor annoyance that an individual identifies as particularly annoying to them, to a greater degree than others may find it. I was inspired to write about this particular topic by DJs JJ and Ean from the English radio station, Hitz.fm, during the [...] (Sat, 10 Apr 2010 22:22:46 -0700)

Council considers raising pet license fees
WAVERLY Pet licensing fees look to be on the rise in Waverly. (Sun, 11 Apr 2010 01:20:15 -0700)

Garage Fire Kills Family Pet
West Nashville family loses family pet overnight after their garage caught fire. (Sun, 11 Apr 2010 04:53:06 -0700)

Get Half Off A Pet From The Dumb Friends League
Pet lovers can now join CBS4 in celebrating pet adoption. CBS4 has teamed up with the Denver Dumb Friends League, which is offering half price adoptions starting Monday. (Mon, 12 Apr 2010 17:54:49 -0700)

Many Pet Owners Avoiding Vet Visits Because of Costs
Veterinarians say they're seeing more and more pet owners deferring check ups simply because they can't afford them, but they say that could end up hurting both pet and owner. (Mon, 12 Apr 2010 19:58:16 -0700)

PET OF THE DAY FOR 0309
Roxy, a 4-year-old female Boston terrier mix, is the featured pet of the day for the Humane Society (Mon, 12 Apr 2010 21:43:54 -0700)

Council considers raising pet license fees
WAVERLY Pet licensing fees look to be on the rise in Waverly. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 01:27:17 -0700)

Pet calendar
April 17 Vaccine, microchip clinic: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 17, Karens Pet Grooming, 2419 W. Jefferson St., Joliet. Low-cost pet vaccine clinic for dogs and cats. No appointment is necessary. The clinic will offer rabies vaccines, distemper, bordetella, lyme, microchipping and other services. New Beginnings will also have spay/neutering. Have your dog spayed/neutered for $75 or your cat spayed ... (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 02:02:18 -0700)

Pet Health Care In India To 2013 - New Market Report Published
This databook provides key data and information on the pet health care market in India. This report is a comprehensive resource for market, category and segment level data including value, volume, distribution share and company & brand share. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 02:07:35 -0700)

A pet food bank in Salem, a 'Paw-Tay' at the Stay Pet Hotel, a vaccination clinic in Damascus
The Feral Cat Coalition will hold its annual Furball, and the Stay Pet Hotel is holding a fundraiser, part of a busy week of pet-related activities. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 02:19:29 -0700)

Pet pig
Pet pig | cincinnati.com | Cincinnati.Com (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 02:37:00 -0700)

Pet Products Remain Relatively Recession-resistant
Even as the economic picture improves, consumers remain cautious about spending, including in terms of the pet products they buy. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 03:20:56 -0700)

Pet Supplies And Pet Care Products: Global Market Overview 2010 - New Market Report Published
Pet market themes including humanization, health and convenience drive the world market for pet supplies, while taking on different meanings according to level of market development. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 03:35:51 -0700)

Pet First Aid Class in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz County Animal Services is offering free monthly animal information classes for the public. The first class is ""Who You Gonna' Call" - Basic first aid for pet owners" (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 04:59:23 -0700)

Burglary suspects caught and pet gerbil goes home
Three young men and a teen have confessed to a number of break-ins, with the only item returned so far being a child's pet gerbil. Arrested were: n Tyler Joseph Anderson, 19, of Parker Road, charged... (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 08:45:00 -0700)

Pet flea and tick products can be deadly if not used properly
Outdoor time for dogs and their owners is a welcome break after a long winter, but it's a field day for ticks and fleas as well who want to make a home on your pet. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 09:37:30 -0700)

UK: Hundreds of pet guinea pigs killed in fire
British police say more than 1,000 animals mostly guinea pigs have died after a fire at a pet breeding center in southwest England. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:05:49 -0700)

UK: Hundreds of pet guinea pigs killed in fire
LONDON (AP) - British police say more than 1,000 animals - mostly guinea pigs - have died after a fire at a pet breeding center in southwest England. Devon and Cornwall Police say officers were called to a serious fire at the facility in Lewdown, Devon, early Tuesday. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:43:57 -0700)

Adoptable Pet of the Week 4/13
Liz Bishop with the adoptable pet of the week from the Animal Protective Foundation. Siena basketball's third all-time leading scorer Kenny Hasbrouck lent a hand this morning to the Animal Protective Foundation as it visited Yates Elementary School in Schenectady. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 10:57:26 -0700)

UK: Hundreds of pet guinea pigs killed in fire
LONDON - British police say more than 1,000 animals - mostly guinea pigs - have died after a fire at a pet breeding... (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:08:54 -0700)

Andrew Knowlton: More Restaurant Pet Peeves
After I posted my top five restaurant service pet peeves, readers quickly chimed in with their own dining out dislikes. Many took issue with... (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:17:31 -0700)

PET outperforms glass and aluminium in LCA study, claims PETRA
The cradle-to-grave study, conducted by Franklin Associates for PETRA, compared total energy, solid waste and greenhouse gas emissions per 100,000 ounces of soft drinks packaged in typical 20-oz PET bottles, 8-oz glass bottles, or 12-oz aluminum cans. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:01:12 -0700)

Death Of O'Malley the Cat Has Pet Owners Howling
Broward animal shelter under fire for mistakenly killing a family's pet (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:49:26 -0700)

UK: Hundreds of pet guinea pigs killed in fire
British police say more than 1,000 animals - mostly guinea pigs - have died after a fire at a pet breeding centre in southwest England. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:59:18 -0700)

1000 pet guinea pigs killed in fire
British police say more than 1000 animals - mostly guinea pigs - have died after a fire at a pet breeding centre in southwest England. read more (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:58:50 -0700)

Deadline approaches for Waynesville nonprofit's Pet Photography Contest
WAYNESVILLE The deadline for Sarges 4th annual Pet Photogtaphy Contest is April 16. The Awards Ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. April 24 at Bocelli's Italian Eatery, 319 North Haywood St., Waynesville. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 17:49:22 -0700)

Picture pet parade
Bring a picture of your favorite pet any day between Monday, April 19 and Wednesday, April 21 and enter it into the Picture Pet Parade Contest. read more (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 18:41:58 -0700)

Financial help for low income Tehachapi pet owners
If you havent had your pet altered because you cant afford it, there are non-profit organizations that help offset the costs by providing vouchers or pled read more (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 19:27:08 -0700)

Pet of the week: Tootsie
Tootsie is a super sweet 4-year-old beagle mix who is full grown at 25 pounds. This friendly girl loves walks, enjoys playtime and will make a great family pet. (Tue, 13 Apr 2010 22:09:45 -0700)

Canidae Pet Foods Sponsors Crowd Favorite Splash Dogs at America's Family Pet Expo in Costa Mesa, CA
In addition to sponsoring the popular Splash Dogs dock diving event at America's Family Pet Expo in California, Canidae will continue its mission of helping animals in need by collecting donations for the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation to fund pet cancer research. (Wed, 14 Apr 2010 00:01:00 -0700)

Fitness and pet walk event slated for Sunday at Central Park of Morris County
PARSIPPANY -- The Morris County Park Commission will host a run and fitness and pet walk Sunday at the new cross-county track at Central Park of Morris County. (Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:14:57 -0700)

Council considers raising pet license fees
WAVERLY Pet licensing fees look to be on the rise in Waverly. (Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:32:47 -0700)

CRITTER CONTROL: City OKs Pet Ordinance
A new animal ordinance designed to put more responsibility on pet owners passed the City Council on Tuesday. (Wed, 14 Apr 2010 03:50:23 -0700)

Kirstie Alley Names Pet On Her Will
Animal-mad actress Kirstie Alley revealed her pet lemurs are named in her will. (Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:05:56 -0700)

Pet cat shot in yard
WILLIAMSBURG Police are probing animal cruelty after a pet cat was shot to death in Skipwith Farms. (Wed, 14 Apr 2010 05:20:50 -0700)

Greensboro Mayor Issues Pet Week Proclamation For North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association
GREENSBORO, N.C. The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association ( www.ncvma.org ) has announced that Greensboros mayor, William H. Knight, has signed a proclamation declaring May 2 through 8 as Pet Week. National Pet Week is an annual week of awareness designed to promote responsible pet ownership, celebrate the human-animal bond and promote public awareness of ... (Wed, 14 Apr 2010 08:08:22 -0700)

Local Pet Food Bank Out of Food
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Every month, the pet food bank gives out a month's supply of food to needy families so they don't have to give away their pets. (Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:57:45 -0700)

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