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Second pet fair funraiser set for Saturday
Supporters of the Sherwood Animal Shelter are hoping for good weather as Saturday has been chosen as the rain date for the second-annual pet fair and fun-raiser. (Sun, 23 May 2010 05:51:34 -0700)

Animals Rescued From Tacony Pet Store Fire
Dozens of animals were rescued from an early morning fire at the World Wide Aquarium and Pet Center in city's Tacony section. Authorities say the blaze broke out at about 4 a.m. inside the store located in the 6800 block of the of Frankford Avenue. (Sun, 23 May 2010 08:39:21 -0700)

SoftBank develops robot cameras for that lucrative pet surveillance market
Do you love robots -- and pets -- although you're not quite ready to take the dive into actual robot pet ownership? You're in luck! Those crazy kids at SoftBank are back again with the Mimamori line of remote control robot cameras. Designed to cruise around your living room at a dog's or cat's-eye view (and doomed to remain inside the apartment, as it eschews batteries for AC power) this guy ... (Sun, 23 May 2010 13:28:44 -0700)

Second pet fair funraiser set for Saturday
Supporters of the Sherwood Animal Shelter are hoping for good weather as Saturday has been chosen as the rain date for the second-annual pet fair and fun-raiser. (Sun, 23 May 2010 18:21:34 -0700)

Trupanion Explores the Benefits of a No-Deductible Pet Insurance Plan
Pet insurance company Trupanion reminds pet owners of the benefits of pet insurance with a zero dollar deductible. Pet health insurance company Trupanion provides customers with the option of selecting a zero dollar deductible for their pet insurance policy. Pet owners who choose this option do not have to pay a deductible for any claimable vet bill. As people become more deliberate in their ... (Sun, 23 May 2010 21:08:02 -0700)

Group fights one-pet rule at Granada Villas condominiums
UPLAND - A group of residents at the Granada Villas condominiums are protesting to keep their pets. The condominiums' Home Owners Association recently ruled to enforce a one-pet rule, which has left some residents scrambling to find new homes for their pets. (Sun, 23 May 2010 21:37:05 -0700)

Bolivar Herald-Free Press presents online pet contest
Is your pet the cutest? Ugliest? Do you dress Fluffy up every year for Halloween or have a fantastic photo of Fido sitting on Santas lap? Bolivar and Polk Countys furry friends are facing off in the areas first-ever best pets contest! (Sun, 23 May 2010 22:14:37 -0700)

Pet of the Week 5/22/10
The Valley Humane Societys featured pet this week is Samson, a 5-month-old male shepherd-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 ... (Sun, 23 May 2010 22:26:48 -0700)

Delays plague trial of Cocoa pair facing pet-ownership ban
Unfinished witness depositions that last month delayed the trial of a Cocoa couple facing a possible pet ownership ban continue to plague the case, attorneys said Tuesday. (Sun, 23 May 2010 22:29:11 -0700)

Despite state budget tightening, pet projects still funded
The state has authorized $1.4 billion for 2,320 contracts since the fiscal year started April 1, including $9.3 million for lawmakers' hometown pet projects. (Mon, 24 May 2010 02:07:06 -0700)

Second pet fair funraiser set for Saturday
Supporters of the Sherwood Animal Shelter are hoping for good weather as Saturday has been chosen as the rain date for the second-annual pet fair and fun-raiser. (Mon, 24 May 2010 04:36:34 -0700)

Pets receive proper burials at Memory Park Pet Cemetery
TUPELO Although he thought it was a little weird to have a cemetery just for pets, over the years Elzie Johnson has come to understand that the word pet is much different from animal. (Mon, 24 May 2010 04:40:03 -0700)

Pet of the Week
Pet: Meet Jack, a 6-year-old German shepherd who is ready to be your new buddy. Jack is sweet, well-mannered and intelligent. He already knows "sit," "shake" and "leave it!" (Tue, 25 May 2010 22:08:59 -0700)

Annual Pet Walk set for June 5 at Bay Area Humane shelter in Green Bay
Its all paws for a good cause at the annual Pet Walk June 5 at the Bay Area Humane Society Animal Shelter Inc., 1830 Radisson St. (Wed, 26 May 2010 02:17:49 -0700)

Pet Pointers: Pet food pantries
The down turn in the economy has taken its toll on American families so much so that some families have stopped buying pet food. Today we'll meet a husband and wife team that have started a non-profit organization that helps people provide proper nutrition for their pets in this edition of Pet Pointers. (Wed, 26 May 2010 02:26:44 -0700)

Animal Airways Launches an Exclusive New Service: Pet Escort Worldwide
Dr. Eytan Kreiner, founder and CEO for Animal Airways: "Animal Airways' main goal is to provide pet owners around the world with reliable, high quality, creative, profitable and most importantly - pet friendly - solutions for pet aviation transportation and relocation internationally." read more (Wed, 26 May 2010 04:21:49 -0700)

Will Dog Ban Hurt Pet-Friendly Businesses?
A proposal to ban dogs from what many consider one of the most pet-friendly shopping districts in Central Florida could be about to take a step forward. (Wed, 26 May 2010 05:01:39 -0700)

Pet Owner Assaulted while Chasing after Loose Dog
LORAIN, OH (WOIO) A pet owner was assaulted and threatened while chasing after her dog Tuesday evening. (Wed, 26 May 2010 07:37:17 -0700)

Pet festival pleases crowd, organizers
Dogs and owners alike dressed up for the event's surf theme. Photos by Dave Schwab It was a dog day afternoon at the La Jolla Pet Parade & Festival on Sunday as every kind of dog - and every kind of master - showed up for the second annual event. The surf-themed animal love-in was a fundraiser for the Spay Neuter Action Project (SNAP), a nonprofit animal welfare group. The fest featured a pet ... (Wed, 26 May 2010 08:48:04 -0700)

Dogs and bird die in Kingsburg fire at pet groomers
Three dogs and one bird died in a fire at Doolittle's Pet Grooming in Kingsburg last Friday. The dogs were at the grooming shop waiting to be adopted. Doolittle's employee Kendal Carlson was working by herself when she began to smell smoke coming through the rear door around 2:45 p.m. Carlson went into the back room and saw flames coming from around the water heater. She tried to grab a hose and ... (Wed, 26 May 2010 13:03:18 -0700)

Second pet fair funraiser set for Saturday
Supporters of the Sherwood Animal Shelter are hoping for good weather as Saturday has been chosen as the rain date for the second-annual pet fair and fun-raiser. (Wed, 26 May 2010 13:06:34 -0700)

Pet lovers grieve over poor funerals
Despite surging demand, pet owners are finding it difficult to hold funerals for their dogs and cats. There are no specific regulations governing this kind of service, and several animal funeral operators have come under fire for charging grieving pet owners extremely high fees and providing shoddy work. (Wed, 26 May 2010 14:02:40 -0700)

License amnesty: Make an honest pet out of your dog
Want to make an honest pet out of your dog or cat? Show your animal that you care and license them. Theres an added incentive in it for you too. (Thu, 27 May 2010 06:21:13 -0700)

Bissell debuts Pet Spot to house Innovation Center employees' dogs during workday
Space also aims to inspire employees working on company's line of pet-related home cleaning products. (Thu, 27 May 2010 11:41:56 -0700)

Safe and comfortable pet-travel tips
Whether a trip to the vet or a long road trip, pet travel can be safe and comfortable for everyone. (Fri, 28 May 2010 03:00:00 -0700)

Safe and Comfortable Pet-Travel Tips
Whether a trip to the vet or a long road trip, pet travel can be safe and comfortable for everyone. (Fri, 28 May 2010 05:57:41 -0700)

Bay County Adopt a Shelter Pet Campaign begins Tuesday
The Adopt a Shelter Pet Campaign begins Tuesday and continues through Aug. 6. During the campaign, Bay County residents who adopt a pet will receive a gift packet including a toy, food samples and a $10 gift certificate to Soldans Feed & Pet Supplies. Adopters also will receive the pets first two inoculations for free. (Fri, 28 May 2010 06:22:07 -0700)

Can pet hair help in Gulf oil spill?
Q: I've heard that groomers all over the country are participating in efforts to collect pet hair to help clean up the Gulf oil spill. Does pet hair really work for this? If so, which local groomers are accepting pet hair donations? (Fri, 28 May 2010 13:28:22 -0700)

Pet Calendar
SATURDAY ADOPTIONS 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. TVAR; Pleasanton Farmer's Market, First and West Angela streets, Pleasanton; dogs/cats. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Safe-Cat Foundation; Petsmart, 6960 Amador Plaza Road, Dublin; cats. (Sat, 29 May 2010 00:11:49 -0700)

Pet Pointers: Pets need to stay cool in summer heat
When the weather heats up, it's important to take steps to help our pets stay cool. Today I have hot weather safety tips for your pets. (Sat, 29 May 2010 02:12:09 -0700)

Most Americans say no question to where they go for next pet
LOS ANGELES Remember that old song, "How much is that doggie in the window?" For most Americans, it seems it's no sale. (Sat, 29 May 2010 03:27:35 -0700)

Lawmakers vote to ban pet monkeys, novelty lighters
They left a gaping hole in the budget when they scampered out of town for the Memorial Day weekend, but state lawmakers can tout how they fought this spring to ban pet monkeys, curb the sale of hot-dog-shaped lighters and put up signs marking the route to Kansas City, Mo. . (Sat, 29 May 2010 07:07:09 -0700)

State lawmakers vote to ban pet monkeys
A look at some of the 623 bills that passed Legislature this session They left a gaping hole in the budget when they scampered out of town for the Memorial Day weekend, but state lawmakers can tout how they fought this spring to ban pet monkeys, curb the sale of hot-dog-shaped lighters and put up signs marking the route to Kansas City, Mo. . (Sat, 29 May 2010 07:07:39 -0700)

Pet Briefs
Camp Bow Wow, a pet services company, recently announced the launch of its namesake iPhone application, allowing customers access to their pets while on-the-go. (Sat, 29 May 2010 21:09:18 -0700)

Pet Calendar
What: Beauty Paws. When: 2 p.m. Friday and June 11. Where: Charleston Animal Society, 2455 Remount Road . Details: The fee is $45; $38.25 for Charleston Animal Society adopters. Save money and learn the basics of making your pet the most beautiful on the block. (Sat, 29 May 2010 21:09:28 -0700)

Pet photos gain in popularity on kids' pictures
The next time someone reaches for photos and says: "Let me show you some pictures of my little darlings," you might be surprised who's mugging for the camera. (Sat, 29 May 2010 21:10:00 -0700)

Pet owners carrying on
The next time someone reaches for photos and offers: "Let me show you some pictures of my little darlings," you might be surprised who's mugging for the camera. (Sun, 30 May 2010 00:11:02 -0700)

Don't buy animals from pet stores
If you care about animals, you should never buy one from a pet store. That may seem counterintuitive, but PETA's undercover investigations have demonstrated time and again that pet shops and the companies that supply them treat animals like disposable objects. (Sun, 30 May 2010 03:37:08 -0700)

Carr Park will have Pet Day led by local Girl Scouts
When choosing a cause to support, there are thousands out there to choose from. When it came down to it, however, it was a love of animals that inspired Manchesters local Girl Scout Troop 41802 in selecting its community service project. (Sun, 30 May 2010 04:20:16 -0700)

Lee County Pet Expo means family fun
It's one big, happy pet party. Saturday's Lee County Pet Expo unites a plethora of pet services, products and rescue agencies under one event. (Sun, 30 May 2010 22:29:26 -0700)

What your pet really needs: art supplies and frozen yogurt
A pet show demonstrates just how obsessed some people are with their furry friends (Mon, 31 May 2010 06:15:00 -0700)

Pet Loss Support Group at Big Creek Pet Hospital on summer hiatus
The Pet Loss Support Group at Big Creek Pet Hospital in Middleburg Heights will not meet during the summer months (Mon, 31 May 2010 12:42:02 -0700)

Keep your pet safe in hot summer temps
The dog days of summer are nearly here...and now is a good time to remind pet owners of summer safety tips for pets. (Mon, 31 May 2010 18:39:29 -0700)

PET OF THE DAY
Santana , a 1-year-old male red heeler, is the featured pet of the day for the Humane Society of Sout (Mon, 31 May 2010 19:20:26 -0700)

Intruder kills family's pet dog
Christchurch police are hunting a burglar who choked a pet dog, which died in the arms of its distraught teenage companion.When four-year-old boxer Troy tried to defend a family's property in the suburb of Spreydon, the offender... (Mon, 31 May 2010 20:25:25 -0700)

Pet rats may harbour deadly fever
A disease associated with squalor could be on the increase in suburban homes because more people are keeping rodents as pets, warns an Australian microbiologist. (Mon, 31 May 2010 23:49:53 -0700)

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