Published 2:26 pm, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Photo: Contributed Photo Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 April. April. Photo: Contributed Photo Pet of the Week: Meet April 1 / 1 Back to Gallery April is a beautiful hound mix. She is shy at first, but once she gets to know you, she will play with you for hours. April loves playing with other dogs and can't wait to find a forever family that will help her build her confidence! For more information, visit adopt-a-dog.org or call 914-273-1674. … [Read more...] about Pet of the Week: Meet April
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Pet of the day: Keady
Published 1:00 pm, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Photo: Contributed Photo Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 Keady, a new arrival, is a young senior ready to find her new and last "forever" home. Young senior with plenty of life and love to share. Fabulous companion cat, will keep you warm on those cold winter nights. Looking for love and furry companionship? Keady is your gal, come for a meet and greet at our adoption center in Granby. She's ready and waiting for you. To reach Mary’s Kitty Korner, call 860-379-4141/413-297-0537 or email [email protected] less Keady, a new arrival, is a young senior ready to find her new and last "forever" home. Young senior with plenty of life and love to share. Fabulous companion cat, will keep you warm on those cold winter nights. ... more Photo: Contributed Photo Pet of the … [Read more...] about Pet of the day: Keady
True or False: Is Swiffer cleaner killing our pets?
By Joan Morris | [email protected] | Bay Area News Group PUBLISHED: January 16, 2018 at 8:30 am | UPDATED: January 16, 2018 at 8:34 am True of False is a new feature that takes a look at some popular beliefs and theories related to pets as well as the animals themselves. If you have heard something that needs a definitive answer, email Joan Morris, [email protected] False. This urban myth has been around for a number of years and seems to get run through the social media grinder every few months. Most of the tragic tales revolve around a story told by an unnamed person who claims her neighbor’s incredibly healthy 5-year-old German shepherd had suddenly become ill with liver failure and had to be euthanized. The writer claims her neighbor started going through the house, looking for poison the dog could have gotten into. He notices a “tiny label” on the WetJet bottle warning that it “may be harmful to small children and … [Read more...] about True or False: Is Swiffer cleaner killing our pets?
City reminds residents to keep pets warm during arctic blast
By Fares Sabawi, mySanAntonio.com Updated 10:56 am, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-5', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 5', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-10', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 10', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-15', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery Thumbnails 15', target_type: 'mix' }); _taboola.push({flush: true}); window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-c', container: 'taboola-interstitial-gallery-thumbnails-20', placement: 'Interstitial Gallery … [Read more...] about City reminds residents to keep pets warm during arctic blast
We can do more to protect Delaware’s pets: Delaware Voice
During the recent cold spell, The News Journal wrote about Delaware animal lovers who sprang into action when a dog was left freezing outside a home. The dog’s predicament was shared more than 1,000 times on Facebook.Animal welfare officers and state police responded and, while the dog’s owner was technically within his legal rights, ultimately it took the weather being upgraded to warning from advisory for the dog to be brought inside. Dialogue Delaware: Delaware's next step in ending the opioid crisis This incident illustrates both the strengths and the weaknesses of animal protection in our state. Our citizens, animal welfare officers, police and elected officials care deeply about animals and will take action to protect them. However, despite significant progress, loopholes remain that permit animal owners to put pets in jeopardy. Letters to the editor: Marijuana legalization not worth it Faithful Friends was founded to help reform … [Read more...] about We can do more to protect Delaware’s pets: Delaware Voice
Local animal shelter trades cats for coats (or pet food) in week-long promotion
A local pet shelter, overflowing with homeless cats, is offering a free feline to anyone who donates pet food or an adult winter coat during the coming week. The Humane League of Lancaster County and the Humane Society of Berks County — which partner under the umbrella of Humane Pennsylvania — announced the deal on Monday. The offer runs from today through Jan. 23. Donated coats will be given to Berks Connections Pretrial Services, an organization that provides services and re-entry programming for inmates and returning citizens, as well as services for their children and loved ones. Men's winter gear (coats, hats & gloves) is greatly needed, but women's attire is needed too. The donated food will be used to feed animals at the two shelters and for AniMeals, Humane Pennsylvania's pet food bank program. Donations can be taken to the shelters at 2195 East Lincoln Highway in Lancaster and at 1801 N. 11th Street in Reading. Shelters are open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. … [Read more...] about Local animal shelter trades cats for coats (or pet food) in week-long promotion
Loveland police arrest thieves, return stolen Pomeranian puppy to pet store
The 9-week-old puppy was taken early Friday when two men broke through a wall into Town and Country Pet Center. Store owner Mark Aine said the puppy was worth about $1,500. The theft was captured on the pet store’s surveillance video and images of the thieves were widely shared in the Loveland area. Around 4 a.m. Sunday, a caller alerted police that two suspicious men with a Pomeranian puppy were at the Loveland Walmart Supercenter, 250 W. 65th St., by a caller. Police arrested the men and returned the puppy, who was in good health, to the pet store owners. Read more on Reporter-Herald.com. … [Read more...] about Loveland police arrest thieves, return stolen Pomeranian puppy to pet store
Pet kangaroo hopping down Texas highway causes police chase
By William Axford Updated 8:04 am, Tuesday, January 16, 2018 Now Playing: A kangaroo escaped in Lumberton, Texas causing a chase from police. Media: Houston Chronicle Cindy White had to double check that she was still in the Lone Star State when she almost hit a kangaroo in East Texas on Sunday. "It was just a crazy day. Thank goodness I got pictures, because no one would believe me," White told the Chronicle. "I was driving my son's truck and had to call him and tell him that I almost hit a kangaroo. He said that would have been hard to explain to the insurance company." WILD: Bear traps itself in car, tears up its interior, freed by terrified man According to news station KBMT-TV, Lumberton Police Chief Danny Sullins said they received several calls on Sunday about a kangaroo hopping down Highway 69. Deputies with the Hardin County Sheriff's Office and Lumberton police chased the kangaroo for more than an hour before the owner tranquilized … [Read more...] about Pet kangaroo hopping down Texas highway causes police chase
Cedar Lake mandates pets be given shelter in freezing temps, announces date of winter social
CEDAR LAKE — The Town Council approved new restrictions in the town’s Animal Control ordinance during its first meeting of the new year. The changes mandate, among other things, that a pet be given suitable shelter when temperatures dip below 40 degrees. The council also approved a new contract with AccuMed Group, of Michigan. The contract outsources certain town billing functions to Accumed. During the meeting, officials announced the third annual winter social benefiting the Cedar Lake Historical Association/Museum on Jan. 27. It will be held 2:05 p.m. at Lighthouse Restaurant. The event includes wine tasting, craft beers from St. John Malt Brothers, chocolate pairings from The Cocoa Exchange, entertainment by J.T. Trimmel and raffle prizes. Tickets are $30 per person and can be purchased online. For more information go to cedarlakehistory.org or call 219-390-9423. … [Read more...] about Cedar Lake mandates pets be given shelter in freezing temps, announces date of winter social
Colorado Springs area pet adoption fairs and events starting Jan. 16, 2018
0 View Comments ADOPTION FAIRS9-Lives Rescue Inc. - For cats and kittens, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, PetSmart, 2965 New Center Point; 591-4640; colorado9lives.com. Four Paws Rescue - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Wag N' Wash, 1625 W. Uintah St.; 475-9274, wagnwash.com.Look What the Cat Brought In - 1-5 p.m. Sunday, 2129 E. Boulder St.; lookwhatthecatbroughtin.org.New Hope Rescue Inc. - Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Petco, 1650 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd.; newhoperescue.homestead.com.SAINT Animal Rescue - For dogs, puppies, cats, kittens and small caged animals, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Petco, 3060 N. Powers Blvd.; 541-3099, saintanimalrescue.org.SLV Animal Welfare Society - 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Petco, 5020 N. Nevada Ave.; 587-9663, [email protected] Blue Animal Rescue & Sanctuary - Noon-4 p.m. Saturday, Petco, 3050 N. Powers Blvd.; 266-1224, wbars.org.EVENTSJAN. 31Introduction to the CS Humane Society & Volunteering Class - 1:30-2:30 p.m., … [Read more...] about Colorado Springs area pet adoption fairs and events starting Jan. 16, 2018