July 2006


31 Jul 2006 07:40 am

When New Pet Meets Old Pet
WTHR - At first, getting the little kitten to keep her other cat, Whiskers, company had seemed like such a good idea, but it Is there enough money to pay for vaccinations, veterinary care, food, toys, and all the other expenses of owning a pet

ADOPTED! Beckham - Fun, Compatible Dog Looking For Home
KFMB - Beckham spending quality time with is pet parents, taking long walks (this sweet boy walks like a gentleman on-leash) and playing with his toys. Beckham does well with other dogs off-leash and has lived with a cat before, so if you re looking for a

Cats live longer lives when kept indoors
Nashville Tennessean - Hide food treats, offer a variety of toys (suited to your cats’ individual preferences) and provide high places for them to Your cat is like Linus from the Peanuts comic strip. “She’s insecure,” explains certified applied behaviorist John Wright of

30 Jul 2006 11:10 am

Cat-astrophe in Upper Darby 
By KATHLEEN E. CAREY kcarey@delcotimes.com UPPER DARBY — Sixty-nine cats were removed from a Radbourne Road rowhome Tuesday afternoon and taken to the Delaware County SPCA where they were evaluated, cleaned and put up for adoption. Township health officers responded to a tip of multiple felines living at 7226 Radbourne Road and, by 2:15 p.m., were removing the dozens of cats, carrier by carrier.

City Pound Once Again Suspends Dog, Cat Drop-Offs 
For the third time this summer, Animal Care Services has suspended drop-offs of dogs and cats at its facility.

Cat care coalition donates oxygen masks for pets 
Pets and their owners can breathe a little more easily, as the Fire Department readies to receive five sets of oxygen masks suitable for dogs and cats after a fund-raising campaign by the Billerica Cat Care Coalition and a pet boarding service.

29 Jul 2006 12:05 pm

AROUND WESTLAND 
The Westland Community Foundation is hosting its 12th Annual Christmas in July event Thursday, July 27, at the Hellenic Cultural Center, 36375 Joy, in Westland.

Wanda 
One of the most notorious orphans of the American New Wave, Barbara Loden’s Wanda (1970) is actually a benchmark of the erain a period of gritty, working-class neo-neorealism, here was a genuine indie (unlike most of the “wave” ’s important films) that out-low-classed the competition. Elia Kazan’s wife and a highly respected actress (at least on Broadway), Loden wrote, directed, and starred in

28 Jul 2006 12:10 pm

Students Abandon Pets Once Summer Hits
UCSD Guardian - When college kids come in the fall, they re lonely in their apartments, so the first thing they want to do is get a pet Nine times out of 10, [students] leave [pets] in the homes shut up, or, as they re moving out, [owners] just leave the door

Vernon’s feline dilemma
New Jersey Herald - I’m spending all kinds of money to de-flea my property,” said Nancy Pinto, who lives next-door to Esposito, at Monday’s It’s the responsibility of pet owners is what it boils down to.” Esposito said she is preparing to surrender most of her

The Common Law
Austin Chronicle - My neighbor’s pet keeps using my yard as a toilet. Is there anything I can do (legally) to stop him from letting his pet go in my yard? It is a beautiful day. You walk out your front door. As you bend over to pick up your morning paper, you smell

Helping others: Events will raise awareness - and money - for animals
Sacramento Bee - Tickets are $30 in advance, $40 at the door, and include unlimited tasting. The first 200 guests will receive a souvenir wine Harvey’s Help supports local pets in need and strives to reduce pet overpopulation. The goal this fall is to present a gift

27 Jul 2006 04:45 pm

Applica to combine with Hamilton Beach/Proctor-Silex
South Florida Business Journal - employees and stockholders: to design, market and distribute products including coffee makers, irons, blenders, toaster ovens, indoor grills, food processors, air purifiers, personal care appliances and accessories and automatic self-cleaning cat

BOOKS TO BORROW, BOOKS TO BUY: Help build kids reading confidence
Canton Repository - He was fleeing from the cat who looked as if he would make the frog his next meal. On and on the chain of terrified animals They find the right spot, pitch their tent, eat camp food and sing camp songs. After making a nightlight of fireflies

Pet photos can vie for prizes
Bismarck Tribune - to cute, it takes a lot to beat a candid photograph of Scruffy, the kids’ terrier, or Max, the lord-over-all family cat. Pet Best of Show - Free pet food for a year. Gift certificates for first, second and third place in each category (first - $25

News Briefs from Around Florida
Bradenton Herald - None had food or water, she said. Seven hogs, two dogs and a cat were taken to the shelter to be nursed back to health. The chickens are being cared for onsite by animal welfare officers, she said. “These are pigs that should be probably 150 pounds and

26 Jul 2006 08:05 pm

John Kelly’s Washington Live
Washington Post - Are you buying the gourmet cat food? Or do you mean Pepco? We keep our AC around 78, and run fans upstairs. It never gets It is used by men, women, blue collar workers, white collar workers, politicians (yes, politicians), educators, lawyers

In Living Memory
RPGamer - The eyes staring in his direction were an odd color; almost, Chris thought, as yellow as the neighbor’s lazy old cat His hair brushed the edge of his collar when he did that, dirty blond against dusty tan. “You might say I’m attending to some

26 Jul 2006 12:55 am

TWO BITS 
The top five

Summer traveling can be tough on pets 
CORNING - Summer heat can be especially traumatic on our four legged-friends and other household pets especially if their two-legged friends decide to take them traveling.

Vision Surgery Has Become Trendier Than Latest Black-Rimmed Cat’s-Eye Glasses From Paris; Dr Joseph Dello Russo And  
Radio commercials and magazine ads trumpet so-called flap and zap laser eye surgery - one of the fastest-growing medical procedures in the United States (PRWEB Jul 9, 2006) Trackback URI: http://www.prweb.com/dingpr.php/TWFnbi1Mb3ZlLUZhbHUtUGlnZy1JbnNlLVplcm8=

Kite now: The fast-growing sport of kiteboarding is taking off in South Florida 
It’s a blazingly bright Wednesday afternoon. As I step from the soft sand beach of Key Biscayne’s Crandon Park into Biscayne Bay, it occurs to me that I am in seriously hot water. Not because I am kicking around on the beach on a work day (not only does my boss know where I am — it was her idea), but because I’m in actual hot water.

25 Jul 2006 02:25 am

Convicted baby killer charged in new case 11:14 AM
WCNC - She would be near the apartment, playing with toys,” Tina said. “She seemed happy.” Another neighbor, who also Crenshaw said the injury happened when he tripped over the family cat while holding the baby. In the same

Who Looked the Dogs Up?
MSN MoneyCentral - From fun stuff like buying new toys to debut in the dog park to serious matters like calling a vet to treat dehydration, dog Veterinarians, Dog Grooming, Pet Sitting Services, and Dog & Cat Training. If you are not sure of the specific category

Archives for: November 2005
Cape Cod Today - Actually, gift wrapped pet toys, cookies and even clothing for your best friends dog or cat has become quite the rage. This is big business folks. We all need to get with the program and buy as much as we can, spend as much as we have, and “Give

24 Jul 2006 05:40 am

Thirteen collie dogs and a cat named Alex 
Down a series of gravel roads you go, passing fields that are green, soil that is black and trees that shield the Red River from view. When you get six or eight miles south and east of Grand Forks, you find the country home of Nancy and Gerry Hvinden.

Largest Pet Insurer Releases Top 10 Reasons Pets Taken to the Veterinarian 
For the second year in a row, urinary tract infection was the top medical condition that cat owners filed medical claims for in 2005 to Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. , according to a recent review of policyholder claims.

23 Jul 2006 08:15 am

U.N. rights council deplores Israeli military operations against
Santa Fe New Mexican - GENEVA (AP) - The U.N. Human Rights Council on Thursday deplored Israel’s military operations in the West Bank and Gaza Strip as breaching international humanitarian law and voted to send an urgent fact-finding mission to the region. By a vote of 29

Google lets internal forecast slip out
IT World - Google Inc. let the cat out of the bag on March 2 when the company accidentally posted internal information to its investor The flap was the second in the same number of weeks for Google. On Feb. 28, investors sent the company’s stock spiraling

WWE RAW Recap
ProWrestling.com - Rory tagged in and hit a trip on Simpson and then Robbie hit an elbow drop. The Highlanders hit a flap jack and then nailed Michaels clotheslined Shane to the outside and then skinned the cat to get back in the ring. Michaels went to the apron and

22 Jul 2006 01:10 pm

Pets, Pets, Pets… 
R.I.P. His real name was “Moose”. You knew him as “Eddie” on TV.

Exhibitors listed for state fair 
Daniel Andrews: wooden shell holder. Allyson Bargfrede: welcome home basket. Lyle Bargfrede: adjustable rod holder, beetle spins and extension cord instruction book.

184 do a different kind of catwalk 
A section of Mid Valley Megamall Exhibition Centre was transformed into a different kind of catwalk when 184 felines, including 50 from overseas, converged there for the Malaysia International Cat Show 2006, or MiCatz 06, over the weekend.

T.C. Boyle’s Thief; Howard Jacobson, Claire Kilroy: New Fiction 
June 28 (Bloomberg) — T.C. Boyle’s 19th book of fiction has a nightmarish beginning. Late for a dental appointment, pretty young high-school teacher Dr. Dana Halter runs a red light and is flagged down by a patrol car.

21 Jul 2006 01:50 pm

End of Threat for Chachuna Floodplains?
Daily Georgian Times, Georgia - Jul 5, 2006… species, including wolf, fox, golden jackal, brown bear, jungle cat, lynx, badger, rock marten, porcupine, and even striped hyena. Raptor breeds include the …

FUN FELINE FACTS
Columbus Dispatch, OH - Jun 28, 2006… The Cat Fanciers Association, the world s largest registry of cat breeds, recognizes 39 pedigreed breeds in its champion class. …

County pet license raised
Charlotte Sun-Herald, FL - Jun 27, 2006The cost of having a dog or cat in Charlotte County is on the rise. … Matt DeBoer suggested the county look into requiring licensing owners of certain breeds. …

20 Jul 2006 06:30 pm

Friendship with hen hatches kids’ book 
Terry Morris’ friendship with a pint-size chicken has hatched a new children’s book. “It’s pretty strange, I know,” Morris said, “but she’s a good pet.”

Israels Arab citizens caught in a war they never wanted 
Hassan Nasrullah, the leader of Hizbollah, has spoken of having more surprises in store for Israel after the deluge of rockets which culminated in the killing of eight Israeli civilians in Haifa in a single attack on Sunday.

Humane Society Silicon Valley to Participate in Countywide Community Disaster Preparedness and Response Event 
SANTA CLARA, Calif.—-July 18, 2006–Humane Society Silicon Valley and other community welfare agencies will partner with the Santa Clara Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross to host a large scale Community Disaster Preparedness and Response Event.

19 Jul 2006 06:45 pm

Strokes of luck and twists of fate
Fort Worth Star Telegram, TX - Jul 16, 2006… They never met, but for years their pictures have hung side by side in the … Granville Strong, owner of Cat’s Pitt Stop in Caldwell, died about three years ago …

Reporter uses wireless at home
The News-Press, FL - Jul 12, 2006… there are routers that allow users to print, fax, or even transfer pictures to their computers without wires. So if you are looking to be the cool cat in your …

More Mountain Lion Sightings Reported
Southern Pines Pilot, NC - Jul 15, 2006… Dettor began to worry, and when the cat started to move toward her, she … But after looking at pictures of both animals online, Dettor still believes it was a …

18 Jul 2006 09:15 pm

Calendar of Events 
Cafe in the Park, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Park Plaza; entertainer: Almost Live; vendor: Cornucopia.

Evening Chronicle Comment 
Applause for work - As a nursery nurse, Sally Marshall enjoyed working in the care industry.

18 Jul 2006 12:20 am

Regular Features 
Gays win a technical skirmish By John Brummett Right-wingers go bananas when they think a court has advanced a liberal agenda, such as the Arkansas Supreme Court’s ruling Thursday that the state had improperly excluded gay households from receiving foster children.

Toy Town 
Seattle is on the forefront of the latest collectibles craze.

17 Jul 2006 02:25 am

Lost pets might be at Bluffs animal shelter 
If your favorite canine or feline companion turned up missing over the July 4 holiday, please come to the Council Bluffs Animal Shelter, 2821 S. 15th St.; and you may find them wondering why it took so long for you to come and retrieve them!

BOBBY HEENAN TALKS ABOUT HIS FORMER BROADCAST PARTNERS, WHY HIS SHOW ON USA ENDED AND MORE 
Bobby “The Brain” Heenan was the guest this week on www.inyourheadonline.com . Which can be heard live every Wednesday at 6:00 PM with Jack, OneInchBiceps and Barbie Richards, along with our full archive of interviews.

PETS: Prepare yourself to adopt a cat 
It’s raining cats and … more cats. And kittens and more kittens. That’s why June is Adopt-A-Cat Month at animal shelters around the corner and across the country.

North edges South in Shrine Game 
OSHKOSH — Playing football on a humid July Saturday night doesn’t quite bring back all the memories of playing under Friday night’s lights.

16 Jul 2006 05:55 am

Tips help you board your pet
Quad-Cities Times - Be sure your pet wears a collar with identification tags; a microchip identification is always a good idea. Cats should have Knowing that your dog or cat is in humane, knowledgeable care will help you to enjoy your vacation that much more! Questions

North Texas Events
Wichita Falls Times Record News - MAINE COON CAT SHOW Aug. 5, MPEC Exhibit Hall. TEXAS COLLECTOR S GUN AND KNIFE SHOW Aug. 12-13, Multi-Purpose Events The comedian is known for his work on the Blue Collar Comedy Tour. $39 for all seats. (940) 716-5555 or www.wfmpec.com.

EXCLUSIVE: COLLARED!
Daily Mirror - Dressed in leather with a tight red string vest, fingerless gloves and a studded dog collar around his neck, the 24-year-old And he purrs like a cat between swear words while making love. Since entering the Big Brother house, he has been chased by a

15 Jul 2006 08:05 am

Bread winner
Missoulian - Black Cat owners Jack and Christy Wich tried to quell the crowd. We’ll have them. Soon. We need some help in the kitchen first. We need time to get in the summer baking groove. Now, the flatbreads are in - and the fans are lining up. Pair up a Black

Windsor cat owners should have to follow same laws as dog owners
Greeley Tribune - I am a Windsor homeowner and dog owner. The law requires me to leash and ID my dogs. Why are cat owners not required to follow the same laws? Several residents in my neighborhood permit their cats to roam outside. We find them in our garage and also

Interest runs high in Ward I council race
Aurora Sentinel - encouraging redevelopment along the commercial corridor while weighing the concerns of existing residents and business owners general manager for ABL Design and Construction and volunteers for the Special Olympics and the Rocky Mountain Alley Cat

New pet parade part of Fun Fest July 29
Dowagiac News - who is often seen in Dowagiac walking her Shih tzu named Love. Her dog, almost 10, has been to 47 states and Canada. The “Parade Your Pet” event, which will be staged on Front Street on Saturday, July 29, is open to all pet owners, who have a cat, dog

14 Jul 2006 12:20 pm

Scottish Football Briefing 
YOUR weekly round-up of the last seven days’ gossip and rumours from around Scotland’s football grounds.

Databank 
Building permits and sales tax accounts

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