Beacon Hill Roll Call: Senate rejects special commission for cities to recover profits from 40 Bs Oct 24, 2009
BAN ON CUTTING THE VOCAL CORDS OF DOGS AND CATS (H 344) - The Judiciary Committee approved a bill that would prohibit the severing of vocal cords to suppress the voice of a dog or cat. Supporters of the bill, sponsored by the Coalition to Protect and Rescue Pets and endorsed by Angell Animal Medical Center, more than 200 Massachusetts veterinarians and shelters statewide, say that the surgery poses serious risks regardless of the veterinarian's experience or how the vocal cords are cut. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Making Pets Profitable Oct 22, 2009
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Girls' birthday gifts go to animal shelter Oct 19, 2009
Carly s mother, Lisa Brzozowski Jenson, said her family has four dogs and two cats. So she thought the idea of the birthday girls raising donations for the humane association was a good one. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
SAFE plans pet adoption Oct 17, 2009
Saving Animals from Euthanasia (S.A.F.E.) will have dogs and cats, puppies and kittens available for adoption at the Country Fair Oct. 22 24 in Green Valley Village ... The non-profit Tucson organization anticipates about 10 to 12 dogs and 20 cats and kittens to be available for adoption. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Best Soft Noah's Ark Toys Oct 16, 2009
This soft playset designed in primary colors includes figures of both Noah and his wife Naamah and pairs of animals such as camels, alligators, zebras, elephants, cats, and lions. Lilliputiens Noah's Ark. (Suite101.com)
Dogs share the spotlight in '101 Dalmatians: The Musical' Oct 14, 2009
THE NEWS ABOUT CATS & DOGS ... Dogs of divorce, feral cats, foreclosures. (USA Today -- Life)
FIRST LADY DOLL FOR $12.95... Oct 14, 2009
I'll place some of those dolls in my flowerbeds, her scary likeness is bound to scare away the cats that mess in my garden. Awful woman, awful doll. (The Drudge Report)
Animals blessed at Kittery church's inaugural event Oct 12, 2009
" Humphrey welcomed his parishioners while standing next to a table with dog biscuits and a donations jar for Footprints Food Pantry in Kittery, joking at the beginning that he "didn't see any creatures (he was) completely uncomfortable with. " He began with a Bible passage from Genesis and spoke of the bond between pets and humans, saying God's love went equally to all."They have souls. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
How to Adopt a Cat Oct 12, 2009
The cats need a good home and are usually in a cage for most of the day. Most cats are up to date on their shots and in good health ... Many cats are there because their previous owners were allergic, had to move, couldn t afford them, etc. (Suite101.com)
Pet expert: Keep your cats inside, and entertained Oct 8, 2009
The certified cat behavior consultant also is a columnist for Cat Fancy magazine and is on the board of directors of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (USA Today -- Life)
Potty-Trained Cat - Really! Oct 8, 2009
Along with blogs and even YouTube videos, Kearney found a ten-step process for potty-training cats. Over the course of a few months, he instituted the program. (W-USA News, DC)
Get into autumn and Halloween at Eleanor’s Home & Garden, owned by Eleanor Chandler. Skinny Leg Figures by Lori Mitchell are among the favorites. Photo by Ellen Sussman | Special to the Green Valley News Oct 7, 2009
Decorative witches, cats and pumpkins can easily turn a side table or shelf into one with whimsy and color. Seasonal party dishes and serving trays are keepers for years to come. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
UNH hockey preview: Youth movement Oct 7, 2009
The Wildcats have one pillar on the blue line in senior Nick Krates ... The Wildcats had a sickly 11 ... Kessel said the 'Cats, picked only for 16th in the preseason USCHO poll, have some respect to earn. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Pilots 'N Paws Delivers Dog to Oxford Couple Oct 3, 2009
A day later, comfortably settled in his new home, with two doting owners and three cats for playmates, Jack was the picture of contentment. Comfortably nestled on a couch, his head on a pillow, he snoozed complacently during Voices' visit, but perked up instantly at the mention of his name or any movement by his owners. (Voices, CT)
My life is all about a ‘Lily’ Sep 30, 2009
Prior to her existence our lives and home were merely filled with our friends and family, our hobbies and our jobs, and most prominently from day to day, our two dogs and three cats ... No more are cats lining the top of the couch, periodically nuzzling the back of the head of that cushion;s occupant ... I miss lying on the couch with at least two cats on my lap and one behind my head, as Venus, my constant companion, perches her blond head on my thigh, eternally, deeply grateful for any passing... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Does your housecat need a behavioral housecall? Help is here Sep 30, 2009
Published: Monday, June 1, 2009 1:00 AM EDT (ARA) - Cats have earned the title of America's favorite pet in part because they outnumber dogs in households across the country, but it could also be because their quirky personalities make life interesting ... "Cats can come across as complex because they can't verbalize what they are feeling," says Dr. Katrina Warren, host of "Housecat Housecall" presented by Purina Cat Chow ... Plenty of cat lovers - and there are at least 82 million housecats in... (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Pet products might contain lots of lead Sep 26, 2009
Researchers tested more than 400 pet beds, chew toys, stuffed toys for dogs and cats, collars, leashes and tennis balls ... Because dogs and cats don't smoke cigarettes, cigars or pipes, I'm wondering why they're being exposed to bromine. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
A chicken in every backyard? Slowly, Marblehead getting there Sep 24, 2009
Yeah, but they ve also gotten everywhere they chase cats, dogs, they go after everything they can, Tufts explained. It s just like owning any animal. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Making mosaics of Buffalo images Sep 24, 2009
Dogs, cats, snakes, fish and turtles, birds, hamsters and ferrets any type of pet is welcome. Multi-colored mosaics created from the drawings will appear on 4-inch-by-5-inch note cards, 16-inch-by-20-inch matted prints, holiday cards and on posters that go on sale in November online and at designated Western New York veterinary centers. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Give us some good reasons to support health plan Sep 22, 2009
Nor did they say anything about being constantly in bed with defense contractors and wasting billions and billions of dollars (far more than we spend on welfare for those lazy folks) to keep fat cats healthy and so retired generals have a place to go work after their careers are over ... "Nor did they say anything about being constantly in bed with defense contractors and wasting billions and billions of dollars (far more than we spend on welfare for those lazy folks) to keep fat cats healthy... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
When Baby Meets Your Pet Sep 18, 2009
Because cats tend to be more independent minded than dogs, most of the tips listed above tend to be more relatable to dogs. However, there are some myths about cats ... Myth: "Cats will try to smother babies." Truth: Bell said cats do NOT try to smother babies. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Feral cat problem lingers Sep 18, 2009
The proposed trap, neuter and release program for Ontario would, in time, reduce the number of feral cats running around in the city through attrition and is considered more humane than just eliminating them ... Feral cats, however, have posed a problem ... A self-described crazy cat lady, Lyon is disturbed by the large number of feral cats in the area. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
CAT BITES: Tips on how to prevent painful attacks, plus other news Sep 17, 2009
com recently posted an item on , asking people to give cats their distance but to remember a well adjusted cat never bites the hand that feeds it. - Two sites looking at how dogs just want to have fun: The ASPCA has a fun contest asking readers to decide thetop video from the. (USA Today -- Life)
Lead, arsenic found in products from handbags to car seats Sep 17, 2009
Consumers are also more conscious of the safety of pet products today because of melamine contamination in pet food in 2007, which caused many dogs and cats to develop kidney failure. One-quarter of all pet products and nearly half of all pet collars and tennis balls designed for dogs had detectable levels of lead. (USA Today)
Halloween Safety Tips for Homeowner... Sep 14, 2009
Cats may jump on tables and counters with Halloween lights and props while a dog may mistake guests for intruders, attacking them swiftly the minute the door is open. Some pets may also chew on the decorations or worse, on the electrical cords used to light up and decorate the house. (Suite101.com)
The cat's meow Sep 13, 2009
Cats communicate with other cats primarily by using body language ... Studies have shown that house cats vocalize a lot more with us than they do with one another ... They found that sometimes cats just purr, but when they need something, they add a little crying meow underneath the purr. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The economics of racism Sep 12, 2009
Our trouble, and that of most countries in the world, is that it is the 'workers' that keep the fat cats in government in power. Antagonise them and you lose your job. (iAfrica.com)
Patience a hard pill to swallow regarding Afghanistan Sep 9, 2009
They must be related to cats and rabbits, then because both of those species also do not ovulate until after they are bred ... It is interesting to note that a group of cats are called a clowder ... Female cats are seasonally polyestrous, which means they may have many periods of heat over the course of a year, the season beginning in January or February and ending in late October. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Jake Niall Matthew Scarlett produces another stellar finals performance in defence to confirm his ranking as one of the best. Read more Sep 8, 2009
Last year, as the Cats perished on grand final day - the cause of death a combination of self-inflicted wounds (inaccuracy) and Hawthorn's marksmanship - Scarlett stood like a defensive colossus amid the rubble. He eclipsed Lance ''Buddy'' Franklin, who had booted the century and averaged more than 4. (The Age, Australia)
How life of 'sweet kid' unraveled in adulthood Sep 7, 2009
" Meanwhile, back in South Lake Tahoe where Dugard had been kidnapped, her parents, Terry and Carl Probyn, held annual vigils and eventually split up in their pain over her disappearance. Bizarre behavior By 2000, there was still no hint back in eastern Contra Costa County that the Probyns' daughter was alive and captive - but the bizarre behavior that would eventually betray Phillip Garrido to authorities was beginning. Garrido started a business called God's Desire and held demonstrations... (San Francisco Chronicle)
JIM DODSON: Life of Riley: Dog Taught Us to Live Every Moment Sep 6, 2009
" But he was already asleep. 'Who's the Baby?' Naturally, we named him Riley, though the kids called him Riley the Rooster for that first year. I also nicknamed him "Bummy" because after that he never slept anywhere but our bed or with one of the kids. He was soon carrying their toys around in his mouth and chasing the barn cats everywhere. Being a son of winter, he adored the snow. Whenever I went out to dig out from a storm, Riley plunged wildly ahead of me into the deepest drifts, galloping... (The Pilot Newspaper)
Predictions: Barnhart Sep 5, 2009
Good luck to all the SEC teams except VOLS and kitten cats from the ugliest plains in eastern Siberia. ROLL TIDE. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
All About Pets- Helping homeless pets Sep 3, 2009
There is a strange phenomenon that you may not be aware of; black cats and dogs are less adoptable than other animals available for adoption ... They are decades-old buildings with cinderblocks and chain link for their dogs and fiberglass or stainless steel cages for their cats ... The superstition of black cats being unlucky or causing injury to people surrounding them is quite old. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
11 others winners in Daily Times contest Sep 2, 2009
The top 12 pets of the Daily Times Pet Calendar Contest included 10 dogs and two cats ... Big dogs, small dogs, older dogs, puppies and two cats will be featured in the Daily Times Pet Calendar after receiving the most votes out of 79 pets entered. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Kidnap victim key worker, suspect's clients say Sep 1, 2009
The pictures show tarps and large tents, under a thicket of tree branches, outfitted with beds and dressers, toys and knickknacks, and an odd collection of books - some about crime and many about cats. A "Welcome" sign hangs from one tree. (San Francisco Chronicle)
TimMarchmanInside Baseball A roster of stars and scrubs can be a disaster. Just ask the Mets. Aug 31, 2009
You really wonder how this team would do against the Sacramento River Cats. The problem isn't that these players shouldn't be playing -- someone has to take the field, and this is who they have. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
How to Choose a Pet Aug 29, 2009
Dogs and cats need bathing and brushing. They need regular health examinations. (Suite101.com)
Pet of the Week: Yoda Aug 29, 2009
This includes hamsters, snakes, cats, dogs, turkeys, parakeets etc. Pet owners are also encouraged to be in the pictures, but this is not a requirement. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Top 10: Best Gadgets in Games Aug 28, 2009
They're a space for people in offices to hang sappy motivational sayings, sometimes with cats on them. They cause you pain when you run into them at high speed. (IGN PS2)
Ask Dog Lady: No London, No France, but this dog digs her underpants Aug 28, 2009
After a lifetime of cats for pets, she is the first dog I ve ever owned, so I m a little new to dog behavior and manners. My question concerns a recent visit from my daughter who brought her new 2-year-old dog, a shepherd/husky mix. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
75 comment(s) Aug 24, 2009
tribea99 wrote on Aug 22, 2009 1:16 AM:" Good for you guys! How many people have lost their homes, had to move out of the area, because of a few fat cats wanted to get a little richer. Honestly, i'm surprised nothing has been done sooner.. GPC has hired temporary workers for what, maybe $9 or $10 bucks an hr to fill the positions of men and women who have worked at this plant, put their blood, sweat, and tears into making the Kents into millionaires. What ever happened to STRONG unions.. unions... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
* World News Quick Take Aug 23, 2009
A self-employed graphic designer methodically killed at least four of his girlfriends cats and tortured two others while the unsuspecting woman continued to adopt new ones over a four-month period, authorities said on Friday. Sean Lynde was arrested on Friday on charges including six counts of felony animal cruelty. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
• Back-to-school transition for dogs Aug 23, 2009
For information on obesity risks and ideal weight ranges for cats and dogs,visit. Copyright. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
CLICKS: Brady ... as good as new? Aug 15, 2009
"I just visited an out-of-town friend's house to feed/clean up after his cats ... and one of 'em hissed when I gave him/her the wrong omelette ...". "Thank god for ... how else would we know what Lacey Underall is up to these days -- 30 years since the filming of Caddyshack? ...". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Why Cats Scratch Furniture and Carp... Aug 12, 2009
Why Cats Scratch Furniture and Carpets. Why Cats Scratch Furniture and Carpets ... Why do cats scratch things. (Suite101.com)
SEE THEM SWEAT IN NEW JERSEY... Aug 12, 2009
" we catch-up with the Godfather of boxing, Lou Duva, who candidly recalls his humble beginnings in the fight halls of Paterson, rising through the boxing ranks, and some of his fondest memories in a storied career in the "sweet-science (The Drudge Report)
Earning a Pet's Trust Aug 11, 2009
Bonding Between Cats and Owners Can Take Time ... Cats have a reputation as being an "easy" pet, but they can be anything but ... Many cats are happy-go-lucky, loving, and curious. (Suite101.com)
Beanie Babies investment pays off (2) Aug 9, 2009
He had hundreds of special occasion bears, dogs, cats, caterpillars and more. It was going to have so much value. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Neither bug nor fly, but they sure are pretty Aug 8, 2009
DEET-based repellents are effective for people but Mr. Mizejewski says don't apply them to dogs or cats because DEET is not approved for pets. Chemical-free solutions include "aromatic herbal repellents," like lemon eucalyptus, which "work if applied frequently.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Hot Wall Street Caps Best July in 20 Years Aug 1, 2009
That's the REAL cost and until our people in office figure that out, we're going to continue to suffer while the fat cats get richer. by hungry1968-16 July 31, 2009 4:43 PM EDT. (CBS News)
Up for Adoption Jul 30, 2009
We are both declawed, laid back, loving, lap cats ... I like other cats and would especially like it if you d adopt me with my brother. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Can Indoor Cats Be Happy? Jul 29, 2009
Can Indoor Cats Be Happy ... Can Indoor Cats Be Happy ... Can Indoor Cats Be Happy. (Suite101.com)
Flying the man's-best-friendly skies Jul 28, 2009
The movie consisted entirely of cats running from a dog with a mini-cam strapped to its head cats running up trees, cats climbing curtains, cats trying to scale walls, cats jumping onto tables and knocking over coffee cups and on and on ... When we have a lot of cats on board, we show this, said the attendant, handing me a DVD entitled, Eat prey, love ... It's all scenes of cats hunting mice, birds and lizards. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Epstein lists 25 cars Jul 27, 2009
Is this guy the precedent for a big wave of copy cats. Comment by Go4it July 26, 2009. (The Palm Beach Post)
Adopting Two or More Pets Jul 26, 2009
Why Dogs and Cats are Better in Pairs ... I did the research and read several sources that recommended getting two cats for their own emotional well-being. (Suite101.com)
Adopting More Than One Pet, Part 1 Jul 24, 2009
I did the research and read several sources that recommended getting two cats for their own emotional well-being. I still wasn't sure if I was ready for that level of responsibility yet (and not sure if my apartment could handle it), but I headed to the local humane society just to see what my options were. (Suite101.com)
Rodeo clown legends meet during Deadwood 'Days' Jul 24, 2009
You can t organize rodeo clowns; that s like herding cats, Woerner said. Accustomed to moving as needed in the arena, group members like to settle in the Northern Hills for their get-togethers, and this is the second during the Days. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Better Days thrift store falls on hard times Jul 20, 2009
Between dogs and cats, we have about 165, Hull says. As always, she says, they get some abuse cases or pets like Lucy who were simply abandoned. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
The finest of felines Jul 19, 2009
Judge Loretta Karl said contestants are judged for their knowledge of cats; their care of cats; by the condition of their cats' fur; showmanship ability and creativity ... Both of the older kids also dressed their cats in costumes. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Transformed into a star Jul 18, 2009
That sounds really sad, like an old lady hanging out in the Hollywood Hills with my cats - my 55 cats. No, I'm social enough. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Humane society in need of donations Jul 15, 2009
Koenig said part of the problem is this time of the year is noted for cats having kittens ... Right now we have 30 kittens with cats in the nursing room and another 20 kittens who are up for adoption ... That's not including our regular group of adult cats. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
This place is purr-fect Jul 15, 2009
Owner Betty Davis is a life-long lover of cats ... The episode of Chronicle featured a boarding facility for cats in Maine; The Cat s Pajamas ... there s nothing like that around here just for cats. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Pet Talk: Here's The Vets' Scoop On Cats' 'Litter Box Issues' Jul 9, 2009
"It's the No. 1 reason cats present to behaviorists," says Karen Sue 00003226 da, a veterinarian/animal behaviorist who's appearing on 's Housecat Housecall this summer. She says "soiling issues" - or "litter box issues," as they're known - are very often as uncomplicated as the cat not liking the location of the litter box; too-infrequent cleaning by the owners; a recent shift to a different litter with a different scent or texture; or the fact that some cats dislike those covered litter boxes... (W-USA News, DC)
Dog day afternoons at the Billerica library Jul 7, 2009
Founded in 1990, the Delta Society also trains other animals to be therapeutic animals for disabled people including rabbits, cats, guinea pigs and birds. I heard a story that a mother shared with us about her 6-year-old that didn t want to read, just said, nope, no thank you. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Woman With McNair Recently Bought Gun Jul 7, 2009
A south Florida teenager accused of killing more than a dozen cats fits the profile of a sociopath and responded with laughter when police first spoke to him about the cat deaths, a detective said in an affidavit released Monday. (July 6). (News4Jax.com, FL)
