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Archive for December, 2009
Meet Molly
Owner: Susan Abbott Location: Carrollton, Texas Pet: Molly Sex: Female Age: 7 years J.R. Terrier Mix What makes your pet’s tail wag? Molly loves to hear the word “cookies!”
Most Popular Pet Names 2009
Many of you may have received a new four legged friend over the holiday, and you may still be searching for the perfect name. Meeko didn’t make the cut this year, did yours? The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) conducted a survey among veterinarians and here are the top 10 [...]
Travel and Boarding During the Holidays
I have been lucky enough to have a wonderful pet sitter, Faith, take Meeko in when I’m away. I was doubly lucky to have one of my good friends take Meeko for the holiday. While there are some wonderful pet hotels, I have never boarded Meeko but would if I had to. If you [...]
Dog Thefts Remain on the Rise
The American Kennel Club continues to remind pet owners to heed warnings about an alarming rise in pet thefts. State houses across America have taken notice and are proposing laws to toughen penalties for those who steal pets. Through November 30th, the AKC has tracked more than 115 missing pets via incidents reported by news [...]
Toy Regulators: Zhu Zhu Pets Don't Pose Threat
A spokesman for the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission told The Associated Press the toy “is not out of compliance” with a new U.S. toy safety law that began taking effect this year. The agency did not test the toy. The California-based consumer group GoodGuide raised concerns last weekend over the presence of a potentially [...]
