Hamsters, lizards and hedgehogs not allowed for kids younger than five

Now parents have an official scientific excuse to say “no” to their children’s pleas to get them a hamster or an amphibian. The Journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics has released a report stating...

Coyotes in Dunbar

Just got this through a mailing list I am on:""Just a heads up to all our neighbours in the southwest section of Dunbar.Every morning this week we have encountered a pair of coyotes while walking our dog at 6:30 am.  Tuesday through Thursday the animals were close...

Millionaire Mansion Murder: Kirstie Foster's Friends Mount Youtube Tributes

Friends of tragic murdered school girl, Kirstie Foster, 15, believed killed by her father, ruined businessman, Christopher Foster, 55, at their mansion in Shropshire, by a bullet to the back of the head and...

Bitter Sister-In-Law Speaks of "Power Mad" Christopher Foster

The sister of tragic murder victim, Jill Foster, 49,wife of dissolute businessman Christopher Foster, 55, who shot his family and pets, torched his home and killed himself, Anne Giddings, 57, has spoken out.  Mrs Giddings is aunt to the couples' tragic...

Foreclosure and Family Pets

It is certainly not the year for American families. With the foreclosure crisis still enduring, many families are finding themselves unable to make ends meet because of the soaring prices of basic commodities and...

This Dog is Voting For Obama

After watching the presidential debates and listening to countless pundits, I believe Barack Obama is the best candidate to serve the needs of Canine Americans.He is the candidate of hope.  I know this because it...

Finally! A community Site for Bird Lovers

Enter BirdPulse.com - A bird lovers community site, by bird lovers for bird lovers. You can create your own personal profile, connect with other members, join or create groups, share photos stories and videos, find...

Physical rehab helps keep pets moving Therapy can ease pain, improve mobility...

" Mikey was hit by a car, fracturing his upper front leg. Mocha had severe degenerative joint disease that affected his elbows, hips, knees and back. Doc had a painful ruptured disk, causing him to be unable to use...

Baldness drug causes heart failure in cats

Vets have warned men using hair growth stimulants to keep their pets away from their head after a Sydney cat went into heart failure after licking its owner's scalp. Ed Dunn, of Bondi, thought Luna, his 11-year-old domestic shorthair cat was just being playful on August 3,...

Blood Shortage for Critically Ill Pets

North America has an ongoing critical shortage of animal blood for veterinary use because demand for blood products continues to climb as clinics perform more and more sophisticated procedures.  Dogs, cats or...

Pets: Latest Casualties of Foreclosure

Animal shelters have been experiencing an increase in activity these past months as numerous distressed homeowners in the brink of foreclosure decide to give up their pets. According to the American Humane...

Texas Dog Scouts Equip Firefighters with Pet Resuscitators

Fido and Fifi can rest easy in Texas house fires as fire crew are now equipped with pet ventilators.  Helping "Man's Best Friend" to breathe easy!   " Dog Scouts helping Dallas-Fort Worth pets breathe...

Struggling to find a dog's house

Thousands of dogs and cats face a bleak future in Britain because their owners are being forced to rent homes due to a housing downturn and landlords will not accept pets " Landlords are in the dog-house with a...

For the dog that has everything: Botox and a massage

One area of the economy that has escaped recession is pet care. Despite the credit crunch, it's booming. According to the New York Times, American consumers spent $49bn (£25bn) on pet products and services last year, up $11.5bn from 2003, with health care and cosmetic...

Why should I need to spay or neuter *my* pets?

As we have probably all heard: "If you are not part of the solution, then you are part of the problem."  I believe in this situation, it does hold true.First, my credentials: I do not have any training in...

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