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Pets - CrowdStar Unveils Agile Business Model With Launch of Its Second Major - Market Wire

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

CrowdStar Unveils Agile Business Model With Launch of Its Second Major - Market Wire
‘Happy Pets’ — the new game from CrowdStar, lets you adopt kittens and take care of them as they grow into cats. ‘Happy Pets’ from CrowdStar is a fun, new game where you take care of adorable pets! You can watch them grow and be happy! DUBLIN
Source: www.marketwire.com

READER PHOTOS: November pets - Times Herald-Record
Do you have funny, cute or a really cool photo of your pet? We are going to launch a new pet section on our site soon and we want to feature your photos. All the photos will be posted online to a gallery
Source: www.recordonline.com

PETCO Offers Top Ten Gifts for Pets this Holiday Season - Yahoo Finance
SAN DIEGO, Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/ — ‘Tis the season of giving when millions of Americans will include their beloved pets on this year’s holiday shopping list. Whether the pet on their list has been naughty or nice this year, PETCO has a wide selection
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Tri-State’s Cutest Pets - WKRC
If there is one thing we’ve learned about our Local12.com viewers, it’s that you love your pets! This station will not store your email address or your recipient’s email address or use them in any way
Source: www.local12.com

Pets - Zhu Zhu Pets Gain Huge Popularity Among Children - Thaindian.com

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

Zhu Zhu Pets Gain Huge Popularity Among Children - Thaindian.com
Nov.10, (THAINDIAN NEWS) The effects of recession have made people use their money wisely and they have cut down on many expenses, yet market records state that recession has not affected the toy market very much. New toys that have been introduced
Source: www.thaindian.com

Free iPhone game: Touch Pets Dogs - Know Your Mobile
ngmoco has released yet another free iPhone game. This time it s a Nintendogs rival in the shape of virtual pet simulator Touch Pets Dogs. It lets you take on the care of a puppy from one of seven breeds, including Jack Russell, Labrador and
Source: knowyourmobile.com

Pets of the Week - Texarkana Gazette
The pets of the week are Magic, a black male cat in cage C32 and a black and white female collie dog in cage S12. The Animal Care and Adoption Center of Texarkana, Ark., has 81 dogs, 30 puppies, 38 cats and six kittens for adoption, said a shelter
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Pets in distress - Independent
IT isn’t just humans who are suffering the brunt of the current economic downturn. The number of pets being abandoned has risen sharply over the last year. During the boom years, prices for horses and ponies went skyward, for example. The newly
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Pet Talk: Prepare yourselves and your pets for a fire disaster - OregonLive.com
View full size The Associated Press Pet-sized oxygen masks are becoming standard equipment for firefighters. In Clarendon, Vt., in 2007, Nancee Schaffer of the Rutland Area Disaster Animal Response Team demonstrated a mask on Maple, a shepherd-mix. A
Source: www.oregonlive.com

World of Warcraft s Virtual Pets Could Raise Real Money - CNBC
On the surface, a video game opening a virtual pet store doesn t sound like something investors should care too much about. But when that game is World of Warcraft, the stakes change. Blizzard Software World of Warcraft ‘pet.’ There are, at
Source: www.cnbc.com

Kids, pets don t have to mean losing your look - Nashua Telegraph
Photo by THE WASHINGTON POST After: A multi-functional, family-friendly space designed by Liz Levin. “You can have a pulled-together house without succumbing to all the giant plastic baby-proofing things,” Levin says Enlarge Photo by THE
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Viruses can pass from humans to pets - Winnipeg Free Press
There is nothing more comforting when you’re sick than snuggling with the family pet. When I’m ill, having a ball of fur sit beside me rivals any form of over-the-counter pain medication. Pets seem to possess rehabilitative properties. Perhaps that’s
Source: www.winnipegfreepress.com

Rabies shots will be available for Bayonne pets - Bridgeton News
Richard J. McCormack/For The Jersey Journal The pets of Bayonne residents will be able to receive their rabies shots this Saturday. Bayonne will hold a free rabies vaccination clinic for pets on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the firehouse at 16th
Source: www.nj.com

Pets - Putnam County proposes limit on pets per home - Nashville Tennessean

Monday, November 9th, 2009

Putnam County proposes limit on pets per home - Nashville Tennessean
BAXTER, Tenn. Residents in one Middle Tennessee county are complaining about a proposal to limit how many cats and dogs people can have at their homes. The ordinance has been proposed by the codes inspector in Baxter, Bob Lane, who says he’s had
Source: www.tennessean.com

Church’s latest pet project attracts new worshippers - Jackson Clarion-Ledger
there’s love, there’s God in some fashion,” said Eggebeen, himself a dog lover. “And when we love a dog and a dog loves us, that’s a part of God and God is a part of that. So we honor that.” The weekly dog service at Covenant Presbyterian is
Source: www.clarionledger.com

Officials: Swine flu confirmed in Iowa cat - KVUE
DES MOINES, Iowa — The swine flu virus has been confirmed in a cat treated The 13-year-old cat was treated in Ames, Iowa, and is recovering. The veterinarian who treated the cat, Dr. Brett Sponseller, says two of the three people in the same
Source: www.kvue.com

FDA: Some Pig Ears, Beef Hooves Tainted - OfficialWire
WASHINGTON, D.C. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning pet owners not to use pig ears and beef hooves produced by Pet Carousel Inc. due to possible contamination. The FDA says the products, distributed nationwide for sale in pet food and
Source: officialwire.com

Four-legged friends welcome at Los Angeles church s Canines at - Tuscaloosa News
Donna Merz with her dog Gracie attend services at at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Los Angeles Nov. 1, 2009. The 30-minute worship, complete with individual doggie beds, canine prayers and a tray of dog treats for the offering, is intended to
Source: www.tuscaloosanews.com

Pets - Animals need to be closely watched for flu: WHO - Hindu Business Line

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

Animals need to be closely watched for flu: WHO - Hindu Business Line
GENEVA: Some pigs, turkeys and household pets have become infected with the H1N1 flu, but the pandemic virus does not yet appear to be spreading quickly among animals, the World Health Organisation has said. The WHO spokesman, Mr Gregory Hartl, said
Source: www.thehindubusinessline.com

Cleveland Leader - Cleveland Leader
Iowa vet David Schmitt says: “Indoor pets that live in close proximity to someone who has been sick are at risk. It is wise to monitor their health to ensure they aren’t showing signs of illness.” If your cat shows signs of flu-like illness
Source: www.clevelandleader.com

Keep pets safe from H1N1 swine flu - Fond du Lac Reporter
Pet owners need not be alarmed because one cat has been diagnosed with swine flu, says local veterinarian Dr. Marty Greer. An Iowa cat has become the first of its species to come down with a confirmed case of H1N1 flu, officials said Wednesday. The
Source: www.fdlreporter.com

LA Church Invites Pets into Pews - AOL
LOS ANGELES — When the Rev. Tom Eggebeen took over as interim pastor at Covenant Presbyterian Church three years ago, he looked around and knew it needed a jump start. Most of his worshippers, though devoted, were in their 60s, attendance had
Source: news.aol.com

Pets - Flu for pets - Fido has his own virus - Thecalifornian.com

Friday, November 6th, 2009

Flu for pets - Fido has his own virus - Thecalifornian.com
Does Fido need a flu shot? Is Kitty dry hacking more than a fur ball? In this age of flu fear, vets are recommending some pets get vaccinated but not for what you may think. Despite reports that a 13-year-old short-haired cat in Iowa contracted
Source: www.thecalifornian.com

Friday wine tasting at Morris Museum aids homeless pets - Recorder Community Newspapers
CHATHAM TWP. - Wine, art and animal lovers are invited to a Fall Wine Tasting from 6 to 9 p.m. this Friday, Nov. 6, at the Morris Museum, 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morris Township, to benefit homeless pets. Main Street Wine Cellar in Madison, in
Source: www.recordernewspapers.com

Pets and Pet Supplies - Baltimore Sun
The Food and Drug Administration is warning dog owners not to use treats made from pig ears or beef hooves by Pet Carousel because they may be tainted with salmonella. The products made by the Sanger, Ca., company were distributed nationwide
Source: www.baltimoresun.com

Could Humans Infect Pets With H1N1? - Discovery News
Nov. 6, 2009 — Until this week, many veterinarians asserted that it was a myth that house cats could catch the deadly H1N1 flu from their owners. Those veterinarians, along with other health experts, are revising their views after an Iowa Department
Source: dsc.discovery.com

Can You Give Your Pets H1N1 Flu? - Boston Channel
BOSTON — You already know your pet gives you lots of love and you probably give your cat or dog plenty of affection as well, but you may want to take care to avoid giving Fido or Socks your flu virus. This week, a domestic cat in Iowa became the
Source: www.thebostonchannel.com

Pets of the week for Nov. 6 - Duluth News Tribune
This is LADY, a 5-year-old black Labrador retriever who is available for adoption through Animal Allies Humane Society. Lady is a big ball of sweet and although she s not a pup anymore, she s still quite lively and loves to play. She loves
Source: www.duluthnewstribune.com

Toys, pets and childhood grace pages of Prairie Writers Guild, volume - Iroquois County Times-Republic
The latest volume of the Prairie Writers Guild collection was distributed at Wednesday night’s unveiling. Copies of “From the Edge of the Prairie” were giving to the authors at a dinner held at the City Office and Pub. The group talked about how to
Source: newsbug.info

Pets - Land Cruiser is more eco-friendly than your dog! - Zee News

Saturday, October 24th, 2009

Land Cruiser is more eco-friendly than your dog! - Zee News
According to a report in New Scientist, the research was done by Robert and Brenda Vale, two architects who specialise in sustainable living at Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand. As well as guzzling resources, cats and dogs
Source: www.zeenews.com

Pets get into Halloween spirit, too - Billings Gazette
Pugs Mochi, left, and Olive pose dressed in their Halloween costumes as flowers. The two have been geisha girls, surfer girls and sushi on past holidays.(AP Phot) An Arabian horse in Idaho may go as Mickey Mouse, and a black cat in Minnesota will
Source: www.billingsgazette.com

PHOTOS: Pets of the week - Times Herald-Record
The following animals are available for adoption from area non-profit animal shelters and rescues. Adoption fees are required and vary from shelter to shelter. These organizations are non-profit and rely on donations and adoption fees to continue
Source: www.recordonline.com

Book: Dogs as Bad as SUVs for Environment - MyFox Atlanta
(MYFOX NATIONAL) - A new book claims that pet dogs are as bad for the environment as driving an SUV, and suggests that dog owners should consider doing without, downsizing or even eating their pets to help save the planet, according to NewScientist
Source: www.myfoxatlanta.com

Petitude Online Pet Store Releases New Designs of Pet Accessories - PR-USA.net
Petitude.com.au, 2008 eBay Australia Top Store awardee and Australia’s premiere online pet store, selling fashionable and stylish range of premiere yet affordable pet products, today releases its new designs of pet accessories for both your favorite
Source: pr-usa.net

Does Your Estate Plan Include Your Pets? - ElderLawAnswers.com
Have you considered your pet or pets when planning your estate? If not, you should, according to The Humane Society of the United States, the nation’s largest animal protection organization. “Since pets have shorter life spans, people don’t think to
Source: elderlawanswers.com

Sooners, crooners and pets - Daily Oklahoman
Here s a look back at the week in metro news. Sports. Sam Bradford holds a news conference. Or he doesn t. But he might. And that s the last thing Bob Stoops is going to say about that. Pets. A Tecumseh couple rescue nearly 100 dogs
Source: www.newsok.com

Commission: Punish troops who abandon pets - Air Force Times
Airmen who adopt pets when stationed overseas and then abandon those animals when they move should face criminal charges, according to a commission on military justice. Because this abuse and abandonment often takes place overseas and is beyond
Source: www.airforcetimes.com

AP Poll: Pet owners willing to go mouth-to-muzzle - Citizen
LOS ANGELES (AP) Most pet owners would leap into action for an injured pet, even if it meant risking dog breath by going mouth-to-snout. Fifty-eight percent of pet owners 63 percent of dog owners and 53 percent of cat owners would be at
Source: www.citizen.com

Pets - Poll: Most pet owners would perform CPR on pets, but few are prepared - KENS 5

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

Poll: Most pet owners would perform CPR on pets, but few are prepared - KENS 5
LOS ANGELES - Most pet owners would leap into action for an injured pet, even if it meant risking dog breath by going mouth-to-snout. Fifty-eight percent of pet owners 63 percent of dog owners and 53 percent of cat owners would be at least
Source: www.kens5.com

PHOTOS: Pets of the week - Times Herald-Record
The following animals are available for adoption from area non-profit animal shelters and rescues. Adoption fees are required and vary from shelter to shelter. These organizations are non-profit and rely on donations and adoption fees to continue
Source: www.recordonline.com

News Review From Harvard Medical School — Illegal Turtle Pets - InteliHealth
More and more people have pets at home. Animals can be good for the growth and development of children. Some pets are from faraway places. Others (for example, reptiles, rodents and birds) make unusual pets. But animals also can expose humans to
Source: www.intelihealth.com

Pets - Fire Claims Elderly Couple, Pets - The Ledger

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

Fire Claims Elderly Couple, Pets - The Ledger
The Franklin County Sheriff s Office found the remains of 80-year-old A.J. Thompson and 71-year-old Joyce Thompson in what was left of the Alligator Point home Monday. The cause of the fire hasn t been determined, but authorities say the house
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Pets - Halloween costumes, decorations could harm pets - Savannah Morning News

Friday, October 16th, 2009

Halloween costumes, decorations could harm pets - Savannah Morning News
My little terrier mix Bobo loved Halloween. Shaped like a football with stubby legs and covered wiry black and gray hair, Bobo sported a natural Mohawk hairdo that could be moussed for great effect. I never dyed it, but the temptation was there
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Safety tips for pets wearing Halloween costumes - Citizen
If Halloween means a costume for your pet, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has some safety tips: A costume should not constrict an animal’s movement or hearing. It should not impede his ability to breathe, bark
Source: www.bing.com

Paris Hilton Targeted By Peta Activists Over Pig - New Kerala
The hotel heiress announced on Friday (09Oct09) she was adding a pot bellied pig named Princess Piglette (sic) to her menagerie of pets after ordering the Royal Dandie from a pig breeder in Oregon. Her representative told TMZ.com, ‘Paris is thrilled
Source: www.bing.com

ASPCA to Honor Nora the Piano-Playing Cat - 1010Wins
NEW YORK (AP/ 1010 WINS) — A piano-playing cat who became an Internet star will be honored by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at its annual awards luncheon. The 5-year-old gray tabby was adopted from a shelter in Cherry
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Swedes divided over bunny biofuel - BBC Europe
The bodies of thousands of rabbits are fuelling a heating plant in central Sweden, local newspapers say. The city of Stockholm has an annual cull of thousands of rabbits to protect the capital’s parks and green spaces. The rabbits, not native to
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Ex-SPCA staff fear policy dooms pets - Stuff
Former Waikato SPCA workers and volunteers claim a new policy will see the organisation put down more abused and distressed animals. They say they are also worried that inexperienced staff at the organisation will not cope with the busy upcoming
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Microchips Aid In Pet-Owner Reunification - Post Chronicle
Ohio State University researchers say they’ve determined stray pets implanted with a microchip have an excellent chance of being reunited with their owners. Assistant Professor Linda Lord said her team found the return-to-owner rate for cats was 20
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Scared pets? Keep them inside, offer tasty food this Diwali - Thaindian.com
New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Even the most cocky of pets is scared of fireworks. So pamper your favourite dog, cat or bird with water, food, reassurance and patting inside the home as the crackers go off on Diwali . Dogs hear on a much higher
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Poll: Most pets going bare this Halloween; is yours? - Daily Comet
LOS ANGELES There s an Arabian horse in Idaho who may go as Mickey Mouse and a black cat in Minnesota who will turn into a skunk or a witch, but the majority of pets in America will be bare this Halloween. Method for AP-Petside.com poll on pets
Source: www.bing.com

Pets - Parenting Perspective: Managing the Family Dog - WPVI

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009

Parenting Perspective: Managing the Family Dog - WPVI
October 14, 2009 (WPVI) — I remember when I was pregnant with Luke, talking during a commercial break with Rick Williams about my dogs. He told me: “before you have children, your pets are your kids. Once you have kids, everything changes and your
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Zhu Zhu Pets Going Fast But Still Hard To Find - HULIQ.com
Target, Walmart, Toys”R”Us are totally out of stock for online purchases. Sears, Kmart, Kohl’s don’t even have them listed. Amazon.com and EBAY still have Zhu Zhu Pet Hamsters and accessories, but at a slightly higher than advertised price, according
Source: www.bing.com