Pet Supply in the News
States grapple with exotic, dangerous petsCOLUMBUS, Ohio — The bear that recently killed a caretaker in a Cleveland suburb was the latest example of animal violence in a state that has some of the nation’s weakest restrictions on exotic pets and among the highest number of injuries and deaths caused by them.
Austin Pets Alive! opens new doorsAustin Pets Alive! is opening a new facility in South Austin that will help save the lives of an additional 1,000 animals.
Austin Pets Alive Holds Open HouseOn Wednesday Austin Pets Alive held an open house at its new adoption and resource center in South Austin.
Classroom pets a motivator for studentsBooks, pencils and pets. It might not sound like the standard school supply but some teachers say having pets in the classroom is a good way to motivate students. Even kids say animals helps them learn responsibility.
Partners for Pets fundraiser a successPartners for Pets surpassed its goal to raise $1,000 to fix the animal shelter’s air conditioning unit.
Include pets, elderly in personal storm prepsNORFOLK – Preparing for Hurricane Earl or any emergency means making sure your loved ones, pets and home can safely weather the storm. While forecasters don’t believe Earl will devastate eastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina, they do expect high winds and some localized flooding that could create problems. Emergency management officials say residents should be ready for power outages ...
Pets now allowed on NC restaurant patiosRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- Pet owners across North Carolina don't have to worry about doggy bags anymore. They now can take their furry friends to join them at some of the state's outdoor restaurants. A new public health rule that took effect Wednesday gives food service establishments the option to permit dogs and cats in outdoor dining areas. Those pets must be restrained, can't come into contact ...
Adoptable Pets of the Week As we've been mentioning , Chicago's Animal Care and Control is swamped with pets after taking in over 50 cats from a local animal hoarder. Last week we featured some of the overwhelming number of cats that ACC needs to adopt into loving homes to make room at the city's shelter. This week, we're taking a look at some of the cats. And don't forget, if you don't see a pet you love ...
Austin Pets Alive shelter opensA new home for thousands of animals in Austin opened Wednesday morning. The Austin Pets Alive Shelter will help Austin achieve it's no-kill status. The Austin Pets Alive! Shelter at 2807 Manchaca Road near S. Lamar takes in animals from the Town Lake Animal Center that are considered un-adoptable. The shelter cares for, trains, and then finds new homes for the pets. The non-profit organization ...
Fairfax County adopt a petFairfax County Animal Shelter , 4500 W. Ox Rd., makes pets available for adoption by residents of Fairfax, Arlington, Loudoun and Prince William counties, as well as Vienna, Fairfax City, Falls Church and Alexandria. More pets can be seen at http://www.petharbor.com . Animal viewing and adoption... United States - Fairfax - Virginia - Counties - Fairfax County