Archive for February 2012
A New Breed of Television: DOGTV
Cox and Time Warner Cable have launched the first and only television network for dogs, DOGTV. Scientifically developed and tested for four years, DOG TV, “a new channel for man’s best friend,” aired for the first time last week in the San Diego market. Read more
16,307 Pets Find Unconditional Love During National Adoption Weekend
More than 16,000 pets found a forever home during the most recent PetSmart Charities National Adoption Weekend, just in time for Valentine’s Day. The event was held in partnership with nearly 2,000 animal-welfare organizations throughout North America, Canada and Puerto Rico. Read more
Festus the Three-Legged Therapy Dog
My best friend is a three-legged dog named Festus. He may look a bit odd, but he is an inspiration. Read more
David Lee Roth: Dog World
Van Halen’s lead singer surprised us with this entertaining look at working with herding dogs. Read more
A Call to Action in California
Please join animal lovers across California by writing to those in the California Legislature who hold the power of life and death over shelter animals.
Woman Pays Vet to Euthanize Dog, Finds it Living with New Owner 4 Months Later
Lisa Gossett’s one-year-old Chihuahua Lola was viciously mauled by another dog four months ago. The veterinarian told her the outlook was not good and gave her two choices.
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City: 8 Pound Chihuahua is a Danger to Society
She may be pretty in pink, but Windsor city officials say that an eight-pound dog named Misha is vicious. The city has named the three-year-old Chihuahua to its dangerous dog registry after she broke free and nipped a teenage girl in front of her home. Read more
The Day My Cat Called 911
I don’t know about you, but I like my Sundays slow and quiet. The bustle of another busy week leaves me in need of replenishment, and lazy Sundays are just the ticket for recharging before tackling another seven days of business challenges. Read more
10 Ways to Save Money on Veterinary Care
Yes! As a veterinarian who makes my living from veterinary medicine, I DO want you to save money on veterinary care! Read more
Happy Birthday Dog Smiles On Cue For a Hamburger
Imagur user w8Had uploaded this hilarious picture with the following note: “Today is my pup’s 10th birthday. I think she likes her present/dinner…” Read more
