Archive for December, 2007
Pet of the Week: Paddington
Paddington is a 10-year-old Keeshond available at the Washington County Humane Society. Paddington does not act his age, he loves to run and play. Can you provide this distinguished gentleman a forever home?
Posted: December 26th, 2007 under Pet of the Week.
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The Cost of Raising a Pet
Do you know the true cost of owning a pet? PetEducation.com, founded by two Minocqua, Wisconsin veterinarians, features charts to help you calculate the expenses. A cat can cost between $4,521.00 to $18,322.00 in its lifetime. A dog can bring costs of $4,242.00 to $38,905.00!
I often see ads online pleading for free or […]
Posted: December 20th, 2007 under Pet Health & Wellness.
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Pet(s) of the Week: Doc and Cody
Doc and Cody are two beautiful, long-haired cats waiting for a new home at the Columbia County Humane Society in Portage. These young ladies run and play like any kittens, despite the fact that each is missing a leg. These babies don’t know they have a disability, and they don’t know why […]
Posted: December 19th, 2007 under Pet of the Week.
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iPond: Cruel Torture Device or Internet Hoax?
This morning I heard about the iPond on the radio. It’s an iPod with the screen replaced by a tiny fish tank. A fish can be stuffed into the “tank” and carried around.
I am hoping that this is another Internet urban legend and bad case of Photoshop work like the Bonsai Kitten. […]
Posted: December 17th, 2007 under Abuse and Neglect.
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Pet of the Week: Zander
Zander is a snuggly, friendly tabby cat looking for a warm home. He was adopted a while ago and unfortunately, found as a stray a short time later. His adoptive parents didn’t want him back, so now Zander is homeless again. How could anyone not want this sweet boy?
Can you give Zander […]
Posted: December 12th, 2007 under Pet of the Week.
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New Animal Abuse Lessons for Milwaukee P.D.
Milwaukee police officers will now receive training on recognizing animal abuse. Officers will learn how to recognize signs of dogfighting along with general animal abuse and neglect.
Read more at jsonline.com.
Posted: December 10th, 2007 under Good News & Good People.
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Plenty of Dogs Available at WI Humane Society
The Wisconsin Humane Society in Milwaukee has an overload of dogs. Some are from other states, and the number of dogs coming into the shelter has increased with the cold weather. Can you bring a pup home for the holidays? A dog is much easier to care for than that pony the […]
Posted: December 7th, 2007 under Good News & Good People.
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Finding Pets their Happily Ever After
The Happily Ever After Animal Sanctuary has adopted out over 375 homeless animals in the Waupaca, Outagamie, Marathon and Brown county areas. The sanctuary takes in feral cats, lost dogs and other unwanted pets. The pets are cared for in a loving family environment until they can find new homes.
Read more at greenbaypressgazette.com
Posted: December 6th, 2007 under Good News & Good People.
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Pet of the Week: Pearl
Pearl is an Australian Cattle Dog mix. Like any Aussie, she’s full of energy and loves to play. At some point in her life, Pearl suffered a head injury. It doesn’t stop her from having fun, it just means she needs a little extra supervision. Pearl would love to join your […]
Posted: December 5th, 2007 under Pet of the Week.
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