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June 2006 ArchivesBefore the big booms this July 4th, remember to take care of your dog! A reader emailed me to remind me that Fido hates fireworks. The Humane Society of the U-S says shelters across the country often get an influx of "fireworks dogs," and if you're not careful, one of those lost dogs could be YOURS. Make preparations now to prevent heartache later: --Resist the urge to take your pet to fireworks displays.
Does anyone know of any kennels that are taking "hurricane reservations" for pets? We have a reader who left a comment wondering if any were. She and her husband will most likely have to work through any hurricane, with little notice to get her pets to safety. Sooooo.. if YOU have a kennel.. or you know of a kennel that will take pets during hurricane evacuations, please leave it in the comments section. ...The Animal Alliance of Galveston County needs YOU! And, no, it's not to pick up any animal poop. You'll be picking up bicycles... among other things.. Here's the email from Denise Warren: ---------------------------- Animal Alliance of Galveston County, Inc. Volunteers are needed to assist at both events. We guarantee three things: you'll work hard, you'll have fun, and you'll help a good cause. All proceeds ... Maybe you've received an email warning about the dangers of raisins and grapes for your dog. Normally, when I get a "warning" email like that, I'll Google it to see if it's some sort of hoax or chain letter (see the Urban Legends Reference, one of my favorites). But reader Sheila in Galveston already did her homework, and wanted to warn me this grape warning is true! For more information on the dangers of grapes and raisins for your dog head here... and >> Continue reading: Grapes are NOT good for your dog! Are big changes ahead for Houston's city pound? A lot of local animal welfare workers sure hope so. They're banking on incoming director Kent Robertson to make a positive impact to improve conditions for both animals and employees at the shelter. In the meantime, former BARC employee Michelle Haberland is starting a supply drive for BARC. Here's what she writes: I am heading up a big drive for the Shelter, we need to collect sheets, towels, blankets, dog/cat food and treat, dog/cat toys, grooming products, cash, etc. I will be happy to go to homes ...
 Sonoma-Marin Fair, Petaluma  Pacemakers for people have been around for years. The devices send electric zaps to the heart to keep it beating regularly. The first human pacemaker was implanted back in 1960. I had no idea, however, that pacemakers are available for dogs. Here's a great story about an Arizona Yorkie who has a new lease on life after having a silver dollar size pacemaker put into his body: watch the video here. Drat! I was deleting a bunch of spam comments (I can't get away from that stuff, whether it's email or the blog) and I unintentionally tossed out some of your comments. I am very sorry; I enjoy the feedback. If you posted something and you notice it's gone to internet limbo, please feel free to repost. ...Anyone know of a GOOD mobile groomer who will go outside the Beltway? ...This was forwarded to me by Kappy Muenzer from Citizens for Animal Protection...It's an Action Alert from the Texas Humane Legislation Network: We have just learned the House of Representatives Leadership has assured the sponsors of the American Horse Slaughter Prevention Act (H.R. 503) that a vote on the measure will take place on the House floor before June 30. Have you seen the email warning that the cocoa mulch you might be using to landscape your yard is toxic to dogs? I've received so many I'm surprised I never posted this. And, as much as I hate spam, chain mail, and internet urban legends, this cocoa mulch thing is the real deal. The mulch contains caffeine and theobromine - two substances that are both toxic to dogs. Read more at Consumer Reports' website he...
I thought I was just about going to DIE after this morning's run. I got out the door by 7:15 to run, but after only 15 minutes I knew this was going to be a tough one. By the time I got home after another hour, I was soaking wet, tired, and dehydrated. I'm used to running in heat, and I'm not furry like my dogs, so I can only imagine how they would feel if I dragged them out the door to run with me: MISERABLE. In fact, I'd wager my older girl, Bailey, would probably get heat stroke (you can see a list of the symptoms of doggie heat strok... Someone was nice enough to email and tell me about The Houston Active Dogs Group. It's an internet-based group of dog owners who live in the Houston area and get together at city dog parks to socialize and let their dogs play. This nice email-er didn't leave her name, but she has a black lab named Charlie, and she's thinking of joining..... In any case, the group's next "meetup" is this Sunday .. Head to the website for information and to sign up. ...Here's a great story out of today's Houston Chronicle, highlighting one of the lesser know animal rescue groups in town: Wildlife Rehab and Education in Houston. While rescue crews were busy with humans who were trying to escape this week's flooding, Rehab volunteers took in animals that were displaced by the water. You can read the full Chronicle story here. ...
I've blogged (here and here) about BARC's incoming director, Kent Robertson, who's been roundly welcomed by many of Houston ardent animal welfare activists who hope he'll bring about some positive change at Houston's city pound. You'll have the opportunity to meet him in person at a reception this coming Sunday in the Heights. The Cooper Animal Clinic at 1136 Heights Boulevard ( >> Continue reading: Reception to welcome new BARC director
Mayyybeeee I'm beating this into the ground, but what with the comments on the Chihuahua backyard breeder dog, let me please remind all of you about BREED RESCUES! Local area breed rescues are always looking for qualified foster homes. Here's a note I just received from the Texas Great Pyrenees Rescue group: Well, the summer is upon us here in Texas and along with that is the large influx of Great Pyrenees needing rescue. As summer starts, we historically have more dogs needing rescue, but this summer seems especially busy for us. Hopefully, since it has st... This is from Kathy at Bunny Buddies: the fluffy ones need to "borrow" a business for their 10th anniversary party. Can you help? I'm President of Bunny Buddies, a rabbit rescue and foster network. Twice a year we host Bunny's Day Out- an adoption/social event and fundraiser. Our April event was held at the SPCA and we succesfully adopted out 9 of their bunnies. They were very impressed. We held it in the Education Rm but we really need a larger space and the SPCA doesn't allow fundraising for other groups on it's premises. I'm hoping that you or someone else who see this will contact us if they...  In case you haven't seen this, Georgia, a white German Shepherd who'd been missing three weeks has been found. GREAT NEWS!!! GEORGIA is HOME!!! 22 1/2 days later!!! On June 9, my daughter, Kristyn, received a phone call from a maintenance worker near Louisana St., only a couple of blocks away from Midtown, where Georgia broke free from her collar, was hit by a car, and ran off. CHUCKEY, Tenn. (AP) -- For all the frightening bear news in Tennessee in recent months, Rela Foshie didn't know what to do when a black bear she said had recently visited her back porch decided to let himself in on Thursday. "It came in the back door," she said. "I don't know how it got the door opened, but it did. He was in the hallway where the dog food was." Foshie ran to the bedroom of her home about 10 miles northeast of Greeneville, locked the door and grabbed her husband's rifle. ...UPDATE: A Boston terrier that went missing from his owner’s van at the Kemah Boardwalk last week is home. When most people saw Kevin Herrington and his dog, Lucas, they couldn't help but smile. The fur really could fly on TV's latest reality entry: It stars cats.
Despite critics, many people swear by the benefits of acupuncture. Now it's also being used to help sick pets. ...A woman angry that her new puppy had died pushed her way into a dog breeder's home and repeatedly hit her on the head with the dead Chihuahua, authorities said. Seagulls shouldn't fly between Bisons and Bulls. One of the birds found that out during last Sunday's Triple-A minor league game between the Buffalo Bisons and the Durham Bulls.
A popular White Rock Lake goose is on the loose. Or he may have gotten the noose.
Yes, it's hurricane time again. If you've already made plans for an evacuation, good for you. But, have you made plans for a pet evacuation? Katrina/Rita evacuees who were petowners know the difficulties and heartache that can come without a plan in place. So, as you are gathering your "Get Out Of Town" kit, assemble your pets', as well:
From the "grandmother" of Georgia, the missing White German Shepherd: FYI - I am going to be on hiatus for a couple of days.... You may see some posts from Michelle Homer, our web goddess at KHOU.com.... Just wanted to let you all know I haven't fallen off the face of the earth... just taking a temporary leave! ... The Texas Health Department is searching for two Pit Bull puppies sold out of the back of a pickup truck in wise county, northwest of dallas-fort wroth. Last February I had this blog post about a prison volunteer who worked with Safe Harbor Prison dogs, an organization that has inmates training shelter dogs. It was initially thought Toby Young had been kidnapped by an inmate who'd escaped. But it soon came to light she was part of the plan. Today, she pleaded guilty in court. From the Associated Press: As part of the deal, Toby Young will be sentenced to 21 months, said Leavenworth County prosecutor F...
Not that any month in particular is best for adopting a cat; any day of the year is, in my opinion, always a great day to add to your ... |
Did you get soaked today? Some of our readers and channel 11 viewers had flooded homes... stranded, along with their pets. But a little rain won't spoil the good hearts of animal friends. We have two bits of video of animal rescues: 
