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'Pick of the Litter' Digs Veterans, CSI

'Pick of the Litter' Digs Veterans, CSI
1 day ago - Thu, Nov 5
Everyday brings a wealth of new content to Zootoo.com -- from journals to answers, pet lovers are sharing what matters to them most. To make sure you are not missing out, "Pick of the Litter" is a new weekly Webisode where the best of Zootoo.com will be f… Read more

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Swine Flu Confirmed in Iowa Cat

Swine Flu Confirmed in Iowa Cat
1 day ago - Thu, Nov 5
Swine Flu Confirmed in Iowa Cat: Officials have confirmed what is believed to be the first case of swine flu to infect a feline in the 2009 strain of the H1N1 virus. Special contributor and veterinarian Patty Khuly, of PetMD.com, gives Zootoo the details.… Read more

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Pet Costume Party Leads to 'Puptials'

Pet Costume Party Leads to 'Puptials'
2 days ago - Wed, Nov 4
In downtown Manhattan, Great Danes and Cairn Terriers become superheroes and golf caddies for one night -- Halloween! And the place to show off their best costuming is at The Salty Paw's Howl-O-Ween Masquerade Party! Dozens of dogs came out … Read more

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Inmates Come to Animal Shelter's Rescue

Inmates Come to Animal Shelter's Rescue
3 days ago - Tue, Nov 3
ST. CLOUD, Fla. -- With a sour economy and a shrinking budget, one Central Florida county has come up with a novel way to keep its animal shelter open and running smoothly. That’s because Osceola County has looked to its jail for help.Read more

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New Yorkers Give $19K to Animal Rescue

4 days ago - Mon, Nov 2
On Tuesday, Oct. 27, New Yorkers generously donated $19,000 to the Glen Wild Animal Rescue at Unleashed, an Auction and Cocktail Party held at the Carlton Hotel in Manhattan. There were generous items donated to be auctioned off for t… Read more

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Turtles Saved by Federal Stimulus Money

4 days ago - Mon, Nov 2
LEON COUNTY, Fla. -- Matt Aresco has three and a half million reasons to smile. He's on a one man crusade to save turtles in North Florida and now has federal stimulus money to make it happen. "Turtles like to nest along the g… Read more

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NYC Marathoner Runs to Stop Dog Fighting

5 days ago - Sun, Nov 1
NYC Marathoner Runs to Stop Dog Fighting: For some, the New York City Marathon is all about finishing the race. For others, including several animal advocates, it's all about the animals. This is the story of one marathon runner who hopes to run dog fight… Read more

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Meet the Breeds: Gives Dogs, Cats the Limelight

1 week ago - Fri, Oct 30
NEW YORK -- Hundreds of dogs and cats gathered under one roof, and the only fighting was for an adoring crowd's attention. That was the scene on October 17 and 18 at the first annual Meet The Breeds convention, which was co-sponsored by the American Kenne… Read more

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AKC's Newest Breed: The Leonberger

1 week ago - Fri, Oct 30
NEW YORK -- The 2009 Meet The Breeds Convention at the Jacob Javits Center in New York was an opportunity to see an astounding variety of dogs and cats at the event on October 17 and 18. Sponsored by the American Kennel Club and Cat Fancier's Association,… Read more

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Eukanuba Celebrates 40 Years with Prebiotics

1 week ago - Thu, Oct 29
Eukanuba Celebrates 40 Years with Prebiotics: The pet food company Eukanuba celebrates its 40th anniversary -- and pet health -- by showcasing its line of prebiotic pet foods. NEW YORK -- The 2009 Meet The Breeds Convention at the Jacob Javit… Read more

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A Whole Art Gallery, Gone to the Dogs?

A Whole Art Gallery, Gone to the Dogs?

Have you ever wondered what the world looked like to a dog? Well what if "Spot" could draw a picture for you? In New York's neighborhood of Chelsea, t…

'Pick of the Litter' Digs Veterans, CSI

Everyday brings a wealth of new content to Zootoo.com -- from journals to answers, pet lovers are sharing what matters to them most. To make sure you …

Pet Costume Party Leads to

Pet Costume Party Leads to 'Puptials'

In downtown Manhattan, Great Danes and Cairn Terriers become superheroes and golf caddies for one night -- Halloween! And the place to show off their …

Inmates Come to Animal Shelter

Inmates Come to Animal Shelter's Rescue

ST. CLOUD, Fla. -- With a sour economy and a shrinking budget, one Central Florida county has come up with a novel way to keep its animal shelter ope…

New Yorkers Give $19K to Animal Rescue

New Yorkers Give $19K to Animal Rescue

On Tuesday, Oct. 27, New Yorkers generously donated $19,000 to the Glen Wild Animal Rescue at Unleashed, an Auction and Cocktail Party held at the Ca…

Turtles Saved by Federal Stimulus Money

Turtles Saved by Federal Stimulus Money

LEON COUNTY, Fla. -- Matt Aresco has three and a half million reasons to smile. He's on a one man crusade to save turtles in North Florida and now ha…

Meet the Breeds: Gives Dogs, Cats the Limelight

Meet the Breeds: Gives Dogs, Cats the Limelight

NEW YORK -- Hundreds of dogs and cats gathered under one roof, and the only fighting was for an adoring crowd's attention. That was the scene on Octob…

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AKC's Newest Breed: The Leonberger

NEW YORK -- The 2009 Meet The Breeds Convention at the Jacob Javits Center in New York was an opportunity to see an astounding variety of dogs and cat…

Eukanuba Celebrates 40 Years with Prebiotics

Eukanuba Celebrates 40 Years with Prebiotics

Eukanuba Celebrates 40 Years with Prebiotics: The pet food company Eukanuba celebrates its 40th anniversary -- and pet health -- by showcasing its lin…

City Dogs Lead Walk Toward Cancer Cure

City Dogs Lead Walk Toward Cancer Cure

For the first time in New York, Veterinary Pet Insurance hosted their K9K Pet Cancer Awareness Walk at Cadman Plaza in Brooklyn. People came out to wa…


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SURVIVAL

When 'Hope' Becomes 'Art' All Things Are Possible
Dozens of Doves Dumped in Queens Seek Homes
Puppy Survives After 'Flush' of Death

ALERTS & NOTICES

Pet Adoptions Soar as Internet 'Kill' Rumor Goes Viral
EPA Investigates Hundreds of Flea, Tick Products
Top 10 'Not So Ordinary' Pet People Named

PETLANTHROPY

Wine Icon Leaves Shelter $2.4M; More Pet News Briefs
NYC Makes it Easy for Pet Owners Needing Aid
Rescue Group 'Sacking' Vick with Newspaper Ads

LOST & FOUND

Facebook Connects Lost Cat with Owners
Lost Cat Found Alive in $27 Used Couch
Animal Control Dumps Lost Cat in City Park

ENTERTAINMENT

A Whole Art Gallery, Gone to the Dogs?
'Pick of the Litter' Digs Zootoo.com
Coffee Table Bliss: When 'Power of Now' Meets 'Mutts'

HEALTH & SCIENCE

Ex-Stockbroker Revitalizes Vet Care Options
Animal-Loving Engineer Pushes Medical Frontier
FDA: First Cancer Drug for Dogs Now Approved

ANIMAL ATTACKS

Dog Drags Infant from Crib; Dog Survives Drowning; Babies Understand 'Dog-Speak; Alligator Found in Colo.
Cougar Pounces But Scared Off by Small Dogs
Deadly Komodo Dragon Attacks on the Rise

CRIME & LAW

Free Speech v. Animal Abuse Images: Supreme Court Decides
Accident Heats Up Horse-Drawn Carriage Debate
Officials Hope China Dog Cull Averted

DEATHS & ACCIDENTS

Accident Heats Up Horse-Drawn Carriage Debate
Family Says Goodbye to Chanel, World's Oldest Dog
Baby Home, Dog Seeks New Home after Crib-Snatching Incident

INTERNATIONAL

Will the UN Soon Protect Animals?
Thousands of Pets Still Stranded after Typhoon
A Pig Named Sue Runs Obstacle Course