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Litchfield Park dog wins grand prize in national video contest
A Litchfield Park student will soon see her dog's face all over pet-supply packaging sold nationwide. Her 3-year-old Jack Russell terrier's stunts earned him the grand prize in the Pet Games Video Contest sponsored by cleaning-supply company Bissell Homecare Inc.
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Dogs bark for Barack and McCanine'
Maybe it was inevitable in a year when one candidate's first name is only two letters different from "bark," but this election has really gone to the dogs.
Calif. lapdogs can stay just that in moving cars
Hollywood celebrities can continue to drive with animals nestled in their laps.
Dogs can be office's best friend, too
Ron Ostlund keeps a bag of potato chips in one of his desk drawers at his office at Riviera Pools. He stashes a jar of cashews there, too.
Fido, may I have this dance?
In the same way it has never occurred to you that your cat can run the vacuum, it probably has never occurred to you that your dog can dance - dance with you, in fact.
Humane Society suffers major damage in storm, needs donations
The Arizona Humane Society is asking for donations to help recover from flooding at its Nina Pulliam Mason Campus after a monsoon storm two weeks ago left some offices and kennels soaking in up to 11 inches of water.
Water therapy helps dogs gain mobility
Soothing, warm water, gentle massage and periodic snacks sound like services fit for a high-end spa, but a South Sound veterinarian is offering similar treatments for man's best friend.
Dog services feel pinch in tough economy
A turbulent economy has local and national non-profit groups that train service dogs worried that they won't be able to train enough animals like Buddy, the German shepherd in Scottsdale who dialed 911 last week after his owner had a seizure.
Pet photography contest to aid West Valley Art Museum
Although tough economic times might make for dust on museum doors, two West Valley museums are coming up with different ways to pay the bills and keep the community engaged with the arts.
1st dogs said born from frozen ova
Chihuahua lovers lured by movie should think first
Most of us would be excited to see our best friend in a movie, but Lynnie Bunten has mixed feelings about ''Beverly Hills Chihuahua.''
Home builder aids animal adoption
The renowned new home builder, Toll Brothers, is teaming up with the Arizona Humane Society to help find homes for dogs and cats.
Woofstock Dog Walk to aid service society
Basically, it's a big, open-air celebration recognizing how much Chandler families love their dogs.
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Shauna's Paw Spa & Pet Boutique serves the pampered and mangy
Shauna's Paw Spa & Pet Boutique opened in May. The spa offers grooming, boarding, day care and nail care for some of Surprise's most pampered pets.
Shauna's Paw Spa & Pet Boutique in Surprise
Global warming can make pets' allergies worse
28 puppy-mill beagles get new lease on life in Valley
The beagles napped, howled, played and ate at an Avondale home Sunday shortly after Arizona Beagle Rescue gave them shelter and medical attention.
Mouth to Meow-th: Mass. firefighter revives cat
A lucky cat owes one of its nine lives to a firefighter who revived it with mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Animal rescue scrambles to find home
A Cave Creek animal-rescue agency is scrambling to find a new building after its landlord, a veterinarian's office, opted not to renew its lease.
Animals at no-kill shelter
Animals survive the storm
Pets fared far better in Hurricane Gustav than in Katrina, experts say. Early reconnaissance by rescuers who have been allowed into storm-damaged areas indicates the vast majority of pets were evacuated with their owners and thousands of evacuees took advantage of the pet-friendly centers and transportation made available.
Cats rescued after apparently starting house fire
Chattanooga firefighters rescued several cats during a house fire that investigators say was probably caused by the cats themselves.
About 1,000 dogs are rescued from W.Va. kennel
The longtime owner of a Parkersburg-area dog kennel has surrendered her approximately 1,000 dogs to humane officials after authorities executed a search warrant on the property over the weekend.
Mutt-i-grees Club: Where mongrel is the new pedigree
Mutts are getting a whole lot more respect. Already riding a surge of unprecedented popularity, dogs of mixed or unknown heritage are getting another boost.
Pets are living longer, but not without a price
Susan Davis has three cats, two dogs, guinea pigs and a bearded dragon. She estimates that in the past five years, she has spent $10,000 on visits to the veterinarian and on medications.
Feisty puppy scares off 3 bears in NJ back yard
Whether his bark was worse than his bite, Pawlee's tactic worked just fine. These three bears got the hint and took off.
California lawmaker's bill bans driving with dogs on lap
First they came for your cell phone. Now, the dog. The California state Senate on Wednesday passed a bill that would make it illegal for drivers to keep pets on their laps.
No-kill pet shelter struggles to survive
The shelter, and volunteer foster families, care for about 80 abused, injured, neglected or abandoned dogs and cats
Disabled turtle finds romance after getting wheels
Arava the disabled turtle is using her new set of wheels to get around in more ways than one. Officials at the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo say the 10-year-old spurred tortoise has begun mating since being fitted with a custom skateboard to overcome paralysis of her hind legs.
Animal Planet filming 'Cops' series in Phoenix
Animal Planet is back in Phoenix, this time to feature police animal cruelty cases for Animal Cops.
Water running again after copper pipes stolen from animal shelter
The water pipes were stolen from Maricopa County Animal Care and Control.
Thieves hit Mesa hard | Pipes stolen from shelter
An idea whose time has come: The time-share dog
Penny De Los Santos wanted a dog but traveled too much to care for one full time. So, she opted for the next best thing: a time-share pet.
Mewing models slink into NY hotel fashion show
Show cats dressed in everything from an Elvis costume to a sequined satin dress planned to their stuff at New York's Algonquin Hotel.
Famous fat cat visits vet, put on a diet
New Jersey's most famous fat cat "looks great," after an initial visit to the vet by the 44-pound feline -- known to the world as "Prince Chunk" -- found no immediate signs of health problems.
9 puppies rescued from beneath classroom
Volunteers helped remove the dogs from a Phoenix middle school.
Foster families give pets new lease on life
Home foreclosures and broader economic woes have led to a higher-than-normal number of pets being dropped off at Valley shelters.
Residents foster pets
Rachael Ray launches new pet food
Rachael Ray going to the dogs with new pet food.
The canine mutiny
Dog owners are downsizing.
Fat cat's origins uncovered: He was abandoned
A 44-pound cat found lumbering around New Jersey was abandoned by a woman who said her home was foreclosed, an animal shelter official said.
Cat weighs in at 44 lbs.
Hyperthyroid disease in cats
The thyroid is a bi-lobed organ in the mid to upper region of the trachea of many species.
Beagle lost 5 years reunited with family
Rocco, a beagle who strayed from a New York City yard, has been found 850 miles away in Georgia and reunited with his owners
Popularity drives breed selection
Uno the beagle, Westminster's first-ever beagle winner of best-in-show, may be starting a trend.
In poll of pet owners, McCain tops Obama
If the presidential election were up to pet owners, John McCain could have a blue ribbon in his future.
Was it an arson? This dog's nose knows
Sadie, a Labrador, can smell flammable liquids.
Rescued pit bulls make behavioral progress
When football superstar Michael Vick pleaded guilty last year to conspiring to run a dogfighting operation, we knew he had kept about 50 pit bulls on his 15-acre property in rural Surry County, Va. We knew the dogs were chained to car axles near wooden hovels for shelter. And we knew the dogs that didn't fight were beaten, shot, hanged, electrocuted or drowned.
'Foreclosure pets' filling Valley shelters
People losing homes often give up animals.
FDA approves Pfizer antibiotic for cats, dogs
The FDA has approved a single-dose antibiotic from Pfizer Inc. for cats and dogs, shortening treatment from two weeks to one day.
Helmsley reportedly leaves $8B to canine care
Animal welfare groups must be panting: Leona Helmsley reportedly directed that her fortune - up to $8 billion - be used for the care and welfare of dogs.
Captain Doo is asking you to pick up poo
In a summer dominated by the cinematic superheros, Gilbert is employing its own caped crusader to combat dog poop at parks.
Captain Doo finds the pooh
DNA tests reveal dogs' mixed-breed mystery
Through the marvels of DNA testing, dogs of vague or unrecognizable ancestry - whether fluffy white mongrels with Chihuahua ears and beagle-like voices or massive hounds that resemble nothing previously seen in nature - are being exposed for what they really are, genetically speaking.
Injured officer gets career tip from her own pets
Heather Uptegrove loved being a police officer and leading an active lifestyle. But Uptegrove lost the ability of draining the stress out of her life with a brisk jog through the neighborhood after an on-duty car accident on Sept. 13, 2003.
Ugliest dog: 3 legs, 1 eye, no hair, all winner
Chinese Crested wins World's Ugliest Dog contest
Gilbert neighbors trapping feral cats for sterilization
Northwest Gilbert neighborhood takes action against troublesome felines.
Feral cats on the prowl
A look back: Couple trying to save cats before moving
A different kind of Iraq vet
More than 7,500 miles from home, Phoenix veterinarian David Rice is Lt. Col. David Rice of the U.S. Army Veterinary Service.
Workouts for six legs
It's not easy doing a standing-up rowing maneuver with a stretchy band while holding on to two leashed dogs, each doing its seeming best to yank your arms from their sockets. But this is what you get on a Bow Wow Workout -- and no one in our group seems to be complaining.
Feline geneticist traces origin of the cat
They're fierce hunters and purring companions, subject of ancient paintings and modern-day cartoons, barnyard necessities and companions of single women everywhere.
Tailing a human trend, health food now going to the dogs
Consumers have been displaying a hearty appetite for all things healthy, natural and vitamin-infused. Consumer companies are pushing that trend a step further, into the heart of the canine world.
Company serves up 'beer' for dogs
Bowser Beer is a beef-flavored, 12-ounce ''party in a bottle'' designed for your pooch.
Souring economy puts the bite on pet owners
Diana Bardsley wiped tears from her eyes as she recalled taking food off her plate to feed her beloved spaniel Hunter and two Siamese cats.
Pet therapy gives hospital patients a lift
Pet therapy volunteers say animals can take patients' minds off their hospital stay and remind them of home.
Owners, vets team up to treat pets with cancer
The field of veterinary oncology is experiencing an explosion of growth. During the past 10 years, the number of veterinarians choosing to specialize in oncology has doubled, and advances in science have resulted in improved treatments and earlier and better diagnosis.
Owner ready to rescue cat again
A second chance at saving a pet
Labrador's life worth the fight
Matching pets, owners with 'feline-ality'
Can we talk? And be honest. Do you like your cat?
Chihuahuas popularity jumps
Ay, Chihuahua. The world's smallest breed has shown the biggest growth in licensed dogs in Maricopa County. Ownership of Chihuahuas, the tiny, feisty, bulbous-eyed, pointy-eared bit of arm candy, has grown 50 percent over the past three years.
Take care of barking dog before it violates code
A city official advises dog owners to head off trouble.
Beagles get their 15 minutes
Doggie history was made Tuesday when Uno, a nearly 3-year-old beagle, was awarded best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show. Local beagle owners share their thoughts on the breed.
Beagles of the Valley
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Preparing for a new puppy
For the majority of prospective puppy owners, there is plenty do to prepare for a new pooch.
New kitten owner's guide
The purring. The cuddling. The playing. Isabelle Lucero of Phoenix is looking forward to it all.
Canines, and owners, lap up 'happy hours'
There was a day when people would just let their dogs out of the house in the morning to roam the streets until night. Dog food meant table scraps. And if your dog wore anything more than a collar, neighbors wondered whether you were playing with a full deck.
Loving our pet hamsters
Albert is a black-and-white spotted hamster, the only pet in the Ribeiro household in Cave Creek and doted on as much as a family can dote on a hamster.
10 spots to find great treats for your dogs
7 destination dog parks
Seven of the best bark parks across the Valley.
Adopting pet? Do your homework, experts urge
Kathryn Graves has made it her business to know just about everything about Boston terriers. She has bred and shown them for nearly 20 years. The Lexington veterinarian also makes sure she gets to know the people who adopt her beloved pets.
Vacationing with your pet gets easier
Take a look at your pets this time of year and it's easy to see you aren't the only one ready for a vacation. Time to pack the cooler and throw in the leashes and kibble. Vacationing with your pets has never been easier.
Rover's unusual water source can lead to digestive problems
Although Rover is provided fresh water daily, he appears to take only a few laps from his bowl. Instead, he seems to enjoy drinking from standing water in the gutter and any other stagnant puddles he might encounter while out walking.
How to help kitty with move
Tips for helping kitty move
Grieving a lost pet? 6 tips to cope
The straight poop on house-training puppies
If ever there is an evergreen topic in pet-dom, it is house-training puppies.
With preparation, dogs can be baby's best friend
Katy Marshall was cautious when she and her husband, Ed, took each of their newborn children home - to their three dogs. The greyhound, corgi and mixed-breed pups were far from vicious, and they seemed to pose no willful threat to the babies, but Marshall wanted to be careful.
New appliances can be deadly for pets
I'd like to bring to light something that I doubt many people think about when it comes to our pets.
Scaly and interesting: Reptiles make great pets
Americans own more pet reptiles than ever before. Brian Potter, co-owner of the North American Reptile Breeders Conference trade shows, thinks he knows why.
Female fish see right through false suitors' pickup acts
In a dark, damp corner of a University of Wisconsin-Madison laboratory, Jenny Boughman dropped a 3-inch, three-spined female fish into a fish tank, and waited.
Neutering much more than just population control
Several times in the past couple of months, I have had to do what no doctor looks forward to - deliver the diagnosis of cancer.
Inclined toward a dog's life
Most dogs know the best bed in town is the one their humans sleep on. But what if a dog's legs are too short or too old to make the mighty leap?
To train your dog, take a lesson from guide dogs
All dog owners can take a lesson from guide dog trainers.
Cats are sensitive to change
Today there was an especially sad ad in the Lost & Found. A shy black and orange cat was lost at the Ledges in the national park - she ''ran away from the picnic area.''
Pet could be a good idea for an older person
Should a pet be given to an older person? There are many factors to consider.
Training your cat
For millennia, cats have cultivated a reputation for self-absorption, superciliousness and outright disregard for anyone's opinion other than their own.
Washing your dog can be a breeze
Socialize your dog early and often
Consider these two puppy owners.
Does your dog paddle: Tips on how to teach your dog to swim
The majority of dogs can swim, and they love it. But dogs entering the water for the first time should be trained. With proper guidance you and your pet can have lots of fun in the pool, and maybe he can teach you how to doggie paddle. The American Kennel Club (AKC) offers the following tips for teaching your dog how to swim.
Why ferrets are worth the trouble
Poor ferrets - all those terrible rumors go round about them: they smell, they bite, they're mean and nasty. They're even illegal to own in some places.
How to let kids pet your dog
Many people don't recognize the subtle signs of stress in dog body language. You may not realize that your dog tolerates being petted by strangers but does not enjoy it.
Pets' passport to safety, health
Whether you're taking Fifi to Paris or the neighborhood vet, you'll want to make sure she has her passport with her.
Howling is natural for beagles
Charity, my beagle, is a total sweetheart, but I am afraid my neighbors are going to grow to hate me because of her loud bark-howl!
Be wise, vigilant at dog parks
Dog park etiquette begins with knowing whether the park is a good fit for your dog's personality.
A wild day at the dog park
With preparation, dogs can be baby's best friend
Katy Marshall was cautious when she and her husband, Ed, took each of their newborn children home - to their three dogs. The greyhound, corgi and mixed-breed pups were far from vicious, and they seemed to pose no willful threat to the babies, but Marshall wanted to be careful.
Dogs need your help to survive our heat
As the Valley's beastly dog days of summer take hold and temperatures slip into the 100-something range, all we want to do is stay cool and keep hydrated.
Owners encouraged to show pets how to get out of pools
Jake and Chloe don't get to play ''Marco Polo'' during their swimming lessons. But it's unlikely the dogs care much, and they probably aren't embarrassed by their bright orange life vests, either.
How to rescue a stray pet
Performing a ''rescue'' can be incredibly rewarding if it's done safely on an animal likely to be scared for its life.
Pound puppy love
Finding the right dog for your family at a local pet shelter.
Is Fido scratching and sneezing?
Pets may be suffering from allergies this season too.
Peoria Chihuahua places in San Diego race
Peoria resident Tiffany Di Giacinto's Chihuahua, Kahlua, placed in the top 10 at the Petco Unleashed race held Sunday at Petco Park in San Diego.
Good girl! NYC pooch comes to sick neighbor's aid
A fluffy little dog named Lexi is being called a hero for helping to rescue an 85-year-old neighbor who collapsed in his Brooklyn apartment.
Vick's pit bulls, learning to live
Cherry was petrified of people. All of Georgia's teeth were removed. Denzel suffered a mysterious illness, and Meryl's dangerous aggression resulted in a court order.
Older' cats make great pets
Thanks for views on keeping your cat indoors so it will stay healthy. I got Bella on Monday and she is beautiful.
Can you pass pet muster?
Katie Popovich recently accompanied her boyfriend to a Chicago animal shelter in search of a dog. When a beagle-border collie mix immediately nuzzled against them, they were smitten.
It's a roo' awakening at senior-living centers
The pitter-patter of little feet is an increasingly common sound at nursing homes and senior-living residences.
Pet Q&A: Cats can be nice company
Q: My husband is wheelchair-bound and I was thinking a cat might be some company for him. Does a cat have to be either indoors or outdoors or can it be both? -M.C.
Mixing dog breeds can be unpredictable
Kevin Messa walked into a Fresno, Calif., pet store a couple of years ago intending to buy a doggie pillow. He walked out with a Labradoodle.
Owner compliance: key to successful pet health
There were many times during my undergraduate studies that I fluctuated between career choices of becoming a veterinarian or a pediatrician.
Pet's portrait prize in Dog Days contest
For a $20 donation to the animal charity of their choice, dog owners can submit a 500- to 700-word essay about their dogs to the Dog Days of August charity contest.
Wounded Iraq vets find comfort in dog training
Rico the pit bull mix is bursting with adolescent energy when he's led into a training center by Army Capt. Lawrence Minnis.
Service dog, girl speak the language of friendship
People with disabilities often develop deep bonds with their service animals, and 7-year-old Rebecca Patterson is no exception.
Slideshow: Power Paws: Fayth
That gnawing feeling about the pup
You can do your level best to try to stop puppies from chewing, but you can never guarantee that they will.
Student's guide dogs provide guidance in many ways
Mario Bonds, a senior at George Mason University in Fairfax, Va., who is blind, recalls that on his first days on campus, getting around was an entirely new experience.
Doggyspace, social networking for Fido
Cici confesses on her Web page that she likes to greet everyone by licking their feet. Dolce admits to being a mamma's boy. And Jake and Tycho posted a video that chronicles their adventures of rolling around on their backs.
Puppies chase 'Awww'-lympics gold
Never mind the marathon, high dive or shot put: The fuzzy, tail-wagging athletes in the inaugural "Puppy Games" are busy with their own version of Olympic events, including a parade of nations to kick off the festivities.
Pets in heaven
Carolyn Sharp's beloved greyhound Starr was 4 years old when she was diagnosed with a deadly form of cancer.
Golden retriever adopts tiger cubs at zoo
A dog at a southeast Kansas zoo has adopted three tiger cubs abandoned by their mother.
Dog yoga stretches to Scottsdale
Doga, or dog yoga, is a popular new trend that is stretching across the country including Scottsdale's Oh My Dog boutique.
Dog's Night Out is Classy Jazzy
Fur-rrific pet perks
Here's some cool stuff for us and our faithful companions.
Which dog will be the 'Greatest'?
The doggy dozen includes two dogs from Virginia. They're all vying for the title of "Greatest American Dog," CBS's new unscripted series hosted by pet expert-zoologist Jarod Miller. With weekly challenges and a three-judge panel, the program offers a grand prize of $250,000 for the winning dog-and-human team.
Farm doctors a rare breed
More than a dozen noisy animals were waiting when veterinarian Brian Gerloff hurried into the sprawling barn in McHenry County, Ill. Sick cows swayed, heifers needed pregnancy tests and several pigs bound for a petting zoo required check-ups.
Social networks for those who must love dogs
For Melissa Hotchkiss, going on a hike with her Shar-Pei mix, Jesse, took the bite out of meeting new people.
With the right accessories, a dog's life can be very good
We shower our dogs with the same type of attention and services we reward ourselves with. Berry facials? Yes. Tail massages? Sure. The Valley is full of services that turn pampering up a notch.
In Town & Country, style's best friends
Socially prominent humans have been known to hunt for their own photos every time the latest issue of Town & Country magazine lands in their mailboxes. The next best thing? Finding photos of their dogs.
The cat's meow
Build an outdoor fun park for felines.
Animal whisperers come out of the shadows
Ears twitching wildly, Nikki and Lucy hovered near the telephone, aroused by the caller on the other end.
Pet resort pampers Fido while you're away
A Fountain Hills business has cashed in on a trend already sweeping the country - posh pet resorts.
Pal's Inn Pet Resort
Camp Bow Wow cozy place for dogs
Camp Bow Wow Peoria, which recently opened in southern Peoria, promises to offer dog owners a cozy and safe place to keep their dogs in the daytime or to board them overnight.
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New store caters to 'green' pets
Organic food and a sustainable house aren't just for people anymore. A central Phoenix pet store hopes to provide a more environmentally friendly lifestyle for dogs and cats and their owners.
Boutiques cater to canines
A year ago, Chris Price had no idea he was a dog person - much less an obsessive pet pamperer.
Dogs say, 'I do'
Pet weddings, or "Bow-wow vows," are on the rise in the United States and include a cadre of professionals like pet marriage counselors, pet wedding planners, pet caterers, pet trainers and pet priests.
Duke's birthday party goes to the dogs
Fred and Lois Dohrmann of Sun City Grand began the tradition of throwing his French bulldog, Duke, a party four years ago. It has grown into a large-scale gathering that friends look forward to every year.
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Help scaredy cats (and dogs) cope with fireworks
Shawn O'Dierno's rescued Doberman was a certified therapy dog who could help soothe patients and tolerated the sounds of dropped hospital equipment, loud arguments or crying visitors. But while Reid coped with the stress of a hospital room, he couldn't handle fireworks.
Dogs Go Green!
An environmentally friendly North Valley dog park.
