Falcons' Vick pleads ignorance in dog-fighting case (USA Today) Michael Vick blamed family members for taking advantage of his generosity after a police raid found evidence of dog fighting at property he owns in Virginia. An animal rights group scoffed at that explanation, saying it's long suspected the Atlanta Falcons quarterback was involved in the fight-to-the-death activity.
Pet stress gives paws for thought (CNN.com) TOKYO, Japan (AP) -- Wondering if your dog or cat is stressed? Just stick a special patch on the bottom of its paw and you'll be able to tell, according to a Japanese company.
Building work continues to progress at village dog pound (The East Liverpool Review) WELLSVILLE ? The American Electric Power Co. (AEP) will be in the village May 8 to connect power to the dog pound building. Work has been progressing on the building which will be used to house animals picked up by the village dog officer or brought to members of St. Francis Animal Shelter.