Dog Care News Archive

05-Sep-2006

 

Local look: Search for a dog named Chemo (USA Today)
The San Francisco Chronicle has the story: A burglar has deprived an 8-year-old cancer patient of his best friend and greatest ally -- a beloved puppy -- and family members are pleading for its return. UCSF Children's Hospital has announced...

Testimony begins in case to decide Idaho care for mentally ill kids (The Times-News)
BOISE, Idaho (AP) -- A 25-year-old lawsuit over the treatment of Idaho's mentally ill children once again went before a federal judge Tuesday as a parent described her struggle to get the state to help her care for her severely disturbed son.

Northville dog parks use a tight leash (Detroit News)
NORTHVILLE -- As the popularity of gated hangouts for furry friends climbs in Wayne County, so do the rigorous regulations aimed at keeping the sites clean and safe.

Don't ignore your dog's toenails (Summit Daily News)
Dogs' toenails are constantly growing, and care needs to be taken to keep them clipped to an appropriate length to avoid problems and to keep your dog comfortable.

Dog attacks blind woman (Fort Worth Star-Telegram)
FORT WORTH -- A blind woman and her guide dog were attacked Sunday morning by a pit bull, a police dispatcher said.

It?s not your average dog pound (Coppell Gazette)
Coppell Animal Services has a new director, and she is operating the shelter more like a community business than a dog pound. With new initiatives, such as staff training on customer service, and a greater presence in the community, more and more abandoned animals are finding their permanent home.

Mars to expand in Midstate (Tennessean)
Doug Cahill and his team have endured some dog days, as their former company Brentwood-based Doane Pet Care struggled with debt and financial losses.

Cancer Care Gala Saturday (The Times-Union)
The 2006 Kosciusko County Cancer Care Fund Gala will be Saturday at Tippecanoe Lake Country Club. A variety of items have been donated for the silent and live auctions. Proceeds from the event go toward helping local patients during their fight against cancer.

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