Monthly Archives: July 2008

Golden retriever adopts tiger cubs

Posted on July 31, 2008 by Rose Hayes

From The Associated Press: Three tiger cubs at a Kansas zoo are getting some maternal care from an unlikely source — Isabella the golden retriever. The tiger cubs were born Sunday at Safari Zoological Park but their mother soon stopped … Continue reading →

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Wanted: Licensed wildlife rehabber or avian vet

Posted on July 31, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Wanted: licensed wildlife rehabber or avian vet to give a workshop in New York City. The New York Bird Club receives many calls from people who have found injured or abandoned wildlife, and would like to offer a “Rehab For … Continue reading →

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PAWS offers low-cost vaccine clinic

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Rose Hayes

PAWS will offer a low-cost vaccine clinic for cats and dogs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, August 8, at Superpetz, 4833 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg, PA. Dr. Robert Heidecker of Good Hope Animal Hospital will provide distemper and rabies … Continue reading →

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Snake bite safety and prevention

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Rose Hayes

From ASPCA: Planning any nature hikes this summer? Take care to prevent your curious pets from painful encounters with snakes. This applies to urban, suburban and deep country animals alike. Take Stone, the four-year-old pit bull who was surprised last … Continue reading →

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Reunited

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Rose Hayes

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Transport help needed — Gettyburg, PA, to Enfield, CT

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Date of run: August 2rd, Saturday To/From: Gettysburg, PA – Enfield, CT (six separate parts to transport) Transport Coordinator: Christie Joubert, info@HelpingACause4Paws.org or (401) 330-8578 www.HelpingACause4Paws.org Sending Shelter: Adams County SPCA 11 Goldenville Road Gettysburg, PA 17325 Recieving Foster: Christie … Continue reading →

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Enter Bissell’s Pet Games Video Contest

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Bissell is looking for the funniest and most unique videos of your playful pets. The grand prize is a $10,000 donation to a pet charity of the winner’s choice, a Bissell Lift-Off Revolution pet vacuum (the packaging will even feature … Continue reading →

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Enter IAMS text-messaging sweepstakes

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Text “IAMS” to 46896 and you’re automatically entered for a chance to win a year’s supply of IAMS food for your dog or cat. You can also click here to enter online. Text or submit as many entries as you’d … Continue reading →

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Sign up your shelter/rescue for donation program

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Animal Attraction is now inviting all U.S. shelters and rescue groups with 501(c)(3) status to participate in its charity donation program. If you’re affiliated with a shelter or rescue group and would like more information, click here.

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New hope for horses & other animals

Posted on July 28, 2008 by Rose Hayes

From Humane Society of the United States: The U.S. House Judiciary Committee will hold a congressional hearing this Thursday, July 31, on two brand-new animal protection bills: one to stop the slaughter of horses for human consumption, and one to … Continue reading →

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