Monthly Archives: August 2008

Rabies clinic Saturday in Stewartstown

Posted on August 30, 2008 by Rose Hayes

A rabies clinic, sponsored by Hopewell Veterinary Service, 2 Trout Lane, Stewartstown, PA, will be 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Cost is $10 per animal. Other vaccines will be available at regular cost. All animals must be on a leash … Continue reading →

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Ben is a sweet & friendly guy

Posted on August 28, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Castaway Cockers Cocker Spaniel Rescue’s Pet of the Week is Ben, a red and white neutered male cocker spaniel estimated to be 9 or 10 months old. He’s up-to-date on vaccines and heartwork negative. Ben is a sweet and friendly … Continue reading →

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Homemade dog shampoo

Posted on August 26, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Here’s a recipe for dog shampoo that a co-worker (Sam) found online. She tried it on her bulldog (Diesel), and said it’s awesome, and makes Diesel smell great! It’s easy to make and inexpensive. Store it in an old shampoo … Continue reading →

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1,000 dogs & puppies rescued from puppy mill

Posted on August 26, 2008 by Rose Hayes

AN emergency team rescued 1,000 dogs from a puppy mill nightmare this past weekend in West Virginia. They have worked feverishly to get every last dog and puppy — some as young as two days old — to an emergency … Continue reading →

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Fosters/rescues needed for 700 dachshunds

Posted on August 25, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Good news — a West Virginia puppymill is closing. Bad news — Dachshund Rescue of North America needs to find foster homes for 700 dachshunds. Lots of pregnant moms, adults and puppies. If anyone is willing to foster, or if … Continue reading →

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Calif. bill bans driving with dogs on lap

Posted on August 23, 2008 by Rose Hayes

From The Associated Press: 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. Visalia, Calif., Assembly Member … Continue reading →

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Fame finds four-eared feline

Posted on August 23, 2008 by Rose Hayes

From the Associated Press: DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. — The owners of Yoda — a cat with four ears — could use a couple extra hands to answer their telephones. Ted and Valerie Rock said they’ve been inundated with television offers … Continue reading →

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Cats available at York County SPCA

Posted on August 18, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Poor Patty seems so sad. She was brought to the shelter when a new baby arrived and she was not adjusting. Patty is 7 years old and has so much love to give. Give her a reason to be happy … Continue reading →

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Dogs available at York County SPCA

Posted on August 18, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Aztec is a handsome Siberian husky mix who was found as a stray. He is very active and will need some training, as all young dogs do. This guy would make a great jogging partner! Go to the shelter today … Continue reading →

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Limited Pedigree pet food recall

Posted on August 15, 2008 by Rose Hayes

Mars Petcare US on Aug. 8 announced a voluntary recall of limited bags of Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Crunchy Bites sold in Albertsons stores in Southern California and Las Vegas, Nevada. The pet food was voluntarily recalled because of potential … Continue reading →

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