http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner en-us Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:12:39 -0700 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:38:43 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Seriously-puppies-for-rent?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner You can rent a hotel room, a Lamborghini, a big screen TV, or a football stadium, but the very idea of renting a puppy is incomprehensible. The comedian Bill Engvall made a name for himself by metaphorically handing out stupid signs to people doing m... TV ads featuring animals stupid signs Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:38:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Seriously-puppies-for-rent?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Vote-for-Gunny?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Vote for Gunny. Why? Because this special Pit Bull has endured a tortuous life, was rescued from the euthanasia list, had a leg amputated, and has remained true to his breed by showing only love and affection for his rescuers and his new, fellow f... Pit Bulls cruelty animal abuse animal rescue discarded animals pet safety dog fighting Natural Balance dog food World World's Most Amazing Dog Natural Balance Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:56:53 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m10d30-Vote-for-Gunny?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m10d18-You-can-provide-comfort-to-homeless-animals-without-leaving-home?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner One of the many items on the Maricopa County Animal Care & Control’s (MCACC) wish list is towels, blankets, sheets, and anything that can be used as bedding for the caged animals. So, the public would believe that when these items are do... Pet overpopulation adoption cruelty rehoming pets dogs cats animal rescue discarded animals homeless animals abadonded animals Sun, 18 Oct 2009 12:22:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m10d18-You-can-provide-comfort-to-homeless-animals-without-leaving-home?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m10d3-Laundry-program-provides-warmth-and-comfort-for-homeless-animals?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner "Laundered Money" photo from iStockPhoto.com  Most of us have been counting the days for cooler temperatures but the animals at both locations of Maricopa County Animal Care & Control who are waiting to find new homes are not as ... animal rescue discarded animals homeless animals abadonded animals Sat, 03 Oct 2009 10:26:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m10d3-Laundry-program-provides-warmth-and-comfort-for-homeless-animals?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Michael-Vick-is-no-hero?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner   Today began by hearing the news that Philadelphia Eagles fans gave dog abuser Michael Vick a standing ovation when he entered the field. To say I am gravely disappointed by my former fellow Philadelphians is an understatement; I expected much... Pit Bulls cruelty animal abuse dogs dog fighting Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:38:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Michael-Vick-is-no-hero?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Celebrate-dogs-on-August-26th-for-National-Dog-Day?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Honoring the unconditional love from Rosie and Ben  In recognition of the immeasurable value your dog has on your life, and in honor of the endless number of dogs who need to be rescued every year, do something special for dogs on Wednesday, A... Pet overpopulation Special events For the love of dogs adoption rehoming pets dogs animal rescue discarded animals homeless animals abadonded animals National Dog Day Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:05:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m8d20-Celebrate-dogs-on-August-26th-for-National-Dog-Day?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m8d10-Does-your-dog-have-hip-dysplasia?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Healthy, normal hips in a dog.  What exactly is hip dysplasia? Some have explained it as “improper growth,” others say it means “bad development,” but basically, the ball of the thigh bone and hip socket are not held to... hip dysplasia in dogs natural prevention cures Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:35:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m8d10-Does-your-dog-have-hip-dysplasia?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m7d20-Puppies-and-unconditional-love?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner   A puppy wanting to lavish you with love! A fellow Examiner from the mid-west wrote an article recently, directed to heartbroken people, and suggested replacing a discarded boyfriend with a puppy. This sparked a storm of comments from insul... adoption rehoming pets dogs cats animal rescue discarded animals homeless animals abadonded animals Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:30:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m7d20-Puppies-and-unconditional-love?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m7d13-Keep-your-animals-safeand-alive-this-summer?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Dog left behind and looking for love. Triple digit temperatures come with the territory if you live in Phoenix and we all know how to keep ourselves cool, but many don’t consider their furry family members. Some of these tips are probably re... rehoming pets homeless animals foreclosures abadonded animals summer safety Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:17:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m7d13-Keep-your-animals-safeand-alive-this-summer?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m7d6-AMSC-a-Mayo-clinic-type-hospital-for-animals?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner AMSC boarding and indoor park-photo from website Nestled quietly on the corner of 82nd Street and Princess Drive in Scottsdale sits a state-of-the-art Mayo Clinic-type hospital for animals called the Animal Medical & Surgical Center (AMSC). Th... Dr. Pullen ACL surgery for animals AMSC facility DVM MS Mon, 06 Jul 2009 15:22:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m7d6-AMSC-a-Mayo-clinic-type-hospital-for-animals?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Keep-your-fursons-safe-on-the-4th?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Happy Fourth of July!  There, on the sofa is your purring cat, curled up on a cushion, and you’re wishing you could get that comfortable. Ah, contentment! On the plush bed on the floor is your beloved canine, looking just as comfortabl... 4th of July fireworks pet safety Bach essences firework safety for animals Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:22:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Keep-your-fursons-safe-on-the-4th?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Funding-is-needed-as-Hacienda-De-Los-Milagros-closesmore-animals-face-eviction?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner A magnificent animal sanctuary for burros and horses, Hacienda De Los Milagros, that has provided shelter, food, and unconditional love to homeless or abused animals, has not been exempt from the economic crisis. They have been forced to close a... rehoming pets econony animal rescue discarded animals homeless animals foreclosure burros and horses Tue, 30 Jun 2009 11:36:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Funding-is-needed-as-Hacienda-De-Los-Milagros-closesmore-animals-face-eviction?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Foreclosure-affects-Hospice-therapy-dog--can-you-help?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Junior Junior is a small boy about 15 lbs and about 6 years old. . He was the house dog at an Alzheimer’s Hospice care house that is now in foreclosure. He was so loved there but none of the residents had the resources to take him with them ... adoption rehoming pets econony discarded animals homeless animals Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:43:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Foreclosure-affects-Hospice-therapy-dog--can-you-help?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d19-A-rescuers-answering-machine-message?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Hello: You have reached 123-4567, Tender Hearts Rescue. Due to the high volume of calls we have been receiving, please listen closely to the following options and choose the one that best describes you or your situation:Press 1 if you have a 10-yea... animal hoarding animal rescue discarded animals homeless animals Fri, 19 Jun 2009 12:34:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d19-A-rescuers-answering-machine-message?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d17-Dogs-and-pick-up-trucks-dont-mix?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner An open pick up truck bed is no place for your dogs!  Pick up trucks are for picking up things and hauling them somewhere. They have evolved over the decades from simple workhorses to luxury cars with towing capability. If you could call ste... For the love of dogs dogs pick up trucks and animals Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:33:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d17-Dogs-and-pick-up-trucks-dont-mix?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d14-Write-ask-for-the-max-for-adolescent-who-killed-a-cat-in-an-oven?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner   Tiger LilyJuveniles who commit vicious crimes against humans almost always begin their spree withanimals.Take Columbine shooter Eric Harris – he smashed mice with a crowbar and set them on fire. Serial killer Lee Boyd Malvo, from Washing... cruelty animal abuse cats adolescent crime Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:07:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d14-Write-ask-for-the-max-for-adolescent-who-killed-a-cat-in-an-oven?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Antifreeze-kills-Jake-Joey-and-Nari?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner     AUTHOR'S NOTE: Jake, Joey, and Nari, three beautiful and loved dogs, all from the same household in California, were poisoned by antifreeze a few days ago, and all three have died. So, I am compelled to remind you all about this d... poison control antifreeze poisoning dogs cats Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:31:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Antifreeze-kills-Jake-Joey-and-Nari?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m5d31-Promising-news-for-bully-breed-lovers?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Rosie, curled up on my bed. Most of you know that I share my life with two rescued Pit Bulls, so it is with great interest that I continually follow breed specific legislation (BSL) that is being discussed around the country. Many cities have had ... Pit Bulls For the love of dogs breed specific legislation Sun, 31 May 2009 11:01:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m5d31-Promising-news-for-bully-breed-lovers?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m5d25-Beware-of-the-pretty-palm-tree?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Sago Palm (cycas revolta)  Tropical trees usually bring me visions of balmy ocean breezes and a hammock, but there is palm tree that is extremely dangerous to people and pets – a true wolf in sheep’s clothing – it’s the... poison control toxic plants Sago Palm Mon, 25 May 2009 15:48:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m5d25-Beware-of-the-pretty-palm-tree?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m5d21-What-can-I-feed-Fluffy?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner Chow time!  After dozens of emails from readers asking what they can safely feed their animals, I have decided to do a follow-up with a list of some foods that do not contain remnants of euthanized dogs, cats, and other animals. All agenc... toxic foods Thu, 21 May 2009 14:20:25 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2343-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner~y2009m5d21-What-can-I-feed-Fluffy?cid=exrss-Phoenix-Pet-Welfare-Examiner