http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:58:10 -0700 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:17:13 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Dog-flu--characteristics-symptoms-treatment?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner The H3N8 Virus, which is related to a flu strain impacting horses, in dogs generally causes coughing and nasal discharge which may be bloody. Some dogs also develop a fever (usually over 104 F). The Virus is spread easily among dogs - sharing wate... dog health dog flu Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:17:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m11d18-Dog-flu--characteristics-symptoms-treatment?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Dogs-in-the-workplace--a-positive-experience-or-a-doggone-shame?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Some months ago, I wrote about the fun of taking your dog to work with you: http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m1d7-The-joy-of-taking-your-dog-to-work Now it seems that this trend is growing. A recent survey by the Am... dogs in the workplace Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:33:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Dogs-in-the-workplace--a-positive-experience-or-a-doggone-shame?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m11d5-First-case-of-swine-flu-in-a-cat?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner While swine flu has been a hot topic for humans, it appears that it now should be a concern for pets as well. A 13-year-old Iowa cat has been infected with swine flu, in what is believed to be the first confirmed case of the H1N1 virus in a feline... pet health pets and swine flu swine flu Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:31:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m11d5-First-case-of-swine-flu-in-a-cat?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Pets-and-the-concept-of-time?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Last weekend, the dog days of summer officially ended with the end of Daylight Savings Time. The concept of Daylight Savings Time, while considered outdated by some, is a wonderful thing for those of us who walk our dogs at night. The late afterno... Standard time; time change and pets Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:53:48 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m11d3-Pets-and-the-concept-of-time?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Worlds-Oldest-Dog--20-years-young?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner According to BBC News UK, an English dog has been crowned the world's oldest canine, at 20 years and eight months old. Otto Jones, a Daschund terrier mix from Rearbrook, Shrewsbury, has been recognized as the oldest living dog by Guinness... dog breeds worlds oldest dog Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:32:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d26-Worlds-Oldest-Dog--20-years-young?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d21-Would-you-save-your-pet-in-an-emergency?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner What would you be willing to do for your pet, in the event of an emergency? Most of us consider our pets as family members - some of us get along better with our pets than our family - but apparently, in the event of an emergency, we're not al... pet health pet safety pet evacuation Wed, 21 Oct 2009 16:46:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d21-Would-you-save-your-pet-in-an-emergency?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d14-Storm-Watch-2009-derails-my-dogs-housebreaking-training?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner I hope  you are all staying dry despite the wet weather here in Southern California. I wish I could say I am staying dry but unfortunately, dog parenting requires standing out in the rain for long periods of time trying to coax your pet onto the... dog in rain dog training Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:29:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d14-Storm-Watch-2009-derails-my-dogs-housebreaking-training?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Halloween-tips-for-pet-safety?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Although Halloween is a fun event for both adults and children, it can be a scary and stressful time for our pets. Noises, costumes, the lure of candy and new smells... Halloween requires a little extra preparation for pet parents. Here are a few tip... pet safety Halloween pets Fri, 09 Oct 2009 15:57:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d9-Halloween-tips-for-pet-safety?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d5-Where-can-I-hike-with-my-dog-in-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner With the cooler fall weather upon us, the time is right to take your dog for a hike. There are many amazing hiking trails in the Los Angeles area for you and your four legged friend!My personal favorites are:1) Runyon Canyon - http://www.th... dog friendly hiking trails Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:03:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m10d5-Where-can-I-hike-with-my-dog-in-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d29-Local-municipalities-move-for-declawing-bans-under-a-deadline?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner The City of Santa Monica is one paw closer to restricting cat declawing. Santa Monica City Council voted last week to draft an ordinance to restrict animal declawing in the city, joining Los Angeles and San Francisco in moving towards ... cat declawing; Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:53:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d29-Local-municipalities-move-for-declawing-bans-under-a-deadline?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d23-Guaranteed-OnBoard-program-means-you-can-fly-with-your-pet?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Great news for those of us who like to travel with our pets! Eight of America’s more pet-friendly airlines today announced the launch of a new travel program that will put an end to the ongoing question we have all faced, wondering whether... air travel pet air travel dogs and cats pet products Wed, 23 Sep 2009 14:21:51 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d23-Guaranteed-OnBoard-program-means-you-can-fly-with-your-pet?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d22-World-Rabies-Day--remember-to-vaccinate-your-pets?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Rabies is among the oldest recognized infections diseases and kills more than 55,000 people each year worldwide. It's one of the first diseases known to be transmitted from animals to people, and can be easily preventable by vaccination.Vets and publ... pet health World Rabies Day; Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:47:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d22-World-Rabies-Day--remember-to-vaccinate-your-pets?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d18-LA-Pets-101-What-is-that-noise-my-cat-is-making?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner I've been a cat parent many more years than I've been a dog parent, and yet I find I write mostly about my dog. However, I was reminded of one of the joys of cat parenting last night which woke me up out of slumber... that familiar "hack" o... pet health cat people hairballs Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:12:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d18-LA-Pets-101-What-is-that-noise-my-cat-is-making?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d16-Jessica-Simpsons-maltipoo-snatched-by-coyote?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner As the proud mom of a maltipoo, I immediately took notice last night on the news when it was announced that Jessica Simpson's beloved maltipoo, Daisy, was carried away by a coyote into the night. Various jokes were made about the inappropriateness of... Jessica Simpson Daisy the maltipoo coyotes Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:36:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d16-Jessica-Simpsons-maltipoo-snatched-by-coyote?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d14-LA-Pets-101-Pet-First-Aid-Kits?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Living in Southern California with the fires, the floods, and the earthquakes, you know you need to be prepared for anything - literally anything - at a moment's notice. While you may have your supplies on hand for your human family, do you have a fi... pet health pet safety pet evacuation Mon, 14 Sep 2009 14:20:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d14-LA-Pets-101-Pet-First-Aid-Kits?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d10-SB-250-to-be-reconsidered-January-2010?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Some consider it a victory; others refer to it as a chance for "half time negotiations and education." The State Assembly voted 28-42 to reject SB 250 on Tuesday. SB 250 would require mandatory spay and neuter for California's pet dogs and ... Senate Bill 250 spay and neuter laws Thu, 10 Sep 2009 22:34:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d10-SB-250-to-be-reconsidered-January-2010?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d3-California-Senate-Bill-250-The-Pet-Responsibility-Act?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner California Senate Bill 250 is before the full Assembly for a vote this week. I had not followed the history of this bill, but apparently it is a hotly debated item in the Senate with passionate supporters on either side. The bill states, in part, tha... Senate Bill 250 spay and neuter laws Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:03:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d3-California-Senate-Bill-250-The-Pet-Responsibility-Act?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d1-Updated-animal-evacuation-centers-for-Station-Fire?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Here's the latest pet evacuation centers for large and small animals affected by the Station fire:-- La Cañada High School, 4463 Oak Grove Drive, La Cañada -- Glendale East Valley Animal Shelter, 14409 Vanowen Street in Van Nuys (just e... pet safety wildfire evacuation Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:07:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m9d1-Updated-animal-evacuation-centers-for-Station-Fire?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m8d31-Wildfire-evacuations--pet-evacuation-centers?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Thousands of local residents are forced to evacuate during the Southern California wildfires. Don't forget your pets during this critical time. Remember to have your pet's tags on their collar with updated contact information, and don't leave your pe... pet evacuation wildfire evacuation Mon, 31 Aug 2009 15:16:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m8d31-Wildfire-evacuations--pet-evacuation-centers?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m8d27-LA-Pets-101-A-guide-to-managing-separation-anxiety?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner Don't think you're the only one to suffer separation anxiety when your kids go away to college. Is your pet acting strangely? Barking? Chewing? Scratching? It is not uncommon for dogs and cats to exhibit abnormal behaviors when kids go back to s... pet health pet safety pet sense dog socialization dog training Thu, 27 Aug 2009 15:39:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-941-LA-Pets-Examiner~y2009m8d27-LA-Pets-101-A-guide-to-managing-separation-anxiety?cid=exrss-LA-Pets-Examiner