THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Emergency rooms across the country treat more than 1,000 dog bite victims a day, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Most bites are preventable. But a lot aren’t. So what should you do if you’re a victim, or if your dog bites someone? (more…)
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
TEXARKANA, Ark. — A homeless Shetland pony, blind in the right eye with a deformed right leg because of a collision with a vehicle, is still alive probably because of stubbornness.
The Shetland pony has been rescued by neighbors of the late D.W. Wilson, the ARTEX Animal Welfare Association Inc. and Connie Slater, an animal control officer for the Texarkana, Ark., Police Department. (more…)
LAS VEGAS SUN
LAS VEGAS — They called it Project Kitty Litter. Crouched outside his house, hiding in the dark of downtown Las Vegas’ residential streets sometime after 9 o’clock, Tim Newbry was poised to pounce.
The plan was to wait in the shadows until she showed up. And when she did — as she did every night that week, that month, that year, maybe — when she pulled up, parked her BMW, got out and started to scale the fence, Newbry was ready: He rang his own doorbell, signaling a roommate inside to jump out with a camera and — snap! — catch evidence of the crime: illegal trespassing with the intent to feed cats.
KRISHA WILLIAMS TURBEVILLE
RESCUE IN THE ROCK
With tails awag and faces painted, pets and supporters of The Little Rock Animal Village marked its first anniversary Saturday as rescuers teamed up with the shelter’s vet to save one dog’s life.
A call came in about 12:30 p.m. to Cindy Paxton, volunteer for the birthday celebration and for Out of the Woods Rescue and Referral, that a very pregnant beagle was roaming the highway in an unincorporated area of Pulaski County. (more…)
Rescue in the Rock focuses on pets and champions animal rescue in central Arkansas. It's also a resource for owners and rescuers, linking organizations around the state and county. Please feel free to email me
suggestions or news tips. Krisha Williams Turbeville is news editor for ArkansasOnline.
KRISHA WILLIAMS-TURBEVILLE
The Animal Rescue Site offers baking tools with a bite.
Easy to clean, the six-muffin Paw Print Silicone Muffin Pan is available at The Animal Rescue Site for $12.95.
With each Paw Print Silicone Muffin Pan purchased, The Animal Rescue Site will fund 14 bowls of food for animals living in sanctuaries and shelters.
Baking in silicone provides great results, as it provides even temperature for perfect browning and easy release when bending the pan to unmold adorable paw-shaped muffins. Dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe.
KRISHA WILLIAMS TURBEVILLE
Merry Mistletoe Wishes from the Humane Society of the United States features a curious Greyhound lounging under the mistletoe and just waiting for hugs, kisses, and festive holiday wishes.
Artist Mary Badenhop is well-known for her witty interpretations of our furry friends.
The message inside is: "May your every wish come true this joyous Holiday Season."
Printed on green friendly paper with soy based inks, 12 cards and envelopes come in a box for $12.95.
Personalization is available for an additional fee and a minimum purchase of 8 boxes.
