THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
SELDEN, N.Y. — Authorities are working to determine if any of the 20 dead dogs found buried in a Long Island woman’s backyard might have been pets stolen from neighbors.
Sharon McDonough pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor animal cruelty charges last weekend. Her 21-year-old son told authorities that animals had been abused at her Selden home. They say five dogs and a cat were found in wretched conditions inside. (more…)
THE WASHINGTON POST
WASHINGTON — My dad figured he had all the time in the world to take care of Rocky. What he didn’t realize was that he needed quite a bit of money too.
My dad has a decent pension from his job as a cafeteria worker at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital in New York. But all the pet food, veterinarian visits and other expenses are making a dent on his budget. Still, he loves Rocky and won’t give him up. (My mom is not as much of a fan, as Rocky is extremely rambunctious, but she puts up with him to please my dad.) (more…)
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
NEW YORK — It’s nothing against the Obamas. But some Portuguese water dog owners aren’t thrilled the breed is a front-runner for the first family.
The choice could mean a spike in the dogs’ popularity — and that could mean a rise in shady breeders and fickle owners who don’t understand the dogs and eventually abandon them, owners of Portuguese water dogs say. (more…)
BLOOMBERG NEWS
Uno the beagle, winner of the 2008 Westminster Kennel Club dog show, is back in New York after a yearlong victory lap that took him to opening-pitch ceremonies at Major League baseball games, the White House and downtime on his ranch in Austin, Texas.
Uno was the first beagle named best in show in Westminster’s 132 years. He made an appearance at a press preview yesterday at the Hotel Pennsylvania, baying before a gauntlet of cameras. (more…)
Dressed as Chi-Obama, Bonbon, a Chihuahua, is held up by his owner Ada Nieves of New York (unseen) as he poses for a photograph during the fourth annual Times Square Dog Day Masquerade on Sunday in New York’s Times Square. The canine costume contest, in which Bonbon was named “Miss Congeniality”, was held to raise awareness for Animal Haven’s Adopt-A-Pet program.(Photos by AP)
ST. PETERSBURG TIMES
This isn’t a political diatribe. It’s just our way of saying be original if you decide your dog needs to sport a Halloween costume. (more…)
David Mare displays a Turkish Angora at the Sixth Annual Iams Cat Championship on Saturday in New York. (AP Photo)
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
NEW YORK — Barack Obama and John McCain will attend a New York cat show this weekend — Obama the Bombay cat and McCain the American Shorthair, that is.
The two felines are vying for the title of “Purr-fect President” at the Cat Fanciers’ Association-IAMS 2008 championship that opens Saturday at Madison Square Garden. (more…)
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
NEW YORK — The trial has begun for a baseball player-turned-actor accused of brutally killing a cat in a jealous rage after complaining that his ex-girlfriend cared more for the feline than she did for him.
Assistant District Attorney Leila Kermani said the cat named Norman died with broken teeth, broken ribs, a broken leg, a torn tongue, massive internal injuries including bruised lungs and a bruised liver and a chest cavity filled with blood. (more…)
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
NEW YORK — A fluffy little dog named Lexi is being called a hero for helping to rescue an 85-year-old neighbor who collapsed in his Brooklyn apartment.
Linda Deutsch concedes that she thought Lexi — a white bichon frise (bee-SHON’ free-ZAY’) — was being naughty when she refused to get into the elevator for their walk. (more…)
A Bronx man who dumped his sick dog in a neighboring New York borough has been captured, according to the Web site for The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. (more…)
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
BEAR MOUNTAIN, N.Y. — For Melissa Hotchkiss, going on a hike with her Shar-Pei mix, Jesse, took the bite out of meeting new people.
The two were among a pack of 13 humans and six dogs brought together for a hike at Harriman State Park, 45 miles north of New York City, by Leashes & Lovers, a social networking group, and its partner, Outdoor Bound, to meet new people. If love or friendship was in the air, their dogs would sniff it out. (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.
