Manteca Victory
Apr 10, 2009
Californian exclusive: Florez to propose strict animal control law
Feb 25, 2009
State Sen. Dean Florez, D-Shafter, will launch statewide legislation today requiring animal owners to spay and neuter their pets unless they get a license to leave them unaltered.
California Won't Tax Vet Services
Feb 20, 2009
The California Legislature passed a 17-month budget on Feb. 19 that does not include a sales tax on veterinary services.
Sick pets paying price for recession
Feb 11, 2009
Americans who must euthanize their sick dogs and cats because they can no longer afford veterinary care are feeling guilt pangs, pet experts say.
Massage: A healing touch for your dog
Feb 11, 2009
For centuries, massage has been practiced as a holistic approach to wellness and healing. The ancient Egyptians...
Pet Owners Struggle with Medical Care Costs
Feb 11, 2009
Six the dog recently had surgery and just finished up his physical therapy. While many people dread paying their own medical bills, Deane Peterson says paying for his pets treatment is worth it.
PETA uses KKK imagery at dog show protest
Feb 11, 2009
"Is this really the KKK?" somebody asked the woman in the white robe and the pointy hat.
Vets Warn Pet Owners About Peanut Recall
Feb 11, 2009
While almost all of the fears about the peanut recall has been about the effects on humans, veterinarians are warning pet owners not the forget about their best friends.
Westminister Dog Show
Feb 11, 2009
Having just turned 10, a Sussex spaniel called Stump became the oldest best in show winner at the Westminster Kennel Club, ending his retirement last week and taking the big prize.
Snarling at vet tax: Schwarzenegger in doghouse over proposal
Feb 11, 2009
If special needs is something to unite under, 13-year-old Amy and her housemate Rosemary, 15, have a lot to commiserate about.
NPR Covers Pet Tax
Feb 11, 2009
In trying to close a $41 billion budget gap, California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger is proposing to tax a number of services — including veterinary care. The idea has both pet owners and veterinarians up in arms.
Petland Questions Integrity of U.S. Humane Society
Dec 5, 2008
A day after Chillicothe-based Petland Inc. offered a general statement refuting accusations its stores support puppy mills, it issued a more pointed response against the organization making the accusations.
No Money For New Spay Neuter Ordinance
Aug 22, 2008
The Los Angeles Department of Animal Services is unprepared to promote and enforce a new city law that requires most dogs and cats to be spayed or neutered, according to an audit released today.
California Lawmaker Drops Tough Spay-Neuter Stance
Jul 8, 2008
No stray, no spay.
A California assemblyman Wednesday officially abandoned a yearlong push to require nearly every dog and cat statewide to be spayed or neutered, opting to target problem pets instead.
L.A. to Mandate Pet Sterilization
Feb 1, 2008
The Los Angeles City Council voted 10 to 1 today to approve mandatory sterilization of most pets at the age of 4 months or older - a decision greeted by cheers and applause from the crowded room at the Van Nuys City Hall - where the council meets the first Friday of every month.
Filling Empty Dog Pounds
Jan 25, 2008
As U.S. shelters help solve local stray problems, a Tufts expert says many are importing dogs from other countries to meet demand for animal adoptions.
300,000 Imported Puppies Prompt Rabies Concerns
Jan 25, 2008
Los Angeles Times:
Bill to Require Pets be Fixed Dies
Jul 12, 2007 (LA Times)
SACRAMENTO — A bill to require Californians to spay or neuter their pets or face stiff fines was pulled from consideration for this year by its author Wednesday after it ran into strong objections from members of a state Senate panel.
VenturaCountyStar:
Dogs and Cats Safe From Knife
Jul 12, 2007 (VenturaCountyStar)
SACRAMENTO — The Legislature's customary agenda of healthcare, education, public safety and other human affairs was interrupted Wednesday by this year's issue that mattered most to the masses: the sex lives of dogs and cats.
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