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How To Keep Your Cat Out Of The Christmas Tree

Davey Jones — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:28:32 +0000

Tis the season for you to put up that beautiful Christmas Tree. Maybe you've searched all over Central New York for your tree but now you have one problem; your cat. Cats naturally love to climb, and a Christmas Tree is the king of all things to climb. Here's some tips on how to keep your cat our of the Christmas Tree.

Poisoned Dog Comes Back From the Dead on His Birthday

Mike Adams — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 15:44:28 +0000

After being poisoned and buried in a shallow grave, a Jack Russell terrier was recently brought back from the dead with a little help from a Good Samaritan and a local veterinarian. According to reports, a pedestrian from the town of Charlesville-Mezieres in northeast France discovered the dog left for dead because its convulsions were [...]

Do Pets Make Kids Smarter?

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 14:55:29 +0000

If you have or are thinking of having kids, it might be a good idea to also add a pet to the equation. That’s because last month a study found that babies who grow up in households with pets are healthier than their pet-less counterparts. And now a survey of children suggests that having a furry friend is one of the keys to academic success.

200 Mistreated Chihuahuas Rescued from Pennsylvania Home

Don Deane — Fri, 20 Jul 2012 20:30:21 +0000

More than 200 Chihuahuas were removed from a Benton, Pennsylvania home yesterday after officials deemed the environment dangerous to the dogs’ well-being. While it’s a terribly sad story to be sure, at least the internet community can breathe a sigh of relief that it wasn’t corgis. According to the Pennsylvania Agriculture Department, dog wardens and [...]

Stubbs the Cat Is the World's First Feline Mayor

Camilla Turner — Tue, 17 Jul 2012 16:07:56 +0000

Meet Stubbs, a sassy cat who has recently rocketed to fame. As mayor of Talkeetna, Alaska, he attracts visitors from far and wide, hoping to catch a glimpse of one of the longest serving mayors in the US.

Known locally as “Mayor Stubbs,” the feline’s popularity is undisputed: he has 1,000 friends on Facebook, which exceeds the town’s 900 residents.

Hero Golden Retriever Rescues Missing Autistic Child

Nick Romano — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:15:22 +0000

The parents of 5-year-old Scotty Meyer, who suffers from autism, were fear stricken when they realized their son had disappeared. The family officially reported him missing midday last Tuesday, convinced that he had slipped out of the house while their air conditioning was being repaired. Fortunately, he was found the next morning thanks to the help of one furry little guy on four legs — an 8-year-old Golden Retriever named Autumn.

Are Cat Owners More Likely to Commit Suicide?

Don Deane — Sun, 08 Jul 2012 14:09:49 +0000

Conventional wisdom holds that keeping a pet can actually improve your health. But a new study suggests that people who own cats may actually be at a higher risk of committing suicide. Ack! Suddenly we’re looking at our kitty in a whole new light. Researchers in Denmark studied 45,000 women and found that those infected [...]

Facebook Photo Saves Dog With Container Stuck On Her Head

Jeremy Taylor — Sun, 10 Jun 2012 14:49:44 +0000

Last Friday, Beth Gresham noticed something very troubling in her Memphis neighborhood. A puppy who had somehow gotten her head stuck in a plastic container.

Being an animal lover, Gresham knew how vulnerable the pup was without any ability to eat or defend herself. So she tried her best to grab the dog and free its head. However, the pooch was too scared and ran away into the woods.

Adorably Depressed Cat Sings the Blues

Don Deane — Wed, 09 May 2012 16:15:45 +0000

If it’s true that one must suffer in order to sing the blues, then this cat must have been put through the wringer. Poor kitty! He’s been down so long, it’s starting to look like up. As someone in the background plays a blues riff on guitar, kitty meows in time in what seems like [...]

Blind Stray Dog Gets a New Leash on Life

Don Deane — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 11:25:07 +0000

If you’re looking for a heartwarming story to brighten your day, we’ve got just the thing. This video tells the story of a blind stray dog who was rescued by animals lovers and who regained her sight with the help of surgery. Aww! The poodle mix, whose name is Fiona, was rescued by Eldad and [...]

Hank The Cat Running For United States Senate

Dave Wheeler — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 23:21:10 +0000

Are you looking for a purrrfect politician? Well you are now in luck. Hank the Cat is a refreshing candidate to today’s politics. He’s energetic, inspiring, and real. Unlike so many others, he wasn’t born with a “silver spoon” but rather earned his success and his name through hard work. By the way, he’s an actual cat.

Stevens-Swan Humane Society Offering Discounts On Pets This Week

Dave Wheeler — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 16:41:07 +0000

If you’re looking to extend the love of Valentine’s week and bring home a special buddy for your family, then listen up: This week, the Stevens-Swan Humane Society is offering a $20 discount for all dog and cat adoptions. WIBX is reporting that officials with the Society say it’s all part of the Valentine spirit. [...]

Family Dog Eats $1,000 in Cash

Mark Richards — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 14:17:14 +0000

As heard on your information update this morning, a Florida couple who left $1,000 cash on the counter said they were surprised to come home and find that their dog had eaten the money. About two weeks ago, Christy Lawrenson left a cash-filled envelope on the counter at home. The cash was supposed to help to pay off Lawrenson's car, but when her husband came home on his lunch break, he found pieces of $100 bills all around the floor.

Tricks I Wish My Pets Could Do [VIDEO]

Dave Wheeler — Fri, 12 Aug 2011 20:44:01 +0000

Whoever said dog tricks can't be useful? Check out Jesse and the tricks done in this video!

How To Protect Your Pets On The Fourth

Dave Wheeler — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 18:55:09 +0000

Americans love fireworks on the Fourth of July. Unfortunately, our pets do not. I know my dog Taz hates them, he barks at any noise really. But this weekend you got to make sure your pets are safe and we have the tips. Our friends at the Humane Society want to remind people that pets can become distressed by the [...]

Best Places to Take Your Dog In Utica- Dave's Top 5

Dave Wheeler — Thu, 26 May 2011 18:03:30 +0000

Humans get to go out to bars, restaurants, malls, stores, playgrounds, but where do dogs go for fun? I’ve always been a big dog person, we currently have four at home. We love to take them out to dog friendly places in central New York when we can. They deserve some fun every now and then.

Would You Like To See Some Funny Animal Photos?

Mark Richards — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 19:02:05 +0000

I've recently stumbled onto a cool website called icanhascheezburger.com

From kids swimming with polar bears to the cat wearing a tie, you'll find plenty of funny animal photos and video here.

I've put together a gallery of some for you to enjoy.

Showing Off OUR Pets! [Gallery]

Amber Brockett — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 19:54:29 +0000

You may have glanced through our gallery of Cutest Puppies at the Puppy Bowl put on by Animal Planet but that competition hasn't seen anything compared to the Cutest Pets of Townsquare Utica! Just like you, we here at the office like to show off our pets too.

Dogs Will Eat Anything, Won't They?

Lite 98.7 — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 02:35:57 +0000

We asked on Facebook about the strangest things your dog has ever eaten. Alexandria told us Years ago we bought a huge roll of bologna from BJ’S and it was up on our kitchen counter. For some reason we went outside(I think we were talking with a neighbor). When we came back in and our German shepherd had consummed [...]

The Pets of Christmas

Eric Meier — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 23:35:57 +0000

We put together this amazing gallery of animals celebrating Christmas from around the world.