Rabies Tag does double duty as ID
Did you know that vaccinating your pet against rabies can also benefit him in another important way? Click here for this week's guest column by Lafayette Animal Aid volunteer Anne Johnson.
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UL to offer "Becoming a Responsible Pet Owner" Class
The UL Continuing Education Department is offering two interesting classes for pet owners. Click here to find out how to sign up, and what will be covered in the upcoming classes.
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IF I DIDN'T HAVE PETS...
It's a question pet owners sometimes wonder about. "What would my life be like if I didn't have pets?" Here's a humorous, poetic answer to that question!
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BLUE'S BLOG
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MAVERICK, KEEPING AN EYE ON THINGS
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Welcome to Blue's Blog! Why do our pets have such a positive effect on our lives? Click on Maverick's picture for more.
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Animal Volunteers Needed
Like many other shelters in our area, the St. Martin Parish Animal Shelter is being inundated with pets who have been abandoned by their owners.
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Cats Disappear in Lafayette
There's a disturbing situation developing in Acadiana that has many pet owners worried. A number of cats, in communities from New Iberia to Lafayette to Crowley, have simply vanished.
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BOOK REVIEW: "The Adopted Dog Bible"
The old rules don't always apply to adopted dogs, whose training, past behaviors and health histories may be a mystery. At last, here's the one-stop guide that acknowledges their special needs and covers every detail of daily life.
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The K9-Express
Ordinary people are going undercover in an effort to save the lives of thousands of pets stranded in animal shelters across the country.
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"DOG AGE" TIP OF THE WEEK
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Nutrition for aging cats
An old cat doesn't necessarily mean a healthy cat. Help your feline achieve optimal wellness by feeding it the right food for this advanced stage of life.
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Homeless pets strut down 700 fashion catwalks
While New York is buzzing with Fashion Week events, a Midwest clothing chain is in the middle of a cross-country campaign to help homeless pets where both models and dogs are center stage in maurices' designs.
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Indoor dog parks: The next big pet trend
It's the answer to every dog owner's constant struggle of letting their pet romp and play like an animal while keeping them safe from other dogs to extreme weather and it's concept that's spreading like wildfire.
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9/11 widow, veterans find 'Tower of Hope' in pets
Thousands of lives were lost in the terror attacks eight years ago. Cathy Carilli knows first-hand, calling her husband's death a 'murder,' but her pain created a way to help maimed vets with service dogs.
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Pet Fashion Week sizzles with hot new trends
The summer heat couldn't compare to an event steaming up New York City's fashion industry. Here's the sneak peak behind the trends hitting stores this fall as seen at the fourth annual Pet Fashion Week.
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ARE YOUR PETS SAFE FROM HOUSEHOLD TOXINS?
So, you're avoiding the toxins found in nasty processed foods, personal care products, and even the tools you use to cook. Think your job is done? What about your pets? You may not have considered it, but your four-legged friends can introduce a whole new range of chemicals into your life. Protect them - and yourself - by making a few conscious choices about their care.
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Is This Oldest Dog in The World?
Max, a 26 year old terrier mix from New Iberia, is laying claim to the Guinness Book of World Records title of "Oldest Dog in the World."
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The Old Man and the Dog
Angels come into our lives in many ways. This story illustrates how one dog can change not just one life, but many.
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MEET MR. JEFFRIES
Click here to meet Mr. Jeffries, who holds the record for "Dog with the Longest Ears" in the Guiness Book of World Records.
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LSU Vet School Mobile Unit
The LSU veterinary school mobile spay-neuter clinic is bringing hope and lots of help to municipal animal shelters around the state.
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Zoo Receives Major Award!
The zoo has received a coveted award; National Accreditation from the Zoological Association of America.
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HAPPY TAILS :) Chloe and Mona
A special story to share with you about Mona and Chloe, two souls who were brought together by fate, and who are now best friends and lifetime companions.
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Inmates Donate Handmade Pet Beds to Animal Rescue
Inmates at the Lafayette Parish jail are "going green" while helping stray and abandoned animals. Inmates visited Lafayette Animal Control this week to donate pet beds they constructed, by recycling worn or unusable inmate uniforms.
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Happy Birthday Max!
A New Iberia resident recently celebrated his 26 birthday. Normally, that wouldn't be major news, but this birthday boy is someone pretty special.
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IS YOUR CAT A SOUTHPAW?
To most observers, cats seem to be ambidextrous, using both front paws interchangeably. But a fascinating new study links gender to whether your cat is a leftie or rightie. Click here for more on how to find out whether your feline friend fits in with the new findings.
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SUGAR-FREE TREATS CAN BE DEADLY FOR PETS
Did you know that certain sugar-free treats can be good for you, but deadly for your pets? Here's information on how your can protect your four-footed friends. Many thanks to our friend Lou Weiner for passing on this article.
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New Mobile Vet Unit
Animal experts across the state are celebrating the unveiling of a new, state of the art animal emergency response unit.
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Camp Bow Wow A Place for Dogs
A new business has opened its doors in Acadiana, with one special type of customer, the furry, four-footed kind.
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 Meet a Dog and an Elephant That are Best Friends
Meet Tarra and Bella, they have absolutely nothing in common, except their incredible friendship.
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Pet of the Week - "Jelly Bean"
Meet "Jelly Bean" a lovly fluffy little kitty looking for a good home.
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Krewe des Chiens 2009 Mardi Gras Dog Parade
Dogs and their people took to the streets of downtown Lafayette to celebrate Mardi Gras! All proceeds benefit area animal rescue organizations and shelters. Click here to watch highlights from the 2009 Krewe des Chiens Dog Parade.
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HAPPY TAILS :) PETRI AND SARA
Here's a new "Happy Tails" to share with you, about a terrific guy named Petri and his best friend Sara.
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HAPPY TAILS: Chris and Phoenix
A new "Happy Tails" to share with you about a Hurricane Katrina survivor and how he found a new home, and best friend, in Lafayette. Click here to read how Chris and Phoenix found each other.
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A PET'S PRAYER
If your pet could talk, what would he say? This poignant "Pet's Prayer" speaks to the strong bond between pet and person. We hope you enjoy reading it, and that it will inspire you to slow down and savor the friendship of the four-legged friends in your life.
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What is your cat's REAL AGE?
How old is your cat...in cat years? Click here to find out how to gauge the age of your cat, and his general health and well-being, by taking the "CatAge" test.
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DO YOU HAVE A "HAPPY TAIL" TO TELL? WE'D LIKE TO HEAR IT!
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Tell us your "Happy Tails" story
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Do you and your pet have a special story to share? Click here to find out how you and your pet can be featured in our new TV10 web column we call "Happy Tails."
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Pet Health Alert: Please read this before sharing human treats with your pet!
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Find out which healthy human treat is a pet health threat
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We've all done it many times before, given in to those pleading puppy dog eyes and handed over a human food treat to our pets. But now, veterinarians are warning that a popular healthy treat for humans could be toxic for your pets. Click here to find out what you need to know to protect your pet's health.
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Lafayette Animal Aid
If you are interested in adopting a pet, Lafayette Animal Aid has a large number available. Please visit their site to see if there is a pet that seems just right for you.
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