Current Pets News Today

Fukushima pets abandoned after nuclear crisis rescued
Fukushima pets rescued | Photo: Issei Kato/ Reuters Fukushima pets abandoned by their owners after the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster in 2011 have been rescued. The government allowed animal welfare groups to temporarily enter the exclusion zone in December to rescue the Fukushima pets who have had to survive high radiation, severe lack of food and now the region's harsh winter weather. "If ...

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:15:55 -0800

Pets of the Week
Pets are available at the St. Johns County Pet Center, 130 N. Stratton Road. Call 209-6190. Adoptions are $60, which includes neutering/spaying, rabies vaccinations and shots. Izzy is a two-year-old spayed female tabby cat.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 11:42:18 -0800

PETS: Getting dog licence was a nightmare
MY letter is a little late in coming but I hope it could highlight the discrimination dog owners face when applying for a dog licence.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:13:16 -0800

Get pets ready for new baby
AP Photo — Pets should be prepared for the arrival of a new baby. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Parents have months to get ready for a baby. Experts say the countdown should include prep time for pets too.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 07:47:22 -0800

Ohio bill would ban new ownership of exotic pets
Proposed legislation in Ohio would ban the purchase of lions, bears and other exotic animals, but current owners of the dangerous wildlife would be allowed to keep them as pets if they meet strict new requirements.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:12:37 -0800