Archive for September, 2009

The fate of the animals in one of the largest animal cruelty seizures in the United States will be decided Wednesday, September 30, at a hearing beginning at 2 p.m. before Justice of the Peace Dale Gorczynski. The court is at 7300 N Shepherd Dr, Houston. Depending on the results of the hearing; the ducks, birds, ponies, turtles, hamsters and other animals could be returned to their owner or could remain in the care of the Houston...

Do you have a passion for photographing Fluffy? Blurb is hosting its first annual Best Blurb Books Contest, and there’s a category for people who are passionate about photographing their pets. The grand prize for the pets category is $3,000, and the runner-up will receive $1,000. Anyone can enter a pet-themed photo book, but entries must be received by October 22nd. For more details about the contest, click here:...

U.S. Representative Thaddeus McCotter has introduced the Humanity and Pets Partnered Through the Years (“HAPPY”) Act, legislation to allow individuals to claim tax deductions for qualified pet care expenses. The bill would allow any taxpayer who legally owns one or more domesticated animals to take an annual income tax deduction of up to $3,500 for pet care expenses, including veterinary care costs. Pet care can be expensive—and in...

The start of fall brings new seasonal household items that pose a threat to the safety of our pets. These common household items can cause serious problems if ingested by animals. Here is the list of seasonal products that the veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline recommend keeping away from pets. Mothballs: While you may think these white balls are benign, they are not. Mothballs typically contain either ...

Got Dirt? The Houston Dog Park Association, along with Dr. Caballero, DVM and his staff are hosting the Wags 'N Wheels Car and Dog Wash Fundraiser on October 24th at Cypress Vet Hospital, located at 12002 Cypress North Houston Rd. The Houston Dog Park Association is working to promote a new safe, fenced, off-leash park for dogs to be built in the Cy Fair/NW Houston area soon. Several sponsors will be providing goodies, including yummy homemade...

Ron Burns Wants To Know How Much You Love Your Pet! And by telling him, you could win an original sketch! The Artist-in-Residence for The Humane Society of the United States, Ron Burns, wants to know how much you love your pet. Why? Because Ron has dedicated his personal and professional life to helping lost, abandoned, and lonely animals find loving “furever” homes. He is no stranger to loving a pet as part of the family. Rufus, a canine...

Put your paws together! It's finally here! After careful thought and consideration, we have decided to  do our part to reduce our carbon 'paw' print and keep up with the current technology trends. Americans now report that they regularly go online to get their news than ever before. To read the entire September/October issue of Urban Paws click here....

Houston-area pet parents don’t have to be rich or famous to make sure their pets can take a bite (so to speak) out of the good life. On September 12, the city’s newest PetsHotel opens its doors at the PetSmart location at 9718 Katy Freeway. With 24-hour on-site supervision and veterinary, grooming and training services, canine and feline guests are treated to a high-quality day and overnight care service. Canine amenities range from...

The City of Houston's Bureau of Animal Regulation and Care, better known as BARC, will soon separate from the city's Health and Human Services department. It could become a free-standing agency, part of another department, or even returned to health department's control, after a reorganization.This is a change that animal activists and some council members have long waited for. The mayor's decision came just a day before City Council's...

Los Angeles, California — August 15, 2009. I SEE SPOT®’s newest division is a wellness line dedicated to pets on the mend. Elizabethan collars ( or E-cones) have traditionally been made of hard uncomfortable plastic. I See Spot’s E-collars are just as effective for keeping your pets away from chronic conditions, wounds, hot spots and post surgery healing. I See Spot’s flexible E-collar has an adjustable neckline to fit almost every...