Archive for June, 2007

YOUR WHOLE PET

There are three good ethical sources for family pets. One of them is a humane society or shelter. Another is an animal rescue group, which is an organization dedicated to helping homeless pets. The third is a responsible breeder.
After I wrote my last column on a group of dogs rescued from a Midwestern puppy mill, […]

June 30th, 2007 - Posted in Pets

Animal Shelter Offers Special Price To Adopt

WINTER HAVEN — Heartbreaking eyes, shiny black-and-white coat, playful personality and wet nose were more than enough to persuade Vicky Joiner of Tampa to take home her new best friend Wednesday morning, a 5-month-old unnamed border collie.
The former owner had turned the puppy over to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Animal Shelter where Joiner adopted […]

June 30th, 2007 - Posted in Pet Adoption

Correction: Kroger Earnings Preview

Supermarket operator Kroger Co. (nyse: KR - news - people ) reports earnings for the fiscal first quarter on Tuesday. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst opinion related to the period.
OVERVIEW: Kroger, which operates 2,468 supermarkets and supercenters in 31 states, began the fiscal year knowing it […]

June 30th, 2007 - Posted in Uncategorized

Hilton’s Garbage Is Gold For Organic Dog Food Producer

Yes, Paris Hilton is everywhere — and yes, we’re sick of it too. It’s gotten so bad that some networks are refusing to talk about her release from jail altogether. BUT, I thought this story had a unique spin, so read on if you’re willing.
Okay, so first off we have some incredible nonsense taking place […]

June 30th, 2007 - Posted in Uncategorized

Cat food to be donated to homebound, low-income owners

By Alicia Barrón, Fox 11 News
Some cat food that has been donated to a local no-kill cat shelter will be given to needy pet owners instead.
The Hermitage Cat Shelter, Tucson’s only no-kill cat adoption center, plans to donate food their cats do not eat to several food pantries who will in turn give it to […]

June 30th, 2007 - Posted in Pet Food

Latest Pet Industry News

570 Varieties Of Pet Food IngredientsThe non-profit making Consumer Wellness Centre (US), today published a detailed nutritional review of 570 pet food ingredients commonly found in pet food products (both canned and dry).
The list has been created through a joint effort between pet food formulator Dr. Lisa Newman, N.D., Ph.D. (www.Azmira.com), consumer health advocate Mike […]

June 30th, 2007 - Posted in Pets

Buddies builds strong bones and strong bonds

The recent pet food scare left millions of animal owners crying foul and fearing for pet safety. Locally, many didn’t have to endure those fears, since they’re loyal customers of Buddies Natural Pet Food Ltd.
For three years Mindy MacAulay and Debbie Wood have filled the need for fresh, unprocessed raw pet food alternatives. Their extensive […]

June 30th, 2007 - Posted in Pet Adoption

The Transparency Vaccine: Six Ways Transparency Can Help You Avoid Your Own Tainted Pet Food, Toothpaste, or Toy Disaster

No business is 100 percent safe from scandal, but when you’re doing business globally, your chances of running into a problem increase exponentially. Global trade expert Tom Travis explains how international entrepreneurs can minimize their risks. Do you know what’s really going on in the factories of your overseas manufacturing partners and suppliers? Are you […]

June 30th, 2007 - Posted in Pet Food

YOUR WHOLE PET

There are three good ethical sources for family pets. One of them is a humane society or shelter. Another is an animal rescue group, which is an organization dedicated to helping homeless pets. The third is a responsible breeder.
After I wrote my last column on a group of dogs rescued from a Midwestern puppy mill, […]

June 29th, 2007 - Posted in Pets

Animal Shelter Offers Special Price To Adopt

WINTER HAVEN — Heartbreaking eyes, shiny black-and-white coat, playful personality and wet nose were more than enough to persuade Vicky Joiner of Tampa to take home her new best friend Wednesday morning, a 5-month-old unnamed border collie.
The former owner had turned the puppy over to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Animal Shelter where Joiner adopted […]

June 29th, 2007 - Posted in Pet Adoption