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Pet Talk: Film, commercial sets no place for the average pet
By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...
May 11, 2010, 4:22AM
If you think your dog is the next star, or even would be good in a short commercial, there are rules and regulations to be followed. Full story »
Something I didn't consider
By Kathy Covey, community blogger
May 12, 2010, 2:20AM
A few weeks ago I mused about why Clio meows so much when I am on the phone. The one thing I didn't consider, and just uncovered in a cat behavior book that has some true scientific cat facts and some fun feline factoids, is this: "Your cat can't see the person you are talking to, so you are obviously... Full story »
Running Dog of the Week: Jasper
By Kelly Johnson, community blogger
May 11, 2010, 6:40AM
I would bet you almost any amount of money this dog could smoke you in a quarter mile race. Yes, Dudman, even you. Full story »
'I Thought You Were Dead' is a good book for people whose dogs are good listeners
By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...
May 11, 2010, 4:47AM
The author, who will be at Powell's Books in Beaverton on May 17, writes about a man and his one functioning relationship, with his dog. Full story »
Pet of the Week: 3-year-old Scooter adjusts quickly to people
By Special to The Oregonian
May 11, 2010, 4:44AM
Scooter, a male, blue and white domestic short hair cat, should do well in a pernament, supportive home. Full story »
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Extra Large Purr Machine: Dippy
By Kathy Covey, community blogger
May 11, 2010, 4:32AM
Love comes in all sizes and for Dippy that means extra large. This 18 pound Flame Point mix is just a big ol' purr machine when it comes right down to it. For his size, he's very gentle. You can roll him over to scratch his belly and he won't fuss. Dippy is really a delightful cat who makes... Full story »
He wasn't all about gravity
By Kathy Covey, community blogger
May 10, 2010, 2:15PM
We all know Isaac Newton "discovered" gravity that fateful day an apple fell from a tree to the top of his head. Did you know he also is attributed with creating the cat flap door? Yup, that wonderful hole in your door or wall to allow Kitty access to other realms is all Mr. Newton's fault. He purportedly cut... Full story »
Let the voting begin on the OHS Doggie Dash pups' names!
By Kelly Johnson, community blogger
May 10, 2010, 1:21PM
So, what will our favorite OHS Doggies be named? It's in your hands now ... Okay ... go!!! Full story »
The kittens are here; CAT needs foster families
By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...
May 10, 2010, 10:19AM
Kitten season is here and the Cat Adoption Team desperately needs more foster homes for cats too young to be adopted yet. Full story »
Louie is our Cat of the Day
By Rebecca Ramach, community blogger
May 09, 2010, 1:11AM
Louie is a very handsome guy who is ready to build a special bond with his favorite person. He is very sweet and loves cuddle time. Louie can be nervous meeting new people and hopes you'll go slow with him and give him time and love to help him settle. He is a bit too shy for a home with... Full story »
'Dog Tricks' video contest closes soon
By Nick Hernandez, OregonLive.com
May 08, 2010, 11:50AM
The winner receives a $50 gift certificate to PETCO. Full story »
The $10 feline fix
By Kathy Covey, community blogger
May 08, 2010, 5:41AM
Know anyone who is struggling to make ends meet? Do they have a cat or kitten who needs to be spayed or neutered? Please pass this information on to them because now there is a $10 fix for their fertile feline. They can stop their cat from getting pregnant; have no more unwanted litters of kittens to find homes... Full story »
The first Chihuahuas from last month's rescue are up for adoption
By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...
May 07, 2010, 1:34PM
Fifteen of the 22 dogs rescued from horrid conditions in Weston, Ore., last month will be ready for adoption tomorrow. They are not house trained and still need special attention. Full story »
Your love for cats and handbags could win you a free trip and more
By Jacques Von Lunen, Special to The Oregon...
May 07, 2010, 7:48AM
The makers of recycled cat litter Yesterday's News challenge you to design a handbag. Three winners get a paid-for trip to New York and will have their designs turned into bags. Full story »
Oregon Zoo's rare butterflies freed in Washington
By Katy Muldoon, The Oregonian
May 06, 2010, 3:57PM
The Oregon Zoo bred and reared them, and last week The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife released 80 adult Taylor's checkerspot butterflies, a rare species, into the wild at two sites near Olympia, WA. Full story »
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