Pets in the paper – run for your lives, hoggies
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Get along, little doggy. (Slaughterville, page 11a)
- Legislation updates: feral hogs. (state capitol)
- Award honors portrait book on rural life. (Oklahoma City)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Bauer digs and buries
Congrats to the winner of the Funniest Pet Video contest!
Pets in the paper – bats keep their noses clean
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Mysterious ailment may threaten state bats. (Freedom)
- A first in Iran: cloned goat. (page 7a)
- Flying W Ranch ready to go out to pasture, owner says. (Sayre)
- Faced with cost increases, diary will focus on quality. (Tuttle)
- Oklahoma’s funnies dogs selected. (statewide)
- Pet Tales: Fitting in with family; Tux takes to trees. (Oklahoma City)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper – claiming a cloned camel
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Capitol updates: cloned horses. (state capitol)
- Obamas “paws” to show off puppy. (Washington, D.C., page 7a)
- EPA summit tackles issue of bedbugs. (Virginia)
- Scientist claims cloned camel. (United Arab Emirates)
- Dog club offers training. (Oklahoma City)
- Western art gets feminine perspective in local exhibit. (Oklahoma City)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Adopt Pinky … and die!
A friend of mine at work forwarded this, and it’s hilarious every time. God love this cat.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper – Bo under the microscope
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Puppy’s origins raising questions. (Washington, D.C.) (No offense to this story, which questions whether the Obamas dog is a rescue, but there’s really nothing to figure out. The AKC released a statement yesterday naming the dog’s breeders, who live in Dallas. I mean come on, Associated Press reporter. You totally should have read our Pet Show blog entry yesterday!)
- Dogs seized after attack. (Enid)
- Honor will boost stray-pet efforts. (Oklahoma City)
- Art, horse racing come together. (Oklahoma City, page 1d)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pet people go bonkers for Bo
I thought the hubbub about presidential pups would be over now that the Obama girls finally have their dog. I was wrong. Today every animal advocacy group from here to the North Pole has issued statements about Bo. Here are a few:
PetFinder.com: “The White House puppy has finally arrived! As Malia and Sasha Obama get acquainted with Bo, their new four-legged friend, everyone at Petfinder.com wishes the Obama family the best. As the No. 1 pet-related Web site in the country and the largest online database of adoptable pets, Petfinder.com has extensive tips and resources for families like the Obamas that are bringing a new pet into their home. Those who want their own White House pup should check out Petfinder.com’s breed directory to learn more about Portuguese water dogs’ traits and characteristics. They can also browse through the 14 adorable Portuguese water dogs and mixes available for adoption on Petfinder.com.”
American Kennel Club: “The American Kennel Club congratulates the Obama family on the anticipated arrival of their 6-month-old Portuguese Water Dog, Amigo’s New Hope, affectionately known as ‘Bo.’ Bo was bred by Art and Martha Stern, long-time breeders who reside near Dallas, TX, and is a littermate of Senator Ted Kennedy’s pup Cappy. The first dog ever owned by the Obama family, as well the nation’s official ‘First Dog,’ this new presidential pup will not only leave a mark on the Obamas’ lives but shine a spotlight on dogs and the importance of responsible dog ownership around the world.”
The Humane Society of the United States: “The Humane Society of the United States congratulates the Obamas on bringing a new dog, Bo, into their family, and thanks them for taking in a second-chance dog. Bo is a Portuguese water dog who was apparently returned by the family that originally purchased him.”
Stu Freeman, president of the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America: “While the PWD is a wonderful family pet, we want to use the increased interest in the breed as an opportunity to educate people about it. We encourage those who may consider adding a Portuguese Water Dog to their lives to do the proper research to ensure that this breed fits their lifestyle.”
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper – butterflies celebrate faith
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today and yesterday -
- St. Louis pet group cries foul over prize. (Missouri, Sunday, page 3a)
- Though pay varies, many here earn less. (statewide)
- Churches release sign of new life. (Yukon)
- Questions raised in puppy auctions. (Missouri)
- Zoo’s zebra breaks neck. (Arkansas, Sunday, page 20a)
- Texas war hero helps nab suspects in dog shooting. (Sunday, page 21a)
- Touring production of “The Lion King” goes beyond animated film. (Oklahoma City)
- Film to address dog dealer issues. (Stillwater)
- Zoo animals find ways to celebrate Easter, too. (Oklahoma City, Monday, page 7a)
- Dog Bo to join Obamas. (Washington, D.C.)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Edmond Pet of the Week
Boomer is a neutered male, gray and white domestic shorthair. He is current on his vaccinations and is about 2 years old. He has been at the shelter since March 3.
Velcro is a neutered male, gray tiger and white domestic shorthair. He is current of his vaccinations is about 2 years old. He has been at the shelter since February 17.
Adoption fees are $70 for cats and dogs at Edmond Animal Welfare Shelter, 2424 Old Timbers Drive in Cross Timbers Municipal Complex on Covell Road east of Interstate 35. It is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Saturdays are only for adoptions and pickups.
For more information, call 216-7615.
Obamas finally get a dog
After what seems like a lifetime, the Obama girls finally – FINALLY! – have their dog! Sen. Ted Kennedy, D-Connecticut, gave the family a 6-month-old Portuguese water dog. The girls have named him Bo.
President Obama promised his two daughters during the campaign that no matter what happened with the election, they’d get a puppy. For months every dog group in the country – and even some from other countries - told the Obamas what to get. The family announced a few weeks ago they’d go with a Portugese water dog, a breed known to work well with owners who have dog allergies. So after this announcement, Sen. Kennedy gave the girls a pup. He himself owns several water dogs.
I think this choice to give the Obamas a dog was a good one. Yes, Pet Show is endorsing a pet as a gift for the FIRST TIME EVER. The family was getting pressure from all sides, and one of the most important details was whether the family would adopt or buy. A gift eliminates that debate, which probably makes everyone happy in the long run.
Politics aside, look at this dog. He’s hilarious. And whoever put that lei around his neck: genius.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
