Nice pig plate
A friend of mine is traveling in Italy this week, and he spotted this gem he knew I’d love.
This fantastic silver pig platter can be purchased in Venice, for any of you who are able to afford a nice trip like that in this economy. Word is there’s no price tag on it. That’s means you probably can’t afford it unless people refer to you as “your highness.”
Missing price tag aside, it’s is an outstanding piece of pig art.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Welcome to Niki the rhino!
As you may have heard, the Oklahoma City has a new face: Niki. The Indian rhino arrived Thursday. In honor of her joining the zoo, I’ve collected some of our best Oklahoman photos of rhinos at the Oklahoma City Zoo.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper – none? Lolcats instead.
I’m sorry to say that there aren’t any animal stories in The Oklahoman today. So now what? LOLCATS of course! (Click on the pictures to read the full captions.) Happy Friday!
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Bo cannot be stopped
A few days ago I talked about the silly new comic book commemorating the Obama presidency and his pup, Bo. Well, as if enough folks aren’t taking advantage of the dog already, here’s another product for sale feature the presidential pooch:
Yes, you can now download an application for your iPhone featuring Bo. You can pet his belly, pet his head and do other realistic things, like make him breakdance. It’s kind of creepy if you ask me. It’s like dog-stalking.
But I guess at least this is going to a good cause. Twenty percent of the $1.99 pricetag benefits the Humane Society of the United States.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Cheeseburgers help cats
You know you’re already thinking about lunch and maybe even dinner. What should you eat? Anything from Johnnie’s Charcoal Broiler.
If you stop by any of the metro locations today, mention Hands Helping Paws. The organization will receive a portion of the proceeds. What is Hands Helping Paws?
Hands Helping Paws, Inc. (HHP)is cat welfare organization in Norman. The organization assists the community with Trap, Neuter and Return (TNR) of feral cats, rescues from local high-kill animal shelters, and promotes spay & neuter education to the community. You may see our adoptable cats and kittens at Petfinder.com and search for Hands Helping Paws.
There are seven Johnnie’s Express and Charcoal Broiler locations in the metro area participating in the Hands Helping Paws benefit:
- Norman: 1230 W Main
- Edmond: 620 W Danforth and 33 E 33rd St
- Oklahoma City: 13900 N May Ave, 2652 W Britton Road, 6629 NW Expressway and 421 SW 74
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper – Vick dog in Oklahoma update
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Former Vick dog finds new life here. Fighting still a problem in some areas, experts say. (statewide, photos below)
- Training pups to help people is no easy task. (Oklahoma City)
- Kids can ride in style. (Yukon, page 1d)
- Zookeeper camp offers hands-on fun. (Norman)
- Pet Tales: Mischievous dog a real Diamond. (El Reno)
- Know when pet needs prompt vet care. (nationwide)
- Big catch reels in funds for the MDA. (Lake Thunderbird, page 3d)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Just because: yodeling cats
A friend of mine passed this along to the Pet Show crew because it is hilarious to say the least. Don’t worry, no cats were harmed. Make sure to watch this video through to the end.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper – puppy mill bill held up
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Puppy mill proposal stalled by Senate committee. (state capitol) (Read more about the puppy mill bill here.)
- Primate skeleton may tell old tale. (New York)
- Pet costs can be burden, surprise in hard times. (local column)
- Critters in the classroom. (photos below)
And read this story now on NewsOK.com:
- Michael Vick leaves Kansas prison for home confinement in Virginia. (Read more coverage of Michael Vick on the Pet Show blog here.)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
That’s enough publicity for Bo
The talk about the Obama dog seems like it will never end. Well now it appears that the drawing about the Obama dog won’t end either.
Bluewater Productions is putting out four Obama-ish comic books: two about the president, one about Joe Biden and one about Bo.
As if there hasn’t been enough attention grubbing from animal groups about Bo, now the comic book world is getting in on the chase. I’m not saying that Bluewater Productions isn’t classy. I’m just saying they do offer a comic book about Leprechaun for sale next to a comic book about Princess Diana. I’m not thinking this is a company that’s really all that interested in preserving presidential history.
Want to read more about comics? Check out our Nerdage blog.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper – parading pugs
We don’t have any animal stories in The Oklahoman today, but we do have a whole lot of cuteness. Check out these photos of the Pugs on Parade event in Norman this weekend. You can see them in your Metro section.
Staff Writer Carrie Copernoll
