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
Pets in the paper – horses in the rotunda
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Horse owners stampede Capitol. (state capitol)
- Legislative update: cloned horses, livestock. (state capitol)
- Castaway dog found on island. (Australia)
- Standoff follows cat’s death in city. (Oklahoma City)
- Fire ants still march into state. (southern Oklahoma)
- Kids, animals to go egg hunting at zoo. (Oklahoma City)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper – Ants in Norman’s pants
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Two museum events will focus on ants. (Norman)
- Dog events have foes howling in Oklahoma. (Ardmore)
- Youth Expo winners take top honors. (statewide)
- Animal plan wins support. (Oklahoma House of Representatives)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Deadly or not, spider will do no harm. (Tulsa)
- A reel father-and-son activity. (page 12a)
- Attractions escape sting of economy. (Oklahoma City)
- Children swarm to Bug Fest. (Norman)
- Pet Tales: Lost dog finds a home. (El Reno)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper
Check out these animal stories from The Oklahoman today, yesterday and Saturday:
- Make your pet a video star in NewsOK.com contest.
- Bug Fest has creepy-crawlie stars. (Norman)
- Mailed jailed in doe shooting. (Vermont)
- Equine dentist law has teeth. (statewide)
- State park just made horse sense. (Wagoner)
- Zoo welcomes baby elephant. (California)
- Condor suffers from gunshot. (California)
- Oil soaks pelican, Australian beach. (Saturday, page 7a)
- Don’t make impulse bunny buy. (statewide)
- Oklahoma City Zoo exhibit revives dinosaurs.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pet advice after the tornados
The tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma were a reminder to pet owners how important identification is.
Severe weather can rip down fences, pull down walls and leave pets confused and scared. At least one veterinarian is helping reunite lost dogs with their owners. The best way to ensure a pet is returned is by microchipping, he said. Collars and tags can sometimes be caught and torn by debris. Microchips stay under the skin and can be tracked by any vet or shelter official.
Here is some more information from the ASPCA about disaster readiness:
- The Pet Evacuation Transportation Safety (PETS) Act, passed after Hurricane Katrina, allows owners to take their companion animals with them to shelters. Contact the shelter before you show up to make sure it’s OK. Some shelters are designed for animal owners.
- Practice getting your animal out of the house so it isn’t scary or difficult. This is especially important for cat carriers.
- Owners with pets that require special temperature settings, such as reptiles, need to have duplicates of everything, such as heaters. Fish owners should have a small, transportable tank ready.
- Socialize your pet as much as possible in case they come in contact with rescuers or other people at the shelter.
- Keep an emergency kit of your pets needs, such as any medicines and some food, that you can take with you. Be sure to keep a photo of you with your pet if you get separated and have to claim him.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Animals in the news
Read the Home and Garden section of the paper today for some neat animal-related stories. Chris Jones wrote a helpful story about insects in the garden. (Hey – some people keep insects as pets! But I’m not sure about this stink bug. If anyone keeps stink bugs as pets, I’d be really impressed.) Also, read about POUF!, a new little tool that helps remove pet hair. Dear Abby hands out advice to a couple who lost their dog and are looking for a nice way to thank their vet and physical therapists. (Click here to read her column on her Web site.)
- Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
