Pets in the paper – calming Italy’s dogs
Well, we only have one lonely animal story in in The Oklahoman today -
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper
- Martha Stewart’s dog dies. (Pennsylvania, photo shown here)
- Defendant faces charges in slaying of 26 cattle. (Missouri)
- Bill puts a target on state feral hogs. (statewide)
- Livestock will take the stage at 95th annual youth expo. (Oklahoma City)
- Will perform for fish. (Oklahoma City, pages 4d)
- Animal emergency expert to be event speaker. (Midwest City)
- Dear Abby: allergic cousin asks host to board cats. (nationwide, page 5e)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper
- Puppy killed in house fire. (Oklahoma City)
- Dog rescue brings partner for Webbers Falls officers. (Webbers Falls)
- St. Bernard saved from ice. (Montana)
- Healing animals needs to be vet schools’ focus. (Stillwater)
- See eagles being born. (Oklahoma)
- Creativity soars in artists’ works. (Oklahoma City)
- Eight states to guard predator canines. (northern United States)
- Horsemen take bankruptcy of track’s owner in stride. (Oklahoma City)
- Horse art on display. (Oklahoma City)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- Animal’s bonding behavior linked to human actions. (national)
- Animals fall victim to Australian fire. (Australia)
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
OKC vet helping find lost dogs
There’s hope for some dogs lost because of the tornado in Oklahoma City. Read the full story. Here’s an excerpt:
“Dr. Gary McNeill and his staff at the Rockwell Pet Clinic are looking after dogs gone astray because of storm damage. Three dogs had been brought to the clinic by 6 p.m. Two had collars but none had identifying microchips or tags.”
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Koala saved from fire
Finally, there’s some good news from the wildfire catastrophe in Australia. A firefighter saved an injured koala.
The poor little gal was walked around on burned feet when she spotted a firefighter, who immediately called for water and help.
Koalas are known for their cranky nature despite their cute appearance. They rarely come down from the trees and usually aren’t interested in interacting with anyone. But in this case, the injured marsupial was desperate for help.
Animal welfare officers eventually picked up the koala and took her to a nature reserve where she’s healing well. (Word has it she already has an admirer – a male koala who keeps hugging her.)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today
- - Teen, dog escape fall into icy pond. (Oklahoma County)
- - Eagle eyes scan the sky. (Arcadia, page 4d)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pets in the paper
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -
- - All safe after plane splashes into river. (New York)
- - Lisa Kudrow’s career is gonig to the dogs. (California)
- - Vacancies are avaialble at ‘Hotel for Dogs.’ (movie review)
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Fire alarm mule saves owners life
Jolene Solomon was finishing her dinner when her mule, Lou, started going crazy.
She was braying and carrying on, so Solomon stepped outside of her home in McMinnville, Tenn., to see what could be bothering the old mule.
The house was one fire.
Solomon, 63, lives alone and had no idea the house was ablaze. She called the fire department, which didn’t show up in time to save her house. She lost everything on New Year’s Day. But she was alive, a saving grace she credits Lou for.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
