Pets in the paper
Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today, yesterday and Saturday -
- Dog injuries prompt search for abuser. (Jenks)
- Habitat project for dogs reset. (Oklahoma City)
- Ladybug helpers. (Oklahoma City, Saturday, page 1d)
- Mine That Bird pulls off upset. (Kentucky)
- Fighting for “vicious” dogs. (Shawnee)
- Buddy in the storm.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pass the pork, please
Despite all the swine flu hubbub, you can still be friends with pigs. That is, if you liked pigs to begin with.
The American Veterinary Medical Association, the nation’s largest vet organization, says being around pigs is OK.
“This disease is transmitted from human to human and, as far as we know right now, it does not involve pigs, livestock or pets,” said Dr. Ron DeHaven, chief executive officer of the AVMA. “That said, the association advises people to follow proper cooking guidelines for all meat products including pork to avoid food borne illnesses such as salmonella.”
The new virus isn’t even found in pigs, according to the AVMA. It’s being spread among humans. But pig farmers and owners are keeping an eye out for it, according to the American Association of Swine Veterinarians.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
Pet Show! Keep your dogs calm during storms
Listen to Pet ShowAs we all know, spring is a pretty volatile season in Oklahoma, and this season is the prime time of year for thunderstorms. For many pets, this can be scary.
Dr. Debra Horwitz, of Veterinary Behavior Consultations in St. Louis, talked to us about all the great ways you can keep your pup calm during the storm.
Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
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Lost pets living at Midwest City shelter
About 20 displaced residents have taken their pets to the Midwest City Animal Welfare shelter for temporary keeping, said Jay Eskey, a code officer helping Animal Welfare officials. About 10 lost animals have been brought to the shelter after the fires last night. To report a missing pet, call the Animal Welfare division at 427-6640 or stop by the shelter, 7221 NE 36.
Animal workers helped reunite animals to their owners Thursday night, said Catherine English, superintendent of Oklahoma City Animal Welfare. About a dozen loose animals were captured and returned to their owners.
For more information about the wild fires, read our Breaking News Blog.
- Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll
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
