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Pets in the paper – a zoo-y Christmas

petblog — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:26:51 +0000

Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -

City zoo gets into holiday spirit. (Oklahoma City)
Two jailed in smuggling. (Thailand)

Staff Writer Carrie coppernoll

Pets in the paper – Monarchs making a pit stop

petblog — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:03:35 +0000

Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -

Norman zoo examines safety after boy’s attack. (Norman)
A butterfly haven: Monarchs winging to Mexico may appear for area event. (Cole)
Whale death investigated. (Virginia)
Crash leads to bee stings. (Turkey)

Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll

Pets in the paper – bear hunters prep for season

petblog — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 15:28:08 +0000

Check out these stories in The Oklahoman this weekend and today -

Pigs ham it up during races at fair. (Oklahoma City – check out photos here!)
Puggerfest returns. (Oklahoma City)
Black bear hunts to begin Thursday. (Latimer, Le Flore, McCurtain and Pushmataha counties)
The state’s first bear season begins Thursday, and no one really knows what to expect.
NFL Notebook: Vick is back. (Pennsylvania)

Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll

Pets in the paper – dogs and alpacas and bulls and chickens and horses

petblog — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:17:12 +0000

Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -

Farmers hope state warms to alpacas. (statewide)
Suspect accused of choking police dog. (Oklahoma City)
Hawgs for Hounds to raise funds for rescued boxer dogs. (Del City)
Xtreme Bulls Tour replacing rodeo. (Oklahoma City)
Mom of baby killed by puppy nears end of juvenile probation. (Tulsa)
Watershed pollution trial starts. (Tulsa)

And check out this cool video from Remington Park:

Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll

Pets in the paper – chicks at the fair

petblog — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:13:59 +0000

Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -

Pooches dress in their best. (Nichols Hills)
Lessons continue for kids at fair. (Oklahoma City)
Yellowstone bears get protection. (Wyoming)
Toxins stop Oregon’s mussel, clam harvesting.

Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll

Books, beer and man’s best friend

petblog — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 05:56:25 +0000

When I was in college, I kept one pet. That poor fish. He didn’t make it to graduation. But there are plenty of college students out there who are more responsible than I was. For them, Petside.com has ranked the Top 10 college for pet owners. Here’s the list:

1. Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Fla., has four pet-friendly dorm “clusters” that allow cats and dogs that weigh less than 40 pounds. Snakes and fish are welcome, too.

2. Stephens College in Columbia, Mo., has a “pet dorm” where dogs, cats, hamsters and guinea pigs are allowed.

3. Washington & Jefferson College in Washington, Penn., has a “Pet House” dorm, which allows cats, dogs, small birds, hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, turtles and fish. Have something more exotic? The college evaluates them on individually.

4. Principa College in Elsah, Ill., has seven dorms and university apartments that allow pets. Students may bring dogs, cats, rabbits, caged animals and aquatic life.

5. California Institute of Technology in Pasadena, Calif., lets students have cats in all dorms. Small cage animals and aquatic life can come to school, too.

6. The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign allows students in the Ashton Woods housing to keep dogs, cats, fish and rabbits.

7. The University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho, makes room for cats and birds in the school’s apartment-style housing buildings. Fish are allowed in all dorms.

8. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, Mass., requires written consent from roommates before a cat is introduced. And the dorms even have a “Pet Chairman.”

9. The State University of New York at Canton is known for Mohawk Hall, which accomodates up to 48 pets. Those animals are allowed to wander freely if their owner is around. Sadly, dogs and snakes aren’t allowed.

10. Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Penn., allows one dog or cat in each fraternity and sorority house on campus.

Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll

Pets in the paper – Bark looking for bite

petblog — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:47:59 +0000

Check out these animal stories in The Oklahoman today -

Strutting on the catwalk. (Yukon)
Obedience class set. (Oklahoma City, page 1d)
Pet Tales: Boxer for his birthday. (Edmond)
Bark Busters looking for bite. (Oklahoma City)
State farmers, ranchers eligible for assistance. (statewide)
Miniature horses delight nursing home residents. (Colorado)

Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll

Beating the back-to-school blues

petblog — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:51:47 +0000

This time of year is always exciting for families. Kids head back to school, and parents are either cheering or crying. But other members of the family – our pets – are noticing the changes, too. Watch for signs of separation anxiety. For example, your pet may chew more than normal or go to the bathroom where he shouldn’t.

PetFinder.com offers this advice to help your furry pal deal with the back-to-school blues.

Start early. Begin working with your pet as early as possible. Leave and come back without a lot of fanfare. Start with short separations and work you way into longer time periods.
Promote independence. Don’t over-bond so that your pet relies on you every minute. Encourage her to sit or stay, leave the room and then quietly praise her when you come back.
Invest in entertainment. Get toys or treats that will distract your pet, like a pet-sitter video or kong ball.
Exercise with your animal before you leave. Go for a walk or have your kids spending time playing with your pet before you head out the door.

Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll

Pets in the paper – an attack rescue

petblog — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 15:37:33 +0000

Check out these stories in The Oklahoman since Saturday -

Neighbor saves boy from dogs. (Noble)
Getting a glimpse of nature. (Norman)
Zebra mussel gains ground in Oklahoma. (Lake Texoma)
Couple start family with injured pooch. (Tulsa)
Work begins on vets’ clinic. (Colorado)
Debate focuses on value of autism service dogs. (Illinois)
A dog’s holiday. (Monday, page 1c, nationwide)

Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll

All hail the scales!

petblog — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 20:52:04 +0000

If you’re into things that hop, slither or hang out under a shell, check out this event from 7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Thursday at the Midwest City Library, 8143 E Reno.

Come join the Oklahoma City Herpetological Society on the first Thursday of each month at the Midwest City Library! If you are interested in reptiles and amphibians, these meetings are for you. The OCHS promotes the scientific study and conservation of herps, emphasizing regional herpetology. This is your chance to learn about herps, and even show off your own. Any properly caged, nonvenomous reptiles or amphibians are welcome. For more information, call Larry Daniel at 737-8331, or send him an e-mail at jostoy1@aol.com.

The event is free and open to all ages.

Staff Writer Carrie Coppernoll