A Tax for Vaccinating Dogs Seems Backwards
Imagine being taxed for vaccinating your dog for rabies. In Illinois, it’s a real possibility now. It’s a local issue…
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Celebrity Canines Star at Westminster
When Josh walks down the street, the public pays attention as they might to any star athlete. Except there are…
Pets Can Teach Us About Humanity
About a week ago, I received a reader email suggesting very strongly that I see the movie “”Hotel Rwanda.”” The…
Steve Dale Named Recipient of 2002 AVMA Humane Award
Steve Dale has been named the recipient of the American Veterinary Medical Association’s 2002 Humane Award. The award is given…
“”Gone to the Cats””Latest AVMA Pet Owner Survey Trends
If you’re reading this column, odds are that you have a pet. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association…
REMEMBERING ROGER CARAS
Roger Caras once told me, “I don’t give a *–expletive–* what people spend on their pets, they don’t care how…
Behind the Scenes at the International Cat Show
(Kansas City, MO) — A white Persian cat named Wishes Lyric earned the distinction of being awarded the world’s most…
The Truth About Pet Dumps
Under the cover of darkness, a man arrives at a stark concrete building. He reaches down and strokes a purebred…
Wapner’s Animal Court Gives Four Legged Defendents A Forum
Judge Joseph Wapner, who will celebrate his 80th birthday just before the new millennium (in November), says retirement is for…
Canine Camp Outs
“A dog is the best hiking companion you can have, and a great distraction for the kids,” says Cheryl Smith,…
