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Often at Shorty Rossi’s side is Hercules, his 9-year-old sweet pit bull-canine celebrity who has probably logged more miles by air and car than most people. Rossi’s other six rescued dogs are Mario, Valentino, Althenia, Dominico, Bebi and Sophia.
04:22 PM, Thursday, February 20
When you star on a television show, headline for a national pet expo company, take on roles as a movie agent and proprietor of an upscale cigar brand, finding some solitude and me-time to relax and rejuvenate can be a challenge. So when Shorty Rossi, the star of Animal Planet’s Pit Boss and the popular draw for Amazing Pet Expos, needs to get away, he heads from his Los Angeles home down to a r...
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Fergie
03:47 PM, Thursday, February 20
Unforgetable “Fergie” Helen Woodward Animal Center Pet-of-the-Week for February 24, 2014 Meet Fergie, Pet-of-the-Week at Helen Woodward Animal Center! This 23lb 2-year old Terrie blend is one quirky, unforgettable girl. She’s a social, athletic pu...
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03:40 PM, Thursday, February 20
For Puddles the 2-year-old Golden Retriever mix, arriving at Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (spcaLA) may have been a welcome relief. Puddles was under the care of Thomas Taylor, aged 61, because her former owners are seeking tre...
Mutts Against Butts
03:22 PM, Thursday, February 20
“Mutts Against Butts” is the first dog-friendly organization focused on environmental clean-up events in San Diego. Partnering with local businesses, Mutts Against Butts hopes to focus on cigarette butts clean-up to reduce pollution in our water w...
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Kitten with Cardiac Condition Seeks Loving Forever Family…
Often at Shorty Rossi’s side is Hercules, his 9-year-old sweet pit bull-canine celebrity who has probably logged more miles by air and car than most people. Rossi’s other six rescued dogs are Mario, Valentino, Althenia, Dominico, Bebi and Sophia.
04:22 PM, Thursday, February 20
When you star on a television show, headline for a national pet expo company, take on roles as a movie agent and proprietor of an upscale cigar brand, finding some solitude and me-time to relax and rejuvenate can be a challenge. So when Shorty Ros...
Dr. Amanda Moore, performing a dental exam. (Photo by Tyler Reid.)
12:30 PM, Friday, January 31
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, a time to address the importance of dental health for our furry, four-legged friends. Have you taken a look inside your dog or cat’s mouth lately? Bad breath and yellowing teeth are more than just a co...
Petey
11:25 AM, Friday, January 31
Petey was smaller than I had expected from seeing his picture. His big ears and long neck made me think he was going to be over 12 pounds, not the lean and lithe eight-pound cat that warmly greeted me as I walked through the front door. Abyssinia...
Max with Ally Godinho.
08:00 AM, Friday, January 31
Max was picked up by the San Diego Humane Society last year. A few things were immediately clear about the large German Shepherd: he had no eyes, his fur was severely matted, and he was incomparably sweet. Despite living in a world blanketed in da...
![At the 5K Paw Walk in the Garden, the "Top Dog" award goes to the team that has the largest number of walkers. Above are last year’s winners from the Drake Center for Veterinary Care in Encinitas.](http://matchbin-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/public/sites/1373/assets/FYVW_5K___2013___Winning_Team.JPG "At the 5K Paw Walk in the Garden, the "Top Dog" award goes to the team that has the largest number of walkers. Above are last year’s winners from the Drake Center for Veterinary Care in Encinitas.")
At the 5K Paw Walk in the Garden, the "Top Dog" award goes to the team that has the largest number of walkers. Above are last year’s winners from the Drake Center for Veterinary Care in Encinitas.
09:58 AM, Thursday, January 30
The San Diego Botanic Garden in Encinitas had never allowed a dog inside. (If the name San Diego Botanic Garden left you scratching your head…you might remember it as Quail Gardens. The name changed in 2009)
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Matilda Sabertooth
11:33 PM, Sunday, January 26
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Cricket's Corner
11:10 PM, Sunday, January 26
A lifelong animal lover, John Van Zante, who serves as Public Relations Director for Rancho Coastal Humane Society in Encinitas, recently posted these age-old tips at the entrance of the "Cricket's Corner Dog Park" at RCHS. He says, "People seeme...
Petunia
08:17 AM, Friday, March 07
Petunia is a 7-month-old spayed female bunny, ID 78542. Petunia is adventurous, feisty and inquisitive. She is timid when first picked up and prefers to hop to you and around you before settling in. She will give you gentle bunny kisses and a bath...
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12:46 PM, Thursday, March 06
RCHS PET OF THE WEEK – 3/7/14 Name: Lola Age: 2 months Weight: 2 pounds Gender: Spayed, Female Breed: Domestic Short Haired kitten INFO: "Lola” is the pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. She’s a 2 month old, 2 pound,...
Van Halen
11:21 AM, Thursday, February 27
RCHS PET OF THE WEEK – 2/21/14 Name: Van Halen Age: 4 years Weight: 50 pound Gender: Neutered, Male Breed: Hungarian Vizsla / Retriever mix INFO: "Van Halen” is the pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. He’s a 4 year o...
Bindi
08:52 AM, Friday, February 21
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Fergie
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Unforgetable “Fergie” Helen Woodward Animal Center Pet-of-the-Week for February 24, 2014 Meet Fergie, Pet-of-the-Week at Helen Woodward Animal Center! This 23lb 2-year old Terrie blend is one quirky, unforgettable girl. She’s a social, athletic pu...
Boo
03:18 PM, Thursday, February 20
RCHS PET OF THE WEEK – 2/21/14 Name: Boo Age: 4 years Weight: 7 pounds Gender: Spayed, Female Breed: Domestic Short Hair Tortoiseshell INFO: "Boo” is the pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. She’s a 4 year old, 7 pound, Domestic ...
Holly
10:46 AM, Monday, February 17
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05:32 PM, Wednesday, February 12
Famous Feline “George Bailey” Puts Faith in Family Helen Woodward Animal Center Pet-of-the-Week for February 17, 2014 Meet George Bailey, Pet-of-the-Week at Helen Woodward Animal Center! If this 7-year old, 16lb. domestic short hair looks familiar...
Socks
05:19 PM, Wednesday, February 12
RCHS PET OF THE WEEK – 2/14/14 Name: Socks Age: 2 years Weight: 60 pounds Gender: Neutered, Male Breed: Pit Bull INFO: “ Socks” is the pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. He’s a 2 year old, 60 pound, Pit Bull. His previous famil...
Why Jenlovespets Has A Minimum Visit Requirement by JenLovesPets
09:16 PM, Wednesday, February 26
Every once in awhile I'm told "My dog only needs one check in a day because he has a feeder and a doggie door" or "My cat only needs two visits for my 10 day trip" And yes I cringe every time I hear this, like someone is running their nails across a chalkboard. JenLovesPets has policy of 2 check ...
February "Yappy" Hour With a Purpose by PAWSofCoronado
07:06 PM, Thursday, February 20
You’re invited! Follow Fido on Wednesday, February 26, to PAWS of Coronado’s Yappy Hour, a monthly cocktail party for canines and all animal lovers at McP’s Irish Pub in the heart of Coronado. Complimentary chips & salsa and happy hour pricing until 6:00PM, with 10% of all proceeds going to suppo...
Celebrating Valentine's Day With Your Dog by FitdogSportsClub
12:12 PM, Monday, February 10
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An Evening of Wine & Art to Benefit PAWS of Coronado by PAWSofCoronado
12:19 PM, Friday, February 07
Relax and take "PAWS" with an evening of stunning art and fine wines... Saturday, February 15, 2014 5:30 - 7:30PM Zilaro Cellars 1113 Adella Avenue, Coronado Zilaro Cellars is most proud to sponsor an evening with renowned wildlife Mr. Fred Krakowiak. Fred will be painting one of his stunning wor...
San Diego Bobcats and Your Pets by JenLovesPets
09:12 AM, Monday, January 20
I received an email from a VIP client last night that shows a community on high alert for bobcats and one resident grieving his dachshund. Fox 5 San Diego had a story back in November about a bobcat near Westview High School, one sighting the bobcat was asleep near the school and one he was climb...
The Joy of Ritual for Dogs and Cats by Healthypawsps
11:00 AM, Friday, January 17
Growing Pains: Getting Dogs Into the Habit Dog Brain: Are we going to the park? To the beach? On a walk? OH NO, the VETERINARIAN!! Many pets (and owners)exhibit severe signs of stress, anxiety, or even aggression when we take them out of the comfort of their bed for a regular visit to the vet...
Identifying Pain In Cats by Healthypawsps
10:52 AM, Thursday, January 16
Healthy Paws Pet Specialists are always on the look out for painful for kittie cats when we are pet sitting because they can it be so difficult to identify. We decided to list a few things to look for when trying to identify pain in the cats so that owners can become proactive when it comes to he...
Caregiver Support During Hard Times by LizzyDolittle
02:53 PM, Thursday, January 09
Taking care of an aging, sick or dying pet can be very challenging, despite best efforts. There's a lot of information out there but support can feel limited and animal caregivers can feel a bit isolated. That's when connecting with other pet parents or qualified people that can listen with a com...
"Manifesting Mongrel" - A Story of Love , Loss and Rescue by LizzyDolittle
01:00 PM, Thursday, January 09
I'm so happy to share my book "Manifesting Mongrel" - The Summer of our Content. This is a story that all pet lovers can relate to. For the most part, we will out live our beloved companion animals and go onto love more, but what happens along the way is a journey of the heart and soul. "Manifes...
Man Killed Chasing After His Dog On Del Mar Tracks by JenLovesPets
07:54 PM, Friday, January 03
Reading this article I know it could easily be me, or any of my clients that walk their dogs off leash. I walk this path a lot with my fur clients and my dogs, and I've seen a lot of dogs off leash...and shiver at the thought of seeing a similar situation. My heart breaks for the man's family and...
Participants walk at the 2013 Paws in the Park event at Kit Carson Park, 3333 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido.
08:00 AM, Friday, February 07
Fun, family-friendly event is March 30 at Kit Carson Park Online registration for the Escondido Humane Society’s 15th annual Paws in the Park dog walk is now open. Participants can visit www.escondidohumanesociety.org to register and create their ...
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Why Jenlovespets Has A Minimum Visit Requirement by JenLovesPets
09:16 PM, Wednesday, February 26
Every once in awhile I'm told "My dog only needs one check in a day because he has a feeder and a doggie door" or "My cat only needs two visits for my 10 day trip" And yes I cringe every time I hear this, like someone is running their nails across a chalkboard. JenLovesPets has policy of 2 check ...
February "Yappy" Hour With a Purpose by PAWSofCoronado
07:06 PM, Thursday, February 20
You’re invited! Follow Fido on Wednesday, February 26, to PAWS of Coronado’s Yappy Hour, a monthly cocktail party for canines and all animal lovers at McP’s Irish Pub in the heart of Coronado. Complimentary chips & salsa and happy hour pricing until 6:00PM, with 10% of all proceeds going to suppo...
Celebrating Valentine's Day With Your Dog by FitdogSportsClub
12:12 PM, Monday, February 10
Celebrating Valentine s Day With Your Dog By Andrea Servadio, Co-founder of Fitdog Sports Club Spice it up this Valentine ’s by swapping out your dog’s every day with something more amazing! Instead of: a Bath Try: a Doggy Massage – Okay, seems over the top, right? Well you know how you...
An Evening of Wine & Art to Benefit PAWS of Coronado by PAWSofCoronado
12:19 PM, Friday, February 07
Relax and take "PAWS" with an evening of stunning art and fine wines... Saturday, February 15, 2014 5:30 - 7:30PM Zilaro Cellars 1113 Adella Avenue, Coronado Zilaro Cellars is most proud to sponsor an evening with renowned wildlife Mr. Fred Krakowiak. Fred will be painting one of his stunning wor...
San Diego Bobcats and Your Pets by JenLovesPets
09:12 AM, Monday, January 20
I received an email from a VIP client last night that shows a community on high alert for bobcats and one resident grieving his dachshund. Fox 5 San Diego had a story back in November about a bobcat near Westview High School, one sighting the bobcat was asleep near the school and one he was climb...Pet-Community Events
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Participants walk at the 2013 Paws in the Park event at Kit Carson Park, 3333 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido.
08:00 AM, Friday, February 07
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