Posted: January 19, 2009, 5 a.m. EST
Abandoned Feline Thrives in New Home With Dogs
Finding a household with cat lovers and dog lovers can be a challenge, but when Alan Meilike, owner of two Bichons, found an abandoned cat in the dumpster behind his work, he could not resist, the Daily Nonpareil (Iowa) reports.
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Birthday Girl Seeks Presents for Animals
While most first-graders request toys for their birthdays, Copopa Elementary School student Karlie Smick is hoping her birthday presents go to the dogs, The Chronicle-Telegram (Ohio) reports.
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Dog Held for Ransom in Vancouver Park
A woman gave up her jewelry to recover her dog who was being held for ransom in a park at Vancouver, The Associated Press reports.
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Officer Bitten by Dog, Shoots Animal
Charges are pending against a man accused of ordering his dog to attack a Honolulu police officer, MSNBC.com reports.
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Dog, Two Pigs Found Roaming Interstate 30 in Dallas After Traffic Accident
A 71-year-old man was in critical condition Friday morning after a three-vehicle wreck that may have been caused by a dog and two pigs on the road, authorities said, the Dallas Morning News reports.
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