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Study looks at relationships between cats and dogs: An interesting study looks at homes in which cats and dogs live together.
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Kitty Korner

Beware of curious cats: When I came home the other day, my indoor kitty Gatito was nowhere to be found. He had disappeared. Totally.
Animals Matter

Animals Matter

How to give your dog or cat a pill: For most pet owners, giving your dog or cat a pill is not always an easy thing to do.
Hi, my name is Ashleigh. I really enjoy climbing cat towers, and I will try to play with every toy in sight. I am an active gal, who hopes to find a family soon. Visit me at the Humane Society SPCA of Bexar County.

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Recall News

Mars Petcare recalls some dog food

August 10, 2008: A salmonella scare has forced Mars Petcare US to recall 100 of its 20-pound bags of Pedigree Complete Nutrition Small Crunchy Bites sold at some Albertsons in Southern California and Las Vegas, Nevada.

Expert finds unexplained pet deaths 'not consistent'

August 6, 2008: There's still no definitive explanation for the health problems that scores of dogs and cats across the country have recently experienced after eating Nutro pet food.

FDA pet food recall updates

Use the FDA Web site to find an updated list of recalled pet food and how to report a pet food complaint.
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Snip n' Chip

August 21: You drop 'em off, we'll snip 'em and chip 'em! For residents of San Antonio City Council District 5 ONLY. Check in is at 6:45 a.m. Call 207-6652 between the hours of 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. for an appointment. A special subsidized co-pay of only $10 include's your pet's spay/neuter surgery, rabies shot and microchip. Space is limited!

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San Marcos cop disciplined over dog

The San Marcos police chief has reprimanded an officer who drew brickbats from around the nation for delaying two college students as they tried to rush their dying dog to a veterinarian this month.

$23,000 donated for pup

Several weeks ago we featured a Labrador mix named Isobel in Pet Project. She had serious mobility problems requiring surgery on both hips.

Pet Project: Firehouse felines seeking forever homes

In July, seven spunky, playful pussycats were dumped at the door of Firehouse 5 on Galm Road.

Pet Project: Sweet Umaymah ready to give up shelter life

Umaymah, a 2-year-old, 32-pound black Labrador retriever mix with soulful brown eyes, has been staying at the Humane Society/SPCA of Bexar County for several months.

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SA Paws producer Julie Ruff (yes, that’s really her last name) shares her home with a dog and a cat, volunteers with Animal Care Services, and pens The Dog Blog.
Send her your questions, comments and ideas.