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The perfectly preserved pooches of Castle Bitov (and it looks like a few of them Bitov more than they could chew) Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 9:47PMIn the picturesque Castle Bitov in the Czech Republic, these petrified pets are a lasting legacy of Baron Georg Haas, a delightfully eccentric aristocrat.
Heck of a Good Golf Course in the Poconos Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:31AMAs my wife Norene and I were driving to the Woodloch Resort we wondered just where the heck this place was that we had heard so much about.
Philadelphia livestock shop a touch of home for immigrants Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 8:45AMAlong the shopping strip of Woodland Avenue, between the pizza shop and an abandoned building, a wind chime carved with the Chinese symbol for luck dangles in the doorway, next to a well-used fly strip. In walks a young woman chatting in Spanish on her cellphone. A regular, she passes through a second glass door to the middle of the store, stands in front of a wall of cages that house live ...
Major Victory for Hens Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 11:34PMOn July 7, 2011 The United Egg Producers , the trade group comprised of the most abusive of farmed animal industries, agreed to support federal legislation that will, upon enactment, improve the welfare of all laying hens in the nation. Until now, the UEP supported industry practices that make existence a living hell for chickens. It was a proponent of battery cages, wire confinement structures ...
New Rules for Hens Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:06PMA reader responds to an article on a push for federal standards on hen cages.
Bald eagle saved by vet's mouth-to-beak CPR Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 4:21PMBEND, Ore. -- A Bend, Oregon, veterinarian performed life-saving CPR on an injured bald eagle that had been hit by a car. Dr. Jeff Cooney, a volunteer veterinarian at Bend Veterinary clinic, was perform physical therapy on the bird when it stopped breathing. The eagle, named "Patriot" began breathing again after "mouth to beak" resuscitation. Photos: Jeff Cooney performs CPR and physical therapy ...
Breakthrough: Arcila aids Blue Jays’ victory Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 4:12AMDaniel Arcila had not had a hit since hitting the game-winning home run against Johnson City on July 6. After going hitless in his next 26 at-bats, Arcila came up big once again for Bluefield.
Late summer vegetables Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 9:14PMFor years, I’ve had a standing goal of being able to harvest fresh tomatoes by the Fourth of July. But despite having planted my first eight plants in early May, I did not make it this year. Too many cool, overcast days have resulted in a fine crop of still very green tomatoes.
Dr. Dolittle’s Kind of Co-op Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:12PMMillan House, a two-building co-op on East 68th and East 69th Streets, has facades adorned with an astonishing number of animals.
Replacement turkeys ready for the big show Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 9:41AMSchool may be out for the summer, but a group of Nipomo High School FFA students are still frequenting the campus two or three times a week to prepare their turkeys for the Santa Barbara County Fair.
Breakthrough plan for humane treatment of egg-laying hens Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 5:38AMThis is a Los Angeles Times editorial.For years, the Humane Society of the United States and Uni
Around Your Town: 07/14/11 Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 11:55PMMiss Sierra Vista 2010 Brittnay Farrar and Mayor Rick Mueller look over the July 30 Miss Sierra Vista scholarship pageant day proclamation at the mayor’s office on Monday. (Beatrice Richardson • Herald/Review) Birders of all levels are invited to participate in upcoming bird walks sponsored by the Friends of the San Pedro River. Walks are scheduled at 7 a.m. today and July 23 and depart from the ...
Shady Hills woman's exotic birds create battle zone with neighbors Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:53PMBy Erin Sullivan, Times Staff Writer Wednesday, July 13, 2011 Connie Kloss’ Shady Hills property is home to about 70 birds, including these colorful macaws. She keeps them in cages in two buildings on her 1.3 acres. Kloss says the birds give her joy, but neighbors say the noise is awful. They sought relief from county officials. DADE CITY — Mike Phillips leaned forward on the bench inside the ...
Around Your Town: 07/13/11 Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 9:55PMA bunny pokes around the mud after Sunday’s flash flood near Ramsey Road on Monday. (Beatrice Richardson • Herald/Review) Birders of all levels are invited to participate in upcoming bird walks sponsored by the Friends of the San Pedro River. Walks are scheduled at 7 a.m. today and July 23 and depart from the San Pedro House, 9800 E. Hwy. 90, Sierra Vista. There is no charge for the walk ...
A Chicken-Shit Tale of Super-Market Marketing Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 8:28PMThe photo Berkeley Bowl doesn't want you to see. Mary is in the middle, surrounded by her husband, and sons; and doesn't the label leave out the word "chicken" from "organic breast?"
Birds are PAWS' most frequent fliers Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 11:04AMLYNNWOOD -- PAWS is generally thought of as the place that cares for cats and dogs or even the occasional bear or raccoon. But birds make up the majority of the animals treated at the nonprofit.
Birds of prey Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 9:57AMThe North Platte Telegraph As their handlers carefully brought the birds of prey out of their cages, the children in attendance sat up with wide-eyed expectation and wonderment on Saturday at the North Platte Children's Museum.
Around your town 07/12/11 Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 1:55AMFreckles peeks over the top of his enclosure in Hereford on Monday. (Beatrice Richardson • Herald/Review) The Huachuca Area Republican Women’s Club will meet at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pueblo del Sol Country Club for coffee and registration, followed by lunch and a program at 11:00. Community principals will participate in a panel, “Aftermath of a Wildfire — HARW Honors Our Leaders.” Cost for ...
Where animal attraction is natural Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 1:10PMThe story of the coyote and the bear at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center got my attention.
59 roosters seized at suspected cockfighting ring Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 11:52AMSAN ANTONIO --The cock now crows at Animal Care Services; the 59 roosters were rounded up from an alleged cock-fight. The colorful creatures were gearing up for the fight of their lives Sunday afternoon, inside a dusty ring in the 15900 block of Henze Road. But a phone tip to the sheriff cut the event short. Deputies called in ACS to handle the birds. “Some of the roosters had what appeared to ...
Wild Water: 'River' Runs Deep With Ferocity, Heart Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 9:24AMBonnie Jo Campbell's Once Upon a River is a violent but inspiring tale, packed with colorful river dwellers, factory workers, farmers, hunters, housewives and, at its center, a teenage girl with an iron gut and a heart to match.
Taliban aim to sabotage Afghan transition - UK military Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 8:52AMLASHKAR GAH, Afghanistan (Reuters) - Taliban insurgents are trying to sabotage a security handover in the capital of Afghanistan's violent southern Helmand province, but Afghan police and troops can protect the city after a year of preparation, British army commanders say.
Around Your Town 07/11/11 Monday, July 11, 2011 @ 2:26AMAARP Driver Safety Classes will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today. Future class dates are July, 18 and 25. These classes are all the same and last for 1 day only. All classes will be held at the Department of Public Safety (Highway Patrol Office) at 2599 E. Tacoma. For details, call George McKinley at 236-5139. read more
Conservation district plans field day Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 12:49PMTHREE OAKS - The Berrien Conservation District in partnership with Berrien County Farm Bureau and the Natural Resources Conservation Service will host a field day July 21, at 15205 Pardee Road in Three Oaks.
Around Your Town 07/10/11 Sunday, July 10, 2011 @ 2:25AMGracie Simmons, 9, center, and sister Gabby, 7, dance and sing in front of a number of discarded hotel mirrors recently in Sierra Vista. (Mark Levy • Herald/Review) The Sierra Vista United Methodist Church ( SVUMC ) invites young adults between the ages of 18-24 to participate in a twice-monthly, informal Bible discussion group. A variety of topics will be explored, to include current events ...
SPCA feeling strain of overcrowded shelter Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 10:53PMWEST PITTSTON - Deborah Hastie has a "Houdini" cats problem. Three cats were abandoned after a neighbor was evicted from her Fifth Street home and have been relying on Hastie and other neighbors for food.
In Luzerne County, SPCA struggles with demand for its services Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 10:49PMWEST PITTSTON - Deborah Hastie has a "Houdini" cats problem.Three cats were abandoned after a neighbor was evicted from her Fifth Street home and have been relying on Ms. Hastie and other neighbors for food.But when Ms. Hastie first trapped one of the
County SPCA bogged down with cruelty cases Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 9:20PMWEST PITTSTON - Deborah Hastie has a "Houdini" cats problem.Three cats were abandoned after a neighbor was evicted from her Fifth Street home and have been relying on Hastie and other neighbors for food.But when Hastie first trapped one of the young ca
Around Your Town: 07/09/11 Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 11:40PMSpencer G. Kerr, 11, helps with the Boy Scouts of America Troop 445 service project at the Sierra Vista United Methodist Church on Friday. The troop stayed for one week at the church and is returning a favor. (Beatrice Richardson • Herald/Review) Friends of Rick and Jona Schlosser are hosting a potluck benefit on their behalf from noon until 5 p.m. today at the Fireside Lounge, 2092 N. Highway ...
A Magic Flute Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 12:27PMChances are that few audience members of "A Magic Flute," director Peter Brook's reimagining of Mozart's opera "The Magic Flute," which is performed in French and German and relies on English supertitles, are trilingual. Still, the universal language of opera is passion.
Rolling on: Jays remain undefeated in non-one run games Friday, July 8, 2011 @ 4:13AMDavid Rollins just keeps rolling along. So does Art Charles.
US egg industry moves on caged hens Thursday, July 7, 2011 @ 10:19PMThreatened with a series of state laws cracking down on cramped cages, the American egg industry says it will agree to seek federal regulation to improve conditions for egg-laying hens.
Magic Pet Shop Closing After 50 Years, Ziggy The Parrot Jobless Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 10:29AMGet Business Mobile Text Alerts : Text BIZ To 37798 Ziggy, a raucous tenor who's been serenading customers at the Magic Pet Shop for 20 years, is about to be out of a job.
Kansas State Baseball Coach Brad Hill, "If We Can Do It At Kansas, We Can Do It At Kansas State" Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 6:21AMThe rise of the Kansas State baseball program over the last few years hasn't surprised many who were paying attention, but those who haven't are finally noticing the consistent success of a newly relevant program in the Big XII landscape. When Brad Hill was hired in the summer of 2003 as the head baseball coach at Kansas State there weren't a lot of people around Manhattan at the time that could ...
Laylaspetstore.com Launches On-line Pet Store Featuring Great Discounts, and a Unique “Spokesdog” Layla Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 3:28AMAbout Laylaspetstore.com is a leading innovator, marketer and producer of quality branded products for the pet industry.Staten Island, NY (PRWEB) July 06, 2011 Michael Barbato and Nancyann announce the launch of Laylaspetstore.com the fun and friendly online super pet store.Layla, their 3-year-old Maltese dog is the “founder”, named as a tribute to the couple’s favorite song Layla by Eric ...
Save and respect the cats Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 1:40AMI just read that Lake County kills more cats per capita than any other county in the state. This is a disgrace! We can and must do better for the cats, who are among our best and most useful friends. They provide a lot of love and joy for many people, and keep the rodents under control.
Auction Albuquerque - Bid Daddy Auctions Announces 362 Items are Available for Bidding for The July 5th 2011 Auction Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 5:13PM1Galoob Speedwave II Corvette Stingray RC Car2Lot of Tools2 Folding Saws w/ Replacement Blades2 Small Garden Rakes, Black Decker 7 1/4" Wood Cutting Circular Saw Blade New In Pkg 3Box LotMosquito Control, Hot Tub Chemicals, GrassWeeder, and more 4USA Flag Set Incl. Eagle, Pole, Brackets, Screws, Fasteners NEW IN PACKAGE 54 Hummingbird Feeders6Assorted Air Diffusers...
Roosters Being Held at SF Animal Shelter Until Cockfighting Trial Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 2:52PMThe accommodations at the Santa Fe Animal Shelter are for the birds. Since last summer, the crowing of roosters has echoed through the facility’s hallways — all but drowning out... Read more »
Parrots rescued from hoarder recovering in Orlando; 50 found dead Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 11:17AMThe birds were among 27 found alive and about 50 dead at a property in Sebring. More than a dozen parrots found dehydrated and starving on Monday are recovering today inOrlando.
Rock rats and pitfall traps: A zoologist's holiday Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 10:53AMVariety is the spice of life remembers our blogger Jack Ashby, as he returns from a holiday surveying Australian mammals
Belarus: Europe's big beasts Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 6:36AMSara Evans spots rare free-roaming bison among the ancient woodland of south-west Belarus.
Birds of prey Saturday, July 2, 2011 @ 7:52AMThe North Platte Telegraph As their handlers carefully brought the birds of prey out of their cages, the children in attendance sat up with wide-eyed expectation and wonderment on Saturday at the North Platte Children's Museum.
3 fun things July 15-17 Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 4:05PMNORCROSS Atlanta's Exotic Bird Fair at North Atlanta Trade Center This trade show isn’t just for the birds.
Ottawa controlling goose population with non-lethal means Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 4:14AMNackawic isn't the only community wrestling with burgeoning goose populations.
Campus nest stirred, keepers fly the coop Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 5:47PMRanchi, June 30: More than a hundred birds — mostly exotic and thus prohibited from captive grooming under wildlife laws — were found on the Bariatu campus of Hi-Q International Academy during a marathon raid by the forest department today.
Pet store worker settles action with HSE Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 8:13AMA woman who claims she contracted a rare brain disease from parrots while working in a pet shop has settled her High Court action against the HSE.
Cards prospect Wong impresses in pro debut with Quad Cities Tuesday, June 28, 2011 @ 10:20AMFirst-round pick Wong has two hits and two RBIs in first game after signing deal with Cardinals.
Aviary's Andean condors get a clean bill of health Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 6:00PMThink you get a little cranky when during a doctor's visit? Meet Rhodan and Lianni. It took four technicians to subdue the massive birds for the exams.
26 men nabbed for cockfight gambling Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 9:39AMMonday, June 27th, 2011 21:49:00 SANDAKAN: Police detained 26 men who were involved in cockfight gambling in a raid on a house at Batu 5 Jalan Lintas, Sibuga, yesterday. Sandakan police chief ACP Rowell Marong said all of them, aged between 30 and 68, were inside the premises when police stormed the place at 2.35pm. The raiding party seized 13 cockerels, 14 fowls' spur sheaths and three bird ...
26 MEN NABBED FOR COCKFIGHT GAMBLING Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 6:04AMSANDAKAN, June 27 (Bernama) -- Police detained 26 men who were involved incockfight gambling in a raid on a house at Batu 5 Jalan Lintas, Sibuga,yesterday. Sandakan police chief ACP Rowell Marong said all of them,aged between 30 and 68, were inside the premises when police stormed the placeat 2.35pm. The raiding party seized 13 cockerels, 14 fowls'' spur sheaths and threebird cages at the ...