More money is being spent on pet services than ever before!

The 2011-2012 APPA National Pet Owners Survey found that spending grew 5.3 percent last year to $50.96 billion. And a 3.8 percent growth rate is projected for 2012, with nearly $53 billion in overall pet spending. The trend of pet pampering continued last year with pet owners spending $3.79 billion on pet services. And an estimated $4.11 billion will be spent on pet services this year. Pet services include pet sitting, dog walking, grooming and other services.

Manitoba bans cosmetic ear cropping

Manitoba bans cosmetic ear cropping; other provinces may follow suit - http://bit.ly/AvNenZ

Dog survives 53 days in wild, reunited with owner

http://news.yahoo.com/dog-survives-53-days-wild-reunited-owner-213444488.html

James Franco and Kevin Nealon Pledge to Help Pass Great Ape Protection and Cost Savings Act in 2012

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjiUUNiHqjY&feature=youtu.be

Going to the Dogs: Plan for Dog Beach Moves Forward

http://sanclementetimes.com/pages/full_story/push?article-Going+to+the+Dogs-+Plan+for+Dog+Beach+Moves+Forward+&id=16795895&instance=top_stories

Rancho Niguel Animal Hospital

Just met with Dr. Pat Echolds with Rancho Niguel Animal Hospital. I have heard so many good things about him and definitely recommend him as your Vet if you are out in the Laguna Niguel area.

http://www.ranchoniguelanimalhospital.com/

Cats Endure Bleeding and Bruising in University of Virginia Training Program

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