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Vote (again) to try to help your local shelter

September
24

Here’s another chance to help your local shelters, I hope.

The World Wide Web is a wonderful thing. I’ve been found, obviously, since I keep getting these e-mails I pass on to you. But I figure, every little bit helps. So join or not, but hey, give a little anyway to those that keep our unadopted pets safe and healthy. Read more of this entry »

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Wednesday, September 24th, 2008 at 10:34 pm | del.icio.us Digg
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Another animal blessing

September
24

This one takes place Oct. 5 at Christ Church in Bronxville. Details below. In the meantime, here’s a picture from last year’s event of Charlotte Reynolds getting her bunny blessed by the Rev. Michael Bird. image.jpg   Read more of this entry »

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Wednesday, September 24th, 2008 at 2:36 pm | del.icio.us Digg
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Adopt me please

September
23

Next up, Teddy.dsc02153.JPG  The Yonkers Humane Society has a handsome 4-year-old cat looking for a home. Teddy is a bit quirky and headstrong, but is very funny and affectionate and likes to go by a routine. He is independent and is content to sleep, explore, and play with cardboard boxes. His adoption fee is $85. Visit Teddy at Petsmart, 2458 Central Park Ave., Yonkers, or call 914-439-2415.

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008 at 3:51 pm | del.icio.us Digg
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Estate planning for your pet

September
23

Here’s an event taking place Sept. 30 in  Valley Cottage, about how to make sure your pets will be cared for after your death.  Read more of this entry »

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008 at 12:15 pm | del.icio.us Digg
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Goodbye Yankee Stadium

September
22

No, this is isn’t pet related, unless you count the trouble I’m having typing this because Stanley (my cat…see below for history) is all over the desk and keyboard.

All honesty, as a hockey/Rangers fan, I haven’t been all that into the Yankees since Graig Nettles’ day  (yipes, that probably dates me some). But as a native, and having watched tonight’s farewell, with a tear in my eye and to all New York pets/Yankee Stadium fans, I say, goodnight.

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Monday, September 22nd, 2008 at 12:15 am | del.icio.us Digg
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A boy and his dog

September
19

At Greenburgh’s end-of-summer pool party for dogs, they don’t let the humans in the pool. maritsa.jpgLuckily for Justin Martin, the rules were a little looser at at Mount Kisco’s Memorial Pool party for pups. Here’s Justin and Marista, courtesy of the Martin family. 

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Friday, September 19th, 2008 at 4:28 pm | del.icio.us Digg
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Adopt me please

September
19

Meet adorable Harriet. This kitty is one beautiful girl. harriet.jpgHarriet has a beautiful coat of pale, silvery platinum with a pink undercoat and a pink belly. She has a wonderful personality and seems to like people better than other cats, so she will be perfect for a one-cat home. She loves attention and loves to play. Harriet is spayed, de-wormed and up-to-date on vaccinations. Her adoption fee is $75. To meet Harriet, contact Pet Rescue of Larchmont at 914 834-6955 or www.NY-PetRescue.org. 

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Friday, September 19th, 2008 at 3:35 pm | del.icio.us Digg
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Another animal blessing

September
18

Emanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, 197 Manville Road, will host its annual Community Blessing of the Animals service Oct. 5 at 2 p.m. Well-behaved pets of all shapes and sizes are encouraged to attend, accompanied by their owners, for a blessing, fellowship and play.  For more information and directions, call 914-769-1559.

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Thursday, September 18th, 2008 at 1:58 pm | del.icio.us Digg
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Love me, love my dog

September
18

I suppose this takes care of that awkward moment when the dogs finally meet and don’t along, hence there goes the relationship. This is being billed as speed dating, um, “doggy style.”

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Thursday, September 18th, 2008 at 1:29 pm | del.icio.us Digg
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You stay here, I’ll go for help!!

September
17

This made me howl (no pun intended) out loud. Make sure to check out his buddies in the pen at the very end.

Posted by Laurel Babcock on Wednesday, September 17th, 2008 at 10:56 am | del.icio.us Digg
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For most animal lovers, pets are members of the family. They carry around pictures in their wallets and schedule vacations with pets in mind. This blog takes a look into the world of a pet owner: the good, the bad and the just plain obsessive.










About the author
Laurel Babcock is the Community Life editor for The Journal News, Express Publications and LoHud.com. She grew up with a beloved mutt and was surrounded by dogs into young adulthood. She liked cats enough, but didn't really think of them as true pets. That changed when her brother brought an abandoned 4-week-old kitty into the family, dooming us all. Laurel currently serves as staff for two completely adored cats, Stanley and Cup, both girls.


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