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Vet invests in future vets

Students in DeKalb County are learning that veterinary science is not about playing with puppies and kittens. “It is sometimes, but most of the time…we do a lot of preventative medication,” said Dr. Paula Murray, a veterinarian at Snapfinger Cr...

Petitioners want county to prioritize animal services

More than 1,800 people have signed an on-line petition at www.change.org urging the county to restore the budget for animal services to the 2011 level, reduce animal euthanizations and build a new shelter in 2012. “The animal control employees work...

Animal task force: County needs new shelter

Dripping pipes and standing water are some of the problems at the county’s animal services facility, which needs to be replaced or repaired, according to a task force. Photo by Andrew Cauthen
Finding a new facility for the county’s animal shelter must be a top priority, according to a preliminary report by a task force studying animal services in the county. “We must and with great speed find a new facility,” said Susan Neugent, cha...

DeKalb resident unites pet-bloggers around the world

Denise Quashie, with her dog Frankie Beans, who has more than 550 followers on Twitter. Photo by Travis Hudgons
“I didn’t realize that there are people that specialize in just blogging about pets,” said Denise Quashie. Brookhaven resident Quashie filled a void in the pet blogging world when she created the BarkWorld Expo 2009. Before BarkWorld there was ...

New store in Avondale Estates gives second chance to merchandise and pets

Wife and husband owners Tanya Mahrous and Toby Tobias say their rescued Dalmatian Lucky was the inspiration for starting their business. Photo by Kathy Mitchell
When Tanya Mahrous accepted a buyout package from her corporate job she knew exactly what she wanted her next move to be. She wanted to start a business that combined a favorite pastime—bargain hunting—and a passion—helping homeless pets. She r...

Chamblee-based vet clinic provides low-cost pet care to low-income population

Georgia State student Martina Montalbetti says she has a tough time paying for shots for her Australian shepherd puppy Molly without the special rates offered at WellPet. Photo by Deborah Held
by Deborah Held As any animal lover knows, pet ownership is costly. The recent economic downturn has only made matters worse, as pet owners have sometimes had to choose between caring for themselves and their families or for their four-legged loved o...

Chamblee pet funeral home largest in the U.S.

Founder, Doyle Shugart. Photos By John Hewitt
It was just a dog. That’s what some people would say. But when David McCarthy’s Great Dane, Bandit, died in his Decatur living room last spring, the pet funeral home director treated the animal as if it were a fallen soldier. Shortly after the ve...

Twitter not just for humans

Echo looks to give Twitter a try. Photo by Travis Hudgons
Brookhaven event planner Denise Quashie often imagined what her dog Frankie Beans would say if he could talk. So on a whim last fall, she created an alias for her Yorkie Shih Tzu mix on Twitter.com, the free social networking site where people post s...

Doraville passes animal anti-tethering law

An ordinance banning animals from being tethered was passed last week by Doraville’s City Council. Owners wishing to tie up their animals must now be present or face the possibility of heavy fines. The restrictions, said mayoral assistant Luke Howe...

Learning to walk the dog: Sometimes pet obedience is no simple task

Jeremiah McClendon leads Remy through an obedience exercise. Photo by Gale Horton Gay
Kids aren’t the only ones having to endure summer school. On an unbearably hot afternoon, Remy’s attention is straying from the commands of the instructor. He does what he’s told for a while but then he appears to hear or see something that mig...

Beamer and Gina

Beamer and Gina
DOG: Beamer is a male Boxer/Boston Terrier mix. He is about 2 years old and weighs about 40 pounds. Beamer is cute, has a great temperament and is friendly with people and other dogs. He is up to date with routine shots and has been neutered.CAT: Gin...

Cheney and Domino

Cheney and Domino
DOG: Some say Cheney looks like a really big Beagle, but he’s actually a Beagle/shepherd mix. Cheney is two-three years old and weighs 60-70 pounds. He’s really nice dog and likes people and other dogs. Cheney came into the shelter already neute...

A-Rod and Hector

A-Rod and Hector
DOG: A-Rod got his name from his ball playing skills. He loves to play ball. He will chase after a ball, bring it back and drop it. A-Rod will also catch a ball in the air and then drop it. He will play ball until he collapses; it is his favorite thi...

Zora & Kally

Zora & Kally
DOG: Zora is female German Shepherd mix who looks similar to a black German Shepherd. She is sweet and energetic, approximately three years old and is estimated to weigh 60 pounds. Zora is up-to-date with routine shots and spayed. She has been availa...

Cyrus & Marisol

Cyrus & Marisol
DOG: Cyrus is a handsome Labrador retriever/Spaniel mix. He is about 2 years old and weighs approximately 40 pounds. Cyrus is very friendly and loves attention. He has been at the shelter for quite a while and needs to find a new home soon. CAT: Ma...

Shelby & Moxie

Shelby & Moxie
DOG: Shelby is a female Labrador Retriever/Shepherd mix who is described as beautiful, sweet and playful. Shelby is believed to be two-three years old and weighs approximately 60 pounds. She is looking for a forever home. CAT: Moxie is a stunning M...