ENTERTAINMENT
May 1, 2014
So many animals in municipal shelters can't find their way back home, but a tiny life-saving microchip brought a white long-haired kitty named Charlotte to Community Animal Network. Since 2004, all Community Animal Network animals have been microchipped and protected by the organization if it can't locate the registered owner. The little girl was just a kitten when we knew her. She's made herself comfortable with the family that originally rescued her mom while she waits for a new home.
NEWS
By Jeremiah Dobruck and This post has been corrected, as noted below. | April 10, 2014
With a 10-foot yellow snake draped over his shoulders, Scott Beaver told the crowd of small children that he wasn't in danger. Constricting a human wasn't in this 80-pound creature's nature. But when it wants to, the Burmese python can exert about 100 pounds per square inch of force on its prey. "That's like getting run over by a semi if you're a rabbit," Beaver said. He'd brought the python to the Orange County Market Place, a weekend swap meet at the OC Fair & Event Center, which on Saturday dedicated a corner to pets.
NEWS
By Hannah Fry | April 1, 2014
Baby goats haven't exactly made a name for themselves as household pets, but for a group of local students, the fluffy little kids are better than any of their friends' dogs or cats. Twelve students from Newport Beach, Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach have been raising dairy goats in Santa Ana Heights, an annexed area of Newport that allows residents to house farm animals as part of a 4H project. 4H is a national youth development organization that encourages students to complete a variety of projects, achieve goals with confidence and obtain skills that will help them become active citizens, said project leader and parent Gibran Stout.
NEWS
By Patrice Apodaca | March 1, 2014
Since my dog lost his vision, I've listened to experts and consulted websites for advice about coping with a sightless pet. But aside from all the practical tips, I've learned that living with a blind dog is a lesson in patience, commitment and letting go of anxiety over carpet stains. It is, most of all, a lesson in love. I have no doubt that all you pet owners instantly recognize this kind of unconditional, unrestrained love. We cherish our animal friends, and take our responsibilities for their well-being as sacred and unshakable.