PET ITEMS: From cruelty to good citizens

Just when you think cruelty can go no further, some idiot takes out his aggression on helpless animals. The news out of Long Island, New York today that a live-in lover brutally squeezed two cats - one to death - makes you wonder... what would be fair punishment? Holding the fort down in Iraq our canine pals are earning the medals when it comes to sniffing out bombs and being all round good companions. These guys should automatically be awarded the AKCs Good Canine Citizen certificate! Canines of the Iraq War In business news the eyes are still on pets, pets, and more pets. The American Pet Products Manufacturers Association released news figures showing pet owners spent an estimated $41 billion pampering! Yep, that was billion with a 'b.' How do YOU spell b-l-i-n-g? Is there pet news happening in your town? Send it to us at stories@petside.com