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Pet Care & Safety
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Before a Disaster: Plan for Your Pets
Other parts of the world are prone to floods, hurricanes, fires – our specialty is earthquakes. No one who lived… -
Hunting for Foxtails
The tiny seed moves slowly, relentlessly. With every breath, with every movement, it snuggles deeper into the fur as it… -
The Lure of the Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny has been around for a very long time. As early as 1682, there was a reference to… -
Allergies in Pets
Cookie is a dainty Pocket Beagle with huge dark eyes and a sweet nature, but she licked her paws—constantly. Her… -
Enthralling, Exemplary, Elegant Ebony Cats
There’s a life-threatening plague sweeping the nation this very moment: the Black Cat Syndrome. It’s causing humans the deprivation of… -
All Hail the Noble Pumpkin
Pumpkin season is almost here and with it a scrumptious addition to your dog or cat’s diet: pureed pumpkin. Not… -
Dog Days of Summer
Friends visiting a beach in Florida observed a small terrier racing into the water to retrieve a ball and return… -
Declawing Q ‘n’ A
Is declawing painful to my cat? YesIt is not like getting a nail trim or a manicure. Declawing your cat… -
The Perks of Being an Indoor Cat
At one point or another, every cat owner must consider whether or not to let their cat outdoors. Although some… -
Your Dog’s Paw
I noticed the dog ahead of me on the Bay Trail, lagging behind his master as he ran, limping, his… -
Home Made Gluten Free Dog Biscuits
Even the most healthy commercial dog biscuits contain chemical preservatives. We have found this recipe for gluten free dog biscuits… -
Tips for Keeping Pets Safe this 4th of July
When celebrating with family and friends this 4th of July, remember that fireworks and some common barbecue foods can be hazardous to the well-being of pets. -
Venomous Creatures Poisonous to Pets in North America
It’s spring and many pet owners are itching to spend quality time outdoors with their pets. While run-ins with poisonous… -
Top Five Cat Toxins of 2012
Sometimes it seems like cats can defy the laws of physics. They have a keen sense of balance and nearly…
Pet Parenting & Training
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How to Introduce a New Cat to the Resident Feline
First impressions matter, right? It can’t be stressed enough how important it is to properly introduce a new cat or… -
Positive Reinforcement Training: People are not rational, but dogs are
I often buy plane tickets up to a year in advance. Within that year, something almost always comes up that…
Local News
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The story of Bella
She is a small dog of indeterminate breed. Soft black fur, fluffy pointed ears and a deep growl that warns… -
Nina Shares Her Joy!
As we spend time most summer Saturdays at the Downtown Farmer’s Market, we make friends with the shoppers and with… -
Ginger & Peaches
In a cozy spot across from the Farmer's Market, two sweet dogs attract the attention of passing children.... -
Soldiers With Dogs
The good news for veterans and for shelter dogs is that there are organizations whose mission is to unite a companion dog with a veteran seeking help. -
What Love Looks Like—A Dog Named Toby
[Update] Sadly Toby has left us. Here is a video made by his human, Jim Martin, in loving memory of… -
Dog-O-Ween 2013
A crisp, sunny autumn day — what a perfect afternoon to host our inaugural Dog-O-Ween! Last Saturday, October 26th, FoPAAS… -
Farmer’s Market Goes to The Dogs
Most Saturday mornings, Friends of the Palo Alto Animal Shelter set up a table across from While normal Farmer’s Market… -
Star Crossed Lovers
Sophie and Jasper are best friends and live next door to each other. Sophie is an outside cat; Jasper is… -
Queen of Our Website
We were sitting at our normal Saturday morning spot, a table facing the entrance to the downtown Farmer’s Market. Scottie…
Success Stories
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Charlie Button Gets Around!
Editor’s Note: We first met Charlie at Dog-O-Ween 2013, along with his constant companion, Elizabeth Guare. Charlie and Elizabeth are also… -
Sweet Jasmine Blooms!
Horses Deserve Our Attention and Our Care To many of us who live on the San Francisco Peninsula, horses are… -
Adventuring With Shilo
If you’re an active person like me, chances are—as the bumper sticker says—your dog is your co–pilot. Many dog breeds… -
The Gift of Volunteering
Why do I volunteer? Let me think. I’m just an ordinary guy. Nothing special about me. I just like dogs… -
Sandy—A Texas Miracle
We met up in Marathon, Texas. I had cycled there from Corpus Christi, and my brother from San Diego, California.… -
The Cat Who Loves Leaves
In 2003, my mother and I adopted two kittens from PAAS. We named them Hal and Grady. In 2006, Hal… -
Bagel & Cookie
Bagel and Cookie are not related, but they are deeply bonded. Cookie is a Pocket Beagle measuring only 12 inches and… -
Peace of Mind for Max
My husband & I have been supporters of various dog rescues and shelters for some time. We were lucky enough… -
Buster Posey
My family adopted a sweet Orange Tabby from Palo Alto Animal Services in 2010. The day we were able to… -
Jumpin’ Jack Flash!
We don’t know what his story is, or where he came from. We do know one day shortly before last… -
Recalls and Alerts
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Hartz Recalls One Lot of Wardley Betta Fish Food
The Hartz Mountain Corporation, a N.J.-based pet product manufacturer, is voluntarily recalling one lot lot of Wardley Betta Fish Food…