Pet Gazette from Denver Post Pets

Images not showing up? View this email in your browser     fetch The latest from John Davidson's Denver Post pet blog Ever since Andrea Labak got her new dog Sesame from a shelter on Oct. 23, she and her husband have wondered what breeds make up the mixed-breed canine. They decided to go online and get a DNA testing kit to find out. The results are back and Andrea, an editorial assistant at the Denver Post, has her answer. More... romps Stay, watch... and pledge Support homeless pets at the Dumb Friends League on Sunday, Jan. 29. Tune in to the 14th annual Pledges for Pets Telethon, sponsored by Hill's Science Diet, on FOX31/KDVR from noon to 5 p.m. During the live broadcast, viewers will hear heartwarming stories as well as meet dozens of adoptable pets, including cats, dogs, rabbits and other small pets. The Dumb Friends League hopes to raise $300,000 during this year's telethon, which will help provide care for thousands of needy cats, dogs and other small animals. The private, nonprofit organization spends approximately $300 for each homeless pet, including shelter, food and medical care. More... treats "Complete Guide to Puppy Care" From one of those most respected brands in pet publishing comes a comprehensive, concise manual on all aspects of puppy care. "The Complete Guide to Puppy Care" (TFH Publications, $24.95) provides easy-to-understand advice on where to purchase a puppy, and how to feed, groom, socialize, house train, crate train and travel with your new pal. The book includes lists of specific breed traits, a photo gallery of top registered breeds and guidance on behavior problems. For more information, click here.   Tips from the Experts Why do cats scratch? It's normal for cats to scratch objects in their environment for many reasons: To remove the dead outer layer of their claws; to mark their territory by leaving both a visual mark and a scent – they have scent glands on their paws; to stretch their bodies and flex their feet and claws; and to work off energy. Because scratching is a normal behavior, and one that cats are highly motivated to display, it's unrealistic to try to prevent them from scratching. Instead, the goal in resolving scratching problems is to redirect the scratching onto acceptable objects. For more information, click here. Hatchet   Happy Tails ~ Adoptable pets from the Dumb Friends League "Hello, I'm Hatchet, a 4-year-old, neutered male, short-hair mix cat. I'm friendly as can be with both people and other cats. I'm a purr-fect gentleman and litter box trained too. What more could you ask for?" Hatchet's ID number is A0605796. For more adoption information, click here. Register here to get The Denver Post's weekly Pet Gazette e-newsletter. The Denver Post 101 West Colfax Ave., Denver CO 80202 Privacy Policy | Forward to a friend | Unsubscribe from this list