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Pets
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People love pets and Arizona is no exception. No matter what breed of cat, dog, horse, bird, snake, or other exotic animal, you're likely to find a breeder in Arizona.
Dogs and cats are by far the most popular pets. However there are bird clubs, horse clubs, and groups that meet on a regular basis to talk about their exotic pets. If you like the support of other pet owners, the Greater Phoenix area is the best place to live. Tucson is the second biggest city and is likely to have some pet clubs and associations.
If you're interested in a particular breed of cat, dog, bird, horse, or other animal, do an internet search. Also check out meetup.com for groups in your city. Another source of information will be veterinarians and humane societies located throughout Arizona.
Horses are common pets for the middle class and wealthy. The climate and rugged wide open terrain of Arizona, lends itself nicely to horse ranching and riding.
If you live in an apartment, some will allow dogs and cats with a security deposit but some won't. Even if pets are not allowed, some will not object to a quiet bird, gerbil, hamster, guinea pig, or other small animal that is kept caged at all times. You might also ask if fish tanks are allowed.
If you're into fresh water or salt water fish, Phoenix has many pet stores that sell them. Some of the bigger pet store chains have a little of everything, but smaller stores often specialize in fish only. In this way they can better compete with large pet stores. e.g. people from all over Arizona and even nearby states, might travel into Phoenix to shop at a large salt water fish store because these are not common.
If you're looking for a cat or dog, consider adopting a pet. Call nearby humane societies or call large pet stores. These will sometimes have special hours when local pet rescue groups will bring their animals in for display.
If you're looking for a bird or exotic pet, look for bird breeders. Most of them belong to local bird clubs so that's another source of information.
No matter what type of pet you're looking for, if you want a baby, get to know local breeders and buy from a reliable source. Vet bills can cost you a fortune, - much more than the initial cost of your pet. Sometimes it's more economical to find a reputable breeder and pay them a little more if you have to. If someone is selling a pet for cheap it might be that the vet bills will eat you alive.
Here are some resources about pets in Arizona.
Award celebrates devoted Arnold pet lover - Pittsburgh Tribune-ReviewLocal orphaned animals are fortunate to have Stacy Berkoben on their side. Berkoben of Arnold has been named the 2011 Direct Energy and Trib Total Media Pittsburgh Volunteer Citizen Award for her tireless work with the Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley ... ... |
Better together - New York PostTo the delight of a certain breed of New York pet lover, the state recently overturned a ban on the practice of burying human ashes with their four-legged soul mates in pet cemeteries. While not every pet parent plans on staying side-by-side with their ... ... |
Edmonton pet-lover gives Wilson the life he deserves -- at last - Calgary HeraldEDMONTON -- There was no telling how long the dog had been bobbing in the ocean in the waters off Cancun by the time he was rescued. By then, he had so much salt water in his ears and in his stomach — to say nothing of his other injuries and medical ... ... |
Time's Mark Halperin Urges Newt to Trash Romney's Treatment of Pets - News BustersHALPERIN: You're a big pet lover, animal lover. GINGRICH: I am a big pet lover, yes. HALPERIN: So this issue of electability, for a lot of voters is a serious issue — I'm not kidding — Gov. Romney once putting his family dog on the roof of ... ... |
Non-profit events and notes for the week of Feb. 6 - NorthJersey.comoasisnj.tix.com or anndekorte@optonline.net. The New Jersey SPCA will benefit from a pet lover's Valentine's party, Feb. 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Englewood Veterinary Center, 25 South Van Brunt St., Englewood. There will be a raffle, 50/50, free pet ... ... |
Woman gives back to pet food pantry - NWI.comPORTAGE | When Claudine Reczek could no longer afford dog food for Erin, her German shepherd, she did what any pet lover would do. She shared her own food with Erin. After losing her job as a title examiner in August 2006, Reczek has had odd jobs and some ... ... |
Thanks to those who helped find my dog - Napa Valley RegisterAnd all my pet lover and dog owner friends who helped me search day after day and gave me comfort. Thank you all. You are special and wonderful people. ... |
Wendy Humphreys: My pet cat Fidge diagnosed me with breast cancer - Metro.co.ukCancer sufferer Wendy Humphreys and life-saving cat, Fidge (Picture: SWNS) Ms Humphreys was bemused when her ten-month-old kitten leapt on her chest every night for two weeks while she relaxed. She went to her GP as her left breast felt bruised and was ... ... |
Gingrich goes to the dogs with Romney reference - MSNBC FirstreadBut Sunday night he appeared doubtful that one of his Republican rivals enjoys the furry friends as much. “I am a big pet lover, yes,” the former House Speaker told reporters today in the Palmetto State. “I actually think it is fun to have animals. ... |
Furry Grandkids - ExaminerMy family members have fur and paws. After my mother passed away eight years ago, she was a true pet lover, my father seemed lonely. I talked to him about adopting a dog. He realized with his work schedule he wouldn't be able to offer quality time to a ... ... |
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