Peacocks, Puppies and Pests Behind Unusual Insurance Claims
CARDIFF, Wales, March 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Admiral has released details of its most bizarre claims from the last two years revealing our furry and feathered friends are often the culprits. The car insurance specialist revealed that for one unfortunate motorist, their pride and joy was destroyed by a nest of mice who took a liking to its stylish leather interior.

Free Dog Heart Health Screenings April 27 in Salisbury
ST. JOSEPH, Mo., April 25, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- On Friday, April 27, veterinarians are going to the dogs in Salisbury. Veterinary cardiologists on the Mobile Dog Heart Health Tour will stop with a soundproof medical unit to perform free dog heart examinations at the Poodle Club of America 80th National Specialty Dog Show. (Photo: ) In addition to providing free heart health screenings, veterinarians will be available to answer questions for dog owners about heart disease - a common ailment that is almost as prevalent in dogs as it is in humans.

Carpenter: Tips for training puppies
Valentine's Day has passed, but there's always a spike in pet adoptions around to the holiday, so today I'm going over the basic necessities for puppies:

Labrador Retriever Remains Raleigh's Top Dog
-- Nationally, Labrador Retriever Also Remains America's Most Popular Breed While the Beagle and Rottweiler Make Strong Gains -- NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Once again, the Labrador Retriever is Raleigh's top dog according to the American Kennel Club's (AKC®) 2011 ranking of the most popular dogs in the U.S. "The Maltese entered Raleigh's top 10 by jumping 12 spots to tie the Shih Tzu for ninth place," said AKC Spokesperson Lisa Peterson.  "This fearless breed ranks 23rd nationally, but is feeling the love in Raleigh." Raleigh's Most Popular Breeds 2011* Raleigh's Most Popular Breeds 2010* 1.  Labrador Retriever 1.    Labrador Retriever 2.  Beagle 2.    German Shepherd ...