Chihuahua becomes 'supermom' to 8 orphaned puppies

PHOENIX -- A Chihuahua mix has become a surrogate mom to eight orphaned puppies. "Betty Boop" arrived at the Maricopa County Animal Care and Control shelter in early February, just before giving birth to two healthy male pups. On the same day, a Shih Tzu was brought to the county facility with serious birthing complications. The seven puppies were saved, but their mother died. The staff decided ...

Shih Tzu dogs rescued in Allegan County 'have opened people's eyes about puppy mills'

"This has opened peoples' eyes about puppy mills. It highlights the importance of spay, neuter and adopt," Julie Kowal said. "You don't have to go to a breeder to find a good pet."

Puppy Mill Dogs Settling into New Adoptive Homes

Dogs adopted from the Allegan Animal Shelter are adapting to normal life as pets Only one dog out of 383 animals rescued from a puppy mill remains at the Allegan County Shelter. The rest, like a Shih Tzu named Lucy are settling in at their new adoptive homes.

Allegan dog breeders get jail time

An Allegan County couple who had more than 350 dogs seized from their property were each sentenced to 60 days in jail.

Dog’s best friend? Homemade food, say pet health experts

Dog’s best friend? Homemade food, say pet health experts By Scott D. Pierce The Salt Lake Tribune Published May 17, 2012 07:36AM MDT Last year, when Suzanne Jackson’s dog, Artie, wasn’t feeling well, she took him to the veterinarian. Tests didn’t find anything wrong with the 14-year-old Lhaso Apso, but the animal doctor suggested a bland diet. Jackson started feeding Artie — as well as her other ...