Pets

Meet Queso the kitten

Queso is a 9-month-old male domestic shorthair. Queso can be seen at Pet Food Warehouse, 6155 18th St. N; (727) 521-6191. Queso is neutered, vaccinated and has a microchip. To learn more about Queso and other adoptable animals, contact Pet Pal Animal Shelter at (727) 328-7738 or visit 405 22nd St. S in St. …

Readers' pets: Scotty takes it easy; terrier strikes a pose; labradoodle in the wind

Lola, a terrier mix

Lola is a terrier mix, between 2 and 3 years old. She is playful and loves roughhousing with other dogs. Lola is a little shy when she first meets someone, but warms up quickly, especially when given treats. Lola is spayed, microchipped and current on all her age-appropriate vaccinations. Inquiries about adopting Lola …

Find a friend: Stumpy, a gray, green-eyed kitten

Stumpy wears a cast to match his emerald eyes. The tiny adventurer was found tangled in netting, earning him a shortened limb and a funny name. But this 10-week-old boy, after surgery, should heal fine and leave the shelter neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and licensed. Adopt Stumpy and countless other animals …

Wisdom from the dog whisperer, Cesar Millan

Cesar Millan had a rough couple of years recently, but the trainer who gained fame as the "Dog Whisperer" has licked his wounds and is back with a new show, a new book and on Saturday a live seminar in Tampa where he will share his secrets for being the leader of your own pack. • Millan helmed nine seasons of …

All chimps, wild or captive, are endangered, agency says

The Fish and Wildlife Service Tuesday called for protection of all chimpanzees as endangered, an action that could affect use of the apes in medical research.

What will the well-dressed pup wear at the beach?

LOS ANGELES — Clothing is optional for pooches at dog-friendly beaches and pools around the country.

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Pet of the week: Shadow, a year-old domestic shorthair mix cat

Shadow is a sweet and playful 1-year-old domestic shorthair mix. She especially loves to chase laser lights. Shadow gets along well with other cats. She has been spayed and microchipped and is current on all her age-appropriate vaccinations. Inquiries about adopting Shadow or other cats and dogs can be made at the …

Find a friend: Jenna, a 7-year-old bluetick coonhound/pointer mix

Ever found yourself running scared? Jenna knows the feeling. She jumped layers of frightening fences in Citrus Park before being rescued by animal control officers. This sweetly spotted 7-year-old bluetick coonhound/pointer mix walks nicely on a leash, knows "sit" and performs quietly for treats. Donate to her care at …