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Besides babies and small furry animals, you can now travel easily with your bird...yes your bird. I know someone that would love something like this (he's got at least 15 birds). Now...just like your dog or the occasional cat (yes some cats like to go places), you can take your bird to the park or the veterinarian with ease. Now I'm not so sure if taking your bird to the park is a good idea. He/she might get upset because they'll completely envy all the wild birds out there that get to fly free. I can just picture a bird inside of this thing wishing he were up in the trees. But if you think your bird would like something like this, you can buy it for $29.99 at Doctors Foster & Smith.

Source: The Pet Blog

I'm happy to say that, according to Heidi Beuch, a spokesperson for Best Friends Animal Society - Los Angeles, approximately 325 animals were adopted out into new homes as a result of the event. It is estimated that approximately 5,000 people attended the event. The event usually attracts between 6,000 and 10,000 people. Heat was definitely a factor. The event normally adopts out about 350 to 450 animals.

But STILL! That's 325 animals that will live out their lives in happy homes and not be euthanized.

This is Bamboo, he is a 12-year-old Siamese cat that was given up to the shelter by his owners because he "soiled" everything...whatever that means. I'm happy to know that he was adopted by a nice family. By the end of the day all the L.A. City Shelter cats were adopted or placed. The Lang Foundation agreed to take all cats that weren't adopted. So yeah...no euthanization there!

At this moment there is no information on the shelter dogs that weren't adopted but if Best Friends has anything to do with it, these dogs should somehow be placed rather than be returned to the shelters.

On another happy note, a spokesperson for the West L.A. City shelter said they brought nine senior dogs, six of which were were adopted. She was very happy about this since it can be heart breaking when people bring older pets to the shelter.

This is Salsa. He is about seven years old. In his seven years of life he has been in and out of six homes because people don't realize that parrots are difficult to care for.

Parrots First is an avian adoption agency that rescues parrots from owners that can't handle them and shelters that acquire them. "We adopt out parrots and we educate people that are going to adopt on the proper care," said Rose Levine, director of Parrots First. "They can be destructive and time consuming and they can be very loud," said Levine.

Parrots First has been around for about seven years. Since its inception the organization has taken in about 250 birds. "It's growing," said Levine. "The shelters are starting to see them and the need is really growing."

The next event for Parrots First will occur on May 24 at the Pet Orphans of SoCal 1st Annual Pet Care Fair at Woodley Park in Van Nuys. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you're looking into adopting a bird or would like to know more about taking care of birds, the group holds Bird care classes on the third Saturday of every month at the Glendale Humane Society. For more information on directions and times email Rose here.

Why should we celebrate pets for only one week? Pets deserve to be celebrated every day!! But I guess we can use National Pet Week to pamper our pets even more than usual. In case you haven't clicked the link, National Pet Week takes place Friday May 4 to May 10, 2008.

Anyway...I got an email from the fine folks at DogCat TV, which is really dogcatradio.com and just happens to host videos related to...what else? dogs and cats. At this very moment you can check out a hilarious Shrek 2 bit with Puss in Boots, Donkey and Shrek. And while you're at it go ahead and listen to dogcatradio. From what I'm listening to right now, it seems to play a variety of adult contemporary music that should be (according to them anyway) soothing to your pet. Heheh! I can just see pet owners leaving their computers on dogcatradio all day to keep their pets company while they're away at work.

How Dogs enhance our lives...

To celebrate National Pet Week, DogCat TV will kick off a weeklong series on the top five reasons why having a dog can be good for your health. The series which will premier on the website on May 5th is hosted by Jane Harris, who will demonstrate different ways the family dog can put humans on the path to a healthier and happier life.

De-stressing: Research has proven that petting a dog can help lower your high blood pressure and high stress levels. The program will show pet lovers how to unwind at home the fun way with the help of their pet.

Getting in shape: Walking your dog daily can help shed the extra pounds, strengthen your bones and muscles, keep fit and even lower cholesterol levels. The show should help pet parents learn simple and fun exercise techniques they can do while walking their four-legged friend.

Eating right: You wouldn't feed your dog something you wouldn't eat, right? Cooking healthy for them can mean cooking healthy for you. Learn how to cook up a few delicious and nutritious recipes that both you and your pet can enjoy.

Being happy: Your dog can help you make new friends. A local dog park is the new hip place to meet other pet parents. If crowds are not your thing, however, the show can help you discover different things to do with your dog such as window shopping, a picnic for two at the park, simple backyard makeovers and much more.

Live longer: Many baby boomers say spending the day with their dog is what they look forward to each and every day. Explore fun ideas from other pet owners who will share what they do with their four-legged friends to stay young at heart.

So yeah...this is one of the many things you can do to celebrate National Pet Week. And if you don't have a dog of course you can play a little bit longer with your cat and give them an extra hug, talk to your bird just a little more than you usually do, or go out and buy some extra special presents and treats for them. They'll appreciate it more than you know!

Go read the latest entry to daily news' green spirited blog. Blogger and eco-friendly chick extaordinaire Stacy Long writes about the latest in safe, eco-friendly dog toys. Plus it's a real funny read. I met her dog Pie, the pug and I must say she is a character.

Here's some more eco-friendly products for the other critters in our lives. West Paw Design sells this organic Catnip Turtle toy for $8. Made of

The SmartyKat Birdboing electronic Sound Toy
Chirps in response to a cat's movements and makes them go birserk with fluttery feathers that are made with all-natural undyed feathers. And of course the stem is made of Fiberfill spun from recycled plastic. Fill the pouch with SmartyKat Certified Organic Catnip and you've got yourself one happy kitty.

For that feathered friend of yours try theses all-natural Avian Treats for $10.99 from naturespaws.com. These are just a few ways that you and your animal companion can start to make a change in the world. It's a small step but it's better than nothing at all.