Cat Country 107.3 » Pets

In New Jersey, Cats Are Losing to Dogs

Chris Coleman — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 15:42:28 +0000

When it comes to pet ownership, New Jersey ranks 48th in the nation, with just 50.7 percent of households owning a pet. That’s according to the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook. The last time the AVMA put together the list in 2006, New Jersey was in the bottom 10 [...]

Humane Society Reunites Rescued Pets With Owners Post-Sandy [AUDIO]

Kelly Waldron — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 11:38:39 +0000

Many New Jerseyans who had to evacuate their homes as a result of Hurricane Sandy and the nor'easter didn't have time to grab their pets and unfortunately, had to leave them behind.

New Jersey Voters Say Mandatory Doggie Seat Belts A Good Idea [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 09:46:31 +0000

It's by a narrow margin, but New Jersey voters actually do support a proposed law that would require dog owners to put their animal in a safety restraint or crate when in the car.

No Dogs, No Smoking On The Ocean City Boardwalk

Chris Coleman — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 17:26:09 +0000

Regardless of the time of year, the Ocean City Police Department is reminding people that dogs are prohibited from being on the boardwalk. Sometimes during the off-season, some laws and regulations in shore towns are relaxed a little. One of those occasionally-bended laws is taking your dog for a walk on the Ocean City boardwalk. [...]

Pet Gift Spending Expected To Increase For The Holidays

Chris Coleman — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:34:02 +0000

According to a new poll from AP-Petside, two-thirds of all American pet owners will buy their furry friend a new toy to celebrate the holidays this year. Dogs and cats used to get leftover wrapping paper or bows to play with as a yule tide treat, but not anymore. Last year, pet owners spent an [...]