| Frostburg dog ordinance adopted unanimously by council
Disorderly Frostburg dogs now have specific rules and regulations after the mayor and City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance regulating the keeping of dogs in the city on Thursday."This ordinance identifies two types of dogs — a nuisance dog, which is the least offensive, and a dangerous dog, which is the most offensive," said City Administrator John Kirby. The ordinance, which is based upon one provided by the Humane Society of the United States, lists behaviors that would warrant the nuisance and dangerous classifications as well as corresponding regulations and consequences.At Thursday's meeting, the mayor and City Council agreed on an amendment that requires owners of dogs deemed dangerous to obtain public liability insurance in the amount of $300,000 for any personal injuries.A dangerous dog is one that has been involved in an unprovoked attack on a person or domestic animal causing serious injury, which requires medical treatment.
Brits feeding their pet bunnies to obesity
London, Nov 18 (ANI): A new survey has revealed that over-eating is causing an epidemic of obesity among hundreds of thousands of British bunnies. The latest study, carried out by Simon Wheeler, head of marketing for insurance firm Petplan, showed that a quarter of all pet rabbits are overweight, with eight out of 10 vets saying the trend is escalating. It was also found that the reason were the owners, who are giving treats such as honey and chocolate. Even carrots was also found top be contributing to the problem, with many varieties grown for their high sugar content to make them sweeter for human tastes. The survey conducted by vets is the first of its kind and underlines Britain's growing problem with fat pets. Obesity in rabbits is rapidly approaching the same levels found in dogs and cats, of which about one in three are obese.
Fido insurance means wrecks won't be bite in pocketbook
CLEVELAND - To a dog that loves drives in the car while sticking a head out a window to feel the wind, insurance isn't a concern. An auto insurance company is now offering their owners a benefit for pets. Progressive Corp., based in suburban Mayfield, is providing collision coverage for customers' dogs or cats at no additional premium cost. It will pay up to $500 if a customer's dog or cat is hurt or dies in a car accident. "It's an unusual and interesting benefit," said Jean Salvatore, a senior vice president for the New York-based Insurance Information Institute. She was not aware of any other company offering a collision benefit for pets. "Auto insurance is a very competitive market, and companies are always looking for ways to differentiate themselves. If this becomes popular, I'm sure others may look into it as well," Salvatore said.
Company adds collision benefit for pets
To a dog that loves drives in the car while sticking a head out a window to feel the wind, insurance isn't a concern. An auto insurance company is now offering their owners a benefit for pets. Progressive Corp., based in suburban Mayfield, is providing collision coverage for customers' dogs or cats at no additional premium cost. It will pay up to $500 if a customer's dog or cat is hurt or dies in a car accident. "It's an unusual and interesting benefit," said Jean Salvatore, a senior vice president for the New York-based Insurance Information Institute. She was not aware of any other company offering a collision benefit for pets. "Auto insurance is a very competitive market, and companies are always looking for ways to differentiate themselves.
Teen Charged with Teen's Murder
Rochester Police have arrested a teenager for the shooting death of another teen. The arrest was one arrest in three homicides that happened in a 24 -hour period during the weekend. Police arrested Deshequan Nathan, 16, of Rochester Sunday. He is charged with second-degree murder for the shooting death of Christopher Jones, 16, of Rochester. Jones was shot in the upper body Saturday night on Lexington Avenue at about nine o'clock. Police say the two had an altercation before the shooting. Jones died after being taken to Strong Memorial Hospital. Investigators at the scene wrote down Nathan's license plate number. They say the car was registered to a Lockport, New York address. That's how investigators tracked him down. Investigators arrested Nathan in Lockport Sunday afternoon.
Geneva Employee Sentenced
A former employee of the Geneva Business Improvement District was sentenced Friday on grand larceny charges. Luann Campbell pleaded guilty in May to one count of second-degree larceny. She embezzled at least $57,000. Campbell attempted to withdraw her plea Friday in court, but the court dismissed the motion. She was sentenced to two-and-one-third to seven years in prison. A restitution hearing is scheduled for February 6. ajlja
Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version .
|
