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Monday, June 17, 2013  Vote for the Cat: Kitten vies for mayor of Mexican city, promising to sleep most of the day

Tuesday, June 11, 2013  The Amarillo-Panhandle Humane Society is doing their part to end animal abuse through their cruelty investigation program.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  Tucumcari City Commissioners passed new requirements for dogs considered to be dangerous.

Thursday, May 30, 2013  State livestock regulators are moving a herd of emaciated cattle from a drought-parched ranch in the Fort Sumner area to greener pasture near Clayton in northeastern New Mexico.

Friday, May 24, 2013  Judge may order largest cattle seizure in New Mexico history.

Friday, May 24, 2013  New meat labels go into effect, telling consumers where animals were born, raised, slaughtered

Sunday, May 19, 2013  Dogs from across the panhandle enjoyed a day in the park with the annual Muttfest celebration.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013  USDA makes 2nd attempt with livestock ID system meant to help control spread of animal disease

Saturday, March 30, 2013  The North Shore Animal League America teamed up with the Amarillo Panhandle Humane Society to host the Tour for Life Saturday at the Amarillo Civic Center helping displaced animals find homes.

Monday, March 11, 2013  An Amarillo woman is accusing Animal Control of foul play after her dog, Raider was euthanized Friday.

Thursday, March 07, 2013  A legislative plan to pave the way for a horse slaughtering facility in Oklahoma is drawing fierce opposition from animal rights groups.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013  TV special follows US military dog teams through glory, trauma of combat from front lines

Thursday, February 14, 2013  The Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled about 7,200 Purr-fection stuffed animals with flashlights by MJC due to laceration hazards. This product is sold exclusively at Cabela's.

Thursday, February 07, 2013  Even a French pianist can't help them: Serenade fails to put London's tortoises 'in the mood'

Wednesday, January 30, 2013  Dalhart Police say they are submitting evidence today to the Dallam County District Attorney for potential animal cruelty charges against a Dalhart Woman.