BFTB NETWoof News April 25, 2016 #DogNews

Bentley Basset: “Hello and welcome to this week’s BFTB NETWoof News. I’m Bentley; your newshound extraordinaire in the fur. Joining me at the anchor desk are my co-anchor, Pierre and the #1 Weather Lab on the Bayou, Paisley. We have fetched some great news so let’s get right to our top story. Pierre?”

Chloe's photo courtesy of Wales News Service

Pierre Westie: “We often report about happy reunions between humans and their long-lost dogs. I am happy to share a story that proves microchipping your cat is just as important. A cat name Chloe escaped from her car at the veterinarian’s office one morning six years ago. She was scheduled for surgery that morning but decided to opt out. Her owner was told that Chloe died in a road accident. You can imagine her surprise when she was contacted by a local shelter in South Wales to come and claim the 9-year-old cat. It was a wonderful reunion that was only possible because of her microchip.”

Crocodile photo courtesy of St. Augustine Alligator Farm

Bentley: “It is the one chip that all pets should have on their shoulder. I don’t think the pet in this next segment was chipped. A woman in Australia has kept her pet crocodile, Albert in her backyard for over 60 years. She received the croc when she was 5 years-old. Her dad was a croc hunter and someone ordered Albert but then reneged. The family has a special permit to keep the 13-foot crocodile.”

Tiger photo courtesy of Conroe Police Dept. Facebook

Pierre: “If you live around the Conroe, Texas area and lost your tiger cub, it has been found. Reports began coming into the police department about a tiger lying in some bushes. It was captured without incident wearing a collar and leash. Nobody has come forward to claim it. Although tigers can be kept legally as pets in Texas, the city on Conroe has an ordinance against harboring ‘dangerous animals’ in the city limits.”

Maggie's photo courtesy of 7 News Perth

Bentley: “Can you imagine how big of a litter box you’d need for a tiger? I’m glad that none of our neighbors have a tiger. I wouldn’t want to meet one on our walks. Before we check in on this week’s weather, we do have a sad passing to share. Maggie, the world’ oldest living dog has crossed the Rainbow Bridge at 30 years of age. This sweet Kelpie is now buried in her final resting place beneath some stately old pine trees. Run free, Maggie. How is the forecast looking, Paisley?”

Paisley: “I’m so glad that you asked. It looks as if Mother Nature simply cannot make up her mind this spring. There will be more rain in the north and scattered showers in the south this week. Our friends in Montana, Iowa and Colorado could see some more snow by midweek. The center of the country will cool down while Florida is going to be warm and humid. It will be breezy in the southwest so if you have a kite, it could be a good time to try to get some air! The west coast can look forward to some terrific weather. Back to you, Bentley.”

Bentley: “Great job, Paisley. We have another week of fun planned here on the Bayou. Have you entered our big Spring Into Health giveaway from Dr. Harvey’s? Y’all don’t want to miss this one and you can tweet daily for extra points. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest. Thank you so much for dropping by today. Go out and grab yourself some happy!”

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What a croc!

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R.I.P. Maggie

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