Pets of the Week
      TWO TIMES THE LOVE— Goli, above, is an 8-year-old male Rottweiler who is sweet, goofy and good-natured. Jazzy, below, is a 6-year-old female Chow Chow. She is good with other dogs and people of all ages. Both were rescued animals and tend to be overlooked due to their ages. They just need another chance.
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Foreclosures force families to leave pets
'It is painful to watch the faces of these people leaving their pets after having them as part of their families for years.' — Jolene Hofman, Shelter Director
      The home foreclosure crisis has affected The Humane Society of Ventura County shelter in Ojai. Families losing their homes and moving into rental properties must leave their pets behind and are turning to the Humane
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Let us hear your 'tails'
      The Acorn invites you to send your favorite pet story for publication on the Critter Corner page. We love our pets and want to give them the recognition they deserve. Send your pet story to: The Acorn , 30423 Canwood St., Ste. 108, Agoura Hills, CA 91301; e-mail your story to newstip@theacorn.com, or fax us at (818) 706-8942.
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