Pets Dog Beaches

This Sunday May 27, 2012 photo shows dogs and their owners playing in the surf at the Huntington Dog Beach in Huntington Beach, Calif. Huntington, also known as Surf City USA, is one of the best known dog surfing beaches in the world. There are about 95,000 miles of shoreline around the United States and among the most treasured by dog lovers are those where you can unleash the beast. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel)

Pets Dog Beach Wear

This image provided by PetSmart shows a dog in Tommy Bahama beach wear. Tommy Bahama Pets will be in PetSmart Inc. stores through August. There's a designer shirt and a dress with a ruffled skirt made with Bahama's traditional hibiscus fabric. There are other shirts with palm trees and fish and chips, an Aloha Tee, hats and toys in the shape of thongs. (AP Photo/PetsMart)

Pets Dog Beaches

This Sunday May 27,2012 photo shows dogs and their owners playing in the surf at the Huntington Dog Beach in Huntington Beach, Calif. Huntington, also known as Surf City USA, is one of the best known dog surfing beaches in the world. There are about 95,000 miles of shoreline around the United States and among the most treasured by dog lovers are those where you can unleash the beast. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel)

Pets Dog Beaches

This Sunday May 27, 2012 photo shows dogs and their owners enjoying a sunny afternoon at the Huntington Dog Beach in Huntington Beach, Calif. Huntington, also known as Surf City USA, is one of the best known dog surfing beaches in the world. There are about 95,000 miles of shoreline around the United States and among the most treasured by dog lovers are those where you can unleash the beast. (AP Photo/Richard Vogel)

Pets Dog Beaches

FILE - This June 8, 2012 file photo shows King, a nine-year-old golden retriever rides a wave while surfing in the Incredible Dog Challenge dog surfing competition in San Diego. There are about 95,000 miles of shoreline around the United States and among the most treasured by dog lovers are those where you can unleash the beast. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull, file)

Pets Dog Beaches

This March 23, 2013 photo provided by Caroline Fenton Photography shows environmental specialist Craig Haverstick getting a kiss from his dog Stanley a 9-year-old Chesapeake Bay retriever in Del Mar, Calif. during the DockDogs event. Haverstick has has been taking Stanley to the beaches around San Diego at least once a week since he adopted him eight years ago. There are about 95,000 miles of shoreline around the United States and among the most treasured by dog lovers are those where you can unleash the beast. (AP Photo/Caroline Fenton Photography)

Take me home: Pippa

Saturday, May 18, 2013 11:14 am

Pippa is a sweet, 4-year-old, border terrier. She may be a bit shy when she meets new people, but with a little time, she opens up and shows her peppy, cuddly personality.

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Valley dog saved by military medicine

A Valley man's beloved pet was saved with the same "medical finesse" you'd see on a battlefield.

UN says: why not eat more insects?

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 10:00 pm

ROME — The U.N. has new weapons to fight hunger, boost nutrition and reduce pollution, and they might be crawling or flying near you right now: edible insects.

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Arizona GOP lawmakers make budget proposal

Wednesday, May 15, 2013 11:55 am

Senate Republicans are proposing a nearly $8.8 billion spending plan for the coming year, a tiny -- 1.6 percent -- hike over current levels.

Italy UN Insects For Food

This undated photo provided by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) shows a packaging containing locusts for sale in the Netherlands. The U.N. has new weapons to fight hunger, boost nutrition and reduce pollution, and they might be crawling or flying near you right now: edible insects. The Food and Agriculture Organization on Monday, May 13, 2013, hailed the likes of grasshoppers, ants and other members of the insect world as an underutilized food for people, livestock and pets. A 200-page report, released at a news conference at the U.N. agency's Rome headquarters, says 2 billion people worldwide already supplement their diets with insects, which are high in protein and minerals, and have environmental benefits. (AP Photo/Paul Vantomme, FAO, ho)

Italy UN Insects For Food

This undated photo provided by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) shows a woman holding a plate with insects during an insect cuisine competition at an unknown location in Laos. The U.N. has new weapons to fight hunger, boost nutrition and reduce pollution, and they might be crawling or flying near you right now: edible insects. The Food and Agriculture Organization on Monday, May 13, 2013, hailed the likes of grasshoppers, ants and other members of the insect world as an underutilized food for people, livestock and pets. A 200-page report, released at a news conference at the U.N. agency's Rome headquarters, says 2 billion people worldwide already supplement their diets with insects, which are high in protein and minerals, and have environmental benefits. (AP Photo/Thomas Calame, FAO, ho)

Italy UN Insects For Food

This Feb. 20, 2008 photo provided by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) shows insects for sale at a market in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The U.N. has new weapons to fight hunger, boost nutrition and reduce pollution, and they might be crawling or flying near you right now: edible insects. The Food and Agriculture Organization on Monday, May 13, 2013, hailed the likes of grasshoppers, ants and other members of the insect world as an underutilized food for people, livestock and pets. A 200-page report, released at a news conference at the U.N. agency's Rome headquarters, says 2 billion people worldwide already supplement their diets with insects, which are high in protein and minerals, and have environmental benefits. (AP Photo/Arnold Van Huis, FAO, ho)

Italy UN Insects For Food

This undated photo provided by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) shows a plate with insects during an insect cuisine competition at an unknown location in Laos. The U.N. has new weapons to fight hunger, boost nutrition and reduce pollution, and they might be crawling or flying near you right now: edible insects. The Food and Agriculture Organization on Monday, May 13, 2013, hailed the likes of grasshoppers, ants and other members of the insect world as an underutilized food for people, livestock and pets. A 200-page report, released at a news conference at the U.N. agency's Rome headquarters, says 2 billion people worldwide already supplement their diets with insects, which are high in protein and minerals, and have environmental benefits. (AP Photo/Thomas Calame, FAO, ho)

Gov. Brewer vows to veto all bills until state budget and Medicaid progress

Friday, May 10, 2013 5:39 pm

Saying she's run out of patience, Gov. Jan Brewer will veto any bills sent to her until she sees movement on a new state budget and her pet Medicaid expansion project.

Animal rescue takes over former pet store location at Superstition Springs Center

Thursday, May 9, 2013 8:03 am

Kismet and Karma chase each other back and forth in their “penthouse.” The kitten and puppy stop to play with a two-legged visitor, then their game begins anew.

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Animal rescue takes over former pet store location at Superstition Springs Center

Kismet and Karma chase each other back and forth in their “penthouse.” The kitten and puppy stop to play with a two-legged visitor, then their game begins anew.

Rescue Pawtique

Rescue Pawtique at Superstition Springs Mall Grand Opening Saturday, May 4, 2013 in Mesa. Panacea Animal Wellness Sanctuary, an East Valley animal rescue, adds opportunities to adopt pets with a new location previously occupied by a pet store at a Westcor mall. [Photos courtesy of Bev Gentry]