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Pit bulls pose quandary as they swamp Sacramento shelters

By Cynthia Hubert - Published: 12:00 am

As a former narcotics cop and Sacramento's chief animal control officer, Daniel Torres has seen the ugly side of pit bull terriers. He has fought past them to enter the homes of drug dealers, documented their vicious attacks on other animals and witnessed the human carnage they can inflict.

Sacramento Neighborhood Pit Bull Days

Man who ran over cattle dog given more jail time

By Bill Lindelof - Updated: 10:04 am

The man who ran over Maggie the cattle dog has been given more jail time.

Pet Q&A: Take it slow and easy with new cat in home

Published: Tuesday, February 21 2012 - 12:00 am

What's the best way to introduce a new cat to my current cat?

Pet Q&A: Train dog to 'leave it' or it'll soon be gone

By Gina Spadafori and Dr. Marty Becker - Published: Tuesday, February 14 2012 - 12:00 am

Can you recommend a good, safe toy for our golden retriever? Sammy will pick up anything. I thought if I could find something safe for him to carry around, it would save my glasses, lighter, scarves and dishcloths from being stolen.