Hot Off the Presses: This Week's ASPCA News Alert

THE ASPCA GUIDE TO A PET-FRIENDLY VALENTINE’S DAY
As February 14 approaches, you may be dreaming about giving—or getting—the perfect gift. But did you know that traditional tokens of affection—roses, chocolate and other candies—can be harmful for the four-legged loves of your life? ASPCA experts offer some tips to ensure a loving and safe day for all species this Valentine’s Day.

ASPCA SUCCESS STORY OF THE WEEK: ROCKET SCIENCE
Meet a loveable shepherd mix with one strange talent.

ATTENTION, SHOPPERS! LOVE GROWS AT THE ASPCA, 24/7
Valentine’s Day gift ideas—from wine and tees to books, jewelry and blooms—that’ll make your sweetie swoon.

DO YOU WANT TO REDUCE YOUR INCOME TAXES FOR 2007?
We’d like to remind you about the Pension Protection Act of 2006.

VICTORY FOR PETS—AND THEIR PEOPLE—IN ILLINOIS!
Congrats to Illinois, which recently passed legislation that will help pets and their people stay safe and together during emergencies.

WHAT’S GOING ON?
Check our calendar for a list of animal-related events scheduled to take place this month.

Thanks to everyone who made a Squidoo Lens about their pets last week! There's still time to enter the ASPCA Squidoo Lens Contest—just create your lens about your pet by the end of today, February 2. Visit Squidoo to get started now!