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The Water Bowl: Florida Dog Eats $1,000 in Cash

11/11/2011 at 12:00 PM EST

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Tuity, a Labrador retriever, ate her Florida owner's car payment two weeks ago. Christy Lawrenson and her husband left an envelope of cash on their kitchen counter and their pooch swallowed every last bit of it. They were able to retrieve $900 after Tuity threw up.–ClickOrlando.com

A British man who was caught on video cruelly swinging a neighborhood cat around by its tail has turned himself into police. "He's not physically injured but his is mentally," says the cat's owner. "When he eventually came home, he's never gone back outside."–The Telegraph

Tough-talking truck drivers like Sean Kiel are helping shelter animals reach forever homes by driving them to different cities across the country for the organization Operation Roger.–Today.com

According to a new poll, pet owners will spend about $46 this holiday season on gifts for their furry friends. Topping the wish list are treats and toys.–Associated Press

A dog adopted from a pound just hours before an attempted burglary is being hailed a hero for stopping the heist. The 135-lb. Saint Bernard named Hercules chased down a thief who was allegedly trying to enter the basement of his new owner's Hillsboro, Ohio, home.–TimesGazette.com

Ever wondered what it would be like to live with 14 skunks?–Daily Mail