Have they fixed said cables?

if They REALLY want to stop you and look for copyrighted materiel, at least here with Cox (ISP in the West-US) they can only do it if you install their internet suite.  so 1) why would you do that (and to all my fellow americans… stop pushing yes for the damn toolbars.)  2) encrypt your connection. 3)  if you get a note from your ISP check your system and see if you accidentally hit yes to some toolbar/gadget/handy internet device/evil system slowing toolbar/suite

Just a thought

Here is a link for toxic plants for dog's and cats

http://www.aspca.org/toxicplants

This way all of our children can be safe!