Animal Person

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

When I agreed to read and review Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson's THE DOG WHO COULDN'T STOP LOVING (Harper 2010), the regal Charles Hobson Booger, III was still with us. He was adopted by the Masson family and was apparently the most loving dog all who met him had ever had the pleasure of being licked by. But let's back up a bit.

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4 The Love Of Animals

SEPTEMBER 19, 2011

You’re planning to take the whole family to Disneyland. Then you hear a bark and realized, who’s taking care of the dogs when you’re away? Disneyland has a Kennel Club where you can board your pet for a day. Dogs, cats, birds (given there is no avian bird flu alert), rabbits and non-venomous reptiles are allowed.

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4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 3, 2010

After more than 2 years working with Baja Dogs, we still hadn’t heard that one. Two days later Chicharito was already a different dog. He’s currently residing with a loving foster family but the good news is he has just been adopted to a family in Canada!! Sadly, that wasn’t the case. ? ?Chicharito

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4 The Love Of Animals

MARCH 23, 2014

And if you’ve got a dog or cat that doesn’t travel well, things can get downright hairy. Local laws may also limit the number of dogs or cats in a single household, so be sure to check such regulations. Designate one family member to be responsible for your pet. Verify that your house or apartment allows pets.

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

And if you’ve got a dog or cat that doesn’t travel well, things can get downright hairy. Local laws may also limit the number of dogs or cats in a single household, so be sure to check such regulations. Designate one family member to be responsible for your pet. Verify that your house or apartment allows pets.

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Pets Litter Medical Kennels 100

4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 26, 2014

Animals in the tri-state area are euthanized daily, rescue groups are unable to save as many lives as they wish, and animals spend years in boarding kennels while awaiting adopters to fall in love with them. If you work full time and already have a dog, you can always request a dog-friendly foster pet who is house-trained.

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4 The Love Of Animals

OCTOBER 12, 2012

The idea of owning a dog is alluring for many of us. That adorable bundle of fur with puppy-dog eyes, and the promise to be your best friend forever, is surely going to tug at anyone’s heartstrings. Owning a dog is a huge commitment, so be sure to ask yourself these questions first: Why do you want a dog?

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4 The Love Of Animals

JULY 3, 2014

While humans are uttering “oohs” and “ahhs,” enjoying the 4th of July fireworks, many terrified dogs are digging under or jumping over fences, breaking tethers or even shattering windows in an attempt to escape from the frightening noises. cats dogs holidays' “Noise phobias in cats tend to be less noticeable,” Dix continued.

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Animal Ethics

NOVEMBER 3, 2008

Many families, especially ones with young children, find that dogs are an asset when they are still playful puppies (capable of keeping the children amused), but become an increasing liability as they grow into middle age, with an adult appetite but sans youthful allure.

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