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Teaching Kids Animal Compassion

4 The Love Of Animals

I didn’t get my first dog until I was 20, but since then I have been making up for lost time. Today I own 40 outdoor dogs and two more who live indoors! Start with easier pets – Many people don’t want to start with the responsibility of a dog or cat. A particularly excitable dog is not necessary.

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Getting a Kitten from Kansas

Critter News

I think there are many disreputable breeders, I think they are increasing a bloated supply of pets, and I think there are many purebreds already available from shelters. But I can't help wishing she'd go to a shelter and save a cat that needs a family and a home. I am no fan of breeders, I'll admit it.

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Pet Adoption Tips from Adopt-A-Pet.com

4 The Love Of Animals

Some people are seeking purebred animals or puppies and think these are not available in shelters. In fact, nearly a quarter of all animals in shelters are purebred. Often someone buys an expensive purebred animal and then attempts to breed that animal to recoup their money. These animals are healthy and very eager to please.

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Deconstructing Slate's "Pepper" Series

Animal Person

For those who didn't read the five-part Slate series " Pepper, the stolen dog who changed American science " by Daniel Engber , I recommend it for the history, but also for the misconceptions and assumptions that you might want to discuss on the Facebook discussion about the series. Part II: Man Cuts Dog. Maybe on paper.

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Hilary Swank joins Home 4 The Holidays

4 The Love Of Animals

An animal lover herself, she adopted her dog Rumi! 1, has helped more than 713,828 cats, dogs and other animals find homes. If you are considering adding a pet to your family as a gift, PLEASE consider adoption from shelters and rescue first. More than 25 percent of all dogs in shelters are purebreds.