4 The Love Of Animals

JANUARY 24, 2012

Having a pet is a wonderful and rewarding experience. There’s a reason so many of us call our dogs our best friends. However, all too often, dog lovers choose a dog breed that they want without first considering how well that breed will fit in with their lifestyle. Living Space.

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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

JUNE 12, 2012

Rock & Rawhide , a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that aims to increase adoptions for dogs and cats in shelters by providing toys and other items that serve as a form of distraction therapy, reducing the stress and noise levels. Research has shown that if noise and stress are reduced, adoptions go up!

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4 The Love Of Animals

JANUARY 25, 2012

Having grown up with dogs, my natural affinity for man’s best friend has always felt a part of my life as long as I can remember. We were the type of family that bought the best dog food, dog insurance , BPA free chew toys, etc. I was in heaven; a room of people all in love with dogs as much as me. I was heartbroken.

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Critter News

JULY 5, 2010

a site for dog lovers. One hundred and twenty beagles who faced lifetimes being used in medical research experiments have been freed — just in time for the Fourth of July weekend. Tags: animal research dogs Best Friends animal laboratories. From ohmidog! and Elmsford, N.Y.,

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4 The Love Of Animals

OCTOBER 26, 2011

His large pouty eyes, silky fur-coat, and silly little paws on which he fumbled all over the hay-covered kennel, lured me in like a dog to a bone. After talking to the owner of the shelter however, I learned there was more to adopting little Chester, or any pet for that matter, than my love at first bark. Protect your pooch.

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4 The Love Of Animals

MARCH 29, 2012

The book, Animal Shelter Portraits , captures just a small glimpse of what our furry friends experience in shelter situations. From dogs to cats, kittens, and even birds and rabbits, there are all kinds of animals to be found at shelters. The photos in the book made me want to reach out and save each one of them.

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4 The Love Of Animals

JULY 2, 2012

Pets can be a bigger commitment than many people expect, between adoption, health care, training, and environment, there are a lot of variables to consider. Fido Pet Adoptions (iOS, Android). If you experience bugs, there are several similar apps for Android and iPhone, and most have access to the same database. Cost: free).

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Critter News

NOVEMBER 29, 2009

Scores of abandoned dogs, cats and livestock from Utah animal shelters become subjects of laboratory research at the University of Utah each year. University officials say they only collect animals from shelters willing to participate and pound animals are steered toward nonlethal experiments. From the AP.

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4 The Love Of Animals

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Pet Care, spotlights many of the well-proven therapeutic and health benefits of pets, as reported on www.HelpGuide.org : The average domestic pet, such as a dog, cat—even a goldfish—can provide many therapeutic and health benefits. Dogs especially are a great way for seniors to spark up conversations and meet new people.

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Do you have an older cat or dog sharing your home? And who can resist the precious gray muzzle of an older dog? When I look into the eyes of a senior dog, I see a world of experience and wisdom. If you have a senior dog, you might find that he’s just like you! November is Senior Pet Month. Distinguished look.

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Critter News

NOVEMBER 5, 2009

They did not experiment on primates (I asked!), but did experiment on mice and guinea pigs. Interesting that many of the grants this place gets specifically say they can't experiment on any domesticated animals (cats and dogs I guess.). It reminded me of an adoption poster at the animal shelter.

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4 The Love Of Animals

JANUARY 8, 2010

Who doesn’t count their dog as their Valentine? Dedicated to the Newest Valentines: The Dogs! 6, 2010—Do you hold a special place in your heart for your dog? Is your dog more like a best friend or a true partner than your pet? Is your dog more like a best friend or a true partner than your pet? LOUIS—Jan.

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4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 30, 2011

On the other hand, kids that don’t get the experience of having a pet early may become afraid of animals, especially if their parents don’t particularly care for animals. I didn’t get my first dog until I was 20, but since then I have been making up for lost time. A particularly excitable dog is not necessary.

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 4, 2009

Pet lovers will be seeing stars November 5 – 15 at the Celebrity Experience and Entertainment Memorabilia Auction , launched online to support Precious Paws , a non-profit animal rescue organization based in Encino, Calif. I care for many of the baby animals that come into our fold while we help them find good people to adopt.”.

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4 The Love Of Animals

APRIL 24, 2009

Following is a telepathic conversation I experienced while transporting dogs to a rescue. One day about 10 years ago, I was in the process of transporting quite a few dogs to a rescue from a high kill shelter. They will have the opportunity find a forever home, experience unconditional love or transition to the Other Side.

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Animal Ethics

JUNE 17, 2007

To the Editor: “ My Dog Days ,” by Arthur Phillips (Op-Ed, June 10), gave me those warm, fuzzy feelings and made my eyes tear. There are puppies with puppy breath and slobbery kisses; young dogs with enthusiasm, devotion and intelligence; older dogs with patience, loyalty and wisdom. Karen Benzel Carmel-by-the-Sea, Calif.,

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10,000 Birds

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

The domestic dog was once and still often is Canis familiaris as opposed to the wolf, Canis lupus , but the former which is really a subspecies of the latter is now Canis lupus familiaris. Long before that time Mexican domesticated Turkeys had been adopted by Native Americans in the American Southwest as well. Kiva 78(1):37–60.

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10,000 Birds

AUGUST 10, 2018

While some people never overcome this vestigial aversion to sour and bitter sensations, this innate prejudice can be overturned with experience, becoming acquired tastes we learn to enjoy just as much as the more dependable, uncomplicated pleasures of sweetness, salt, and fat.

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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. Fostering is a wonderful experience. For an adopter, it makes the process a little easier. And the latter is selfish.

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4 The Love Of Animals

OCTOBER 9, 2012

Testicular, uterine and ovarian cancer pose serious health risks to dogs, and are difficult to treat. Even when your veterinarian is able to successfully treat the condition, your dog will likely undergo months of uncomfortable treatment and you will spend thousands of dollars. Many dog owners struggle with dogs who escape and wander.

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10,000 Birds

JULY 22, 2014

I new him because we enlisted his Dryfus Lion and one of his tigers to carry out experiments with bones (this is something archaeologists do). Dogs are similarly dispersed across size ranges, with Foxes, Coyotes, and Wolves taking prey across different parts of the size range. That was one of his cats.

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