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Teaching Kids Animal Compassion

4 The Love Of Animals

By Dr. Tim Hunt, DVM. But even parents who aren’t crazy about pets or did not own them as kids can help change this trend. I strongly encourage people to adopt pound and shelter animals. About Dr. Tim: Dr. Tim Hunt is a licensed veterinarian in both Michigan and Alaska. Choosing the right pet for your child is key.

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The Domestic Turkey and the First Thanksgiving

10,000 Birds

Long before that time Mexican domesticated Turkeys had been adopted by Native Americans in the American Southwest as well. The believability of this is underscored by the fact that the Pilgrims and their guides listed among their possession numerous “fowling pieces” … for hunting wild birds.

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Endemic Birds of Cuba: A Book Review

10,000 Birds

Each account gives population estimate, population trend, estimated area, endemism level, reasons why the species is threatened, and conservation measures adopted and proposed. In addition to habitat loss, extreme weather, invasive species, hunting, and the illegal capture of birds for pet markets are major contributing factors.

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