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Done with Dog Daddy

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Dog trainers that use aversive training methods, including Augusto DeOliveira, also known as "The Dog Daddy," have caught the attention of concerned animal welfare groups, trainers, veterinary behaviorists, and pet owners.

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Mean Lady Hates Pet Bereavement Groups

Critter News

Apparently there was an announcement at the desk for a pet bereavement group. A pet bereavement group. I think pet bereavement groups are really important and I think that's a horrible thing to say. She seemed to have an issue with animals. What a waste. Now I've seen everything." Nasty woman.

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Another Fake Animal Welfare Group

Critter News

I was browsing for some quotes when I came across this group - The National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA). They had a page with quotes from animal rights activists, but as I was reading, I noticed that they were very unfavorable quotes from such activists as Wayne Pacelle and Ingrid Newkirk. And here's the answer.

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Pet Supplies Plus Hosts National Adopt-a-Pet Weekend

4 The Love Of Animals

Pet Supplies Plus is teaming up with local animal shelters to host a monumental Adopt-a-Pet Weekend on October 19-20. Coinciding with National Pet Adoption Month and its annual October Donation Drive, the goal of Adopt-a-Pet Weekend is to place countless deserving pets with forever homes.

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San Francisco Considers Banning Pet Sales

Critter News

Pet sales would be banned altogether, except for the sale of pet fish. All companion animals including dogs, cats, hamsters, mice, rats, chinchillas, guinea pigs, birds, snakes, and lizards would be considered as pets. If it passes, San Francisco residents would have to go to a shelter or rescue group to adopt an animal.

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Bring Pets Home

4 The Love Of Animals

Shop ‘til you drop in support of animal shelters, then get together with friends to share stories, advice and even pictures – all online. The fund raising Web site also offers exclusive content for cat and dog owners which includes information on pet care and safety, information on animal shelters, as well blogs, groups and open forums.

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Pets and Fireworks

Critter News

Your July 4th obligatory pets and fireworks story. In fact, their site is always worth checking out as they are one of the coolest animal groups out there. This is from Best Friends though, so it's worth checking out.

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