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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

To the Editor: “ Should Most Pet Owners Be Required to Neuter Their Animals? ,” by Verlyn Klinkenborg (Editorial Observer, July 30), is right: “The rate at which dogs are purchased and euthanized in this country is not a sign of our affection for them. Breeders kill shelter animals’ chances to find good homes.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

As an organization comprising dog trainers, behaviorists and other animal professionals, the Association of Pet Dog Trainers is aware that any dog can bite, any dog can maim and any dog can kill. Richard Spencer Executive Director, Association of Pet Dog Trainers Greenville, S.C., The best predictor of future behavior is past behavior.

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Book: Shift Your Habit

4 The Love Of Animals

The author, Elizabeth Rogers, is also the co-author of the New York Times bestseller The Green Book. Here are a few great tips for future and current pet owners. The Shift: Instead of buying your new friend from a pet store or breeder, adopt one from a shelter. Pets are the same way.