4 The Love Of Animals

OCTOBER 22, 2011

As a breed, pit bulls have a bad rap. However, they are more vulnerable to being forced into fighting than other breeds. Michael Vick, whose unearthed gambling operation was found to not only force dogs to fight, but also kill under-performing dogs in twisted ways, is only one story in a mass of untold stories.

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Pit Bulls Pit Bull Rescue Spay Spaying 100

10,000 Birds

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

Nonprofit pet protection groups would manage the program and be responsible for ensuring that cat caretakers take the required steps. … someone who is feeding feral cats would trap them, get them neutered or spayed, and possibly vaccinated against rabies and other diseases, and return them to the outdoors.

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Feral Cats Feral Cats Minneapolis 202

Animal Ethics

AUGUST 6, 2007

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. This crisis calls for mandatory spay and neuter legislation.

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New York Times New York Neutering Ethical Treatment 40