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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

To the Editor: As Mark Bittman rightly notes, California’s new farm animal welfare law presages what is coming for all farm animal industries nationally (“ Hens, Unbound ,” column, Jan. Physically, the muscles and the bones of the animals atrophy from lack of use. FRIEDRICH Washington, Jan.

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Taking Care of your Furry Friends While You’re Away

4 The Love Of Animals

There’s just one thing: where to leave your cat(s) and dog(s)? For cats, there needs to be a space separate from the dogs that provides ample room for them to move around. Choose an option that feels right for your entire family, and you’ll have a much more relaxed vacation. Hire a Professional Sitter. Enjoy your trip!

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

In fact, a whole lot of semi-vegans can do much more for animals than the tiny number of people who are willing to give up all animal products and scrupulously read labels. Farm animals also benefit from the humane farming movement, even if the animal welfare changes it effects are not all that we should hope and work for.