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Worried about my roommates pets

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We have a few pets living with us but I'm concerned about my roommates pets and I'm worried if they're being neglected and mistreated. So one of the roommates cleans the shared cat litter box about once every week or whenever he decides to. She also just enjoys my room more since I have a very large cat tower.

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On Taxes, Veganism and "Pets"

Animal Person

Someone wrote me and, though the person clearly was trolling to insult someone, s/he accused me of not being a vegan because of greyhounds Violet Rays and Charles Hobson Booger, III (no mention of Emily, which made me feel terribly neglectful). Do you agree with that?

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Brooklyn Woman Assaults Two ASPCA Agents

4 The Love Of Animals

Responding to an anonymous tip about a neglected cat, the Humane Law Enforcement agents arrived at Stewart’s residence to find a seven-week-old, one-pound orange tabby with his whiskers cut off and a serious injury to his right front paw. It was determined that Stewart had failed to get medical attention for her cat.

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Smile!

4 The Love Of Animals

A funny, heart-warming video called “ SMILE ,” developed by “I’m Tired of” (ITo), the makers of the popular “I’m Tired of Animal Cruelty” bracelet, which raises money for animal rights and rescue charities, has reached viral levels. The video is a collection of photos of dogs and cats, who appear to be smiling, set to music.”

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On Helping Individuals and Utilitarianism

Animal Person

The average person doesn't fund programs that cost $8,000 per cat. What about the individuals right there in the laboratory? I find that though utilitarians like Peter Singer do have a certain consistency that lulls me into thinking all is well and fair and just, the flip side of that is a startling neglect of the individual.

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Preparing Your Pet for Winter

4 The Love Of Animals

Even if your pet is not outdoors for extended periods of time, it’s very important that you provide your pet with the right shelter. For cats, a bird feeder provides a constant source of entertainment which will keep them busy for many hours each day. DISASTER PREPAREDNESS.

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The plovers of Estero Lagoon, Florida

10,000 Birds

I am often guilty of neglecting “place&# when birding. Wicked, right? Cats Are Still Public Enemy Number One, For Birds The New York Times and Tweety have it absolutely correct. Why is a particular destination better than the next for certain birds? Hat-tip to Stella.

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