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Breast Cancer in Pets

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In fact, I experienced it first hand when my pet rat developed breast cancer late in her life. BREAST CANCER IN PETS FACT SHEET. Many people don’t realize that pets can also suffer from breast cancer. Mammary gland tumors are common in dogs and cats, especially those that aren’t spayed or were spayed late in age.

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1st Annual Washington DC Week for the Animals

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The week will bring underscore community spirit as people come together on behalf of the animals across the entire region of our nation’s capital. Myers military and so much more! These events will shine the spotlight on the amazing animals and compassionate people across the DC region who love them and work tirelessly on their behalf.

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Feral Cats in American Cities

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Nonprofit pet protection groups would manage the program and be responsible for ensuring that cat caretakers take the required steps. The ordinance requires caretakers to “educate” people in their neighborhoods. Health Director Daniel B. Bresnahan said trapping cats is difficult enough.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

Lawmakers, animal control officers and animal welfare organizations need to work together and delve into the origins of shelter subgroups—such as stray, feral or surrendered pets—to address the issues that bring them to the shelter. Lisa Peterson Director of Club Communications, American Kennel Club New York, July 31, 2007

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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. This crisis calls for mandatory spay and neuter legislation.