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On THE DOG WHO COULDN'T STOP LOVING

Animal Person

And I received confirmation of something I've known since 2004, when we adopted retired racing greyhound, Violet Rays: That there's sort of a critical period for dog-behavior acquisition, and if it's missed, the dog isn't likely to mature into the type of loving being whose behavior we've come to associate with "pet" dogs.

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Are you ready to get a dog?

4 The Love Of Animals

That adorable bundle of fur with puppy-dog eyes, and the promise to be your best friend forever, is surely going to tug at anyone’s heartstrings. A dog should be a family decision, with the whole family promising to play their part in the care and love of the family pet. Like any pet, dogs cost money.

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Michael Lockwood on Replaceability

Animal Ethics

Many families, especially ones with young children, find that dogs are an asset when they are still playful puppies (capable of keeping the children amused), but become an increasing liability as they grow into middle age, with an adult appetite but sans youthful allure. Suppose, indeed, that a company grows up, 'Disposapup Ltd.',

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