We are all too familiar with the pain of seeing examples of cruelty to animals, whether it's through the sadness in the eyes of an abandoned dog, the agony and desperation experienced by a downed cow or other farmed animal, or the desperation of an oil-soaked bird. These …
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More than 100 million animals are killed in laboratories across the United States each year—and many of them suffer miserably before they die. This is why it is so important for each of us to take action to bring an end to the misguided practice of subjecting animals to cruel and archaic experiments.
The good …
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According to a one recent study, 60 percent of dog guardians have been distracted by their canine companions while driving, and only 17 percent use some sort of restraint system for their furry friends. Using a travel harness, carrier, or restraint for your companion animal protects you and your dog by minimizing distractions while driving and safeguarding your animal from …
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I am sure that I am not the only one who receives phone calls and mailings from charities requesting donations, and I am sure that I am not alone in feeling uneasy about the economy and the future. While many of us cannot afford to give more right now, we can educate ourselves to give smarter. I have three main …
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A recent article on CNN's website helps explain why many animal advocates—PETA included—support policies requiring in-depth assessment before placing companion animals into new homes: By screening properly, rescue workers and animal shelters can help make sure that animals who have often survived cruelty, neglect, or abandonment will find safe homes in which they will be treated …
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You could have knocked me over with a feather when I got the call from my doctor's office: My blood test showed that I was slightly deficient in vitamin D. How could that be possible? I walk the dog religiously every day at noon for 20 minutes. I spend hours out in the sun gardening on most weekends. …
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Just like humans, dogs love a trip to the park. Time in the dog park is the canine version of happy hour: socializing, flirting, and playtime galore! But like with any other social event, there are unwritten rules. Want to be sure that you and your animal companion are playing the game right? Follow these helpful suggestions for doggie park …
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