SOME GOOD READS FOR ANIMAL LOVERS
Need some gift ideas for the pet owner on your list - those souls who labor all year as doggie chef, catnip-ball thrower, poop scooper, tummy scratcher, bed-warmer, athletic director or groomer?
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Lasting bonds formed through ministry
Geri Nixon is enthralled as Ruby, an adorable poodleterrier, cocks her shaggy head and gives one of those aren't-I-cute puppy looks. "Oh, my. I had dogs and cats and miss them terrible," Nixon says, patting the dog's white fur over and over. |
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Path of leash resistance The topic of unleashed dogs brings out ferocious emotions like few other pet issues, as we found out when we asked people to share their experiences. On one side of the debate is the "born free" contingent — those owners who say their dogs deserve a chance to enjoy the great outdoors unfettered. On the other side are people who have been bitten, jumped on, knocked over and even had arms broken in terrifying encounters with dogs that their owners swear are sweet, docile and well-trained. |
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Happy campers take their dogs The picture is completely familiar - except that it's a poodle doing the swimming. And aren't those dachshunds and terriers sitting around the campfire? That's right, it's camp for canines. But not just for pups - for their people, too. |
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| SOME GOOD READS FOR ANIMAL LOVERS
Need some gift ideas for the pet owner on your list - those souls who labor all year as doggie chef, catnip-ball thrower, poop scooper, tummy scratcher, bed-warmer, athletic director or groomer?   Rat lovers hope film will change rodent’s reputation
The kids just saw the animated movie "Ratatouille," about a rat who wants to be a gourmet French chef. Now they’re begging you to buy one of those — eeek! — little beady-eyed, pink-tailed, hairy, scurrying rodents. Before you lecture them on bubonic plague and talk them into getting a poodle instead, consider why a lot of people think rats make great pets.  Few owners carry pet insurance, but more are buying in
NEW YORK - When Merlin was diagnosed last year with a rare form of lymphosarcoma in her lungs, Christine Mazzucca knew the vet bills for her beloved cat would be huge. She was right: The bill topped $6,000, though she was fortunate that nearly half was covered by Merlin’s pet insurance policy.  Pet owners increasingly likely to pick cars with muddy paws in mind
Gone are the days of throwing old Fido into the back of the pickup truck, a bandanna around his neck and miles of unfettered highway travel ahead. He may still travel far, but these days he’s likely to hit the roads with a bit more style and protection.  Do dogs and cats have taste buds?
Do dogs and cats have taste buds that distinguish sweet, salty, sour and bitter like humans? |
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