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Pet Vaccine Alternatives: Natural Steps to Nurture Immunity

Apr 29, 2015 11:34AM ● By Shawn Messonnier

Judicious and timely use of vaccines using holistic principles can protect a pet from disease without harming its natural immune system.

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Dogs with Library Cards: Kids Love Reading to Animals

Mar 31, 2015 11:22AM ● By Sandra Murphy

By reading out loud to dogs and cats, even hard-to-reach children rapidly gain reading skills.

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Lifesaving Acts: Protecting Animals at Home and Abroad

Feb 27, 2015 12:21PM ● By Sandra Murphy

Practical approaches can help out injured and neglected animals in our community and save overhunted and endangered animals around the world.

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When Your Pet Passes: A Guide to Mourning, Remembering and Healing

Jan 30, 2015 11:43AM ● By Julianne Hale

Pets give us unstinting love, but their short life spans means they usually die ahead of us -- and then the grieving can be as deep as with a human.

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Pet Anesthesia: How to Make it Safe and Easier on Everyone

Dec 30, 2014 01:11PM

By understanding how anesthesia techniques have advanced, we can ask better questions of vets and make better choices for our pets.

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Pet Bed-Buddies: Is Sleeping Together Healthy?

Nov 26, 2014 10:49AM ● By Erik J. Martin

Having Fido or Kitty in our bed comforts many of us, but can sometimes cost a good night’s rest.

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Playful Pet Gifts: Animals Love Interactive Toys and Games

Nov 07, 2014 10:01PM ● By Sandra Murphy

Simple, inexpensive holiday gifts can easily delight a pet—especially if they mean spending more time with us.

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New Cancer Test for Dogs: Detects Illness in Time for Effective Treatment

Sep 30, 2014 02:10PM ● By Shawn Messonnier

A simple new blood test allows cancer to be detected four to six months before a dog develops outward symptoms.

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The Great Classroom Pet Debate: Kids Like Classroom Pets, Animal Lovers Raise Doubts

Aug 29, 2014 12:09PM ● By Sandra Murphy

What are the best ways for students to learn about caring for other species?

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Water Doggies: Given a Pool or Lake, Canines Dive Into Action

Jul 31, 2014 11:35AM ● By Sandra Murphy

Beginners require a life jacket at first, but many dogs soon love to lunge into the water for balls, stand on paddleboards and even synchronize swim with their person.

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