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Sentient Beings: New Zealand Enacts Bill Recognizing Animal Intelligence

Nov 30, 2015 10:47AM

A pioneering law formally recognizes that animals can feel pain and stress and so bans the use of animals for cosmetics testing.

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Eat, Bark and Be Merry: Healthy Holiday Treats for Our Pets

Nov 30, 2015 10:47AM ● By Sandra Murphy

Sure, it’s tempting to slip food scraps to our pets from our groaning holiday tables, but it’s much healthier to cook them up special treats.

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Animal Friends Soothe Autistic Children: Relief for Stressful Social Situations

Oct 30, 2015 10:59AM

If they play with a guinea pig before reading in front of other children, autistic children suffer significantly less social anxiety, Purdue University researchers have found.

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Choosing the Perfect Pet: Not Just Any Dog or Cat Will Do

Oct 30, 2015 10:58AM ● By Sandra Murphy

Will it be a mischievous shelter puppy or adult feline? When picking a pet to share our love with, it’s wise to consider its size, temperament, needs and costs.

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Animal Chiropractic: The Benefits of a Well-Adjusted Pet

Sep 30, 2015 11:18AM ● By Linda Sechrist

Horses, dogs, cats, pigs and even elephants and birds have been permanently helped by spinal adjustments performed by animal chiropractors.

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Eye Health for Dogs: 10 Foods to Keep Canine Vision Sharp

Aug 31, 2015 12:57PM ● By Audi Donamor

Blueberries, eggs and garlic may not be high on a dog’s food list, but they go far to protect a canine from serious eye disease.

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Animal Talk: They Have Lots to Say If We’d Only Listen

Jul 31, 2015 11:49AM ● By Sandra Murphy

Animals continually communicate, and by quieting our minds, we can tune into what they’re saying.

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Purr-fect Pet Sitters: Make Sure Your Pet Enjoys Your Vacation, Too

Jul 10, 2015 02:53PM ● By Sandra Murphy

When you’re away from home, a professionally-trained pet sitter that knows your pet’s breed and habits may be an all-around happier choice of care.

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No Worries: Cats Naturally Eat Less in Summer: Take Appetite Swings in Stride

Jun 30, 2015 11:14AM

British veterinarians found that cats do indeed pick at their food in hot weather—eating 15 percent less—and logically eat more in winter.

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Walking The Cat: Harness a Curious Cat for a Lively Stroll

Jun 01, 2015 06:43PM ● By Sandra Murphy

Given a gentle introduction, a cat can learn to love a leash and relish daily walks around the neighborhood.

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