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5 Reasons Cats Are Given Up for Adoption — and How to Avoid These Problems
By Dr. Marty Becker, Jun 10, 2013My career as a veterinarian — and really, my entire life — has been all about celebrating what I call “The Bond,” that amazing connection we have with our pets. But even as… Full Article ›
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Celebrate Adopt a Shelter Cat Month With These Fantastic Feline Finds
By Jennifer DiSanto, Jun 11, 2013When you bring home a new cat, there are some basic necessities you're going to need. Food and water dishes? Check. Collar? Check. Cat carrier? Check. But in honor of Adopt a Shelter Cat… Full Article ›
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Adopt a Pet for Free During Maddie's Pet Adoption Days
By Dr. Marty Becker, May 30, 2013What would you do if someone gave you a new car, the one you'd always wanted, the one that was perfect for your family? Would you treat it like trash because, after all, it was… Full Article ›
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Why This Vet Thinks FIV-Positive Cats Make Great Adoptees
By Dr. Patty Khuly, May 28, 2013In the past two years, I’ve taken on two foster cats. Each lived with me for a time. Both were healthy. Yet neither was considered adoptable by most cat lovers’ standards. Not after… Full Article ›
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Why Won't My Dog Look Me in the Eye?
By Mikkel Becker, May 31, 2013Q. My rescue dog is uncomfortable with eye contact. Why does eye contact make her act so skittish? How can I teach her that eye contact is an OK thing? In many human cultures, eye contact is… Full Article ›
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Are Dog Rescue Groups Too Picky?
By Crystal Miller-Spiegel, Apr 1, 2013When I was a senior in college in Central Pennsylvania, I adopted my dog, Simmons, the Greatest Dog Ever, at the local animal shelter for $20, with no obligation to neuter him and no… Full Article ›
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How to Teach Your New Pet His Name
Apr 2, 2013
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Shelter Pet Myths Debunked
By Petside.com, Mar 28, 2013Thinking about growing your family with a new dog or puppy? A shelter animal might be the perfect choice! Caitlin Lewis from the Humane Society of Greater Dayton demystifies the process of… Full Article ›
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Amazing Animal Facts: Gregarious Guinea Pigs
By Samantha Bartram, Mar 15, 2013The guinea pig is no ordinary pocket pet. Able to talk and dance their way into your heart in a single bound, these rascally rodents are overlooked at great cost to your household cuteness… Full Article ›
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Do You Know Your Puppy Bowl Players?
By Kristen Seymour, Feb 2, 2013Puppy Bowl IX is on the horizon, and we know you're just as excited as we are to see the playful pooches romp around the puppy-sized playing field, not to mention the all-kitten halftime and,… Full Article ›
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Six Points to Ponder When Looking for Love Online — Human or Animal
By Dr. Patty Khuly, Feb 14, 2013At the risk of recruiting your ridicule, I’ll confess: I met my boyfriend of the past six months through one of those semi-odious online dating sites. But in my defense, how else would a… Full Article ›
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How Old Is Too Old to Adopt a Pet?
By Dr. Marty Becker , Dec 26, 2012Q. How old do you think someone should be before they’re not allowed to adopt? My mom is 78 and active, but I do wonder if she is making a good decision taking in a new cat after hers died. I… Full Article ›