4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 10, 2009

Often someone buys an expensive purebred animal and then attempts to breed that animal to recoup their money. Often these puppies or kittens are not placed in homes, and end up in the shelter. In fact, nearly a quarter of all animals in shelters are purebred.

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4 The Love Of Animals

MAY 8, 2011

Half a decade ago, in a little mountain town about 60 miles northeast of San Diego, a feral kitten dragged his front left leg uselessly. Cathy and Donna, the staunchly dog-only people, decided to bring the kitten home with them to help him heal after the successful amputation of his leg. Would they help?

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Animal Person

SEPTEMBER 16, 2009

I then promptly completely caved in and bought Wellness ' new large breed, definitely nonvegan dry food (and I always soak kibble) that has 25% protein (Natural Balance Vegetarian has 18%, and all from non-animal sources) and I've started cutting some in just in case (I'll stop at 50%). My poor boy. Wish him luck!

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 2, 2010

Most “at-risk” breeds: poodle, Brittany spaniel, English setter, pointer, fox terrier, cocker spaniel, Boston terrier. Early spaying is the best prevention and also if a cat has had kittens they’re less likely to get it. . • Less than 50 percent of canine mammary tumors are malignant.

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Pets Spay Spaying District of Columbia 100

4 The Love Of Animals

MARCH 1, 2010

Save $$: Up to $500 or more depending on animal and breed. If you’re not willing to go through the trials of house-training a young puppy or kitten, opting for an older shelter animal is an easy option. Here are a few great tips for future and current pet owners. Early Adopter.

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

And while you’re bundled up in your warm jacket and roasting next to a fire, it’s important that your pets are just as protected from the cold as you are—especially smaller pets, old/sickly pets, and new puppies/kittens (they are exceptionally vulnerable to cold). Feed Your Pet More.

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4 The Love Of Animals

MARCH 3, 2010

A feral kitten captured and neutered by a small non-profit, somewhat militant organization, was on display at our local Massachusetts Society Prevention of Cruelty Association branch, which often took these feral cats in the hope of finding homes for them. The work of shelters and breed rescue organizations is vital.

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Pit Bulls Feral Cats Massachusetts Rescue 100

Animal Ethics

AUGUST 6, 2007

Given the current dire shortage of homes, no breeding is responsible. Every time someone buys a puppy or kitten from a breeder, a shelter animal loses its chance at a home and pays with its life. This crisis calls for mandatory spay and neuter legislation. Breeders kill shelter animals’ chances to find good homes.

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New York Times New York Neutering Ethical Treatment 40

10,000 Birds

MAY 28, 2012

They are fiercely territorial on breeding territory, but in migration they often gather in rather large numbers. Eastern Kingbirds breed across the eastern United States and much of southern Canada. Eastern Kingbirds can pull off amazing aerial maneuvers but can also look very inefficient in flight.

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