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Why Becoming a Foster Pet Parent is Good for…

Have you ever thought about becoming a foster pet parent? Foster pet parents play an important role helping a shelter’s most vulnerable animals, yet most people know little about the positive impact foster pet parents make. Like their “human” counterparts, …

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Featured Pet- Odie the Pug

This month’s Pet of the Month is Odie from Pug Nation LA. Odie is a very special 1 year old male neutered pug. Although every dog is a gem, Odie shines with a rare light that separates him from the …

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Protecting Your Pets from Ticks

As the weather around the country gets warmer, our pets spend more and more time outside. Unfortunately, being outdoors can expose our pets to ticks and tick-borne illnesses. Before you head-out to the great outdoors, make sure you know how …

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How the rabbit became the symbol of Easter

 Have you ever wondered how a rabbit became the symbol of Easter? If soyou are not alone. So how did the Easter bunny get its job delivering colorful Easter eggs? After all rabbits are mammals and don’t
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The top 5 reasons to adopt from a shelter

Are you thinking about adding a new pet to your household? Be sure to check out your local animal shelters and rescue groups. Unfortunately, many people go to pet stores or breeders and overlook shelters and rescue groups. Not everyone …

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Common Eye Problems in Pets

January is the perfect time to talk about eyes because it’s National Eye Care Month! Dogs and cats, like their human companions, can develop a variety of eye problems. Since pets can’t tell us if their vision is blurry or …

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Featured Pet-Dinah (The TV Star)

You may recognize this week’s Pet of the Month.  Dinah, from Best Friends Rescue in Atlanta,  joined me last Friday on The Weather Channel to talk about Winter Pet Safety Tips. Dinah was the perfect TV dog! She didn’t …

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Featured Pet-Adoption Update!

REMEMBER BEAR from Aussie Rescue of Southern California…

Bear is an 8 year old neutered male mini red tri Australian Shepherd. Sadly, some months ago, Bear’s beloved owner passed away. Bear was her constant companion and never left her side. Because …