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Dogs Hit the Waves in Canine Surf Competition

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 13:45:32 +0000

Over the weekend 50 dogs took part in the seventh annual Loews’ Surf Dog competition. We’ve known dogs love to surf ever since the days of Spuds Mackenzie, but to see that many canines getting together to “hang ten” was quite a sight.

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In What Cities Do People Spend the Most on Their Pets?

Mike Adams — Thu, 24 May 2012 19:42:33 +0000

Sometimes we do not treat our pets as well as we should. Pet owners all across the world have been guilty at one point or another for cutting corners on pet food and other supplies as a means to making pet ownership a little more cost friendly.

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Do Pet Owners' Have Healthier Hearts?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 14:15:15 +0000

Having a pet has been found to lower stress levels. Now, a new study finds for those living with chronic disease having a furry friend improves heart health.

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Guess What More Scammers Are Targeting Next? Yup, Your Lost Pets

Vetstreet Editors — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:53:16 +0000

Imagine you’ve lost your dog or cat. Those who’ve been through this heartbreaking experience know you’d do almost anything to get your pet back. And that desire is exactly what makes you a prime target for the lost pet scam.

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Hero Rooster and Poodle Save Family From Fire [VIDEO]

Vetstreet Editors — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:09:56 +0000

You often hear about hero dogs and, on occasion, hero cats. But, how about a hero rooster?

Even more surprising, this courageous cockerel teamed up with a poodle to alert a family to a fire engulfing their Florida home. Vetstreet‘s Amy Sinatra Ayres has more on this story after the jump.

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Three Ways Your Pet Makes You Healthier

NewsTalk 1290 — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:34:35 +0000

If you're allergic, then obviously having a pet isn't good for your health. But more and more research is showing that for the rest of us, having a pet makes you healthier. And it's not just because you get more exercise walking your dog, although that can't hurt.

Whether you're a d

Dogs or Cats? What Your Pet Preference Says About You

Aaron Galloway — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 19:11:51 +0000

Even if it's raining cats and dogs, don't expect the same reaction from everyone.

According to data from Hunch collected in an infographic by Column Five Media, cat people tend to be urban dwellers, prefer petsitting over babysitting, and value ironic humor, while dog lovers are more likely to have kids, be outdoorsy people, and name Paul as their favorite Beatle.

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