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Many consider their furry little friends family

Sunday, July 5, 2009
NEW YORK — Susan Jacobs and her companion, Kingston, both like chicken and collards, chilling on the couch and riding in her convertible with the breeze tussling his curly black hair.
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Pet Calendar

Sunday, July 5, 2009

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Japanese owners seek pet funeral services

Sunday, July 5, 2009
TOKYO — With an increasing number of pet lovers seeking to mark the passing of their cherished animal friends with a funeral service, the range of relevant services has grown considerably.
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Chinese veterinary medicine aids seizures

Sunday, July 5, 2009
There are many causes for seizures in animals. The overall incidence of seizures in dogs is estimated at 1 percent, but goes up to 15-20 percent in purebred dogs.
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'Not adoptable' stray loving cat

Sunday, July 5, 2009
Two years ago in the dead heat of July, a skinny, beaten orange Tabby was dumped in my neighborhood. Not knowing whether the cat was male or female, I called it Sam, which would be great if he was a boy and short for Samantha if the cat turned out to be a girl.
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Bow-wow birthday bashes growing trend

Sunday, June 28, 2009
DALLAS — Sparkling in rhinestones, the birthday girl preened prettily in pink, from her pearls to her new party dress with her leash snapped onto the dainty little loop on the back.
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Pet Calendar

Sunday, June 28, 2009

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Owner says goodbye to kitty

Sunday, June 28, 2009
Nicky was a laid-back California kitten when he adopted me in 1995. You could carry him around in your pocket all day. He was a marvelous kitten. He squeaked when he ran down the stairs to greet me every day, slept with me every night and loved everyone.
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Take precautions to protect pet from heat

Thursday, June 25, 2009
Q How can I keep my dog safe in this heat? A: I write about this topic often because overheated dogs are rushed into the veterinary hospital when temperatures reach into the 90s and 100s.
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Pet Helpers

Thursday, June 25, 2009

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Animal society to hold kitten event

Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Charleston Animal Society in the last month has received more than 100 kittens who need good homes.
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People urged to bring dogs to workplace

Sunday, June 21, 2009
Pet Helpers Rescue & Adoption Center is encouraging folks across the Lowcountry to bring their dogs to work Friday.
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Old dog learns new trick: To be loved!

Sunday, June 21, 2009
I like old books, I like old houses; so, it was no surprise when I decided my next dog would be an old dog. After a lifetime collection of adopted pound dogs, picking the sad-eyed waif huddling in the corner, or taking in a family member's "found" dog, it was time for me to launch into modern technology.
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Have patience. Treating pet allergy takes diligence

Thursday, June 18, 2009
Q I think my dog has allergies. How can I tell? And what can I do about it?
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Tips can keep pets safe for summer

Sunday, June 14, 2009
Whether you and your pets are taking a walk, a drive or just hanging out in the backyard, there are extra precautions that you can take to keep everyone happy and safe. Here are some tips from Humane Society of the United States:
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