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USDA Licensed to Mill

Many people are unaware of the horrors that go on at a puppy mill.Surf the web and you will find serene scenes on a “breeder’s”...
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Adopt a homeless dog

If you’re looking for a dog, rescue it from a shelter. People need to stop buying puppies from pet stores, and need to start adopting from...
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Adopt a pet, don't shop for one

Did you know that nearly every puppy sold in a pet store comes from a Puppy Mill? What goes on at a Puppy Mill? “The myriad documented...
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'Where are the Katrina dogs now?' Some are still in rescue

After Katrina in 2005, there was an attempt to rescue the surviving animals. Because of the chaos, the homes destroyed, and the families evacuated,...
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A-List Avian: Penny's luck

Looking at the beautiful Blue and Gold macaw now, you do not see the horror she suffered. Penny had an owner who loved her. When the owner died...
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Questions to ask before even calling an adoption agency

Deciding if you should adopt is a big decision. There are many questions that prospective adoptive parent(s) have. How much will it cost? Where do...
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Adopt a companion animal, find a friend for life

Today is Adopt the Internet Day, an event organized by Petfinder.com to spread the word about the importance of adopting companion animals from...
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AKC Meet the Breeds event was a success for every breed, including Whippets

“The largest showcase of dog and cat breeds in the world,” the American Kennel Club said, and spectators strolling through the Jacob...
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Do you love cats too much to make a difference in their lives?

  • Cats
  • October 15, 2010
Whenever I talk to cat lovers about fostering a homeless cat for a rescue group, I often hear "I can't foster. I just love cats too much....
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Adopt A Less Adoptable Pet Week, “Hank”

  • Cats
  • September 25, 2010
Back in 2004, Hank showed up as a stray at a car dealership in Denver. Some Good Samaritans quickly fell in love with the big, scruffy tomcat who,...
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