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How to Keep Dogs Safe During Fireworks Veterinarians are offering tips on how to keep dogs calm during the Fourth of |
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"The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated... I hold that, the more helpless a creature, the more entitled it is to protection by man from the cruelty of man." -Mahatma Gandhi- |
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Tethering or chaining dogs pose a danger to humans: How does tethering or chaining dogs pose a danger to humans? Dogs tethered for long periods can become highly aggressive. Dogs feel naturally protective of their territory; when confronted with a perceived threat, they respond according to their fight-or-flight instinct. A chained dog, unable to take flight, often feels forced to fight, attacking any unfamiliar animal or person who unwittingly wanders into his or her territory.
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Is your cat grooming half of her hair off, or is your dog licking his paws raw? It may well be that your pet is experiencing allergies, one of the most common health problems for pets.
licking his paws raw? It may well be that your pet is experiencing allergies, one of the most common health problems for pets
Is your cat grooming half of her hair off, or is your dog licking his paws raw? It may well be that your pet is experiencing allergies, one of the most common health problems for pets |
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Austin adopts 'No Kill' shelter policy—effective 2012 Council votes to limit euthanization at shelter Matt Flener Updated: Thursday, 11 Mar 2010, 6:40 PM CST Published : Thursday, 11 Mar 2010, 1:10 PM CST
AUSTIN (KXAN) - Lost and abandoned pets in Austin won a reprieve Thursday from the Austin City Council. The council voted unanimously to adopt a wide-sweeping set of three dozen recommendations that limit animal euthanization at the local shelter. The measures put an immediate stop to killing animals at Town Lake Animal Center if there is empty cage space, and mandate that Austin move toward a 90 percent save rate at Austin's animal shelter. The work comes after years of debate between city staff members and outside animal advocates. "Today is a great day for animals in Austin, Texas, but it's also a great day for animals across the country," said Ryan Clinton with FixAustin.org . "What we do here in Austin will inspire hope and inspire courage for animal advocates all over the country."
"We've tried to implement this no kill plan but we're not there yet, we are not no kill, we're working on it. We've got a lot of work to do. It's going to be an 18-month to two year process," added Lundstedt.
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Summer means more time for outdoor fun with our companion animals. But along with the warmer weather comes an increased risk of exposure to certain toxins. |
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Top 10 Pet Poisons of 2010 from the ASPCA Human medications, flea control, grapes, raisins, garlic and even some household plants. |
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Sunny With a Chance of Rabies? By Amy Jo Miller, Pets Matter
Rabies is a serious illness caused by a virus that attacks the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). All warm-blooded animals, including wild animals, dogs, cats and humans, are susceptible to it. The disease usually spreads through saliva, for example, when an infected animal bites or scratches another animal or human. With kids out of school for the summer and more time spent outdoors, families should educate themselves about rabies and caution their children about the possibility of exposure.
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From unpredictable weather to unusual routines, our animals are exposed to all sorts of hazards during June, July and August, and your pet is counting on you to keep him safe. Check out our top six tips for keeping your animal secure all summer long. ASPCA National News Alert, May 30, 2011 |