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Neglected Tiger Ranch Cats On The Mend

4 hours ago - Fri, May 9

CLARION, Pa. -- Some 260 surviving cats rescued about two months ago from a disease-ridden, would-be animal sanctuary are displaying strong recovery signs, according to the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. “You… Read more

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NEWSBRIEFS: Gorilla Turns 55; Iguanas, Sea Lions Killed

1 hour ago - Fri, May 9

SECAUCUS, N.J. – Below is a look at some noteworthy stories from the animal kingdom this week. WORLD’S OLDEST GORILLA TURNS 55. What does a gorilla get to celebrate her 55th birthday? The wisecrack answer would be, “Anything she wants.�… Read more

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Lending a Helping Paw: Dogs Better Students' Reading

10 hours ago - Fri, May 9

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- “I’m reading magic schoolbus in a beehive,” said Jerred Lakey, a third grader at Bond Mill Elementary School. He’s part of a program that’s helping kids like him learn to read better. It’s called DEAR or dogs… Read more

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Fewer Honey Bees Hurts Haagen-Daz

23 hours ago - Thu, May 8

SAN FRANCISCO –- The number of commercially managed honey bee hives in the nation dropped 36.1 percent since last year, falling victim to new diseases, pesticide drift and parasites, according to the Apiary Inspectors of America, who promote better beek… Read more

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Gibson, World’s Tallest Dog, Pens Children’s Book

1 day ago - Thu, May 8

GRASS VALLEY, Calif. –- At seven-foot-six inches long when standing on his hind legs, Gibson is the world’s tallest dog, and possibly its best known, but the harlequin Great Dane had far more humble beginnings. A celebrity who has appear… Read more

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Goat, Owner Share In New Leg

1 day ago - Thu, May 8

WOODSTOCK, N.Y. – Brooklyn is one of the last places you’d expect to find a male goat wandering the streets, but after being found there originally earmarked as food, Albie is now instead part of a loving home. “It appeared that he had … Read more

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HSUS Uncovers More Downer Cows

2 days ago - Wed, May 7

SECAUCUS, N.J. -- The Humane Society of the United States released video footage today of sick and injured livestock the organization says were mistreated at auction sites and stockyards where cattle are sold for slaughter. A graphic videotap… Read more

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Settlement For Woman Who Dyed Poodle Pink

2 days ago - Wed, May 7

Boulder, Colo. –- Joy Douglas’ practice of dying her poodle pink appears to have itself died. The salon owner was fined $1,000 March 1 for dying her poodle, Cici, pink, but vowed to fight that decision in court, explaining her actions wer… Read more

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Canine Amputee Makes Prosthetic History

2 days ago - Wed, May 7

FT. COLLINS, Colo. –- A dog found hobbling in the Kuwaiti desert is expected to become the first to receive an experimental prosthesis that could eventually help other dogs. Sally, a Suluki, was rescued by an animal welfare group, and has b… Read more

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Pet Seat Belt Law Passes Cali Assembly

3 days ago - Tue, May 6

SACRAMENTO, Calif. –- A proposed law aimed at banning motorists from keeping pets on their laps while driving passed the Assembly Monday. The legislation, which now needs Senate approval to become law, is sponsored by Assembl… Read more

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Trio Nabbed Springing Impounded Dog For Funeral

3 days ago - Tue, May 6

WILSON, Okla. –- When there’s only one police officer on duty in this town of about 1,800, and he happens to catch your group red handed, allegedly trying to bust a dog out of the city pound, you know it’s just not your day. “Everythi… Read more

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