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Pet Scoop: Rare Footage Shows Snuggling Snow Leopards, Dog Finds Kitten Trapped in Wall
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, April 26, 2017April 26, 2017: We've scoured the Web to find the best and most compelling animal stories, videos and photos. And it's all right here. Full Article ›
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The Top 10 Things to Know About Chinchillas
By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), April 25, 2017Chinchillas are charming, small rodents originating from South America, where they are now nearly extinct from being hunted for their thick coats. They are adapted to live at high elevations, where… Full Article ›
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Pet Scoop: Beaver Inadvertently Herds 150 Cows, Ex-Inmate Adopts Pup She Trained
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, April 19, 2017April 19, 2017: We've scoured the Web to find the best and most compelling animal stories, videos and photos. And it's all right here. Full Article ›
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Pet Scoop: “Miracle” Mom Saves Pups From Factory Fire, Owner Rescues Dog From Pond
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, April 10, 2017April 10, 2017: We've scoured the Web to find the best and most compelling animal stories, videos and photos. And it's all right here. Full Article ›
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Pet Scoop: Cat Saves Couple From Carbon Monoxide, Star Dog Visits Ill Girl in Hospital
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, March 20, 2017March 20, 2017: We've scoured the Web to find the best and most compelling animal stories, videos and photos. And it's all right here. Full Article ›
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U.K. Police Officers Reunite Newborn Squirrel With Mom
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, March 6, 2017A Hackney, England, police officer in northeast London was out on patrol when he spotted a newborn, furless squirrel from the sidewalk. “Not what you normally find on burglary patrols,” the… Full Article ›
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Pet Scoop: Clouded Leopard Cub Born in Nashville, Patriots Star Releases Seal
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, March 6, 2017March 6, 2017: We've scoured the Web to find the best and most compelling animal stories, videos and photos. And it's all right here. Full Article ›
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Raccoon Hitches Ride on Garbage Truck
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, February 20, 2017A raccoon just outside Washington, D.C., got a little more than he bargained for when he was looking for a snack in the trash on Friday. Politico reporter Helena B. Evich snapped a picture of a… Full Article ›
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Help! I'm Allergic to My Pet
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, February 7, 2017When Kathryn Primm’s allergist broke the news to her that she was allergic to dogs, cats and horses, she says she started to cry. “What am I going to do?” she asked.“Well," the allergist… Full Article ›
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February Is Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month: 10 Things You Should Know About Pet Bunnies
By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), February 6, 2017With nearly 50 breeds recognized by the American Rabbit Breeders Association, rabbits come in all sizes and colors, and make terrific pets in the right circumstances. Although they do need exercise… Full Article ›
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Hedgehog Day: 8 Things to Know About These Prickly Creatures
By Vetstreet Staff, February 2, 2017Guess what? Feb. 2 is Hedgehog Day. Yes, it is also Groundhog Day. Confused? Groundhog Day actually originates from Hedgehog Day. You see, way back in the day, German settlers brought the tradition… Full Article ›
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Ollie the Bobcat Found on Zoo Grounds
By Amy Sinatra Ayres , February 2, 2017After two days on the lam, 7-year-old bobcat Ollie is safely back in her enclosure at Washington’s National Zoo. Just after the zoo had given up looking for her, saying they had confidence she… Full Article ›