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Everybody thinks of a boy or a girl and his or her dog. However, children aren't the only people that benefit from pet ownership. All ages benefit from dog ownership. People over 50 can especially benefit.

They're cute, and they're fun, but having several cats in the house can be a handful or two. For a more peaceful existence, consider these tips to overcome the top five problems in a multicat household.

Dogs are more likely to be wearing a collar with a dog license or rabies tag that helps local shelters or neighbors identify owners through county records.

Dogs are just like us when snow and cold limit outside activities. They can get a cooped up feeling. The danger of a bored dog dealing with cabin fever; he may find destructive ways to entertain himself by taking his frustration out on your couch.

Homeless cats are found in every city across the country as well as in rural areas. Regardless of why a pet is living outside, they need help to survive winter's cold and snow. The stray pet you help may be a child's lost cat or dog.

I have 11 dogs, 11 cats, 4 horses, one mean ole pony and a a rabbit appropriately named Peter. If you want to laugh or feel good about something then you need to read their story, I promise you will not stop laughing until after you read the last word.

The holidays are here! Get some of your holiday pet questions answered by a talented veternarian, Dr. Rachel Casamina. In part one of this interview we cover keeping your pets calm; Travel and boarding options;Turkey! Can I give my dog the bone?

With all the homeless pets, there is a large need for pet foster homes. As pets are saved from being homeless, they need people to care for them while socializing and rehabilitating them so they can be ready for adoption.

If your dog is healthy, less than ten years old, over 60 pounds and not pregnant, then your dog could be a candidate for canine blood bank donations.

Training any cat requires patience and persistence. Training an exotic pet cat also requires total respect for a wild creature. Earning the feline's trust is the first step.

Many times when we have pets, we take them for granted. All year long, but especially during the holidays when you show your thankfulness for family, do you remember to be thankful for your beloved dog or cat and their unconditional contributions.

Our dogs show their unconditional love to us daily. Our cats may snuggle up to us as well. There are many ways that we can spoil our pets and show them how much we love them.

The decision to get a pet should not be taken lightly. Here are four things every potential pet owner should consider before making the decision to add a pet to the family.

Trust and respect between dogs and humans is as essential as it is between two people. You won't build a stable and lasting relationship with your dog if he doesn't trust or respect you. Dogs learn what we teach them.

Possibly due to the economy, dog theft is on the rise. Some do not question an ad in the paper for a dog for sale. Thieves can quickly turn a buck on your dog. Is your dog safe, or easy to snatch?

Dogs Were The First Domesticated Animals

Distressed cats often act up. While it is tempting to simply punish a distressed cat, loving pet owners will try to discover the root cause of the problem and treat it so that their cat will soon be back to its old self again.

If you are considering a new dog, whether it is your first or one of multiple pets, there are questions you need to consider and answer before making a decision. Go over the list of questions and know you are making the right decision for a new dog.

Unrestrained pets can prompt unsafe driving behaviors. Here's how to make excursions with the beloved family dog safe for everyone.

Class B dealers are people who buy and sell pets to research labs and universities for educational purposes. In the hands of class B dealers, most pets will suffer abuse one way or the other under a law that allows for legal animal cruelty.

"Free to good home" has a dark and cruel underbelly many pet owners aren't aware of. Research labs, universities and puppy mill owners require a steady supply of animals to continue business as usual. Bunchers provide them with what they need.

Kids and pets are a wonderful part of many people's lives. Being proactive is the best way to keep everyone happy and healthy.

Dealing with a needy dog can be difficult. Learn what could be causing your dog's neediness and what you can try to help your dog be less needy.

If I believed in evolution to explain the insanity that we call 'œhumans', it would go more like this. Men evolved from Dogs, women evolved from Cats.

Ginny, the shelter dog, is the only known dog that rescued cats on her own, without being trained to do so. This is a heartwarming and true story about a dog who loved cats and what she did to save the ones that needed to be rescued.

Yup- your personality tells you whether you prefer cats, or dogs...or maybe both.

Don't leave your pet in your foreclosed home. There are options for pet owners evicted from their home. Rescue organizations may be able to help you re-home your pet/s. The more people you talk to; the more likely you can save your pet's life.

Save the Pets is seeking temporary pet fosters to help alleviate the shortage of pet housing due to overwhelming numbers of pets who currently need homes in Lane County. Temporary pet fosters are crucial to meeting the goals of Save the Pets..