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Dog Training: Learn How You Can Overcome The Issue Of Your Dog Refusing To Come When Called
Many dog owners fail to recognize the importance of having a dog that comes when called until there is a problem, such as the collar or leash breaking, or the dog tearing free to chase a person or another animal. These situations can be dangerous for the ...

Shih Tzu - A Method of Housebreaking
House training is one of the most important parts of training your shih tzu to be a valued part of the family. As with many other aspects of shih tzu training, the best way to house train a shih tzu is to use the dog's own nature to your benefit. The ...

Shih Tzu - Taking Your Shih Tzu Off The Leash
Many shih tzu owners are anxious to give their four legged companions the freedom of going off leash, but it is important not to rush that important step. Shih Tzu should only be allowed off their leash after they have become masters of all the basic ...





Does the world need more cats?
 
Aren’t they cute? Yes, they are! A nest of meowing and crawling little kittens leaves only the fiercest cat hater indifferent. But does the world need more cats?

A cat is the second most popular pet in the world. People love them for all kinds of reasons. Cats are social, but still have a will of their own. They have sweet faces and love to be hugged, but at the same time they are predators that don’t mind about killing a bird.

In short, cats are fascinating animals. The world would be a boring place without them.

Fact: the world needs cats. But how many?

According to recent figures, in the US alone over two million cats are being put to death each year in animal shelters because there are no homes for them.

That’s shocking. And you can’t blame the animal shelters for that. They do their best, within the limits of their budget. There are just not enough people that want to take care of these cats.

So if you have a pet cat, there is no need for you to breed. Don’t worry, cats will never become scarce. Professional breeders will always be happy to meet the needs of real cat lovers.

Fact: the world does not need MORE cats. But how can you prevent new litters?

Simple. Get your cat castrated or spayed.

The answer may seem obvious, but still many people


don’t have their pet neutered. Some believe it is too expensive, or they think it will harm their cat. Or people just don’t know how easy cats make babies.

But neutering is not as expensive as raising kittens. And although it may change your cat’s behavior a little, there is no real harm done. Cats will only become more loving.

Fact: neutering is the solution. But what if your cat gets pregnant before getting spayed?

It happens. You left the door open for a minute, Molly went out, met Tom and returned with 65 days of cat gestation ahead.

Now you have a responsible task. Take care of your pregnant queen as good as you can. Get the right advice about what to expect the coming months.

Love your kittens. Make sure they get a good home once they are old enough. Because a nest of meowing and crawling little kittens leaves only the fiercest cat hater indifferent.

About the Author
Journalist and long-time cat lover Marc de Jong runs an acclaimed web site on cats and is the author of the book How To Take Care Of Your Pregnant Cat, available through http://www.cat-pregnancy-report.com/pregnant-cat.html The book is filled with insider tips and tells you how your cat can deliver and raise a healthy litter.



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Pet-friendly N.Y.S. getaways for animal lovers
New York Daily News
For New Yorkers who crave waking up to a country breeze, crowing roosters or a babbling brook, these unique country getaways are perfect summer go-to spots for animal lovers who love to give back. You're welcome to bring your four-legged companion to ...

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Wild Animals Should Be Free
PennLive.com
"Wild animals are not meant to be pets, and we must all resist our well-meaning and well-intentioned urge to want to care for wildlife," said Calvin W. DuBrock, Game Commission Bureau of Wildlife Management director. "Taking wildlife from its natural ...


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Celebrities: Miranda Lambert show is for the dogs (and other animals)
Greenville News
Miranda Lambert makes no bones about her love of animals, and on June 22, the singer will play her fifth annual Cause for Paws benefit concert for her own 501(c)(3) organization MuttNation. The show has gotten so popular that she had to move it from ...
Blake Shelton + Miranda Lambert's Kids Will Be 'Golden' Thanks to Love of AnimalsTaste of Country

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Authorities say animal hoarder was in hospital when they received tip about pets
BlueRidgeNow.com
Three of the more than 40 dogs that were seized from a home on Oklahoma Avenue stand at Henderson County Animal Services on Saturday. By John Harbin People living near a Hendersonville home where authorities seized more than 40 dogs on Friday said they ...

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'Psychic' animals bid to succeed Paul the Octopus in predicting soccer wins
Vancouver Sun
PARIS - Ahead of Saturday's Champions League final and with Euro 2012 just around the corner, animals of all shapes and sizes are queuing up to succeed Paul the Octopus, the famous clairvoyant cephalopod from the 2010 World Cup.

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