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October 2008. Page 2

"Killer" Bees Attack Dogs

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Oct 27, 2008 — In Riviera Beach, FL a 70 year-old-woman was injured and three dogs killed when attacked by bees living at a vacant house. Nancy J. Hill...
Sunbear Squad Tip Of The Week

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Oct 27, 2008 — Here's another great, and timely, tip from our friends at Sunbear Squad. This tip is also something to keep in mind after a major storm,...
Placebos Widely Used in Human and Veterinary Medicine

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Oct 26, 2008 — An article on Yahoo! news the other day caught my eye. Here is an excerpt. American doctors regularly prescribe placebo pills that are intended to...

Heroic Leo Saves Kittens

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Oct 26, 2008 — In Melbourne, Australia Leo the dog is being hailed a hero. A raging fire was burning, but Leo stood guard over a box of newborn...
Can Hormone Therapy Prevent Mating in Dogs?

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Oct 25, 2008 — My female yellow Lab (about 17 months) is in heat right now (second time). My male yellow Lab (about seven years) is going nuts and...
Sniffer Dogs...In The Bedroom

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Oct 24, 2008 — That's right, sniffer dogs are being used in the bedroom. Not just any bedroom, your teenager's room is the target for these dogs. Sniff Dogs,...
Raffle For Baby Emma

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Oct 24, 2008 — Baby Emma is a 3 month old Chihuahua with a severe facial deformity. Although Emma requires round the clock care and has extensive medical bills...

In The Doghouse

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Oct 24, 2008 — An elderly couple in Queens, NY had 33 poodles removed from their house on Wednesday. A social worker who visits the owners alerted the ASPCA...
Microchip Helps Locate Missing Dog

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Oct 24, 2008 — Microchips are being used with increasing frequency in pets. I recommend them in my patients. Microchips have made it possible for me to reunite several...
Police Dogs Get Bulletproof Vests

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Oct 23, 2008 — Police dogs risk their lives for us everyday, now thanks to Vest 'N .P.D.P. they're a little safer. Police officers count on bulletproof vests every...