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Cat's accidents' may begin with physical problem
An adoption with nary a downside: racers make excellent pets
Aging cats still could find a home
In time, cat gets used to being home alone
Pet owners don't solve problems by taking anger out on their animal
How to spare your pet anxiety on moving day
Let's take an animal's approach to the world
Why not just bait, track and capture cougar(s)
Behavior may indicate confused kitty
Love your dog? belt it ... restraint keeps canine rider in place
Accept feline need for independence
Training is easier when the dog is a blank slate
Assertive pet can become too loving... show this cat who's boss
Pet deserves more than shelter and a water bowl
Fussy feline doesn't know where to go
Burden of finding healthy pet falls on buyer
Overactive poodle drains busy mother's energy
Dog that chews sofa needs better outlet for energy
Today is the day for a little christmas doggerel
Separation might keep the fur from flying
Closer look shows cat fears cars, guests
Our pets connect us to the world
Much to consider about another dog
Spaying pets, spraying cats, straying cougars get notice
Some breeders' greed sure to hurt dalmatians
Dog's death was not owner's fault
Cat needs time and help to reflect on new decor
Dogs demand your time, not just food and shelter
Departures rouse sheltie's herding instincts
Flower-digging means 'i need you'
Cat's dignified departure left a void
Finished breakfast yet? then let's talk about some disgusting dog habits
How to care for dumped puppies and kittens
Toy with biting cat to redirect energy
Medicine may block bird's urge to pluck feathers
No need to be awake to feed your cat
Cats might fight or flee to avoid catastrophe
Learn reason for dogs' fighting
Guide dogs need foster families
Scare tactics break cat of bad habits
Give your dog or cat a treat on halloween night
Hark, hark: dogs bark for a reason
Take steps to help animals... annual walk benefits shelter that won't destroy unwanted pets
Keep pets out of harm's way on holiday
When dogs are home alone chewing, urinating are expressions of loss, not of spite
How to housebreak a grown-up dog
Euthanasia is difficult yet humane
Happy cat instinctively plays hunter
Cat's ills a diagnostic problem
After years indoors, why force cat outside
Dog's instincts curbed in home
Proceed slowly when introducing new cat
Intimidated owner regains upper hand on jealous dog
In the dog world, body language is everything
Pets need work to give life purpose
Fear drives loner cat into a frenzy
Hoping for well-trained, loving dog? look within
Owner senses her cat heeds mental telepathy
Get to bottom of housebreaking mess with new tack
What's on that cat's mind? closely bonded owner wonders if neutering worked on him
How to take control of your mischievous dog
Your mission, if you accept it: help break oliver of a bad habit
When a pup persists in "accidents"
New home brings out dog's worst
Group helps older pets get good homes with older people
Dog's horseplay a pain in the neck for owner
Pet that mourns loss of pal for too long needs help
True believer or skeptic? telepathy with pets fails to pass real-life test
Bring some peace to a house divided...
Pedigree sometimes stands for petty greed
Preparing a dog for addition to the family
National dog bite prevention week
Dog sees cats as prey or playthings
Let pup and older dog work out their own relationship
A vet and his dog cope with puppies
Some dogs spell relief differently
Rescue groups match people, pups
Maintaining routine helps cat make move
Kitty will be up to scratch after training
Sensitive cats need help coping with change
She's sick but still loved...leukemia cat needs a home that her ex-owner can't provide
Conditioning can help dog terrified of sneezing
Socializing our pets is really good business
Owners report more sock dragging cats
Strangers elicit conflicting emotions
Spay day's the time to take care of vital surgery for every dog and cat
Roommate is prey for a darn cat
Turning room into pet's play area might teach her it's not 'bathroom'
Terrier's a terror when owner exits
Animal testing is often unjustified
Who's the top dog? owners must understand how canines react to one another
Toy mouse 'prey' in hunt... left to his own devices, cat carries quite a pile to his dish
Piddly puppy needs a little training
With help, dogs won't miss a trick
Vet tech field is enriching, but not financially
If you love your dog, share your warmth