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Pets

Your dog may know if you've done something on purpose, or just screwed up

Your dog may know if you've done something on purpose, or just screwed up

An experiment involving dog treats suggests our canine pals may understand the difference when a human withholds a treat by accident versus doing it on purpose. But don't press your luck.
by Nell Greenfieldboyce

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How to help your pandemic pets adjust to post-pandemic life

How to help your pandemic pets adjust to post-pandemic life

“What do you mean, you’re leaving?” That might be the permanent thought bubble above your dog’s head next month, when many of us return to work and school. Here’s how to get your pet ready for your absence.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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These golden retrievers went to Surfside to bring comfort to first responders

These golden retrievers went to Surfside to bring comfort to first responders

Nine golden retrievers from the Lutheran Church Charities K-9 Comfort Dog Ministry arrived at the site of the Champlain Towers South collapse to help families and first responders process their grief.
by Dalia Faheid

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President Biden's dog Champ dies

President Biden's dog Champ dies

The older of two German shepherds belonging to President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden has died, the Bidens said Saturday. Champ was present throughout Joe Biden's tenure as vice president.
by Elena Moore

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Fake records of rabies shots prompt U.S. ban on dogs from 113 countries

Fake records of rabies shots prompt U.S. ban on dogs from 113 countries

A surge in pet adoptions has increased demand for dogs imported from around the world. Most are fine, but federal officials turned up 450 dogs in 2020 with false records — 50 percent more than in 2019.
by Rob Stein

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Humane society volunteer celebrates 100 years, and decades caring for dogs and cats

Humane society volunteer celebrates 100 years, and decades caring for dogs and cats

Charlotte Beegle has spent 33 years volunteering at the Golden Valley Animal Humane Society. For her 100th birthday Tuesday, the staff brought out cupcakes — and kittens.
by Peter Cox

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