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Dog Tips

Considering Euthanasia? It Means 'Good Death'

The decision of euthanasia is demanded by humanitarian obligation, but is met with intense emotional responses for the person who must finally make it. Educating yourself about the process ahead of time may help relieve feelings of guilt that may follow.
11 min read
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Dog Tips

The Compassion of Euthanasia

This quiz can help you evaluate the quality of life of your pet when making decisions about hospice and end-of-life care. It also assesses your quality of life to help you make an informed choice.
1 min read
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Dog Tips

Navigating the Journey to the Rainbow Bridge

By learning the practice of 2-Sided Surrender, it helps heals your heart, knowing you honored your pet by being lovingly present in the service of ushering them out. They will feel and know the unconditional love from which you surrender them.
8 min read
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Dog Tips

Turn Your Heart Toward the Furry Friends Most in Need

Are you ready to save a life? That's exactly what you do when you turn your heart toward the estimated 3.3 to 4.5 million dogs waiting in shelters to find a home. Forget the fancy breeders and pet shops. Rescue a pup that is truly in need and open the door to unimaginable unconditional love.
5 min read
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Dog Tips

If Your Dog Could Talk, He'd Say 'Don't Pet Me Here'

Surprisingly, the way many people pet a dog isn't necessarily how he likes it. The two areas, in your dog's mind, that should be taboo for petting, and two other areas that can unleash feel-good emotions in both of you and help lower your blood pressure. Plus, how petting feels to your dog.
6 min read
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Special Species

Kenya Announces Death Penalty for Poachers

Iconic species like elephants and rhinoceros are prime targets for poachers looking for ivory tusks or rhino horns. To protect the threatened species, poachers already face steep fines and jail time in Kenya. Now, an even steeper sentence has been announced in the country: the death penalty.
5 min read