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Pacemaker Saves the Life of Cherished Companion Animal

Prince Buttons gave his human a terrible scare when he began staggering, and then collapsing. Dependent on him and his half-brother Rolo for a reason to get out of bed in the morning, Button's very ill owner couldn't have been more relieved when this specialist team stepped in to help.

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Using CBD Oil in Pets With Malignancies — Does It Work?

Interest in CBD products has exploded in recent years thanks to groundbreaking research. Discover how CBD oil may help improve treatment in dogs with tumors and other malignancies.

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These Heroic Animals Protect Humans — We Must Save Them Too

Surprisingly, 3 of them protected an Ethiopian girl who was abducted in 2005 by men trying to force her into marriage. She was found a week later guarded by these 3 'killers.' Discover these 9 other fascinating facts about them ... and find out about the dangers they face.

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Injured or Disabled Pet? Design the Perfect Rehab Program

There are many things to consider when designing a rehab program for your injured or disabled dog, cat, horse, rabbit or other pet. Know the nine conditions for which rehabilitation therapy is a must and one of my favorite types of therapy that can ease pain and help injuries heal.

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This Pain Relief Protocol for Humans Also Works on Pets

You've probably gained from these protocols yourself. And if our precious animals could talk, they'd ask us to claim the same benefits for them. Especially in these special needs situations and circumstances. Fortunately, it's becoming more widely accepted and available.

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Can Birds Communicate Using Cellphones and Tablets?

Unbelievably, these whip-smart birds have taken feathered friendships to a whole new level. Learning how to use tablets and cellphones to make calls in a three-month study (147 calls were actually made by 18 birds), Ellie and Cookie continue to call each other more than a year after the study ended.

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Beached Dolphins and Whales: Is Alzheimer's to Blame?

Why do large groups of dolphins - and even whales - sometimes get stranded in shallow water? Researchers from the University of Glasgow have a hunch: The leader of these groups may be suffering from brain changes not unlike those that occur in humans with Alzheimer's.

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The Truly Affectionate 'Pocket Pets' Few People Own

It's too bad only a small percentage of pet parents adopt these intelligent and charming creatures, as they offer many of the benefits that draw people to dogs and cats. Requiring only a fraction of the space as other pets, they will quickly become part of your family if you let them.

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10 Colorful Facts About These Fascinating Fish

Perhaps you've stopped in your tracks to admire their vibrant red, green, and royal blue hues and maybe you've even brought one home. But you may not have known how these intelligent, feeling beings can learn to recognize their owners and perform tricks.

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