Author: By SUE MANNING The Associated Press
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The ‘Dogist’ blog and book makes dogs look human
Elias Weiss Friedman has photographed thousands of dogs for his blog and book “The Dogist.” What sets his pictures apart is how human he makes his canines seem. He achieves the look by getting down on their level before shooting, making eye contact and creating a connection. “When I’m shooting photographs of dogs, I’m trying…
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Cats and dogs partying like animals in ugly holiday sweaters
Ugly sweaters aren’t simply a Christmas tradition for people. Cats, dogs and even guinea pigs are joining the party. Zigzilla “Ziggy” and Chopper “Lamb- chop” got sweaters from PetSmart this year so they’ll be ready when they get an invite to their first ugly sweater party, the cats’ owner, Catie Savage, said. “My non-cat lady…
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What roadside bomb takes away, guide dogs return tenfold
Michael Jernigan lost his eyesight and part of his brain in Iraq in 2004. But he insists, thanks to a couple of dogs, he found more than he lost. His confidence, hopes, dreams, independence – they were shattered on a roadway. Then Brittani, a Labrador and golden retriever mix, became his “battle buddy.” She boosted…
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Nat Geo Wild reality series centers on veterinarian school
A Nat Geo Wild series premiering Saturday follows a group of students through rotations at the prestigious Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. As the animals and owners face life-and-death moments on “Vet School,” families, students and teachers share their feelings. But it’s not always clear whose tears are falling. In the second episode, for…
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New collars monitor pets for pain, problems
You can use wearables with GPS to keep track of wandering dogs. Others help you track animals’ physical activity. Now, two companies have the latest in wearable pet technology: collars that can check for a fever, monitor pulse and respiration, and even indicate if your pet is in pain. PetPace, based in Massachusetts, has a…
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Pigeon pageant for beautiful birds dispels ‘rats with wings’
Dogs aren’t the only animals that vie for best in show. Hundreds of breeds of pigeons compete in their own version of the Westminster show, strutting on long, thick legs or fluttering curly, lacy feathers in their bid to be best bird. These pigeons aren’t the nuisance flocks that swarm food scraps at outdoor restaurants.…