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Ah, the Fourth of July. It conjures up images of barbeques in the yard, belly flops in the pool, fireworks and parades—all best when enjoyed with friends and family, and even better when you have the day off to celebrate with your pets! Have fun, but remember that certain traditional Independence Day activities might not be so enjoyable, or so healthy, for the four-legged members of your

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The late Leona Helmsley was known as “The Queen of Mean,” but you gotta hand it to her, she loved her animals. Helmsley was particularly devoted to her pampered Maltese, Trouble—to the tune of a $12 million inheritance! We’re sure that Trouble is a high-maintenance little lady, but still, a lot of people wondered: what on earth can one wee dog spend that much money on? A Manhattan judge agrees,

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Fighting Cruelty Update: The ASPCA is presently assisting in Tennessee’s largest-ever puppy mill raid, lending our special forensic cruelty investigation team and Mobile Animal CSI Unit to assist in the collection of evidence. The 747 animals discovered in the raid, which began last Wednesday, were housed in various enclosures among the property’s 92 acres of hilly and rocky terrain known as

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Bringing a cuddly babe into your life has never been easier, or more helpful! By adding our new Adopt an ASPCA Pet application, you can post photos of the dogs and cats in our adoption center to your Facebook profile, helping oodles of furry faces get major visibility. And by sending the photos as gifts to friends and family members, you'll help spread the word even more. Not only will you

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Part three in our ongoing series in celebration of Adopt-A-Shelter Cat Month. Gibbons Color: Black & White Age: 9 years Gender: Male When we enter the kitty habitat that Gibbons shares with other cats, we spot him by the window, squinting his eyes and licking his fur. He looks so peaceful and distinguished there, soaking in the sunlight, that we almost hate to disturb him. ASPCA: Hey there, old

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In early March, we reported the ASPCA’s official response to a video clip in which a member of the United States Military can be seen apparently committing a heinous act of animal cruelty. We urged the United States Marine Corps to release the findings of its investigation involving the clip, and late last week it was announced that two Marines have been disciplined for their participation in

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Help, my kitty eats so fast that she vomits! Why does my cat refuse to use the litter box? How can I convince Fluffy to remove her nails from my sofa? Does your mischievous meow-ser puzzle you with odd eating habits and not-so-agreeable scratching post choices? Ask Dr. Pamela Reid, Vice President, ASPCA Animal Behavior Center, all of your burning questions about funny felines and their unusual

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No, you don’t have to get Peewee a power suit in size pooch—but if you are planning to do up Take Your Dog to Work Day in style this Friday, ASPCA experts have a few recommendations for you: - Talk to your colleagues and cube-mates before the big day. Are they scared of dogs? Do they have allergies? If so, you may wish to bring in a baby gate and fashion a makeshift playpen to keep Coco away

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Part two in our ongoing series in celebration of Adopt-A-Shelter Cat Month. Avril Color: BlackAge: 5 years Gender: Female As we approach Avril’s cage, she immediately begins to stare us down. That’s when we notice her remarkable yellow eyes, blazing bright through her jet black fur. ASPCA: Hello, pretty kitty! Got a few minutes? Avril stretches her paws out in front of her, then turns around

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With extreme weather and flooding gripping many parts of the country this week, the ASPCA wants to make sure you and your family—and that includes four-legged members—are prepared in the event of emergency. Following our simple tips can keep your clan safe—and together: - If you receive storm warnings, bring your pets inside and make sure they have plenty of food and water. - Arrange a safe

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As temperatures soar in many areas of the country, pet parents have been asking us how to help dogs and cats beat the heat. We passed on the following questions to Dr. Louise Murray, Director of Medicine at the ASPCA’s Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital: I'm trying to leash train my five-month-old Lab puppy. How long is too long a walk when it’s 90 degrees out? —Susan C. “The exact length of the walk

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*June is Adopt-A-Shelter Cat Month. Some of our cats have been here for longer than we'd like (or they deserve). We're going to post a new kitty interview every Friday this month, so stay tuned! Here's Fabian to kick things off... Fabian Color: White/Orange Age: 9 1/2 years Gender: Male ASPCA: Good morning, Fabian. Fabian slowly opens one eye, then the second. He blinks and takes a moment to

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We want our felines to know we think they're fabulous. That's why we've dedicated the month of June to them! We've created a tribute to shelter cats on our website. Whether you've already adopted one or are thinking about it, come see what we've put together for this special month. 1. Take our cat survey 2. Learn about Cat Anatomy: 101 (Warning: cute kitty photos) 3. Enter our Candid Catera

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Elyse's Adoption Diary: Dear readers, thank you for following the weekly diary posts I've been writing since October. You've watched me fall in love with many a feline at our ASPCA Adoption Center, but I haven't yet bragged about my own. I have a two-year-old orange tabby girl at home, whom I adopted along with her brother when they were kittens. Her name is Maow, and I almost lost her awhile

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Why take the survey? Because… • You’re always shamelessly looking for an excuse to talk about your cats. • June is Adopt-A-Shelter Cat Month! • It’s fun, silly and no, you won't be graded on it. This survey celebrates cats and the whacky, random situations they get themselves into! It's a tribute to felines, both the naughty and the nice. Come take the survey now.

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When we last posted about The Oprah Winfrey Show puppy mill episode, we got a strong response from you guys. Happily, the show succeeded in reaching the masses. But if you didn't see it, you've got a second shot! This important episode will be shown again tomorrow, Thursday, May 29, 4:00 P.M. EST. Thanks to investigator Lisa Ling, who went undercover into a handful of Pennsylvania puppy mills,

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Stories of families who have lost their homes and find themselves no longer able to keep their pets continue to pour in from around the United States. In New Haven, CT, where foreclosures have gone up 80 percent in the past year, local animal shelters receive an average of a call per day from someone who wants to surrender a pet. In Michigan, the Anti-Cruelty Society shelter has seen a 30-percent

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Calling all fans of the noble equine! If you've been looking for an excuse to visit New York (besides the infamous Naked Cowboy), here's a good one. Check out the American Museum of Natural History’s new “The Horse” exhibit, running now through January 4, 2009. Last weekend, the ASPCA joined in on the opening day festivities, displaying a full-size replica of a vintage horse ambulance, once seen

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Elyse's Adoption Diary: There's nothing like a kitten. I've heard many a person say "If they stayed this size, I would want one" or "I like kittens, but not cats." Now, these are not sentiments I agree with, clearly. I wish these people would give cats a chance. But I can concede, once again, that there's nothing like a kitten. I set my camera on video and did a loop around the kitten room so

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She knows which fork to use for what course at dinner, she makes a mean French onion soup and she also happens to be the brains behind an amazing media empire. But didja know Martha Stewart is also a serious animal lover? In fact, she describes her dogs as “so loyal and such marvelous company” that “I would rather be with them than almost anyone”—so it’s not surprising that Stewart has partnered

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We hate for our beloved doggies to get any negative PR. But the reality is, dogs do bite, and so the best thing we can do is show you how to prevent it from happening. According to a survey conducted by the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 4.7 million people are bitten by dogs annually, with 800,000 individuals—half of them children—requiring medical treatment. To

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After putting out a call for the Community Leader of 2008—the animal enthusiast who carried out the most inventive, effective ideas for going orange on ASPCA Day—we finally found our lady. Pennsylvania mom and shelter volunteer Ilene Wellner created an orange campaign that sent such a ripple through her community that Philadelphia’s NBC affiliate, NBC10 News, was on the scene to cover her final “

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Animal lovers, young bookworms and aspiring writers are invited to attend a live chat with author Cristina Kessler next Tuesday, May 20, from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. EST. The award-winning author will discuss her book, Our Secret, Siri Aang, about a 12-year-old Maasai girl who finds a mother black rhino and her tiny baby hidden in the African bush. Even if you didn't read the book, we still would

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This just in! We've added a bunch of new pet toys and pet care products to our ASPCA Collection. Highlights include some fantastic travel gear if you plan to take a road trip this summer. There's a collapsible pet carrier, an anti-spill travel bowl, a car safety seat--and of course, you'll need some new pet toys to keep "the kids" occupied on the trip! We've got fun spinner balls, adorable

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Attention, Pennsylvania animal advocates! Please attend a special rally, organized by the Governor’s Office and the Department of Agriculture, in support of the new puppy mill legislation. Bring your voice—and your dogs—to the Capitol Steps in Harrisburg. Rally for Puppy Mill Reform Date: Wednesday, May 14. Time: 10:30 A.M. Place: Main steps of the Capitol at Third and State streets in Harrisburg

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