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Kevin Spacey Honors City Of Boston With New Puppy

May 6, 2013

(CELEBRITY PETS)  Two-time Oscar winner Kevin Spacey has recently taken on a new role as the parent to an adorable rescue puppy, Boston, who he named in honor of the beloved city. During a recent visit to the Boston Medical Center to show his support for those affected by the recent tragedy, the actor welcomed Boston into his family after meeting with some of North Shore Animal League America’s Mutt-i-grees, who are there to help heal the emotional wounds of the victims. Read on for more on the newest addition to his family as well as his special connection to the city of Boston. — Global Animal

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Naki’o, The World’s First Bionic Dog (GALLERY)

May 1, 2013

(DOG PICTURES) After becoming the first dog to be fitted with a complete set of prosthetic paws that work naturally and allow him to run, jump, and swim, Naki’o has been given a new leash on life. The mixed-breed puppy was abandoned at a foreclosed Nebraska home and was eventually discovered alone in the cellar, with his paws and tail frozen into a puddle of icy water. Fortunately for Naki’o, he met an extremely compassionate veterinarian assistant named Christie Pace of Colorado Springs, Colorado, who was looking to help an animal in need. ”I have a soft spot for rescue animals in general. I was looking for something different, unique. I wanted to make more of a difference than a regular dog. I knew I could help him out,” she told ABC. Learn more about Naki’o's touching story and take a look at his new kicks in the photo gallery and video below. — Global Animal

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Singer Miranda Lambert: The Voice For Foster Dogs

April 25, 2013

(CELEBRITY NEWS) Country darling Miranda Lambert has a big heart for animals—particularly dogs. Mrs Blake Shelton already has five dogs in her family, but she also makes sure to open her house to foster animals. The “Gunpowder & Lead” singer told People magazine, “Every time I find one [dog], we keep ‘em until we can find them the right home. You kind of know what dog fits with your family. We keep ‘em until we find a family they fit with.” The star also admitted that husband Blake Shelton was a little baffled with her animal loving ways at first, but that he is used to it now. Read on to find out whether Lambert plans to adopt any more dogs. — Global Animal

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Abused Dog’s New Leash On Life (VIDEO)

April 15, 2013

(SHELTERS PETS) The number one reason most households choose not to adopt a dog is due to negative misconceptions of shelter pets. Meet Emerson—a dog who was abused and neglected for a number of years—whose tail of hope undoubtedly proves that shelter dogs are not broken. Read on for more details on Emerson’s survival story and watch his amazing transformation in this touching video. — Global Animal

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Vegan Chocolate Bunny - a compassionate Easter treat!

Easter Bunnies: Stick To The Candy Version

March 31, 2013

(EASTER BUNNIES) Rabbits bought as Easter gifts cause problems for animal shelters across the nation. After dogs and cats, they are most often surrendered to shelters especially after this spring holiday. Bunnies can live up to ten years, need veterinary care, fresh vegetables, and toys. Many people are not aware rabbits require as much care and commitment as any other pet and will drop the bunnies off at a shelter, or worse, release them into the wild. Read on for more on this issue and how to responsibly bring a rabbit into your family. — Global Animal 

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Bunny Fever! 9 Questions Before You Take The Hop

March 30, 2013

(LIFE WITH PETS) Easter is here and pet stores are filled with rabbits just waiting to hop into your Easter basket. So you and your children – especially your children –may be hoping for a bunny. But like the rush to buy a dalmatian after ’101 Dalmatians’ was a big hit, it can be a different story when the rabbits (or chicks) come home to roost. Unfortunately, ninety percent of rabbits brought into American homes for the spring holiday end up euthanized. Want to be part of the solution instead of creating a problem? Adopt a rabbit instead of buying. And before you do anything, read what the experts at 3 Bunnies Rabbit Rescue say you should consider before bringing home that bunny. – Global Animal

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Grumpy Cat Charms Hollywood Hunk At SXSW

March 18, 2013

(FAMOUS ANIMALS) Since becoming a widespread Internet sensation, Grumpy Cat—also known by her real name Tardar Sauce—is living the lavish celebrity life. The adorable cranky feline flew in to South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas to shoot a Friskies commercial. During her stay, she got to experience all the perks that come with being an online superstar, and she managed to steal a huge Hollywood hunk’s heart! Read on to find out more about Grumpy Cat’s SXSW experience. — Global Animal

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Hollywood’s Bought & Abandoned Fad Dogs

March 15, 2013

(ANIMAL ACTORS) From the silver screen to the viral menagerie of animals on YouTube, canine actors and other popularized pups inevitably fuel society’s fascination with certain dog breeds. At the same time, the opposite can also occur, where a film or television show portrays a dog in a negative light and depopularizes that particular breed. “Every time Hollywood makes a dog movie, the breed goes to hell,” says one caretaker of bouviers des Flandres dogs. Animals don’t always meet potential guardian’s expectations. And when their pet doesn’t behave like the animal portrayed on a television show or in a particular film, rescue organizations and animal shelters become flooded with popularized breeds. Read on to learn more about the impact that famous dogs in the media have on particular breeds. — Global Animal

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