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Caring For Older Pets

April 27, 2013

(PET CARE) Although we never want to see our pets get older, acknowledging our pet’s rising age will allow us to share many more loving memories with our beloved animal friends. Regular vet checkups, though detested by our pets, need to be scheduled. We can also ease our pets into old age by simply having fun with them and making sure we provide them with the best accommodations. Our pet’s age is nothing to fear as long as we schedule an extra vet appointment and make sure our pet remains active. Read further on how to keep your pet healthy. — Global Animal

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The first physical proof that animals existed 585 million years ago. Photo Courtesy: Ernesto Pecoits and Natalie Aubet

World’s Oldest Animal?

July 1, 2012

(ANIMAL DISCOVERY) The date of animal emergence on Earth may change due to recent findings published in Science. Researchers found a fossilized track in Uruguay created by an archaic, slug-like creature. Through an extensive dating process, analysts concluded this primitive animal and his track date back 30 million years prior to current estimates. Learn more about this new discovery and what implications it may have. — Global Animal

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Elderly Dog Becomes Topic Of Small Town

June 22, 2012

(TOUCHING TALE) NEW MEXICO — Blue, an 11-year-old Australian cattle dog, has stirred a great debate in his home town of Elephant Butte, New Mexico. The discussion is over whether he should be allowed to live his life leash-free. As the main topic at the town’s council meeting, this inspirational dog has acquired his own lawyer, has his own Facebook page, and his own bank account for donations. Read on for Blue’s fascinating story. — Global Animal

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Anti-Aging Care For Your Senior Pet

June 12, 2012

(SENIOR PET CARE) Turns out pet senior citizens need to stay active the same way human senior citizens do. Proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian, Dr. Karen Becker, recently shared exercises and massage techniques that will help your senior pet stay nimble, strong, healthy and happy. Read on to find out how to help your older animal companion. — Global Animal 

 

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Senior Centers Take Four-Legged Family Members

May 16, 2012

(LIFE WITH PETS) There is an increasing amount of research showing the physical and psychological health benefits of having a pet. So it should come as no surprise to find that a growing number of senior living centers are allowing residents to bring along their animal companions. Read on for how animals are changing the lives of the elderly. — Global Animal

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Senior Chickens Find Retirement Home

April 28, 2012

(ANIMAL WELFARE) The fate of most chickens after their egg laying days are over is pretty grim. But more and more chicken-loving caretakers are thinking ahead for their bird’s future. Pete Porath, the owner of a farm in Estacada, specializes in finding homes for older birds, where they can live out their years in serenity. Read on to find out more about this great new approach to senior chickens. — Global Animal

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World’s Oldest Dog Dies

December 6, 2011

(PETS) JAPAN — We are sad to report the oldest living dog, Pusuke, has passed away. Living to be 26 years old, which is 117 in human years, this dog had a long full life. Our thoughts are with Pusuke’s guardian. — Global Animal 

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