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Bird-Watching for Beginners: Start with a Bird Feeder and Binoculars

Jan 29, 2016 10:43AM ● By Sandra Murphy

Starting with a bird feeder, binoculars and app, we can thrill to the medley of birds in our backyards and wildlife refuges.

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The Right Vet for Your Pet: Animals Thrive with Gentle, Safe and Natural Approaches

Dec 29, 2015 05:25PM ● By Shawn Messonnier

Holistic medicine is just as nourishing and effective for our pets as it is for humans.

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Sentient Beings: New Zealand Enacts Bill Recognizing Animal Intelligence

Nov 30, 2015 09:47AM

A pioneering law formally recognizes that animals can feel pain and stress and so bans the use of animals for cosmetics testing.

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Eat, Bark and Be Merry: Healthy Holiday Treats for Our Pets

Nov 30, 2015 09:47AM ● By Sandra Murphy

Sure, it’s tempting to slip food scraps to our pets from our groaning holiday tables, but it’s much healthier to cook them up special treats.

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Animal Friends Soothe Autistic Children: Relief for Stressful Social Situations

Oct 30, 2015 09:59AM

If they play with a guinea pig before reading in front of other children, autistic children suffer significantly less social anxiety, Purdue University researchers have found.

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Choosing the Perfect Pet: Not Just Any Dog or Cat Will Do

Oct 30, 2015 09:58AM ● By Sandra Murphy

Will it be a mischievous shelter puppy or adult feline? When picking a pet to share our love with, it’s wise to consider its size, temperament, needs and costs.

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Animal Chiropractic: The Benefits of a Well-Adjusted Pet

Sep 30, 2015 10:18AM ● By Linda Sechrist

Horses, dogs, cats, pigs and even elephants and birds have been permanently helped by spinal adjustments performed by animal chiropractors.

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Eye Health for Dogs: 10 Foods to Keep Canine Vision Sharp

Aug 31, 2015 11:57AM ● By Audi Donamor

Blueberries, eggs and garlic may not be high on a dog’s food list, but they go far to protect a canine from serious eye disease.

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Animal Talk: They Have Lots to Say If We’d Only Listen

Jul 31, 2015 10:49AM ● By Sandra Murphy

Animals continually communicate, and by quieting our minds, we can tune into what they’re saying.

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Purr-fect Pet Sitters: Make Sure Your Pet Enjoys Your Vacation, Too

Jul 10, 2015 01:53PM ● By Sandra Murphy

When you’re away from home, a professionally-trained pet sitter that knows your pet’s breed and habits may be an all-around happier choice of care.

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Soil Sisters Celebrate Summer on the Farm

Jun 30, 2015 02:58PM

Soil Sisters–a cross-section of women farmers–will present a weekend of farm activities designed to offer an immersive farming and culinary experience from July 31 through August 2.

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No Worries: Cats Naturally Eat Less in Summer: Take Appetite Swings in Stride

Jun 30, 2015 10:14AM

British veterinarians found that cats do indeed pick at their food in hot weather—eating 15 percent less—and logically eat more in winter.

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Walking The Cat: Harness a Curious Cat for a Lively Stroll

Jun 01, 2015 05:43PM ● By Sandra Murphy

Given a gentle introduction, a cat can learn to love a leash and relish daily walks around the neighborhood.

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Creature Crime: Feds Make Animal Abuse a Felony

May 29, 2015 10:12AM

Abuse and torture of animals is now classified by the Federal Bureau of Investigation as being on a par with homicide.

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Fashionistas for Fur-Babies Fundraiser to Help Special Needs Pets

Feb 27, 2015 06:44PM

Integrating People for Animal Wellness (iPAW), a nonprofit dedicated to decreasing unwarranted euthanasia of pets with physical or behavioral issues, presents Fashionistas for Fur-Babies, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 11, at the Milwaukee Marriott West, in Waukesha.

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Dr. Jodie’s Natural Pets Products Now Available

Jul 31, 2014 12:01PM

Veterinarian Jodie Gruenstern, the owner and full-time veterinarian of Animal Doctor Holistic Veterinary Complex, in Muskego, has created Dr. Jodie’s Natural Pets, a unique line of pet treats, supplements and personal care items.

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Live in Harmony With Your Pets

Mar 31, 2014 06:12PM

As part of its integrative approach to caring for pets, the Wauwatosa Veterinary Clinic is now offering in-home training and professional pet behavioral consultations for dogs and cats with certified professional dog trainer Kim Rinzel.

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Demonstration Engages with Horses and Nature

Mar 31, 2014 06:12PM

In honor of the 2014 Chinese New Year, the Year of the Horse, Robin Guayasamin-Salerno, director of Innersongs, LLC, will host Conversations with Horses from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., April 26, which focuses on experiential learning with horses and nature.

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Wauwatosa Veterinary Clinic Expands Healing Options

Aug 30, 2013 11:27AM

The Wauwatosa Veterinary Clinic has added acupuncture and physical rehabilitation services for dogs and cats to their menu of integrative veterinary care.

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Have Fun with the Animal Doctor at Jammin’ on Janesville

May 31, 2013 10:43AM

The Animal Doctor Holistic Veterinary Complex is participating in a Muskego Chamber of Commerce event, Jammin’ on Janesville, from 5 to 10 p.m. on the first Friday of June, July and August.

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