# Pets
Barking news: Special pet vaccination event being held in Pinal County
(Maricopa, AZ ) The Pinal County Animal Care and Control (PCACC) is holding a special event for pet owners this weekend. The Maricopa Wells Veterinary Hospital in Pinal County is offering a special vaccination clinic for dogs and cats, as a great way to keep community animals healthy. The clinic is open to any area resident, their pets do not have to be a patient of the clinic.
Study says cats can learn each others’ names and those of their owners
“It's been believed that cats are indifferent to things that don't benefit them, but we've learned that they pay attention to the communication between their human and feline roommates. Going forward, I want to study how cats learn the names and faces of other cats." — Saho Takagi, a research fellow who specializes in animal science and initiated the study, stated in an interview with Japan’s daily newspaper, The Mainichi.
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White Shih Tzu Puppy on Fabric Sofa ChairPhoto by Dominic Buccilli from Pexels. "Since January 2021, we have been working tirelessly to pass this ordinance to close the puppy mill pipeline to Dallas to stop hundreds of sick puppies from being shipped from out-of-state puppy mills," Stacy Sutton Kerby of the Texas Humane Legislation Network (THLN) stated in a release about the ordinance.
I rescued an abandoned cat: his former owner took him back
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I'm sorry my husband stole a stranger's dog, but I'm not that sorry
*This is a work of nonfiction based on actual events I experienced firsthand; used with permission. When my husband and I were newlyweds, he worked at a grocery store in the city. One day, he told me a sad story about a puppy. It was a stray dog, and it had wandered into the grocery store, begging for something to eat.
Horses and cherry blossoms seize tender emotions: "The eyes of a horse tell the complete story"
A passionate photographer has found a great way to portray the romantic and pure nature of horses. Cherry blossoms bring out their strength and add a fleeting and delicate touch to springtime joy that brings positivity and sheer joy.
Lilo, the husky, nurses Rosie, the kitty, back to happy times: "They love playing, napping together"
A Siberian husky from San Jose first met a kitten while they were both in an animal shelter. Their connection started out as a mother-daughter bond, and they have since become best friends.
It's against the law to let your dog bark for more than 15 minutes in this Chicago suburb
The Aurora City Council voted last week to fine pet owners a $100 ticket for excessive noise from dog barking. (CHICAGO) Nobody likes to hear a dog barking excessively outdoors, but this Chicago suburb is taking it to another level.
Photographer captures last days pets spend with owners: "It's hard to let our beloved fur friends go"
A photographer who lives in Michigan offers pet owners a chance to capture their last moments together when their best friends get sick. The woman set out to create free photoshoots for senior or very ill dogs, thus helping their owners commemorate their furry friends in a loving way.
Pet cloning is far more advanced than you may have imagined
Three white kittensPhoto by Peng Louis from Pexels. “I can either pay thousands of dollars to create a new pet that’s actually going to have a different history and personality, or maybe I could adopt an animal that would otherwise be killed in a shelter. Those are things that ethically need to be considered.” — Bioethics professor Dr. Robert Klitzman stated in a Washington Post article.
Dog in wheelchair guides blind fox for daily walks: "Make the most of each day just like Jack did"
Ana Lapaz-Mendez works at a veterinary clinic in Watford, and as soon as she met Jack, they formed a wonderful bond. The little dog needed surgery and wasn't able to walk with his hind legs anymore due to inflammation.
Mom Refuses to Rehome Dogs After 'Affair Child' is Allergic
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Family takes home coyote puppy thinking they found a lost dog: "The baby is now recovering comfortably"
A family who lives in Massachusetts thought they saw a lost puppy on the side of the road. At the time, they believed he was a dog, but it turned out he was actually a baby coyote in distress.
Horse reassures woman going through divorce: "I was hiding from my emotions, and Shiner felt that"
Animals can get so close to their owners that they know how they feel and can resonate with them when they're sad, feeling lonely, upset, or grieving. That's what happened when a horse's owner was dealing with a divorce.