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Chimpanzee Attack Victim Can't Sue State for Damages

In 2009, unconditional love turned into tragedy for Travis, a 14 year-old Chimpanzee, his adoring guardian, Sandra Herold, and her dear friend Carla...

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Domesticated Rats: Smart Critters That Make Great Pets

When encountering a mouse or rat–even if they are domesticated–some folks become terrified and let out a blood-curdling scream. Personally, I don’t...

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Moran-Young Amendment Approved to Defund USDA Horse Meat Inspectors

Just a few days ago, Petside featured the story about the first horse slaughterhouse processing horse meat for human consumption since a 2006 ban....

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Wildlife Conservationist Jeff Corwin Launches Wild Adventures Audio Tours

When it comes to wildlife conservation, the local zoo plays an important role in connecting people to endangered animals. I fell in love with...

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Photos from the World's Ugliest Dog Contest 2011
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Tax Breaks For Pet Owners
Providing foster care for stray animals is now tax deductible, thanks to a cat-saving volunteer on a mission.
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A mystery animal—dubbed chupacabra after a legendary, blood-sucking creature said to inhabit Mexico, Puerto Rico and some parts of the United States—...