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Northeastern Missouri Humane Society

News & Blogs

Cat Toys Needed For Northeastern Missouri Humane Society Drive

Hannibal, Missouri is not just the birthplace of Mark Twain and the setting for The Adventures of Tom Sawyer; it's also a town that cares deeply...

horse racing doping bill

News & Blogs

Horse Racing Doping Bill Underway

Doping in the horse racing industry has historically been both a troublesome and dangerous practice. According to the Water Hay Oats Alliance, two...

Sir Hubble Pinkerton and Dr. Hush Puppy

News & Blogs

On Our Way to Blog Paws 2013: A Purrfect Event for Pet Bloggers

My husband Marty and I were out the door at the crack of dawn this morning to embark on our long drive to Tyson Corners, Virginia. We're on our way...

Banfield Pet Hospital 2013 State of Pet Health Report

Health & Home

Spaying and Neutering Pets Leads to Longer Lifespans

The 2013 "State of Pet Health Report" from Banfield Pet Hospital is the only report of its kind that analyzes nationwide medical data for more than 2...

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