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Pets
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Do dogs and cats look out for each other?
Word has it that dogs and cats don’t like each other very much. Does that mean they wouldn’t look out for a fellow four-legged creature? I’m not sure I ever believed that. And now after hearing about this family of pets, I’m more inclined than ever to think it’s a lie. This week we’ve turned [...]
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A castle built for a cat
I’m a firm believer that cats should be treated like the royalty they believe themselves to be. So when I came across the story of Billy Browne and his cat, Rufus, I couldn’t help but smile. Poor little Rufus had been suffering from an ear infection. Billy spent two weeks diligently giving Rufus ear drops [...]
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Councillor wants ban lifted on number of pets per household
When it comes to animal love, can a person have too much to go around? Not according to one Toronto city councillor. Earlier this month Glenn De Baeremaeker suggested removing a city bylaw that limits households to having no more than six pets. Owners can welcome any combo of cats, dogs, ferrets and rabbits (with [...]
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Our favourite TV animals
The impending arrival of September brings with it the anticipation of not only a new school year but also a roster of new TV shows. Reviews and trailers have been making the rounds for a few weeks already. One show that has piqued my interest is “Animal Practice.” The show revolves around a veterinarian at [...]
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High-tech collar tells you when your pet is too hot
A couple of months ago I told you about a Labrador named Tucker. The dog’s owners had left him locked in their vehicle on a scorching summer day while they went shopping for two hours. Tucker died shortly after authorities broke into the vehicle to help him. Sadly this has not been the only case [...]
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How to find a missing pet
Summer is in full bloom and with it sunny days aplenty. Has your pet joined you in spending more time in the great outdoors, maybe venturing a bit off his usual beaten path? Or maybe your indoor cat keeps poking his nose out the front door, itching for a run in the sun. What do [...]
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Olympic workout for Fido (and you!)
The Summer Games are just about here and we couldn’t be more excited. I predict some quality time will be spent in front of the television over the next two-plus weeks. But instead of simply crashing on the couch as our athletes do all the sweating, let their dedication inspire you – and your pet [...]
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Having a pet may just save your life
We know all about the benefits of owning a pet. Having a friend from the planet Animal is great for your physical health, your emotional welfare and, really, your overall well-being. As much as we could wax poetic about how much we love our friends for all they do for us, sometimes the fewer the [...]
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Pets may help keep kids healthy: study
When it comes to your infant’s health, a dog may well be his friend. According to a study out of Finland released this week, babies who share a home with a dog suffer from fewer respiratory illnesses, have fewer ear infections and need antibiotics less often during the first year of life than kids who [...]
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Coming home to pets? Home sweet home
A couple of weeks ago the Life Blog introduced you to one of our magazine’s interns, Tasha, who in turn introduced you to the woman who inspires her – her grandmother. Like the rest of the Canadian Living staff, Tasha loves animals. And like most of you, she’s a proud pet parent. We asked her [...]
