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Squirrel rescued from Fargo floods

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 31, 2009 at 10:28 am

River waters are taking over areas they never have before in Fargo, North Dakota. This means a lot of animals are looking for new places to stay, including newly named “Grover” the squirrel.

Video provided by WDAY

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‘Golden’ memories of Rachel ‘Pagey’ Elliott

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 30, 2009 at 1:45 pm

Rachel “Pagey” Elliott was the Massachusetts woman who put golden retrievers on the map. She died March 20th at her farm in Carlisle at the age of 96. Dozens of goldens from around the country made up the honor guard at a memorial service for her.

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Surprising statistics for dog, cat owners

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 30, 2009 at 9:50 am

There are some surprising statistics about dog and cat ownership in Massachusetts. MSPCA President Carter Luke takes us through more of the numbers.

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A closer look at Live Animal Center in Boston

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 30, 2009 at 9:48 am

Go beyond the fossils – and check out the bobcat, meerkat and dozens of other animals living at the Museum of Science in Boston. The Vicki Cam takes you inside the museum’s Live Animal Center.

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IFAW works to stop illegal trade of gyrfalcons

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 30, 2009 at 9:46 am

In Medieval times, the gyrfalcon was a prized species among kings and nobility. Today, this regal-looking bird is still a prized item — on the black market. Watch this clip to learn more about how IFAW teams are working to stop the illegal trade of gyrfalcons in places like Russia.

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Spoil your pet with a luxury bed

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 30, 2009 at 9:44 am

Send your dog – or cat – off to dreamland with some of the best pet beds on the market. Animal trainer Brian Kilcommons checks out everything from cat couches to memory foam mattresses.

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What does our pets’ bedtime behaviors tell us?

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 30, 2009 at 9:42 am

From a cozy corner of the couch, to a spot in the sun, you can learn a lot about your pet through his or her bedtime behavior. Animal trainer Sarah Wilson takes us through some revealing images.

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Swans take break from migration to Alaska

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 26, 2009 at 1:03 pm

If you want a spectacular look at one of nature’s most elegant birds, grab your camera and head to Usk, Washington.

Video provided by KXLY.

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Sharks, sharks and more sharks

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 25, 2009 at 10:35 am

Large groups of sharks have been spotted along the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia, hunting big schools of bait fish off some of the country’s most popular surf beaches.

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Don’t let economy affect your love for your pet

Posted By: Allison Sonfist | March 23, 2009 at 3:55 pm

Can’t afford to feed your pet amid this recession? Well, a shelter in New Hampshire is offering help for pet owners in these tough economic times.

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