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Should You Adopt a Dog Right Now?Category: Inspire
Larissa Wohl, best known for her pet-parent and adoption segments on the Hallmark Channel’s morning show Home & Family and “Adoption Ever After” initiative, has become a go-to animal expert as a news anchor, field reporter, and journalist. To date, Larissa has helped more than 2,000 animals find their forever families and has become a voice for animals. Throughout her reporting, Larissa has uncovered a local animal dumping ground in Arizona, introduced the world to issues plaguing Central California shelters, and highlighted the importance of helping senior dogs in San Diego. more |
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The Best Therapy Dogs RevealedCategory: Breeds
Just as many breeds wouldn’t cut it as service dogs, not every pup is meant to be a therapy dog. “Therapy dogs are dogs who go with their owners to volunteer in settings such as schools, hospitals, and nursing homes,” says American Kennel Club (AKC) Family Dog Director Mary Burch. “From working with a child who is learning to read to visiting a senior in assisted living, therapy dogs and their owners work together as a team to improve the lives of other people.” more |
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How to Care for Your Aging DogCategory: Health
Pets are more than just our companions—they are a part of the family. As your pet ages, it is important to consult your veterinarian for help providing the proper care for your senior pet’s changing needs. more |
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CBD and Your DogCategory: Health
Short for Cannabidiol, CBD is an active ingredient in cannabis derived from the hemp plant, though it does not cause a high and is not addictive. Toted a miracle worker, CBD has been said to do everything from diminishing pain to fighting cancer. But how much is truth, how much is hype, and most importantly, could it help your dog? We asked Dr. Katherine Kramer, a veterinarian at VCA-Canada Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital, for the low down on the use of CBD in veterinary practice. more |
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The Sweet Smell of Something Other Than Wet DogCategory: Dog Life
During a recent trip to Los Angeles to attend FOX’s Cause for Paws event, we stayed at the Sofitel Beverly Hills and every time we walked into the lobby, it smelled amazing. Finally, we asked the concierge, “What is that delightful scent?” The answer was an Air Aroma diffuser circulating a fig fragrance. more |
