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Should Your Dog Wear a Yellow Ribbon?

Joy Larson — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 12:55:25 +0000

In past years yellow ribbons were used to commemorate soldiers away at war and could be seen on almost every street. They were tied to trees, fences, mailboxes and even cars. However, today that yellow ribbon has a new meaning. Yes, thanks to The Yellow Dog Project, you can now see yellow ribbons tied to dog leashes all across the United States.

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You Are More Likely to Find People With Pets in This State — Can You Guess?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 15:04:18 +0000

Americans love their pets, but there's one state that may love them just a little bit more than the rest of us.

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National Pet Adoption Event Comes to Missoula

Nikki — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 05:11:00 +0000

If you are thinking of adding a fluffy little kitty or a cuddly little puppy to your family, then you need to visit Petsmart this weekend for their annual adoption event. Not only will the Missoula Animal Control have pets available for adoption, but you will also see animals from numerous area shelters and rescues, including the Western Montana Humane Society

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Do Pets Make Kids Smarter?

Jeremy Taylor — Sat, 21 Jul 2012 11:55:29 +0000

If you have or are thinking of having kids, it might be a good idea to also add a pet to the equation. That’s because last month a study found that babies who grow up in households with pets are healthier than their pet-less counterparts. And now a survey of children suggests that having a furry friend is one of the keys to academic success.

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Texas Dog Fetches Guinness Record for Largest Eyes

Mithun Divakaran — Wed, 30 May 2012 14:51:28 +0000

While most of our pets make us go “awww” with their innocent eyes, this dog on the other hand may freak you out a bit. Meet four-year-old Boston Terrier, Bruschi, who has just been given the Guinness World Record for “dog with the largest eyes” — an eye-popping 1.1 inches in diameter.

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Does Doggy Poo On Your Lawn Annoy You?

Angel — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:33:10 +0000

Share your opinions on lawn pies in Missoula.

Could Your Pet be Famous

Joy Larson — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 03:31:51 +0000

Is your pet cute enough to be in a calendar?

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Let's Get Missy Adopted

shawnabatt — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:16:44 +0000

Lora O’Conner the director of the Humane Society of Western Montana shared this story with me. This is Missy. She has been at the shelter for over a year now. She has her own Facebook page (Let’s Get Missy Adopted). The staff at the Humane Society even wear shirts each Friday with a picture of [...]

5 Pets That Love to Gamble [VIDEOS]

Stephen Lenz — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 03:00:59 +0000

For most people, Dogs Playing Poker is their favorite piece of artwork of all time. It’s funny to think then that so few have actually ever seen Fido ante up for a couple of hands or throw down on the nickel slots. Well just because you haven’t seen it, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist.

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