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Feline Sense Series: A Matter of Taste

This is to test the home page DL section - Don't forget to feed your cats!
Feline Sense Series: Nosing Around

For the felis catus - the scientific name for domesticated or house cats - all of the feline senses are rather acute, but their sense of smell is perhaps its main source for identifying individuals, objects and prey in its surroundings. Read on to learn more about how your cat's sense of smell impacts their day to day world.
Feline Sense Series: Anatomy of a Cat Eye

It's a myth that cats can see in complete darkness. The part of the feline's retina called the "tapetum lucidum," acts like a reflector in the eye and bounces light to the back of the retina, thus the appearance of "glowing" eyes which a cat exhibits at night when their eyes are struck with a beam of light, such as car headlights.
Is It Time to Say Goodbye?

Living with a pet can be wonderful - except for the fact that generally we live longer than our canine companions do. That, plus our ability to end our pets' suffering through humane euthanasia, puts enormous power into our hands: the power of life or death over our companion animals. Having that power is an enormous responsibility - a responsibility that any loving owner wants to live up to.
How to Find a Great Breeder

Mutts are great, but maybe the dog of your dreams is a purebred. Perhaps you watched Lassie on TV when you were a kid and still yearn for a gorgeous Collie. Or maybe your neighbor down the street has a breathtaking Golden Retriever who's got you longing for a big blonde dog of your own.
Rent-A-Pet: Rental Service Godsend for Busy Pet Lovers

For those who adore animals but are too busy to make a long-term commitment to a precious pet, a new service that offers part-time pet ownership may be the answer. Read on to learn more about these services that let people with little time or space spend time with a pet of their choice.
Illness Symptoms in Dogs

"Tell me where it hurts, boy." Good luck. Dogs tend to be John Wayne stoic when they're ill, and getting them to fill out a questionnaire with their symptoms just isn't going to happen. But as your dog's first line of defense against serious illness, it's your job to know him better than anyone else, and to catch it when he's telling you something's not right. He actually can tell you a lot about where it hurts--as long as you know what to look for.
Purebred Dog Rescue

Dogs, whether they're purebred or a mix of breeds, can find themselves homeless for many reasons. Most often, it's just a case of the wrong home for the right dog. People who'd vowed that they would care for their new dog for a lifetime got tired of the feeding, walking, and tending, and forgot their promise.
How to Find the Shelter Dog You'll Love

Congratulations! You've made the big decision to adopt a dog from your local animal shelter. Your new four-legged friend can bring years of love and joy to your family if - and it's a big if - you choose wisely among the dogs that are available. Read on for some tips to help ensure that the dog you select will right for you and your family.
Ways Kids Can Help Care for Pets

It's a match made in heaven: you have a child who loves to run around the yard, and a dog that loves to run around the yard. Have you ever considered that your family pet might be more than a play companion for your children? Taking responsibility for an animal is a powerful learning tool for children. Read on for ways kids can help take care of the family pet.
He'll Tell Us: A Personal Story

One man's personal story of grief. NBC News correspondent Mike Taibbi shares his touching story of the decline of his beloved pug Scoop. Read on to hear Mike's story, learn more about pets' endstage behavior and hear expert advice about the hardest part of being a pet owner.
Is your Pet in your Will?

Only 41 percent of Americans have a will or trust in place. But of those who have drafted these documents, a growing number are setting up pet trusts to ensure that the pets they have loved and nurtured as members of the family will continue to be cared for. Read on to learn more about this growing trend and what to consider when setting up a pet trust.
Cooking for Your Feline

More and more pet owners are investigating the concept of creating homecooked foods for their pets rather than buying commercial foods.
Healthy Dog Treats

The primary benefit of creating a homecooked meal for your dog is that you can control the quality of the ingredients.
Harrison Forbes Helps DeGeneres Fight Back

Now that the fur has stopped flying in the Ellen DeGeneres dog adoption fiasco, PetSide.com spoke with animal expert Harrison Forbes.
A Dog's Eye (and Ear, and Nose) View

You and your dog may live in the same world, but the world you experience is very different. That's because we have evolved to eat different things and find our food in different ways--even if today, most of our food comes from the grocery store.
Golden Years: Caring for Your Aging Pet

The day Machon Thomas's beloved rat terrier Tipsy defecated on her living room floor is one she will never forget. The two had been companions for 10 happy years and Tipsy had never had an accident. Thomas, a dog owner since childhood, knew something was wrong. "I took Tipsy to the vet and discovered she was suffering from arthritis," says the Houston-based R.N. "It was quite a shock." And it was the first sign that her beloved shelter dog was beginning to age.
Acupuncture for Pets

At first Lisa Cohen chalked up her cat Topaz's lethargy to laziness. It took a friend's intervention before she began to notice changes in his behavior. "My friend looked at Topaz and noticed his head was hanging," says Cohen. The incident spurred Cohen to schedule an appointment with her veterinarian. She was horrified to learn that Topaz's kidneys were malfunctioning.
Healthy Holiday Treats for Your Dog

Our dogs are no longer animals that spend all day and all night out in the backyard; today, our pets are family. Our dogs are our confidants; our jogging partners; and even help us feel more secure in this tumultuous world. It just makes sense that we share our holiday celebrations with them.
Tips for Living with Multiple Cats

Cats are essentially independent and territorial animals, but quite often they can enjoy the companionship of another cat. It is advisable to start with two at the same time, as introducing a new cat into an established cat's home takes extra time and care. If you think you're ready to take on the pack, there are ways to prepare for a multiple-cat household.