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The Humane Society of the United States urges pet owners to take extra precautions this winter to ensure the safety of their companion animals. In many areas, winter is a season of bitter cold and numbing wetness and can pose serious health risks to family pets.

 The holidays are a time when friends and family come together to celebrate. This gathering of people often unites other members of the family, those of the dog and cat variety. The holidays are a wonderful time to bond with family, but during this time pet owners need to pay attention to their pet’s activities.

As tough financial times make inroads in families’ budgets, some are finding that they may have to cut ties with the furrier members of their family.

Recently, a rabid woodchuck in Waterford, Conn., scratched someone.

Kathryn Glazier and Jim Myers’ dog is taking a nap after reading The Shawnee News-Star.
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A dog waiting in a car while at a Pryor car wash slipped the vehicle into gear and drove in a loop before the car came to a stop.

Tybalt sports a new pair of “doggles,” the latest fashion rage that best-dressed pups are wearing this season.

Patches seems slightly taken aback by best friend Misti’s new lion cut.

The Animal Rescue Center of Shawnee (ARC) sponsored a Low income spay/neuter clinic Nov. 8 in Shawnee. The morning started with volunteers taking the applications and checking pets for the clinic.

We all know pets can positively benefit the well-being of the elderly. In fact, many elderly people who live alone acknowledge their pets are their reason for living.

Birds of a feather flock together in this feature on friends who raise exotic birds.

I just got a puppy as a gift. I have a friend whose puppy became an aggressive dog as it got older. Is there anything I can do to prevent this in my puppy?

Kirby takes a break and curls up in a corner. This is the pet of George and Erona Cope. Photo Provided

Lightning poses for a photo. This is the pet of George and Erona Cope. Photo Provided

Miss Kitty contemplates on when is the right time to pounce. She is the pet of George and Erona Cope. Photo Provided

There are other war heroes besides dogs. During the Chinese Civil War in 1949, Simon, a cat, was credited with helping save the lives of British Royal Naval Officers. During a 101-day siege, Simon was the mascot cat on board the HMS Amethyst, and he protected the food storage areas from the rats aboard the ship, keeping it free from infection.

Sweet treats and family meals are a hallmark of the holidays, but for many of our furry friends, these same indulgences can be dangerous.Dr. Mark Stickney, Director of General Surgery Services at the Texas A University College of Veterinary Medicine Biomedical Sciences, tells us how we can keep our pets safe while enjoying the holiday season.