FDA slams Novartis, maker of Deramaxx, pet arthritis drug DC [CNN Money] (If your dog is on Deramaxx, it may be wise to ask your vet if it is at risk for serious side effects. ) Deramaxx is a 'Cox-2 inhibitor', and in the same class as Vioxx, a drug recently withdrawn from the market after being linked with heart problems in those taking it....

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'In all cases, the reason why dogs develop issues is they're lacking exercise or leadership [from their human companions]...

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I have 49 Gmail invites to give away!If you are a non-profit animal rescue group or an individual volunteering to help others, a Gmail account may be very valuable to your work. Gmail accounts are free! Just write: First come, first served... Related : Gmail Tips: The Complete Collection [via Jenett Radio...

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Craig's List in DC has a pet section!...

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(Amendment: Hedgeville Hounds won't be able to foster ChuCho after, due to the fact that he can dig under fences. He still needs a foster home and preferably, one that will keep him as an indoor dog and not one which...

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Thank you to everyone who has ever helped to place abandoned pets in new homes . Our own dog was once a homeless dog and would have been put down, had it not been for a selfless couple who took him in for three months as a foster. We treasure him and he is now a successful therapy dog who visits people and cheers them up in ways that no human can; this is his fifth year of service and he still relishes his work. My once homeless dog...

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Maryland's unequal assault law values dogs over police officers...

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