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Ex-general becomes cat-loving grandpa in bid to run Indonesia

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JAKARTA, Indonesia — The odds have never looked better for Prabowo Subianto to win Indonesia’s highest office.

A former military general, Prabowo was dismissed for alleged human rights abuses, exiled in Jordan, then banned from the U.S. for two decades. He’s temperamental, volatile and known for pounding tables and fiery nationalist ...Read more

WATCH: Firefighters rescue dog from frozen Illinois pond

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(UPI) Firefighters in Illinois donned protective gear and broke through the ice of a frozen pond to rescue a stranded dog.

Long Grove Fire Protection District firefighters said they responded to an icy pond off Route 53 to rescue a 120-pound great pyrenees named Belle who fell through the ice.

Roseanne Stavro, Belle's owner, said she found her...Read more

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Is my new dog, who loves the TV but not the leash, a healthy addition or a home wrecker?

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If you believe all the hype, having a dog can contribute to healthy aging.

"They boost quality of life," according to an AARP article titled "10 reasons to get a dog when you're over 50."

"Dog ownership is associated with better cardiovascular health, decreased loneliness and lowered likelihood of depression," Psychology Today says, and a ...Read more

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Is my new dog, who loves the TV but not the leash, a healthy addition or a home wrecker?

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If you believe all the hype, having a dog can contribute to healthy aging.

"They boost quality of life," according to an AARP article titled "10 reasons to get a dog when you're over 50."

"Dog ownership is associated with better cardiovascular health, decreased loneliness and lowered likelihood of depression," Psychology Today says, and a ...Read more

How the pandemic affected separation anxiety in dogs and humans

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Each day, millions of dogs greet their returning owners with tails wagging as though they've been separated for an eternity. But behind approximately every four or six of those happy faces lie the hallmarks of separation anxiety: chewed-up belongings, scratched doors and windows, and accidents.

As pet owners return to the office following the...Read more

WATCH: Dog rescued from shipping container in Texas

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(UPI) A team of U.S. Coast Guard marine inspectors ended up coming to the rescue of a dog who was trapped inside a shipping container for at least a week.

Coast Guard Sector Houston-Galveston said Marine Science Technicians Bryan Wainscott, Lucas Loe, Ryan McMahon and Jose Reyes were in the process of randomly selecting shipping containers for ...Read more

Health research benefits both ends of the leash

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The bond between humans and dogs has always been strong. In recent years, this bond has only grown stronger as dogs have become beloved members of the family – sharing our homes, hobbies and furniture.

But do you know that they also share many of the same health concerns as us? From cancer to infectious disease to toxin exposure and more, ...Read more

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A record number of Californians are visiting emergency rooms for dog bites

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Those pandemic puppies are growing up to be a public health concern.

The latest California data shows increased rates of emergency room visits, hospitalizations, and deaths from dog bites, with new records set after COVID lockdowns. In 2022, there were 48,596 ER visits for dog bites in California, or 125 visits per 100,000 residents, a 70% ...Read more

How to keep your dog safe and comfortable in the cold weather

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Hot-weather safety dangers get a lot of attention in the media and rightly so, but we know that cold, frigid temperatures are brutal and can be just as dangerous to dogs. Even when dogs appear to be having a wonderful time playing in the snow, owners need to watch them carefully and limit time outside. If you need to wear a big warm coat to ...Read more

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Pennsylvania is the fat dog capital of America

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PHILADELPHIA — Ralphie fell in love with lobster at first bite. Steak too.

But the pounds started creeping up. And up. In time, Ralphie’s doctor confirmed what his family already knew: At 30% overweight, the time had come for the South Philly Bullmastiff to go on a serious doggie diet.

In the Keystone State, Ralphie is far from alone.

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Runaway parrot reunites with owner, canine best friend

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(UPI) A singing parrot found wandering loose on the streets of England has been reunited with his owner -- and his canine best friend.

The RSPCA said the cockatiel was found lost on a street in the Kearsley area of Bolton, near Manchester, sparking a search for his owner.

The group said the talkative bird, named Ernie, has now being reunited ...Read more

Older Americans lead the nation in pet spending, but not by much

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The typical American household spent $741 on their pets in 2022—up from about $583 in 2013 (adjusted for inflation).

Millennials may be known as the generation adopting pets rather than having kids, but recent data shows their actual expenditures on fur babies were slightly outpaced by older age groups. An eTailPet analysis of the 2022 ...Read more

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This dog is a fashion plate, fur real

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Our granddog wears a hoodie. I can't believe I just wrote that. The part about having a granddog. And the part about a hoodie.

Our daughter and family treat their new dog like family, which every family in the history of time has done and is also why the dog got a new hoodie for winter.

The hoodie is of pale pink sweatshirt material and even ...Read more

Dog helps rescue Michigan man who fell through ice into lake

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(UPI) A Michigan man who fell through the ice into a frigid lake can thank the efforts of his obedient dog for his successful rescue, Michigan State Police said.

The MSP said in a news release that Motor Carrier Officer Kammeron Bennetts responded to a call reporting a 65-year-old Traverse City man had fallen through the ice into Arbutus Lake ...Read more

Raising a well-rounded canine

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One of the most important parts of responsible dog ownership is knowing that your dog is well behaved and comfortable around others. Socialization should start early on, as it can set up your pup to be confident throughout life.

The American Kennel Club suggests the following tips for owners when socializing their puppies.

Don’t do too ...Read more

Stowaway cat takes 800-mile journey under hood of moving van

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(UPI) A cat who went missing from her owner's home turned out to have gone for an 800-mile road trip across England and Wales in the engine compartment of a moving van.

Laura Teale said her family's 8-year-old Siamese cat, Jasmine, failed to return home for dinner at her Weston-super-Mare home on the same day that her neighbors moved to ...Read more

Finding the perfect purebred pup

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When searching for a canine companion, choosing a purebred dog is just one of the many decisions to be made. There are plenty of reasons to choose a purebred such as predictability, training, socialization and expert care.

Once you have made the decision to purchase a purebred dog and determined what breed is right for you and your family, ...Read more

Deputy rescues bobcat in Florida

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(UPI) A Florida sheriff's deputy on patrol ended up loading a bobcat into his patrol car when the wild animal appeared to be injured.

The Lee County Sheriff's Office shared photos of the deputy lifting the bobcat and loading it into his patrol vehicle in Precinct 4.

The deputy took the bobcat to Blue Pearl Animal Hospital.

The sheriff's ...Read more

Lion cub sneaks up on sleeping dad

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(UPI) Ebenezer Rhode, a guide at the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, captured this adorable sighting on camera and shared the story with LatestSightings.com.

Rhode set out with his guests in search of the resident lion pride. Unfortunately, with all the rain the bush is very dense and they were not able to see the entire pride. However, the dominant ...Read more