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Friday funnies: We're going to the dogs

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By The Times-Picayune

April 29, 2011, 2:34PM
Three looks at ways to artfully capture images of your loving pooch Full story »

Popular TV veterinarian signs his new book at PETCO Tuesday

By Sheila Stroup, The Times-Picayune

April 26, 2011, 7:38AM
Dr. Marty Becker will be signing his new book, "Your Dog: The Owner's Manual," today from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the PETCO at 3520 Veteran's Memorial Blvd. in Metairie. Becker, the veterinarian who appears as a regular guest on the "Dr. Oz Show" and "Good Morning America," will give a presentation and offer gifts, too. "Your Dog: The Owner's... Full story »

New Orleans lawyer travels the world to save disaster-struck pets

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By Katy Reckdahl, The Times-Picayune

April 25, 2011, 11:15AM
She rescues dogs left behind in Japan, many contaminated with radiation Full story »

Humane Society of Louisiana to form West St. James Chapter

By The Times-Picayune

April 22, 2011, 1:02PM
The East St. James chapter of the Humane Society of Louisiana will hold an organizational meeting in Vacherie on Monday to form a new chapter on the west bank of St. James Parish. Anyone interested in joining the expansion chapter as an officer, a cruetly investigator, volunteer or member should attend the 6 p.m. meeting at the 6th District... Full story »
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Beware the Easter bunny; he may not be an easy pet

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By The Associated Press

April 19, 2011, 3:00PM
Turns out, cute little bunnies can be challenging pets. Full story »

Saddlebred horses offer a riding thrill in Audubon Park

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By Contributing writer, The Times-Picayune

April 17, 2011, 1:00PM
There's almost a spiritual bond that forms between horse and rider, woman says Full story »

LA/SPCA advises care when you're approached by unfamiliar dog

By Ann Nungesser, Animal Adviser columnist

April 17, 2011, 7:04AM
The Louisiana SPCA reports that children under 10 and the elderly are most often the victim of serious dog attacks. Full story »
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Chickens turning West Bank backyards into barnyards

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By Kari Dequine, Times Picayune

April 17, 2011, 5:46AM
All ordinances can be viewed at municode.com, and should be carefully reviewed before considering adding fowl to the family  Full story »
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New Orleans police wait to learn cause of K-9 dog's death

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By Laura Maggi, The Times-Picayune

April 15, 2011, 9:00PM
Begy, a German shepherd, fell ill during daily walk in City Park  Full story »

Low-cost rabies drive comes back to Orleans and Jefferson parishes on Sunday

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By The Times-Picayune

April 15, 2011, 6:13PM
Dogs and cats must be 12 weeks or older. Full story »

Researchers study dolphins to determine possible effects of oil spill

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By Mark Schleifstein, The Times-Picayune

April 15, 2011, 8:00AM
Three distinct stranding events date back to February 2010, before the Deepwater Horizon explosion Full story »

Father, son plead guilty to alligator-hunting violations

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By The Associated Press

April 14, 2011, 6:28PM
They led hunters into areas where they were not authorized to operate Full story »

Video of cat playing with dolphins latest YouTube sensation

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By Lauren Wilbert List, NOLA.com Community Producer

April 13, 2011, 4:34PM
Nearly 2.5 million views. Check out the video below to see what all the fuss is about. Full story »

12 at 12: Fort Sumter, the Catholic Mass and Drew Brees in today's headlines

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By The Times-Picayune

April 12, 2011, 11:55AM
1. The Catholic Mass is going back to its Latin roots, something sure to make traditionalists happy but not without its critics. 2. A Google guru talks about innovation in American business and higher education to spur new technologies but cautions that we should continue attracting talent from abroad. 3. On the 150th anniversary of the start of the... Full story »

Feral chickens have proliferated in New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina

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By Katy Reckdahl, The Times-Picayune

April 11, 2011, 8:00AM
Despite a few gripes, neighbors seem fond of the feathery emblems of home and hope  Full story »
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