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Porkchop's Tragic Death at Shelter Inspires Petition for Reform

Porkchop got out of his house on January 10 and was killed at the shelter that day, one minute after intake. His guardian hopes that Porkchop's tragic story can inspire reform. Read more

I Was Born Today

A newborn kitten is introduced to the world, gently cradled in caring hands. Read more

A thoughtful, touching and compassionate story of two cat lovers, one a rescuer and one a hoarder. Liz Shaw befriended a woman during the battle she would lose to breast cancer, and has devoted herself to the care and rehoming of her friend's cats. Read more

Smitty, Cat Missing Hind Legs, Gets Help and a Home

Smitty is a former stray who is getting help from a rescue group and a caring veterinary practice after being found with his hind legs severed, perhaps by a trap meant for a coyote. Read more

Dachshund Adopts Abandoned Litter of Kittens

A little dog has adopted a litter of kittens whose Mama gave birth on a family's porch and then abandoned her babies. Read more

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Ask the Feline Behavior Specialist: Kitty Dislikes Cats and Vet, Cat Upset by Dog

April 18, 2013 | Posted by Alana Stevenson in Behavior, From the Feline Behaviorist No comments

Alana Stevenson, Feline Behavior Specialist, answers questions from Life with Cats readers. Read more

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Proof That Cats Are Better Than Dogs

September 20, 2012 | Posted by Editor in Cute Cat Videos, Funny Cat Videos, Video No comments

Science answers the age old question for once and for all. Read more

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Massachusetts Enacts Landmark Animal Welfare Law With Protections For the State's Pets

August 3, 2012 | Posted by Editor in Advocacy, News One comment

The new law, An Act Further Regulating Animal Control, provides important enhancements and protections for the state’s stray and owned companion animals and their people. Read more

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Kitten Adopted by Family's Dobermans

July 9, 2012 | Posted by Editor in Cute Cat Videos, Video 2 comments

A ginger kitten was found and adopted by a family’s dogs, and is growing up as one of the pack. Read more

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Talking To The Cat

June 21, 2012 | Posted by Editor in Lifestyle, News One comment

Do you chat with your pets for over an hour a day? Do you confide in your cats? Do you rehearse speeches in front of the dog? You are not alone.
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