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• cbslocal.com3 hour(s) ago
• Patio Cocktail Recipe: Obvious Garden
• Jester Concepts shared this Patio Cocktail recipe with WCCO Mid-Morning viewers. Cocktail – “Obvious Garden” 1.5 oz Basil Infused Gin .75 oz Earl Giles Orgeat 1 oz Seedlip Garden .75 oz Fresh squeezed Lime juice (or Super Juice alternative) 1. Shake with Ice and strain 2. Basil salt garnish 3. Small rocks glass
• the-sun.com6 hour(s) ago
• Incredible moment topless breastfeeding mum tackles EAGLE after bird swoops & grabs pet – all while holding baby
• THIS is the incredible moment a mum tackled a bald eagle topless after the bird swooped in to steal her pet - all while holding her baby. Cait Oakley, 31, sprang straight into mama bear mode after hearing the cries of her beloved goose Frankie. 4The incredible moment Cait Oakley rescued her goose was captured on CCTV 4Frankie had begun honking before a bald eagle swooped in to snatch her But the mum-of-three from Vancouver, Canada, was breastfeeding her four-month-old daughter Willow at the time, wearing only her underwear....
• the-sun.com16 hour(s) ago
• Missouri tornado warning – Shelter in place issued at airport near St Louis with ‘trees down and flooding’ near Rolla
• A TORNADO has been confirmed in Missouri by the National Weather Service. The tornado was located near Ladue and is moving north as St Louis and St Charles are currently under severe weather warnings. 1A tornado has been confirmed in MissouriCredit: Twitter Already residents are reporting downed trees as the storm moves through the state. People are being told to shelter in place at the St Louis Lambert International Airport due to the inclement weather. Large clouds could be seen forming in photos on social media. Most read in NewsFATAL...
• allongeorgia.com17 hour(s) ago
• Adoptable Pet of the Week: Tanner
• Meet Tanner! Tanner is an adorable boy that is approximately 2 years old and 53 lbs. He is up-to-date on vaccinations, including rabies, and has been neutered. He is also heartworm negative. He is a happy and playful guy, looking for a forever family.   Tanner is available for adoption at the Bulloch County Animal Shelter. If you are interested in meeting him in person, contact the shelter at 912-764-4529 to make an appointment! Supplies are always needed to...
• the-sun.com21 hour(s) ago
• I love the name I picked for my baby boy but people say it sounds like a pet dog or someone from Mamma Mia, I’m gutted
• A MUM sort help with her baby name as she picked a unique moniker for her newborn... and people werent impressed. Some suggested it suited a dog better while others thought it was a character from Abba musical Mamma Mia. 1The parent asked if Sky would be a good name for their baby boyCredit: Getty The mum asked whether she could use the name Sky or Skylar for a boy and people had strong opinions. Responding on Mumsnet, one person said: Technically yes, is it advisable? Absolutely not. Another said:...
• the-sun.com21 hour(s) ago
• Can you spot the playful cat hiding in plain sight? Cheeky pet lurks near hardware tools in a very obvious spot
• A CHEEKY cat has hidden herself among these chainsaws in the hardware store. The mischievous moggy has taken a fancy to the spot on the shelf – but can you spot her? 4Can you spot where Emma is?Credit: eastbayhardware/Twitter The owners of East Bay Hardware in Charleston, South Carolina tweeted a picture of their store saying they “carry gas and battery operated…products and accessories”. “We also have a hidden Emma,” they said but left people to guess where she’s hiding. The picture has sent Twitter crazy and racked up more...
• thedailybeast.com21 hour(s) ago
• The Pet Spider Black Market Is a Sprawling and Dangerous Web
• If you’re looking for a pet and don’t feel like dogs and cats have enough legs to go around, there’s always the option of a pet spider—available for purchase on the web with a simple click. They’re just one option in the lucrative market of exotic animals being smuggled and sold worldwide, with greater ease these days thanks to e-commerce and social media. Even video-sharing platforms like YouTube have unwittingly played a hand in normalizing exotic pets and encouraging their trade. Scientists, policymakers, and concerned citizens have all banded together...
• dailymail.co.uk22 hour(s) ago
• Seven in ten Americans say sharing a bed with their cat or dog improves their sleep, survey finds
• Snuggling up with a cat or dog at night could really improve your sleep, a survey suggests.  British pollster OnePoll quizzed 2,000 American pet owners and found seven in ten felt sharing a bed with their favorite animal helped them sleep at night. Half even said that being near their cat or dog reduced their stress and anxiety. Previous studies suggest that sharing a bed with pets leads people to feel more comfortable and secure in bed. It could also improve their mental health. Doctors advise seven to nine hours...
• mercurynews.com1 day(s) ago
• Critter Corner: How to help your pet live the best possible life near the end
• Dear Critter Corner:  My senior cat Titan was diagnosed with kidney disease last year that has progressed into hospice care. How can I help him live out the rest of his days in the best way possible? I’m really sorry to hear that but glad that you’re able to provide him with care during this time. Hospice care for our pets has some of the same attributes as that of caring for other loved ones in similar situations. Whether it be care and comfort that is needed or on-going medical...
• mercurynews.com1 day(s) ago
• Pet of the Week: Stella
• Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA’s Pet of the Week is Stella. Stella is a rockstar, full stop. This two-year-old spayed female Siberian Husky is magnificently cool with glacier blue eyes. Stella is easy going and loves nothing more than long leisurely walks to take in the sights and sounds. Did we mention she also has superb leash manners? As a Husky, she does like to serenade her favorite people with the renowned Husky howl, and she has the spirited energy typical of her breed. Stella’s favorite activities are mostly snuggling...
• the-sun.com2 day(s) ago
• Cheeky cat spotted hiding in a garden – but can you see the pet between the plants?
• A CHEEKY cat has been spotted hiding in a garden behind the plants. Only a few have been able to see the pet that has carefully hidden between the flower pots- can you spot it? 2A cat has stayed hidden in the gardenCredit: eastbayhardware/Twitter The smart kitty that apparently is called Max, has managed to hide near some plants. The image shows a small part of a garden, where there are plants and pots on the ground, alongside some buckets and other tools. There are also some flowers on the...
• presstories.com3 day(s) ago
• Psychological burden: owning an animal, a burden?
• One study found that pets can cause severe psychological burden during an outbreak. According to popular belief, keeping a pet improves psychological well-being. It is for this reason that many people suffering from depression or anxiety are “recommended” to get a pet. However, a new study by Catherine Amiot, a psychology professor at UQAM, proves otherwise. Of the 2,500 Canadians surveyed, the vast majority saw their pets as a “burden” during epidemics. “Pet owners reported lower psychological well-being, vitality, loneliness and life satisfaction in most indicators compared to non-owners,” the...
• the-sun.com3 day(s) ago
• I’m a professional chef and here are 2 hearty herbs that are easy to grow – even for first-time gardeners with no space
• IF you’re ready to start your own garden, you’ll want to avoid common mistakes that everyone makes when trying to get that green thumb. Gardening, while oftentimes a fun hobby, can become quite expensive if you aren’t sure what you’re doing and you may end up wasting money in the process. 2Chef Jason Jernigan says the two easiest herbs for first-time gardeners to grow are basil and mintCredit: WCVB “I talk to people all the time who say, ‘If its a plant, if it is possible to live, I will...
• cbslocal.com5 day(s) ago
• Pet Project: Most Owners Dont Spot Signs Of Depression, Anxiety In Their Pets
• PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Whether at home, school or in the workplace, research shows having a dog around can improve a person’s well-being. A new British study shows most pet owners don’t spot the signs of depression and anxiety in their four-legged friends. CBS News correspondent Tina Kraus explains in the video above. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE FOR THIS WEEK’S FEATURED PETS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION AT THE PSPCA. 
• cbslocal.com5 day(s) ago
• Rhode Island State Police K-9 Ruby featured in Netflix movie euthanized
• PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A Rhode Island dog whose inspiring story of going from shelter dog to lifesaving police K-9 became the subject of a recent Netflix movie has been euthanized. State Police said Sunday K-9 Ruby was put down Friday following a “sudden, acute, and untreatable illness.” She was 11 years old. Col. Darnell Weaver, superintendent of the state police, expressed gratitude for K-9 Ruby’s years of service. “K-9 Ruby dedicated her life to serve the citizens of Rhode Island and make a positive impact on every person she ever interacted...
• mercurynews.com5 day(s) ago
• National News | K-9 featured in Netflix’s ‘Rescued by Ruby’ euthanized
• PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A Rhode Island dog whose inspiring story of going from shelter dog to lifesaving police K-9 became the subject of a recent Netflix movie has been euthanized. State Police said Sunday K-9 Ruby was put down Friday following a “sudden, acute, and untreatable illness.” She was 11 years old. Col. Darnell Weaver, superintendent of the state police, expressed gratitude for K-9 Ruby’s years of service. “K-9 Ruby dedicated her life to serve the citizens of Rhode Island and make a positive impact on every person she...
• wtop.com5 day(s) ago
• K-9 featured in Netflixs Rescued by Ruby euthanized
• PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A Rhode Island dog whose inspiring story of going from shelter dog to lifesaving police K-9 became the subject of a recent Netflix movie has been euthanized. State Police said Sunday K-9 Ruby was put down Friday following a “sudden, acute, and untreatable illness.” She was 11 years old. Col. Darnell Weaver, superintendent of the state police, expressed gratitude for K-9 Ruby’s years of service. “K-9 Ruby dedicated her life to serve the citizens of Rhode Island and make a positive impact on...
• onegreenplanet.org5 day(s) ago
• Change Ad Consent Do not sell my data New York Senate Passes Bill To Ban Sale of Animals in Pet Stores
• The New York Senate passed a bill to ban the retail sale of animals in pet stores. The bill was a part of a comprehensive package of legislation that the state Senate advanced to fight for animal welfare. The state senators introduced seven bills that focus on animal testing, animal cruelty, animal abandonment, puppy mill sales ban, insurance discrimination for dog breeds, veterinary drug information, and African trophy imports. This bill, sponsored by Senate Deputy Leader Michael Gianaris, D-Queens, would ban the sale of animals like cats, dogs, and rabbits, in...
• wtop.com7 day(s) ago
• Benefits of socializing your dog
• This content is sponsored by Rocky Gorge Animal Hospital. Getting a new dog is always a unique experience. No matter if they are puppies or older, you and your new dog are learning each other’s behaviors and personalities. Regardless of the age of your dog, socialization is a big part of helping your pet navigate the world around them without fear or aggression. It is always better to start at an early age. Research shows that 3 – 4 months is when puppies are easiest to teach but patience is...