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Pets

 
Pets — some of life's greatest sources of joy, love and, at times, frustration — can add up to a large carbon [paw]print. Since the pet products market has expanded from collars, food and litter to apparel, accessories, baked goods, fitness classes and much more, the impact pets have on the environment has grown. Become a green pet owner with MNN's tips and ideas in the articles below. (Photo: Flickr)

Articles about Pets

  • Colorado adopts shelter dogs and cats as new 'state pet'

    Thu, May 16 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Shelter dogs and cats now hold the elevated title of 'State Pet' in the Centennial State.

  • A cat named 'Pretzel': Kitten's recovery inspires Facebook fans

    Wed, May 15 2013 at 11:57 AM

    She got her name because of her twisted hind legs, but that doesn't slow her down. The kitten is undergoing multiple surgeries so she can get back on her feet.

  • Dogs and humans evolved together

    Wed, May 15 2013 at 10:17 AM

    Some studies show that the wild dogs of South China may have been the first domesticated canines.

  • How 2 determined sisters set up a pet rescue pipeline to Colorado

    Tue, May 14 2013 at 3:30 PM

    Colorado didn't have enough rescue animals that needed homes while Georgia had too many, so these two sisters decided to fix the imbalance.

  • Animal acupuncture brings relief to pets and humans [Photos]

    Mon, May 13 2013 at 12:04 PM

    This ancient Chinese practice is gaining popularity among pet owners trying to manage their pet's chronic pain or to promote joint health.

  • The dog poem that made Johnny Carson cry

    Fri, May 10 2013 at 12:56 PM

    Plucked from the TV archives: Watch as actor Jimmy Stewart shares a poem about his beloved dog, Beau.

  • 8 crazy things to buy your pet chicken

    Thu, May 09 2013 at 5:09 PM

    From hen diapers to a fowl palace, the chicken craze has spawned a zany cottage industry.

  • Pets may curb heart disease risk

    Thu, May 09 2013 at 4:30 PM

    Studies have found that people with pets tend to have lower blood pressure and are less likely to have hypertension than those who don't own a pet.

  • Kevin Spacey adopts dog, names her 'Boston' in honor of the city

    Thu, May 09 2013 at 2:48 PM

    'House of Cards' actor adopted the little mutt from the North Shore Animal League.

  • Frankenkitties: House cats bred with wild animals sell for $35,000

    Thu, May 09 2013 at 2:41 PM

    The homemade hybrids are a luxury for some, a concern for others.

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