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

    Wed, May 15, 2013 11:57 AM

    by Laura Moss

    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.

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  • Autism may be linked to placenta abnormalities

    Thu, Apr 25, 2013 12:10 PM by Karen Rowan, MyHealthNewsDaily

    The findings suggest behavioral interventions aimed at social and motor skill development in these children could be started right away.

  • Backyard game competition returns for 3rd year

    Thu, Apr 25, 2013 9:00 AM by Jenn Savedge

    Kids can win a $10,000 scholarship and a trip to San Diego for their backyard game ideas.

  • Working mom petitions airline for changing tables

    Wed, Apr 24, 2013 4:59 PM by Jenn Savedge

    Traveling mom Rachel Simmons asks Delta airlines to install changing tables on all flights. Will they get on board?

  • Remembering Martin Richard: How children are building peace across the globe

    Wed, Apr 24, 2013 4:52 PM by Sami Grover

    Projects like Truce 2020 in England seek to educate children about non-confrontational resolutions to conflicts to encourage a more peaceful tomorrow.

  • 10 cute, quirky commercials starring cats

    Wed, Apr 24, 2013 3:12 PM by Laura Moss

    If the Internet has taught us anything it's that people love cat videos, and it didn't take advertisers long to capitalize on our affinity for funny felines.

  • Truckers rescue pets in need of new home

    Wed, Apr 24, 2013 9:39 AM

    Video: The nonprofit Operation Roger is matching truck drivers with abandoned animals, transporting them to families that are willing to adopt.

  • Nature makes kids healthier [Infographic]

    Wed, Apr 24, 2013 6:48 AM by Jenn Savedge

    New data shows that children who regularly get outdoors are healthier than kids who don't.

  • Watch: House cat vs. leopard

    Tue, Apr 23, 2013 11:49 PM by Shea Gunther

    If you squint your eyes just a bit, there's not much difference between a house cat and a leopard. See them share the same screen here.

  • Parents share more germs with pets than with their kids

    Tue, Apr 23, 2013 4:16 PM by Megan Gannon, LiveScience

    Humans and pets share a wide variety of microbes on their skin and in their guts.

  • Girl and 14 dogs know how to have fun

    Tue, Apr 23, 2013 9:36 AM

    Video: This is what it must feel like to not have a single care in the world.

  • Does the Thundershirt really work?

    Mon, Apr 22, 2013 12:48 PM by Morieka Johnson

    We were curious about the effectiveness of this popular pet gear, so our staffers tried it out. Find out how they rate the shirt that mimics the swaddling of a baby.

  • 22 Earth Day activities for kids

    Mon, Apr 22, 2013 12:00 PM by Jenn Savedge

    Not sure how to celebrate Earth Day with your family? Here are 22 eco-savvy ideas to get you started.

  • More U.S. hospitals give pets visiting hours

    Fri, Apr 19, 2013 6:08 PM by Laura Moss

    Rush University Medical Center in Chicago recently joined dozens of other hospitals in allowing pets to visit patients' rooms.

  • 7 dog personalities and how to photograph them

    Fri, Apr 19, 2013 3:03 PM by Jaymi Heimbuch

    Here's how to make a shy pooch shine and find the sweet soul behind a steely gaze.

  • How not to get stung by bees

    Fri, Apr 19, 2013 2:38 PM by Networx.com

    These pollinators really aren't out to get you, after all.

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