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FDA: Nearly 1,000 Pets Sickened by China-Made Dog Treats

Chinese treat manufacturers deny any connection with the illnesses

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‘Rescue Knux’: New Yorker Spends $60,000 Fighting Dog Custody Battle

So far he’s spent more than $60,000 on legal fees to get the pup back, but will a heartwrenching video help recruit additional funds?

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A Dog’s Life: Uggie Is Writing A Memoir

The canine star of ‘The Artist’ is ready to bark all in his new memoir.

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Reading While Eating April 23: Bring It On

Are cats or dogs better? The Internet weighs in. Plus: breaking news in fish communication.

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Loyal Dog Braves Oncoming Traffic to Guard Fatally Injured Friend

Man’s best friend is also dog’s best friend. A black Labrador in La Puente, Calif. braved oncoming traffic to stay by her companion’s side, after the dog was hit by an oncoming motorist.

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Reading While Eating for March 9: The Future Is Now

Friday’s links take a look at robots in space and “futuristic” women.

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Backstage at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

The nation’s second-longest running sporting event will judge 2,000 canine competitors in its 136th annual event. A look at the preparations—and the playing around—backstage at New York’s Madison Square Garden.

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A Dog's Life: Uggie From The Artist Set to Retire

Many Oscar-watchers have bemoaned the fact that the adorable Jack Russell Terrier, Uggie, has not snagged a Best Supporting Actor nomination in this year’s Oscars for his role in The Artist. How they’ll react to the news that he’s calling it a day is anybody’s guess.

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Dog Eats $1000 in Cash, Only Returns $900

This dog clearly has expensive tastes.

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Every Dog Has Its Day: Occupy Denver Elects a Canine Leader

Shelby the dog promises to equally distribute smiles and tail wags among 100% of the protesters.