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Pet of the Week: Sunnie, Jasper

Pet of the Week

Meet two adorable animals up for adoption in this week's "Pet of the Week."

05/19/2012 06:41 PM

Pet of the Week: Cinnamon, Popcorn

Meet a cuddly companion and a big-loving lap cat looking to find a home.

Pet Pointers: Fat cats

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Obesity in cats can lead to health problems like arthritis and diabetes. Your feline friend may need to trim down a bit. Learn more in this edition of Pet Pointers.

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05/15/2012 10:31 AM

Pet Pointers: ASPCA pet adoption survey

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The national ASPCA recently conducted a study of adoptions to find out what factors are important to people when choosing a pet.

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05/08/2012 01:00 PM

Pet of the Week: Bogart, Bruno

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Meet two adorable animals up for adoption in this edition of "Pet of the Week."

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Pet of the Week: </em></span>Bogart, Bruno

05/05/2012 01:06 PM

From early spring through fall, dogs compete in over 15,000 AKC accredited regional dog show events across the country. In these competitions, they earn points they hope will garner them an invitation to Westminster in February. Learn more about dog shows in this edition of Pet Pointers.

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05/01/2012 09:20 AM

Pet of the Week: Matches

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In this "Pet of the Week," meet Matches, an adorable and shy Shetland mix.

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04/28/2012 07:12 PM

Pet Pointers: Basset hounds

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They are known for their noses, but basset hounds are also loyal and lovable with a fascinating history that dates back centuries. In this edition of Pet Pointers, Lisa Chelenza takes a closer look at the basset hound.

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04/24/2012 03:14 PM

Bat-filled cave now open for public adventure

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Many may not know the Texas Hill Country is home to the largest bat colony in the world. At night, thousands of Mexican Free-Tailed Bats come out to feed on the area’s vast insects before escaping the morning sun in Bracken Cave, which is now open to the public.

Bat-filled cave now open for public adventure

04/24/2012 03:05 PM

Pet of the Week: Lou Lou, Diane

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Meet two adorable animals up for adoption in this edition of "Pet of the Week."

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Pet of the Week: </em></span>Lou Lou, Diane

04/20/2012 03:30 PM

Pet Pointers: Ticks

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With a milder than usual winter behind us, scientists say tick activity is on the rise. Learn more about ticks in this edition of Pet Pointers.

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04/17/2012 08:35 AM

Pet of the Week: June Bug, Dominique

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Meet kind-hearted June Bug and Dominique, a french-speaking cat, in this "Pet of the Week."

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04/14/2012 11:56 AM

Pet Pointers: Raising chickens

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Cute little Easter chicks eventually turn into full grown chickens. Many people think about having a few chickens, but what is it really like to care for a flock of your own? YNN’s Lisa Chelenza has more in this edition of “Pet Pointers.”

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04/10/2012 11:26 AM

Texas Tortoise not up for grabs

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This summer you'll likely see a Texas Tortoise or two on the side of the road.They might look like cute pets, but you shouldn't take them home. Moving a tortoise from its natural habitat carries a fine of up to $500.

04/10/2012 10:33 AM

Pet of the Week: Charlie Chappa, Jordan

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Meet Charlie Chappa, one of Austin Animal Center's friendliest and most well-trained bully-breed pups, in this "Pet of the Week."

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Pet of the Week: </em></span>Charlie Chappa, Jordan

04/07/2012 07:06 PM

Pet Pointers: Easter pet hazards

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Easter is a fun time of year, but it comes with hazards to our pets. YNN’s Lisa Chelenza looks at some Easter hazards in this edition of “Pet Pointers.”

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04/03/2012 11:37 AM

Extreme Texas weather burdening Monarch Butterflies

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Texas heat, drought and wildfires have hurt many species here in Central Texas, and now our very own state insect isn’t exactly hatching by the dozens.