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It feels like ‘breathing through a straw.’ As wildfire smoke blankets Toronto, here’s what people with lung conditions are going through
10+ hour, 49+ min ago (693+ words) People with asthma, COPD and heart disease are among the most at risk in smoky conditions Helga Auyeung, owner of dogwalking service Liberty Pooch, has had breathing difficulties due to the wildfire smoke blowing into Toronto Within minutes of taking…...
Tearjerker Video Reminds Us That Spending Time With Our Dogs Is Never Lazy
12+ hour, 44+ min ago (449+ words) In today's fast-paced modern world, it can be hard to just take time to relax without feeling a little guilty about being unproductive. DougiesDashcam follows the adventures of a cute, England-based dachshund named Dougie and his dad, and this clip…...
Diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer, an owl researcher kept working till the end
7+ hour, 14+ min ago (100+ words) The Washington Post David Johnson, who has died at 69, was a leading owl scientist and conservationist. “I didn’t pick owls,” he said, “they picked me.” When he was 11, David Johnson grabbed his backpack and set out for a camping trip…...
Israel advances plan to use crocodiles at prisons holding Palestinians
7+ hour, 29+ min ago (450+ words) Israel is advancing a plan to use crocodiles at its prisons, a policy promoted by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, who was voted into office on a promise to dramatically worsen conditions for Palestinians in Israeli jails. Environmental Protection Minister…...
Free Vaccines for Dogs
1+ week, 1+ day ago (82+ words) West Point Clay County Animal Shelter hosts a drive-through community vaccine clinic from 9 a.m. to noon, offering free core vaccines — Rabies, DHPP and Bordetella — for up to 50 dogs by appointment only. Optional services include microchipping ($10), nail trims ($5) and flea and tick…...
Wildfire smoke in Illinois also affects animals and their caretakers
22+ hour, 30+ min ago (784+ words) Mike Russell regularly checks the weather before work. He’s the co-owner of J&M Dog Walking, so weather plays an important role in deciding how much time his clients spend outdoors. When Russell saw the advisory for poor air quality…...
The Blogs: From Lab to Life Can Geckos Help Us Cure Cancer?
12+ hour, 14+ min ago (307+ words) From Lab to Life Can Geckos Help Us Cure Cancer? The Times of Israel - Follow You will receive email alerts from this author. Manage alert preferences on your profile page You will no longer receive email alerts from this author....
Thurston County veteran opens new farm to provide equine therapy for military veterans and first responders
22+ hour, 45+ min ago (629+ words) Susan Cliber has always been an animal person. It’s in her DNA, passed down from her father, who instilled a passion for horses at the tender age of 2. That passion was interrupted by another — service — which led Cliber to a…...
Longmont Dog Training Expands In-Home Training Services to Meet Growing Demand
1+ day, 29+ min ago (127+ words) Wisconsin State Journal Javascript is required to use this website. People are also reading⦠- Should you run an air conditioner when there is smoke outside? - Diarrhea-causing parasite found in Wisconsin and 30 other states - TruStage insurance provider shuts down network after…...
Ninety kākāpō, including new chicks, to be vaccinated against bird flu
23+ hour ago (974+ words) The Kākāpō Recovery Programme is positive about a vaccination programme rolling out, as the deadly bird flu arrives on our shores. A seabird found on Wellington’s Petone Beach this week tested positive for the virus on Wednesday. The Department of…...