Columbus, OH

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Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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Thomas Smith

Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

Owning a pet is a lifelong commitment, or at least, it should be. It’s disheartening to think that some families might abandon their faithful companions in their old age, or worse, leave them to fend for themselves on the streets. I mean, who has the heart to do such...

Heartbroken Cat Left At Shelter By Her Family After 22 Years Of Loyalty And Love

I believe most of you have heard of, or even watched, the movie called Hachiko… I barely even saw the movie considering how much I cried. The movie is about an Akita Inu dog who goes to the train station every day, waiting for his owner’s return from work. However, the harsh truth was that the owner had passed away.

Heartbroken Cat Abandoned By Her Human Desperately Waits For His Return

New Mexico State

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Eminem, with his new album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce), has come under fire for including lyrics that reference the tragic shooting incident involving Alec Baldwin on the set of the movie Rust, RadarOnline.com has learned. In one of the Detroit rapper's new tracks, titled Fuel, Eminem raps about the killing, stating: "But it's in a holster, I proceed to bust it/ F--- around and get popped like Halyna Hutchins."Fans and critics alike took to social media to express their outrage over the insensitivity of the lyrics, especially considering Baldwin's ongoing trial.Baldwin, who is currently on trial...

'This Just Feels Gross': Eminem Faces Backlash for New Song Mocking the Accidental Deadly Shooting on the Set of 'Rust'

Any animal lover wouldn’t hesitate to lend a paw to a furry friend in need. Imagine the sight of a cat surrounded by what appears to be a pool of blood – that’s enough to tug at anyone’s heartstrings. Even if I’m running late for work...

Passerby Horrified To Discover A Ginger Cat Lying In Pool Of Blood

Even as a veterinarian, I sometimes shrug off the occasional vomit from my cats so long as it contains a hairball. But when the vomit is clear with barely anything in it, I get a bit more worried!. It can be hard for pet parents to know if a cat...

Cat Vomiting Clear Liquid: What to Do

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The love for animals generally brings with it a strong sense of compassion, companionship, and a need to care for all things natural. In your birth chart, caring for animals falls with your moon sign in the 6th house, ruled by Venus and Mercury.

3 Zodiac Signs That Most Love Animals

Allergies are not only unpleasant to deal with, but they’re incredibly frustrating, too. If you want nothing more than a pet cat but are allergic to them, you know exactly what we’re talking about. Having a cat allergy means you may deal with mild sneezing and itching when around them, or if your allergies are severe, it can mean having a tight chest and difficulty breathing. In the worst cases, going into anaphylactic shock is a possibility.

I’m Allergic to Cats But Want a Cat: 10 Vet Approved Tips On What to Do

I am always saddened when we get a call at the shelter about an abandoned animal, but I’m also glad that I can help. In this story, a rescue center worker thanked the people who called them and did their best to rescue this cat. Valentino was left on...

Orange Cat Found On The Street In Rough Shape Rewards Her Rescuer With Million Kisses

Alameda County, CA

Alameda Post

There’s a saying that goes: “To judge a place, look at the stray cats. If they are friendly, bold, and relaxed, you know it is a good town with good people.”. Alamedans have a complicated relationship with local stray cats. While some residents stop to coo and take pictures of the colonies scattered throughout the island, others take to Facebook to lament the unowned cats who tease their dogs and tear up their gardens. Merry Bates, Board President of Island Cat Resources and Adoption ( ICRA ), spoke to the Alameda Post about best practices for interacting with and living alongside these animals.

Alameda’s Feral Cats

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Shin

Indoor cats can enjoy a rich and fulfilling life when provided with a range of stimulating experiences. Key factors include engaging in natural behaviors, feeling secure in their environment, and utilizing their full sensory capabilities, particularly their sense of smell.

Sniffing Catnip: Harmless Fun or Potential Danger for Cats?

Sometimes referred to as making biscuits, kneading is a peculiar behavior in cats. The feline extends out their paws and draws their digits back and forth as if they were a baker kneading bread. They do it on many different surfaces, but usually those that are soft and give some resistance. These can be their bed, blankets or even the belly of their guardian, although some stomachs may be softer than others. This curious behavior is not something which should alarm us and many of us find it quite endearing, as long as they don't use their claws too much. Although many of us enjoy the bonding experience it can provide, we don't necessarily know why cats knead our belly.

Why Does My Cat Knead My Stomach?

In Istanbul, Turkey, a concerned mother cat brought her kitten to a hospital for help. Unfortunately, it was a human hospital's emergency room, not a vet, but fortunately, medics helped the poor cat and kitten anyway. Tweets and photos from Merve Özcan went totally viral. In the photos, you can...

A mother cat brought her sick kitten to a human hospital for help

It is not uncommon for dumpster divers to find useful items in trash bins. In fact, there is a whole Reddit community dedicated to the dumpster diving. Now, a recent post in the r/DumpsterDiving subreddit is making waves after a diver salvaged an absurd amount of hand soap, bodywash, sanitizer, and other items from the trash.

Passerby discovers absurd amount of premium items in dumpster outside store: 'I'm angry that companies waste so much'

Athens, GA

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A 19-year-old Lawrenceville man is in custody after allegedly kidnapping and sexually assaulting a minor, according to a news release from the Athens-Clarke County Police Department.

Teen arrested for kidnapping and molestation after Athens hit-and-runs

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

Many cat breeds temperaments may differ, but felines funny personalities and independent nature are what draw people in and make them some of the most popular pets among families everywhere. It’s hard to resist them, especially when they’re babies. Walking into a pet store that has them is even worse because you’ll be tempted to bring one home.

Which Cat Breeds Are the Meanest?

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Bobcat Fever (Cytauxzoonosis) in Cats

Bobcat fever in cats (aka Cytauxzoonosis) is a rare infectious disease that is often fatal for cats. It is spread by the bite of an infected...

Bobcat Fever (Cytauxzoonosis) in Cats

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