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The domestication of dogs was a great step forward for humankind, and a new genetic study reported in Nature Communications (May 14, 2013) suggests that it may have happened about 17,000 years earlier than previously believed at 15,000 years. Or maybe it was even earlier. In any case, it was a long time in human or dog years, but though the... MORE DAILY FETCH

Bringing A Cat Home
4 Ways Your New Cat Could End Up Homeless
by Steve DaleYour newly adopted cat may seem like he’ll be with you forever, but these four far-too-common issues could get in the way. Find out four surprising ways any cat could end up homeless and what you can do today to prevent it.

Dog Breeds
All About German Shepherds
Love German Shepherds -- like Layla (left) -- or want to learn more before adopting one? Get the history, temperament and other facts about these great dogs, including how to adopt one near you!
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Dog Adoption
Five Questions to Ask Before Adopting a Pit Bull
by PetfinderThinking of adopting a dog? Consider a Pit Bull! Learn about what you need to know before adopting these wonderful dogs and what questions to ask the shelter.

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