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American pet owners have certainly shown a penchant for dressing their pets in clothing and costumes, which begs the question: How do the dogs feel about it? It's possible that it isn't "entirely torturous" for them, but it isn't exactly comfortable psychologically. –The Book Bench
China's metropolises are changing rapidly, and one symbol of their transformation is the dog. A couple decades ago, dogs were more likely to be guards or dinner, but they are now seen as companions and as signs of upward mobility. –New York Times
An Ontario man has died after being beaten as he reportedly tried to stop the abuse of dogs in his apartment building. "He died for his love of animals, for having a good heart and being a good person," said the man's son. –Toronto Sun
Pets who are are spayed or neutered – and even puppies and kittens – have started to become hormonal. Veterinarians believe that women who are applying topical hormone creams to counter menopause symptoms are affecting their pets when the animals lick their owners. –NYTimes.com
Sixteen cockroaches helped one Michigan man set an unofficial world record on Sunday. He held the bugs in his mouth for 10 seconds, and said afterward, "I feel relieved that I don't have to do it again." –Lansing State Journal
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