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Johnny Weir and husband Victor Voronov's recently adopted dog, Tyoma, is not allowed to share the bed with the couple, who prefer not to be naked in front of their pet. "It's like my child. It shouldn't see that," said Voronov. –Vanity Fair
A Florida woman's dog with an incredible sense of smell is to credit for sniffing out her breast cancer, when she climbed on top of her owner's chest and started barking. The early detection probably saved Lisa Hillje's life. "She is the sweetest daughter," Hillje said of dog Lexie. –Sarasota Herald Tribune
Despite a Maryland court's recent ruling, science shows that pit bulls are not "inherently dangerous," though aggressive behavior can sometimes be passed down in dogs that are bred for fighting. "Dogs of any breed that are truly strong and aggressive can be managed," said veterinarian Jennifer Scarlett. –Discovery News
Pets are becoming more and more common at senior centers at the request of patients, and studies that show the positive effects an animal can have on one's health. –AP
An 8-week-old kitten that was thrown from a moving car has found a new home with a Michigan couple, Haas and Niel Rishoi, who witnessed the incident. "We are elated that we were able to save her, but I don't think we'll ever get over the inhumanity done to this little creature," said Rioshi, who named the cat Dora. –ABC Detroit
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