Pets

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    The special needs of elderly pets

    The special needs of elderly pets

    Amigos volunteer Tony López discussed the needs of elderly dogs and cats during a lengthy interview on local television Channel 8 on November 9. Here we explore this issue. Read more


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    Indie

    Indie

    Meet, Indie, an injured puppy who wandered into an Amigos sterilization campaign. Read more


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    Firecrackers nearly banned in Guanajuato

    Firecrackers nearly banned in Guanajuato

    The state legislature has just considered regulating fireworks, but the PAN voted to preserve the tradition of using firecrackers in religious festivals. Interviewed on local television, Julia Salido discussed the harmful effects of firecrackers on humans and pets, urging pet owners to protect their animals when firecrackers are used in their neighborhoods. Read more


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    Living safely with dogs

    Living safely with dogs

    Millions of people, mostly young children, are bitten by dogs every year. The Humane Society of the United States offers recommendations to help dog owners to prevent their dogs from biting people. Read more


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    Why giving pets as holiday gifts is not necesarily a good idea

    Why giving pets as holiday gifts is not necesarily a good idea

    Acquiring a pet should be a serious commitment and not an impulsive act. Both children and parents need to be prepared to care for the animal throughout its life. Read more


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    How to avoid losing a pet

    How to avoid losing a pet

    The holidays can be a stressful time for pets. Here are steps you can take to avoid losing a pet and advice on what to do if you do lose one. Read more


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    What kind of pet is appropriate for you and your family?

    What kind of pet is appropriate for you and your family?

    On October 12, Tony López and Julia Salido gave an interview on Channel 8 about the factors to consider when deciding upon what kind of pet is appropriate for your circumstances. For your own and your pet’s welfare, it’s wise to choose a pet that is suited to your age, home, economic situation, and lifestyle. Read more


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    To buy or adopt a pet?

    To buy or adopt a pet?

    Amigos volunteers Tony López, Julia Salido, discussed the merits of adopting, as opposed to buying, a dog or cat during their interview on Channel 8 on October 26. Amigos de los Animales recommends adoption in nearly all cases, for reasons enumerated in this article. Read more


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    The things your cat needs

    The things your cat needs

    In several interviews on Channel 8’s program “Despierta Guanajuato” in August and September, Tony López and Julia Salido resumed their conversation with host Luis Camacho about cats’ needs. Read more


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    Our TV interviews on Channel 8 are now focusing on cats’ needs

    Our TV interviews on Channel 8 are now focusing on cats’ needs

    Amigos volunteers began a series of conversations on Channel 8 about the needs of cats on August 3. Read more