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Humane education teaches kids to be responsible, caring adults. Children who have had humane education will understand the need to treat animals with respect. The science classroom, with its emphasis on biology, is a perfect opportunity to teach this subject. How can a teacher incorporate lessons about humane treatment of animals into a science class? […]
Guard Dogs

Hokkaido Dog

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Dog Diseases

Chagas Disease in Dogs

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