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10/07/2008
Doctors' bad pets list: Hamsters and lizards and turtles, oh my! (USA Today)
Warning: young children should not keep hedgehogs as pets or hamsters, baby chicks, lizards and turtles, for that matter because of risks for disease.
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10/06/2008
Exotic animals, domestic pets pose risk for children: study (AFP via Yahoo! News)
Exotic pets such lizards and more common animals like hamsters and hedgehogs pose a health risk to children and the elderly, a new study found Monday.
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10/06/2008
CDC: Non-traditional pets pose health risk (UPI)
ATLANTA, Oct. 6 (UPI) -- Many have turned to non-traditional pets because they are considered easier to care for, but these animals can pose health risks, U.S. officials say.
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10/06/2008
8 Pets That Pose Major Health Threats to Kids (US News & World Report)
New guidelines warn parents about the risks to children of exotic pets.
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10/07/2008
Exotic Pets Risky for Kids (WebMD)
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the CDC urge parents considering "nontraditional" pets to weigh the health risks those pets may pose to kids.
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10/07/2008
Doctors: No hamsters or exotic pets for young kids (The Pantagraph)
CHICAGO -- Warning: young children should not keep hedgehogs as pets - or hamsters, baby chicks, lizards and turtles, for that matter - because of risks for disease.
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10/07/2008
Woof and worship: Mass. church welcomes pious pets (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)
BC-ODD--Pious Pooches,0188 Woof and worship: Mass. church welcomes pious pets WEYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) -- The Pilgrim Congregational Church is going to the dogs, and that's just fine with the Rev. Rachel Bickford.
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10/06/2008
Exotic Pets Pose Health Risk To Children (NBC 10 Philadelphia)
Pets like hamsters, baby chicks, lizards and turtles pose health risks to children, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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10/07/2008
Community Wants To Limit No. Of Pets (WCMH Columbus)
A Central Ohio community wants to limit how many pets residents can own.
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10/06/2008
Hamsters among exotic pets that tots should avoid: U.S. group (CBC)
Young children should not have exotic animals as pets because of the risk of disease, says a U.S. pediatrician group.
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  • The American Animal Awards - Nominate individuals, organizations, and the like for outstanding service to animals. Animals are eligible for nomination in categories such as most pampered pet.
  • Animal Characters - List of books with memorable animal characters plus list of pet-related sites.
  • Animal Control Division and Shelter - A shelter in Frederick County Maryland, USA provides information on the adoption and care of dogs, cats, rabbits, and birds. Includes individual stories and photographs.
  • Animal Hubbub - Your source for pet info about dogs, cats, horses, pet pictures, and pet news.
  • AOL Pets - Connect with pet lovers and find cute pet photos, video, info and advice about all kinds of pets, from dogs and cats to hamsters and horses.
  • ASPCA Animaland - Games, cartoons, polls, stories, and pet care guides for kids.
  • Bow Wow Meow - Dog and cat names, their popularity, meanings and ratings.
  • Breeders Club - Provides listings of breeders of dogs and cats. Also offers pet merchandise, vet advice, and tips.
  • Buzzle.com: Animals and Pets - Articles and links to information on various family pets and animals.
  • CentralPets.com - Detailed information about all animals kept as pets anywhere in the world.
  • Deb's Pet Place - Tips on the care and feeding of cockatiels and gerbils, photos and links.
  • Fluffy Fables - Focused on anthrozoology, the study of human/animal bonding and interaction. News, short stories and selected readings.
  • The Furry Critter Network - Features animal classifieds including ads for rescue organizations, animal adoptions, pet adoption and pets for sale.
  • Go-Pets - A membership club for pet owners with articles, pictures, tips, and message boards about pets, discounts for members to pet supply stores and pet insurances.
  • Happypets.org - Pet care tips, stories and anecdotes.
  • Index of Famous Critters - Reference for names of animals featured on TV and in movies.
  • Love My Pets.Com - A pet lovers community with interactive features such as games, chat, electronic postcards, and online articles.
  • Names 4 Pets - Female and male names sorted as either human or fun, and a pet of the month contest.
  • NewPet.com - Resources for new and soon-to-be pet owners including choosing the right pet, care and ownership costs, discussions, safety precautions, pet adjustment, housebreaking, feeding, grooming, travel, names, photographs, and stories.
  • Pawsperous Pets - Features a place for pet lovers to celebrate their love of animals through pet stories, humor, and articles.
  • Paw-Talk.net - Chat forum for pet owners and animal lovers. Noticeboard, surveys and articles.
  • Pet Gallery - A celebration of cats, dogs, and other pets as personalities. Profiles with photographs, memorials, book store, and links.
  • Pet Guardian Angels of America - General and health articles about pets, book recommendations, and links.
  • Pet Love Shack - Includes cartoons, recipes, pictures, and information about animal care, pet welfare and shelters.
  • Pet of the Day - Features a new pet story and photo each day. Pet owners may also nominate their pet for consideration.
  • Pet Palace - Features image galleries, discussions, polls, links, health information, sound files, instant messaging and chat room.
  • The Pet Professor - Provides articles about dogs, cats, fish and birds, along with listings of kennels, pet sitters, vets, groomers, and trainers, free pictures, graphics, screen savers, and electronic postcards, and chat forums.
  • Petalia - Offers general information on pet care, along with a vet locator, ask the vet area, pet of the week, and a newsletter.
  • PetNet - Promoting responsible ownership. Includes media releases, select a pet, publications and statistics.
  • The PetWork - Lost and found listings and a directory of pet businesses, animal shelters, vets, and animal organizations.
  • Ruling Cats and Dogs - Humorous photos, stories, graphics and wallpapers; links to shelters, pet care tips.
  • Yahoo! Pets - Find a pet, watch pet videos or browse through dog and cat photos, and learn more about dog and cat health, nutrition, behavior and training information.
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