The DogChannel Newswire (05-28-09)

A pup who helps to heal; euthanasia veterinarians provide a peaceful death; and other news.

Posted: May 28, 2009, 5 a.m. EDT

Euthanasia Veterinarians Provide a Peaceful Death
When Merlin, a Labrador-Doberman mix, was nearing the end of his life last summer, the family that had loved him for 14 years resolved that he would draw his final breath at home, USA Today reports.
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Many Pets Are Given Away Amid Economic Downturn
Sometimes people who lose their jobs or homes must make heartbreaking decisions, the Los Angeles Times reports.
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Fur Flies Over Flea Treatments
An increasing number of pet owners are reporting what they believe to be harmful side effects from over-the-counter and prescription flea and tick treatments, The Wall Street Journal reports.
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A Pup Who Helps to Heal
Left to die on the street, a Beagle now shares a message of hope, Parade Magazine reports.
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San Diego County Cat Lover Accused of Trying to Poison Neighbors’ Dogs
A cat owner is in jail in San Diego after being arrested on suspicion of attempting to poison dogs owned by residents of the apartment building where he lives in Ramona, in northeastern San Diego County, the Los Angeles Times reports.
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