Bethney Foster
A newspaper copy editor, director of non-profit pet rescue and freelance writer focusing on animal issues, green lifestyles and social justice topics.
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Campbellsville University, bachelor of arts degrees - English, Journalism, Political ScienceInterests
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Add Some 'Human Food' to Your Pet's DietNever fed "human food" has been a commandment of responsible pet ownership since the pet food industry began making commercially prepared dog and cat foods, but some pet guardians and veterinarians are throwing out this rule. Should you? -
Quote Roundup: Kentucky, Tennesee Drivers Preparing to Trim Budgets, Fuel UsageDrivers in Kentucky and Tennessee say they've already made significant cuts to their budgets and to their fuel usage. However, most say they'll have to make more if gas prices do hit $5 per gallon.
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How to Throw a Party for Your DogWhether you're celebrating your dog's birthday, graduation or adoption, throwing a party for dogs and their humans can be fun for the animals and the people. This article provides a guide for how to have a successful party for your canine companion.
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Do Dogs and Cats Sense Death, Disease, Spirits and Storms?This article explores different areas in which pets' keen since of smell and other differences in senses may given them more knowledge than their human counterparts.
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How to Rescue a Stray Dog or CatThis article provides those inexperienced with dog and cat rescue with tips on how to go about the process should they find a pet in need. -
Home Care Can Help Prevent Periodontitis in DogsThis article provides dog guardians with advice on steps they can take to prevent their dogs from developing Periodontitis.
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Don't Expect Children to Be Responsible for Pet CareThis article offers suggestions on how parents can involve children in pet care responsibilities while remaining primarily responsible for the pet's well being. -
A Guide to Pet EuthanasiaThis article provides guidelines for deciding if and when it is time to euthanize a pet. The article also provides a guide for planning the process and gives guardians a detailed explanation of what to expect when the procedure is performed.
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When Your Dog Attacks Other DogsMost dogs love to other dogs. However, some dogs are aggressive toward other dogs. Dealing with a pet that is aggressive toward other dogs is frustrating and frightening.
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Do I Need to Brush My Dog's Teeth?Dental health issues are among the top health problems experienced by dogs. Routinely brushing your dog's teeth at home can prevent many of these oral health issues, saving your dog from unnecessary pain and you from expensive veterinary bills.
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Veterinary Oral Care Options for Your DogCaring for your dog's teeth includes considering veterinary dental care options such as an oral examination, dental cleaning and other procedures -- such as orthodontics and root canals -- if necessary for your pet.
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What Happens if My Dog Has Poor Oral Hygiene?Lack of oral hygiene can cause severe illness, pain and can even lead to premature death in dogs. However, the conditions caused by lack of dental care can often be reversed with proper treatment.
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How to Convince Your Cat to End a Hunger StrikeThis article outlines some of the reasons cats may refuse to eat and offers tips for pet guardians who are caring for a cat who is refusing food. The article also outlines the ways in which a veterinarian might treat the condition. -
How to Care for Outdoor Cats During the WinterWinter presents some challenges for those who are caretakers to outdoor cats. Preparations should include considerations of shelter, food and water and ensuring all three are accessible -- especially when temperatures drop below freezing.
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Protect Dogs and Cats from Common Dangers on HalloweenHalloween poses particular dangers to dogs and cats. Pet guardians should be aware of the risks and take steps to ensure their four-legged companions are safe, calm and protected.
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Protecting Your Pets from the Urban Predator: CoyotesCoyotes are now found in nearly every landscape and in urban areas domestic pets are often the food source of choice for these predators. Pet guardians should be aware of coyotes and of steps they can take to protect their dogs and cats. -
Protect Your Pet from Summer Temperatures, Know What to Do If Pet Gets Too HotThis article includes tips for keeping dogs and cats safe during hot weather as well as signs of overheating and heat stroke. The article also provides information about First Aid for an overheated pet. -
Iams' Veterinary Feline Renal Formula RecalledThis article reports the July 25, 2010 recall of a veterinary formula cat food and provides advice for pet guardians whose cats may have been prescribed the product.
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Titi Monkeys Among Many Animals Caught in Illegal Pet TradeThis article discusses the recent case of the smuggling of 18 titi monkeys and of the illegal trade in endangered species for the black market pet trade. -
Moving the Memories from My Grandparents' HouseThis is a reflection on my memories of my grandparents' house as Papa and Memi's possessions are being packed away in preparation for the house to be rented. Papa died a few years ago and Memi recently moved to a nursing home. -
Train Dogs and Children for Safe InteractionsThis article explores common misconceptions about interactions between dogs and children while offering tips for both dog guardians and parents for ensuring children and dogs are safe when they live together or just meet on the street.
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Provide Your Itchy Dog with Some ReliefThis article provides dog owners with tips for preventing and managing skin conditions in their pets. It also provides some ideas for comforting an itchy dog for a few hours or days - until the pet can see a veterinarian for treatment.
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Should Kitty Be Indoors or Outdoors?This article explores the benefits and disadvantages of cats being kept strictly indoors or strictly outdoors. It also offers advice for keeping kitty as healthy as possible, no matter what his environment.
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Pets Give Us More Than Unconditional LoveThis article explores the physical and mental health benefits of sharing your life with a dog or cat. -
People Have Been as Fickle as Felines in Their Relationship with CatsThis article explores the history of cats' origins as a domesticated species and the on-again, off-again relationship they have had with humans since they chose become the friends of people. -
Research Indicates Our Pets Likely Dream in Much the Same Way We DoThis article explores the sleep patterns of cats and dogs and the likelihood that they -- like us -- dream. -
Speaking Your Dog's LanguageThis article is a guide to becoming more fluent in both speaking and understanding your dog's native language. -
(PETS) Worst Dogs for Families and KidsLearning about which types of dogs to choose, as well as which types to avoid, will be important in successfully finding a dog for your family.
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Common Bengal Kitten Personality TraitsThe Bengal is a breed that defies many of the stereotypes associated with cats. Bengals are energetic, playful, intelligent, curious and affectionate.
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A Shopping List for Your New KittyThis article provides new pet guardians with a list of items they will need to purchase for a newly adopted cat or kitten. The article also offers recommendations about which types and kinds of products different cats may prefer.
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First Aid for Dogs: Creating a First Aid Kit for Your PetKnowing what to do in an emergency may save your pet's life and having the tools on hand for a dog First Aid kit are imperative. This article outlines the contents that should be included in a First Aid kit for canines.
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First Aid for Dogs: What to Do If Your Dog is ChokingKnowing what to do in an emergency and having basic knowledge of pet First Aid skills could save your pet's life. This article provides information about what to do if your dog is choking.
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Litter Box Tips to Keep Your Cat Happy and HealthyIn a cat's world, the litter box is a priority and your pet often equates the condition of his litter box to his security. If the accommodations you're providing don't meet your cat's expectations, your cat can become ill and exhibit behavioral problems.
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Look Good and Feel Good with Cheap and Cruelty Free LipsticksThis article provides an overview of the five best inexpensive lipsticks.
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Little Boys' Birthday Parties Don't Have to Break the BankThere's no need to spend a lot of money on a boy's birthday party. Little boys just want an event where they can have fun. As long as the atmosphere is relaxed and there are entertaining activities, children will have a blast.
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A Teen Bash When You're Lean on CashA birthday is a big event in the life of a teenager and everybody wants to make their teen's special day a great one. You can throw a party for your teen without spending a lot of money if you're willing to invest a little creativity.
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There's Fun, Sun and A Lot More in Cleveland and Bradley County, Tenn. This SummerFrom mountain trails and whitewater rafting to concerts in the park and a Cherokee cultural festival, there's plenty to entertain residents and visitors alike in Cleveland and Bradley County this summer.
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Horse Rescue Organizations Need Assistance and Offer AssistanceThis article outlines the horse over-population issues, describes the new Stallion to Gelding Support program to address the issue, and provides a brief profile on the various horse rescue groups working in Tennessee.
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Celebrate Great Outdoors Month with Your DogThis article encourages dog guardians to give their canine companions the ultimate treat - a hiking trip. The article provides tips on preparing for hiking with a dog as well as resources on locating dog friendly trails.
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Not Seeking Needed Veterinary Care May Constitute Animal CrueltyArticle details my experience with a guardian who refused to seek treatment for his pet after she was hit by a car and of recent charges against a Tennessee man who didn't seek veterinary treatment for an animal after it was injured by a vehicle.
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How to Choose the Right Dog for a Senior CitizenThis article lists 10 specific dog breeds best suited to be companion to an elderly person. The article also specifies that the best dog for a senior person is a senior dog, and it encourages seniors to consider mixed-breed companions.
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Summer Party Themes from the Very Elaborate to the Very SimpleThis article discusses themes for summer parties from elaborate festivities to a very simple work week evening get-together.
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Creative Ideas for Children's Birthday Party ThemesThis article provides ideas for children's birthday party themes, as well as invitations, decorations and menus for carrying out the theme.
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Ideas for Father's Day MessagesThis article contains some ideas for what to say to Dad to express yourself in a Father's Day message, whether by e-mail, greeting card or on the telephone.
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Tennessee General Assembly Considers Bill to Regulate Puppy MillsThis article provides an overview of the current bill being considered in the Tennessee General Assembly to address concerns about puppy mill operations in the state.
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Spay it Forward TN Set for May 15 in NashvilleThis article provides an overview of the upcoming Spay It Forward TN Conference to be held in Nashville on May 15.
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Protect Yourself from Mosquitoes NaturallyThis article provides tips on how to dress, prepare your property and take other steps to protect yourself from mosquitoes without using harsh chemicals. The article also provides an overview of some natural mosquito repelling products.
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Protect Yourself from Mosquitoes NaturallyThis article provides tips on how to dress, prepare your property and take other steps to protect yourself from mosquitoes without using harsh chemicals. The article also provides an overview of some natural mosquito repelling products.
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How to Throw a Go Green PartyThis articles provides tips, ideas and suggestions on hosting a green-themed party.
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It is Morally Wrong to Allow Dogs and Cats to Reproduce?This article debunks the common reasons people do not fulfill the ultimate responsibility of pet guardianship: getting their animals spayed/neutered.
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Books that Inspire an Eco-friendly LifestyleThis article provides an overview of 10 books, ranging from stories for children to how-to guides to histories of the green movement; for those seeking to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle.
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Don't Take a Vacation from Being GreenThis article provides tips and ideas for eco-friendly travels, whether for a business trip or a family vacation. It also includes information about the growing eco-tourism industry.
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A Guide to Being Clean and Green in the Laundry RoomThis article provides readers with tips on going green when doing laundry. The articles ranges from tips on how to do laundry to buying a washing machine to choosing environmentally friendly detergents, fabric softeners and bleaches.
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A Guide to Greening Your DogThis article describes several steps taken by the author to reduce the environmental impact created by her dog. Tips are included for dealing with dogs' waste, emptied pet food containers and buying food, toys and other items that are earth-friendly.
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The Vegan (Vegetarian) is Coming for Easter DinnerThis is an article for the host/hostess who has a vegan/vegetarian relative who will be coming to Easter Sunday dinner - with tips from the vegan's point of view.
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April is National Frog Month: Help Scientists Monitor Their Declining NumbersApril is National Frog Month. Frogs are declining in numbers and scientists are trying to determine why. FrogWatch USA is a program that seeks volunteers to help monitor the number of frogs in their neighborhoods.
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Spiritual Reflection on Good FridayThis article is a reflection on the Good Friday service, the Lord's Supper, in the Missionary Baptist Church in which I grew up.
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What to Do If You Find a Litter of KittensThis article gives readers information about what to do should they find a litter of kittens. It includes information about determining the age of the kittens and how to make the best decisions for the kittens.
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Haymarket Martyrs Legacy Survives in International Workers DayDespite its lack of celebration in the U.S., the events that led to International Workers Day being a call to action across the rest of the world began in Chicago.
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The Egg HuntA poem about my memories of Easter Sunday's traditional egg hunt when I was a child.
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Nathan Winograd's Redemption Book Has Revolutized Animal RescueNathan Winograd's 2007 book "Redemption: The Myth of Pet Overpopulation and the No Kill Revolution in America" has changed the way many involved in animal rescue think about the possibility of saving every dog and cat.
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Ideas for Easter Greeting CardsThis article provides readers with some ideas of sentences and phrases to include in an Easter greeting card. Ideas range from fun and flippant to religious in nature.
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I ChooseThis is a poem about choosing to live by the cycles of the natural world rather than the unnatural cycles imposed by clocks and calendars. The poem ends with the hope that this choice will always be available.
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Declawing Leads to Behavior Problems and Other Issues in FelinesIn the U.S, declawing is often considered a routine part of the veterinary process when adopting a cat. New cat guardians should learn about the procedure and consider carefully what they are doing before opting for the surgery.
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A Soundtrack for Earth DayProtest songs have played their roles in nearly every movement for social change. Protest songs also provided a soundtrack to the early days and the current environmental movement.
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Vegan Options for Spring TraditionsThere's little that vegans miss from giving up animal products. However, finding an alternative for Easter Eggs is important, especially for parents rearing vegan children.
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Customs Seize Cockfighting Blades in MemphisCustom and Border Protection officers at an air cargo facility in Memphis, Tenn., report in a press release issued March 19, the seizure of 84 metal blades used in illegal cockfighting.
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ASPCA Launches National Prevention of Cruelty to Animals MonthThe American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will launch its National Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month in April.
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Even Oprah Couldn't Win Against Deadly ParvovirusI've seen puppies caught in the grips of parvo and thought that perhaps if I'd had more resources, I could have won some of the battles we ultimately lost. Then, I read that even Oprah Winfrey couldn't save her puppy from parvo.
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Gardening by the Moon's PhasesFarmers, gardeners and others followed the moon's phases to find the best dates for various activities for centuries. As science replaced the old traditions, the old knowledge was nearly lost. It is now seeing a resurgence in its following.