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About two-thirds of modern dog breeds carry some wolf ancestry introduced within the past few thousand years. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s ...

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Many people complain about restless sleep during a full moon. But what about pets like dogs and cats? Do the moon phases also affect their behavior? Or should you even consider the moon’s position ...

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The resolution said that applications for new pet licences for Pit Bull and Rottweiler breeds would be prohibited within the GCC limits from Saturday.

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