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	Title	Issue
	Protect your pet this summer When spring arrives each year, it’s a reminder for me to get our dog, Sophie, a full check-up. Here's what you can do to keep your pets healthy and happy when warm weather hits. By Angela Gorman	May 2013
	Harrisburg goes to the dogs The capital will host PawsAbilities, an expo celebrating our canine companions this weekend. Check out a live puppy cam to see some of the potential attendees... By Kurt Bopp	March 2013
	Pet chores—whose responsibility is it? Most of us think allowing a child to have a pet will teach them responsibility. But in reality, pet ownership only teaches responsibility if the child is actually helping to take care of the pet... By Angela Gorman	March 2013
	Does your pet have an allergy? Itchy eyes, watery nose, sneezing—does this sound like your allergy symptoms? Well, your pet may suffer from allergies also... By Angela Gorman	February 2013
	Coping with the loss of a pet When my son, Ezra, was 2, we got him a beautiful golden retriever puppy for Christmas. Ezra named him “Clifford” (after the cartoon, Clifford the Big Red Dog). But sadly we only got to spend seven years with Clifford. Ezra had to learn early on how to deal with loss... By Angela Gorman	January 2013
	Considering adopting a furry friend? About a year ago, I started on a quest to adopt our next family dog. Angela Gorman	August 2012
	How much work is that doggie in the window? When Kelly and Jim Arnold’s dachshund passed away unexpectedly at age 12 earlier this year, the devastated family swore they’d never get a new pet... By Maya Kosoff	July 2012
	Paw Loose and fancy-free Springtime is a time for play, for getting outside and enjoying the fresh air. This is not only true for humans, but for our four-legged friends as well. Our pooches spend the winter months cooped up inside just like we do, so when the warm weather arrives, they are ready to run, jump and play ball. Give them a break worth barking about. Take your pup to a dog park. A dog park consists of a fenced-in area which... Brittany Van Heyningen	April 2012
	How to find a lost pet in Pennsylvania Whether it’s by a hole under the fence, a broken leash or a door that wasn’t fully closed, nobody enjoys the feeling of panic and devastation caused by a missing pet. While it might seem natural to immediately point the finger at another family member, it is imperative that everybody sticks... Joe Barry	February 2012
	How Old is the World's Oldest Dog? When faced with the death of a pet, many families find the situation difficult to overcome. While the average life expectancy of a dog is generally around 10-12 years, some have beaten the odds and lived well into their upper 20's. These numbers might seem beyond belief to some dog owners--and for good reason. Over the past few years, multiple articles have surfaced about the "world's oldest dog." Most recently, Uncle Chichi, a dog said to have reached about 26 years of age, was touted as the oldest. But how old is world's oldest dog truly? Central Penn Parent Staff	February 2012