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Dog-Friendly Destinations

By Peter Greenberg

Bringing Fido along on vacation? These Web sites and destinations have gone to the dogs.

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Doggone It! A New Twist on
Pet Scams

By Sid Kirchheimer

Swindlers target would-be owners out of hundreds of dollars to adopt animals in foreign countries—animals that do not exist.

Volunteer for Animals

Project FeederWatch

During winter, you can volunteer to count birds at your own feeder for a scientific census by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. You don't need to be an expert; birders of all skill levels are encouraged to participate.

Pet Fostering

Animal rescue organizations need people to provide care and temporary homes for kittens, puppies, and other pets that are ill, pregnant, or have behavioral problems. Most fostering programs offer training and supplies to volunteers. Go to Pets 911 to find a local shelter or rescue organization in need of fostering volunteers.

Raise Guide Dogs

Organizations such as Guide Dogs of America, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, and The Seeing Eye need people to foster-parent puppies that will be formally trained as guide dogs for the blind and visually impaired.

Excerpts from AARP The Magazine's Virtual Volunteering Resource Guide.

By AARP TV

Black Lab

"Man's best friend" takes on a whole new meaning. Watch these remarkable stories of dogs helping wounded veterans. Watch now.

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Feline Flight Advice

By Peter Greenberg

Taking Fluffy on your next flight? Our resident travel guru, Peter Greenberg, gives you some dos and dont's for your furry feline.

Dog named Stump

Stump: The Bark
of Champions

By Ken Budd

AARP The Magazine "talks" with Westminster's oldest "Best in Show" winner on sickness, success, and those fabulous ears.

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Photo: Hometown Hero

Photo: Hometown Hero
Lacey
the precious pooch was named a Hometown Hero for her volunteer work at local retirement community.
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Group: Cats

Group: Cats
Share stories and photos of your favorite feline friends.
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Dog Days of School

By Nissa Simon

When school children in Rocky Hill, Conn., have reading problems to overcome, they now spend time reading to dogs like Gulliver, a 160-pound Newfoundland, instead of in remedial reading classes that may impart a stigma.

Pets In Foreclosure

By Laura Daily

More older Americans are giving up pets amid financially tough times. We can help ensure your four-legged friend ends up in a safe home.

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