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Amid horse meat concerns, lawmakers introduce legislation to stop horse slaughter

Members of Congress and national animal welfare groups introduced the Safeguard American Food Exports Act of 2013, which would prohibit horse slaughter operations in the United States.

Tags: horse meat, congress, veterinarian, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Animal Welfare League of Alexandria hosts third annual Mardi Growl

A masked, bead-bedecked and boa-clad crowd celebrated the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria celebrated the third annual Mardi Growl.

Tags: Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, pet adoption, pets, Jim Moran, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Ask Dr. Pawz: What is the best age to neuter a dog?

In this week's Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson explains the best age to neuter or spay a pet and how to prevent a cat from having accidents outside a litter box.

Tags: veterinarian, dogs, cats, neuter, Dr. Pawz, pets, Ask Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Ask Dr. Pawz: How to get a lazy, fat cat to lose weight?

In this week's Ask Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson shares what you can do to get your cat to lose weight and how to tell the age of an adopted pet.

Tags: pets, puppies, cats, dogs, veterinarian, diet, animal shelter, Washington Humane Society, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Dr. Pawz: Welcoming an adopted pet in your home

Dr. Pawz shares what owners can do to ensure an easy transition into a new home for pets adopted from shelters.

Tags: pets, dogs, cats, adoption, animal shelter, veterinarian, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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The Reagan Building went to the dogs for 12th annual Sugar and Champagne Affair

The Washington Humane Society's 12th annual Sugar and Champagne Affair honored Humane Heroes, including Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg, D.C. police officers Arthur Douglas, Jr. and John Carruthers, and WUSA9 reporter Matt Jablow.

Tags: Sugar and Champagne, pets, Washington Humane Society, dogs, Todd Gray, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Dr. Pawz: Questions to ask before adopting a pet

Anyone who has ever lost a pet has experienced the "I may not ever adopt again" phenomenon. But eventually, you might. Here are some questions to ask before you decide to bring a furry friend back into your house.

Tags: pets, dogs, adoption, animal shelter, veterinarian, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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Ask Dr. Pawz: Meat meal or tripe

WTOP's Dr. Pawz, an emergency vet in Alexandria, Va., answers pet questions from readers, including whether meat meal is better for your dog.

Tags: pets, dogs, pet food, dog food, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson, tripe

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Dr. Pawz: Beware of the pet treat label 'Made in China'

Two dog treat companies pulled their products from shelves due to allegations of causing illness and death. Dr. Pawz weighs in on the safety of dog treats from China and whether or not owners should feed their pets treats in the first place.

Tags: dog treats, pets, recall, China, veterinarian, Katy Nelson, Dr. Pawz

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Dr. Pawz: New Year's resolutions for your pets

Including pets in your New Year's resolutions could help prolong their lives. Dr. Pawz offers advise to keep your pet happy and healthy.

Tags: pets, resolutions, New Years, Dr. Pawz, Katy Nelson

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