1310. The Dogs That Protect The President - Pets May Benefit Mentally Ill

The Secret Service Dogs
Did you know that the Secret Service has many dogs that have jobs
protecting the President and other dignitaries? Maria
Goodavage went on assignment to learn about the agency's
furry employees.
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Pets May Benefit The Mentally Ill
An ever-growing body of evidence reinforces the health benefits
of animals and pets. A new study published by BMC Psychiatry
explores the role pets had in support, self-management, and
personal networks of those suffering from long-term significant
mental illness (e.g., bipolar disorder, schizophrenia). Their
research concludes, "Pets should be considered a main rather than
a marginal source of support in managing long-term mental health
problems."
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National Answer Your Cat Day…Really?
Pet World Insider Robert Semrow really loves his
pet holidays. No holds barred; he's going all-out for National
Answer Your Cat Day. The only thing crazier than that is his
answers. "Someone get Bellevue on the phone!"
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Campaign Funds Used For Traveling Bunny
We've heard of all kinds of campaign spending abuses, but this is
new. During an investigation of California Representative
campaign expenses, the House Office of Congressional Ethics
uncovered that the lawmaker had used $600 in campaign funds to
cover airfare expenses for his family's rabbit.
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