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Not Ready to Adopt a Dog? You Can Borrow One for the Day

Pima Animal Care Center says its short-term foster program is a win-win for dogs and humans.

UA Study: Bigger Dogs Are Better Thinkers

Researchers pitted large dogs against small dogs in intelligence tests.

A Fascination for Fishing Cats

A University of Arizona scientist is helping the rare and unique felines.

"Dazzle Ships" in Tucson

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UA Conservationist Helps Water-Loving Feline Survive

Fishing cats of Southeast Asia are threatened by loss of habitat.

Volunteers Say Shutdown is Curtailing Vital Work at Wildlife Refuge

Work is being left undone at the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge as volunteers can't access facilities or use tools.

"Call Him Mac": The Political Legacy of Ernest W. McFarland

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Becoming a Goat?

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UA Research Could Help Reduce Disease-Spreading Mosquito Populations

The scientists found a way to make mosquito eggs inviable by blocking a specific protein.

Author Sees Food Systems as a Way to Unite People

Tucson resident says communities across the country are joining forces for the common good.

Chinese Smuggling Bust Could Help Endangered Porpoise in Mexico

The illegal hunting of the totoaba fish swim bladders is considered the leading threat to the vaquita marina.

Arizona Town Condemns Coyote-Killing Contest

Dewey-Humboldt joins other governments by condemning the practice.

Local Animal Shelter Celebrates Black Fur Day

Shelter workers hope sale spurs adoptions

Spotlight Session: Rebekah Rolland

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More Bighorn Sheep Restored to Historical Ranges

Arizona Game and Fish continues to re-establish the species.

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