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February 2025

Black History Lesson: Augustus Nathaniel Lushington, first veterinarian in the U.S.
And what made him take on the role of a probation officer
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Shamontiel L. Vaughn
Black History Lesson: Curious pic of Dr. King and 'intimidating' police dog
Was the police dog meant to scare him or just sitting in the backseat?
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Shamontiel L. Vaughn
Happy 4th Birthday, Junee!
Celebrating Black History Month on Junee's birthday and her adoption anniversary on Juneteenth are two of my favorite events
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Shamontiel L. Vaughn
Black History Lesson: Past presidents, slave laws forbid black people from having dogs
While police dogs made Black Civil Rights advocates fear German Shepherds, there was another law to block pet owners.
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Shamontiel L. Vaughn
Black History Lesson: Dr. Alfreda Johnson Webb and veterinary history
Learn about one of the first Black women licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the country
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Shamontiel L. Vaughn

January 2025

Bark Place in Chicago, thank you!
A perfect example of a pet store owner knowing how to win a customer over
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Shamontiel L. Vaughn
The downside of pet insurance deductions from your employer
That group discount may not be worth the third-party communication
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Shamontiel L. Vaughn
Should anti-Trump dog walkers and dog sitters take a stand?
The Rover walk I quickly opted out of
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Shamontiel L. Vaughn
Keeping a foster dog (or puppy) off your couch
When a dog is used to being on a couch, this can be a challenge
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Shamontiel L. Vaughn
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