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One of the lesser known tourist attractions in the San Francisco Bay Area is a day trip to Lick Observatory on Mt. Hamilton, only 20 miles from San Jose, CA.

If a dog licks, chews or bites a wound or incision after surgery, this can lead to infection or further injury. Some dogs have even removed stitches from an incision!

It doesn't take bullets or poison to balance the needs of wildlife and people. With understanding and a little creativity, we can share our space on the planet.

Scooting, a metallic, fishy odor and licking of the anal area can signal that a pet is suffering from a problem involving the anal glands.

Getting a female dog spayed involves a more invasive surgery; the dog's recovery after spaying surgery is longer and more difficult. Learn how to care for a spayed dog.

Pet paw pad injuries are common in the winter. Learn how to prevent paw pad injuries and cracked paw pads in dogs.

Submissive and dominant behaviours you may see in your dog, and how they relate to their pack instinct and social hierarchy

Wondering why your dog is licking or chewing his paws? This is a common symptom of paw pad injury or allergies, in particular, food allergies in dogs.

Hair loss in cats can have several different causes,including fleas, ringworm, allergies, or stress. Determining the cause is essential for proper treatment.

Cat parents might get groomed by their cats sometimes. But, is the cat actually grooming its owner or is the licking due to something else?

Boston isn't all beans and baseball and culture. There is good ice cream to be found in every neighborhood, if one knows where to look.

Michael Tyack and friends wear medieval outfits and live in a 24/7 fantasy world. Are we ready for Circulus's bubblegum psychedelic folk-rock? Or will the joke wear thin?

San Jose blossomed in the 1980s and 1990s as the core of the California computer-technology industry. But there's more there than silicon chips and microcircuits.

Before you can be a great guitarist, you must master the Blue Notes: the Minor Third, Flatted Fifth, and Minor Seventh.

The pedal steel guitar is an extraordinarily complicated instrument, but almost any guitar player could play something that sounds good if pointed in the right direction.

Saliva serves many purposes within the mouth, such as a digestive aid and acid neutralization, both of which are vital to the human physiology.

Thomas Jefferson has long been considered the father of American archaeology, and his legacy to modern archaeologists and naturalists has been significant.

Billy Bob Thornton may have given a bad name to actors breaking into music, but Juliette Lewis has worked hard for credibility.

"My Name is Bruce" won't give you sugar, baby. Not on its budget. But Splenda works fine as a substitute for this Kool-Aid, which Campbell knows fans will happily drink.

Popular myths regarding feline behaviour and health requirements can lead to irrational fears and inappropriate feeding and medical treatment.

Forget the price of gas - Texas is always entertaining and diverse. What other state offers such a diversity of food, culture and pleasures for both humans and aliens?

A damaged nail can be crippling for a pet, but understanding how to care for these injuries can help limit pain and speed recovery.

New York City's Greenwich Village is a must visit. Here's a quick tour through Greenwich Ave packed with delicious restaurants, bars, and alternative 9/11 history.

The Great Square of Pegasus dominates fall evenings. Learn the stars and deep-sky objects found in the Winged Horse.

Caring for a pet who has just had surgery can be stressful, but knowing how to clean the site and how to spot a problem will make for swift healing.

Some dogs are prone to hot spots, also known as acute moist pyoderma. A dog with a hot spot skin infection is prone to an oozing discharge, skin redness and pain.

Giraffes are intelligent animals, and need plenty of interaction to keep them healthy. Zoo keepers use a variety of enrichment techniques for these long necked ungulates.

There is no denying the fact that Jack Nicholson accomplished something special in 1989 when he portrayed The Joker. Yet, it may soon be forgotten.

Is a human or dog's mouth cleaner? It's a great topic for a 4-H or science fair project. Read on for citable research resources, a list of supplies and where to buy them

A look at the pluses and minuses of different products that can be used to add drinking water and humidity for tropical geckos, lizards, snakes, and other reptiles.

Dog foot pads are generally tough protection for the feet but walking on hot surfaces in summer can cause burns, blisters, soreness, and infection.

Finger strength is essential for playing any instrument. In this thrid article we move into stretching and finger placement exercises.

Finger strength is essential for playing any instrument. In this second article we continue exercises to continue building power in fingers to help speed guitar playing.

Howard Levy shares a harmonica lesson to help harp players break away from the sheet music and start playing their own harmonica music.

My Name is Bruce is the ultimate movie for any Bruce Campbell fan - it has Campbell making fun of himself the entire time!

There are many hazardous when walking a dog that can result in sore or wounded feet and pads. This is even more appropriate for working and agility dogs.

Wondering how to tell if a cat is in heat? Learn the symptoms of a feline oestrus - they will exhibit distinct behaviors like calling and licking.

An infrared portrait of a tiny bit of sky reveals hundreds of galaxies that date back to 600 to 900 million years after the Big Bang.

Dog seizures types are grand mal and petit mal. There are many causes of dog seizures, including poisoning, cancer, canine epilepsy and diseases like distemper.

Anpsi is animal parapsychology, which has been researched scientifically. Facts: Animals can predict deaths of loved ones. They can also be ghosts.

Cats can develop many of the same allergies that afflict people, and treatment varies based on the type of allergy.

We spend billions annually on pet food, pet meds and pet insurance. We love our animal friends and evidence shows they love us back in many ways. See how they show it.

Cats who live with smokers have double the risk of developing feline lymphoma . Cat owners need to be aware of the dangers of secondhand smoke to their pets

The Germantown, Maryland natives continue where prior record From Beale Street To Oblivion left off, composing a solid hard rock record with a bluesy edge.

The BARF raw dog food diet is often criticized as dangerous to a dog's health. Bone splinters, parasites, bacteria, and dietary balance are some of the concerns.

Chapped lips are annoying, but with prevention and a simple home remedy, the pain, redness, and irritation of chapped lips can be easily kept at bay.

Cold weather is no excuse for dry chapped lips; find out how to replenish and lock in skin's moisture for a luscious, kissable mouth all year long.

A chronically dry mouth can be a diabetes symptom. Learn how to treat it.

When caring for a sick dog, getting him to swallow a tablet leads to unnecessary stress. A little-known dog care tip that makes things easy for owner and sick canine

Chapped lips are a curse during the winter. There are some natural remedies that can be used to stop the flaking and burning and a few preventative measures.