Tag Archives: Animals

What is PAWS? An Interview with Tara Whitefield

How one organization aids the sick and elderly by offering animal companionship
Posted on September 22, 2012 by Antal Polony (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Tara Whitefield is the Director of Companion Animal Services at PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support), a San Francisco-based, privately funded non-profit that facilitates animal companionship for the physically ill and socially marginalized throughout the Bay Area. She sat down with … Continue reading →

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Will Man’s Best Friend Mourn His Loss?

The phenomenon of loyal dogs grieving after the death of their owners.
Posted on October 12, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Earlier this year, we examined the phenomenon of grief in animals and discovered that most experts agree that many types of wild animals seem to experience grief at the loss of companions, mates, or offspring. But, what about pets? Do … Continue reading →

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