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cats and dogs

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strange bedfellows
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Some evacuees have brought their cats and dogs with them, and bags of pet food and cat litter have been made available.

From Barron's Jul. 25, 2026

Pet owners across the country have been advised they should treat their cats and dogs as a preventative measure every month, known as prophylactic use - although many veterinary organisations have now updated their advice.

From BBC Jun. 10, 2026

The cats and dogs were found as a part of a morning search warrant served by Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control Friday morning.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 20, 2026

Curtis Sliwa, Mamdani’s Republican opponent, vowed during the mayoral race to make Gracie Mansion a sanctuary for unwanted cats and dogs.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 2, 2026

It didn’t rain cats and dogs; it rained cows and horses … lions and tigers … boy, it rained elephants and giraffes!

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney




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