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Articles from the March 31, 2015 edition


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  • Deafness in dogs

    Jodi Schneider, Correspondent|Updated Mar 31, 2015

    Lately you've noticed that your well-trained furry friend hasn't been coming when called and seems distracted. Could it be hearing loss? Some dogs can have a temporary hearing loss due to wax build-up in their ear canals, especially dogs with a lot of hair around their ears. A total loss of hearing due to a host of causes such as severe, untreated ear infections, old age or injuries. One or both ears may be affected. Some dogs are born deaf, which is known as congenital... Full story

  • Stars over Sisters

    Cami Kornowski|Updated Mar 31, 2015

    During the summer and winter months, when the sky is clear and dark, the majestic Milky Way can be seen arching overhead in a generally north-south orientation. That band of light, composed of billions of stars, is the disk of our home galaxy. But in the spring and autumn seasons a lesser-known and dimmer astronomical sky glow can also be observed. Called the zodiacal light, this faint triangular-shaped luminosity is seen after sunset and before sunrise and is produced by... Full story

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