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Rochelle Lesser
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School Psychologist Founder of the Land of PureGold Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit funding cancer treatment for working dogs & comparative oncology research. Loves Golden Retrievers, newest above (Benjamin Button).

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Rochelle Lesser @schoolpsyc.bsky.social · Nov 17
Dealing w/your dog's life-threatening illness? Print these handy coping skills - Being the Best Caregiver for my Dog
cancer.landofpuregold.com/the-pdfs/car...
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Dogs of 9/11: Going beyond the role of 'man's best friend'
USA TODAY Pets is taking a closer look at some of the guide dogs and K9s who risked their lives during 9/11 rescue and recovery efforts.
www.usatoday.com
September 21, 2026 at 12:13 PM
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6 Incredible Stories of Military Working Dogs Who Saved American Lives
Military working dogs have served in American troops for generations. Below are six stories of military working dogs who saved lives on the job.
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September 21, 2026 at 12:12 PM
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Smart-Start Therapy for Canine B-Cell Lymphoma
Lymphoma is one of the most common cancers we see in dogs. The current standard treatment — a combination chemotherapy protocol called CHOP — has been used for decades and can put most dogs into remis...
www.vet.cornell.edu
September 21, 2026 at 12:10 PM
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Rethinking rimcazole as a revolutionary treatment for canine cancer patients
Kyrexa’s research has transformed the use of the drug rimcazole from a potential failure into a promising cancer treatment for both dogs and humans
www.innovationnewsnetwork.com
September 21, 2026 at 12:09 PM
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Dogs With Brain Tumors May Hold the Key to Better Human Meningioma
A landmark effort to systematically classify brain tumors in dogs has revealed striking similarities between canine and human meningioma, while exposing a crucial flaw: the grading system doctors rely
bioengineer.org
September 21, 2026 at 12:07 PM
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Gainesville Regional Airport K-9 named after 9/11 hero retires after more than 8 years of duty
Beamer, named after 9/11 hero Todd Beamer, ends her service as an explosive detection dog
www.wcjb.com
September 13, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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Therapy dogs: How can they be trained to help children?
Support dogs can help calm autistic people, monitor blood sugar and help with mobility.
www.bbc.com
September 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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'You won't hurt my dog!': 8-year-old cancer survivor saves her golden retriever from mountain lion by rushing outside to scare the "big cat" away
Lila Morgan is officially our favorite superhero.We have a very good friend who is a cancer survivor. Her strength and outlook on life are a constant inspiration to us, but one of the biggest things s...
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September 13, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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Scaring monkeys? Detecting bedbugs? Meet the elite working dogs – in pictures
John Fabiano has travelled the globe photographing dogs with jobs – from Italian truffle sniffers and Greenlandic sled dogs to Perla the hotel receptionist in Cologne
www.theguardian.com
September 13, 2026 at 1:22 PM
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"We’re Less Alone in The World Because of Our Dogs”: Brad Pitt Talks About The Heart of The Beast | Filmfare.com
Actor Brad Pitt opens up about Heart of the Beast’s powerful human-dog bond. Read the full story below.
www.filmfare.com
September 13, 2026 at 1:22 PM
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Understanding dog behavior, how it applies to human happiness
Jen Golbeck, a professor at tje University of Maryland, published a new book exploring the psychology of dogs and how understanding their behavior can apply to human happiness. The book, “Thi…
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September 13, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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Embracing an Animal's Perspective Can Be a Life-Changer
Risë VanFleet's paradigm-shifting book is a must-read for anyone living with a companion animal, and I'm sure the animals in your life will thank you.
www.psychologytoday.com
September 9, 2026 at 12:39 PM
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Why Positive Psychology Is Essential for a Dog to Thrive
A new science-driven book laced with true stories focuses on building strong and fair reciprocal dog-human relationships based on focus, vitality, and curiosity.
www.psychologytoday.com
August 29, 2026 at 2:10 PM
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Can Dogs Become Bilingual?
In North America around 85 million people live in bilingual households. It is possible to easily train their dogs to respond to basic commands in more than one language.
www.psychologytoday.com
August 29, 2026 at 2:08 PM
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Existing drug could treat invasive canine oral tumors | Cornell Chronicle
A new diagnostic tool distinguishes between two similar canine oral cancers, opening the door for a promising FDA-approved treatment.
news.cornell.edu
August 23, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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Four-legged hero helps Utah search crews find answers underwater
YouTube video by KUTV 2 News Salt Lake City
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August 23, 2026 at 1:21 PM
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What does it take to run a cancer clinical trial for both dogs and their humans?
For 20 years, the Canine Brain Tumor Program has been conducting uniquely collaborative clinical trials that advance treatment for aggressive gliomas.
profiles-vetmed.umn.edu
August 19, 2026 at 2:09 PM
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DOJ seeks permanent injunction against pet food maker
Complaint alleges Darwin’s continues to make and sell adulterated raw dog and cat food despite FDA warning letters.
www.feedstuffs.com
August 12, 2026 at 11:11 PM
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Dogs can distinguish between fearful and angry or sad human faces, brain scans suggest
Researchers analysed activity in regions of brain when dogs were shown images of different facial expressions
www.theguardian.com
August 10, 2026 at 6:25 PM
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Overcoming Chemotherapy Resistance in Canine Bone Cancer | Morris Animal Foundation
YouTube video by Morris Animal Foundation
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August 3, 2026 at 2:01 AM
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WTH.
That Avocado Oil Chip You’re Eating May Not Be Made With Pure Avocado Oil
UC Davis researchers tested 54 avocado oil chips, mayo and dressings. Nearly 9 in 10 were adulterated with cheaper oils despite label claims.
www.ucdavis.edu
August 2, 2026 at 5:24 PM
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Dog days | Penn Today
A roundup of stories from Penn Today on veterinary research in cancer immunotherapy, hip replacement, retinal disease, and the direct impact of pet CPR.
penntoday.upenn.edu
August 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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One Immune System, Two Species
A Tufts researcher studies T cells in dogs to help identify promising new treatments for lupus and lymphoma that may someday benefit both pets and people.
now.tufts.edu
August 2, 2026 at 2:58 PM
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A service dog shouldn’t cost $44,000
In California, a fully trained service dog costs about $44,000 on average – one of the highest figures in the country, and roughly the price of a new car. Unlike a car, there is no financing counter a...
www.mpacorn.com
August 2, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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Why are biomedical scientists being vilified? | Opinion
Protect those scientists who provide the underlying research that can continue furthering progress toward lifesaving preventions and treatments
www.news-press.com
July 31, 2026 at 12:29 AM