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Bizarre 'Pet Hoarding' Surges

Many hoarders start as rescuers, experts say

By Emily Rauhala,  Newser User

Posted Sep 3, 2010 5:04 AM CDT | Updated Sep 3, 2010 5:41 AM CDT

(Newser) – You've heard of hoarding, but did you know it applies to pets, too? Experts say a growing number of Americans are hoarding large numbers of animals that become more and more difficult to take care of as they overwhelm their owners. Tragically, 25% of pet...   Read full story »

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