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Lifestyle, food and culture editor with too many craft supplies.
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Cat or dog? Vote now to choose the 'Best in Nation' pet

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By Liz Gray Verified
| Miami Herald Verified
One lucky cat or dog has the chance to be named 'Best in Nation' in the Pet Lovers' Choice Awards (PLCA) and win $10,000 in cash - and you can help choose the winner from the adorable pool of finalists. More than 25 million votes were cast in the state-by-state competition, with 50 pets - one from each state - rising to the top of more than 50,000 entries. Three winners in each state took home a cash prize and are eligible to compete for the national title.
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Kids or pets? 40% of Americans would pick fur babies, study says

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By Liz Gray Verified
| USA Today Verified
July 13, 2026, 6:14 p.m. ET Skipping dates to spend more time with your dog? Trading self care for a cat birthday budget? You're not alone, a new report from The Harris Poll says. The 'State of Pets' study, which features responses from a nationally-representative sample of 2,070 U.S. adults, indicates that Americans are continuing to prioritize pets — in some cases over relationships, children and personal spending.
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Ailing sea lion Irving returns to Monterey County coast after rehab Original

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By Liz Gray Verified, Christina Cardona Verified
| The Salinas Californian Verified
This California sea lion is back where he belongs — along the Monterey County coast. Two months ago, he was found wandering the streets of San Francisco, far from the ocean and suffering from severe malnutrition. Rescuers dubbed him Irving, then spent weeks nursing him back to health. Now, he’s finally strong enough to return to the waters off Point Lobos, about 25 miles southwest of Salinas.
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