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The Proper Pit Bull helps to overcome stigma

Josh Imhof | staff writer Nicole Garritano’s interest in pit bulls began in 2003, when she adopted her first pup, Nissa. Garritano spent the next 10 years educating herself, volunteering and building relationships with pit bull advocacy organizations. In 2014, she decided she wanted to start an organization with friends and connections she had built during her time volunteering. “I had an idea of what … Continue reading The Proper Pit Bull helps to overcome stigma

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Students support man’s best friend, make mats for adopted

by Capri Scarcelli | a&e editor March 17, 2022 Studies show that dogs bring out the best in people – that is, according to professor Anne Burrows.  Burrows is an anthropologist who teaches anatomy at Duquesne. While fascinated with all things evolution, Burrows found her love through research with dogs, specifically the dog-human bond. Through facial expressions and mutual gaze, dogs create a connection with … Continue reading Students support man’s best friend, make mats for adopted

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