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St. Louis-area black bear sightings to rise, conservationists say
ST. LOUIS — Countless black bears used to call Missouri home before Europeans colonized the land. The bears have been considered rare since 1850 and were nearly eliminated by 1931 before reintroduction efforts in Arkansas gave the animals a fighting chance, according to the Missouri Department of Conservation. A...
It’s a moooving experience, see where you can get cow-hugging therapy
Ellie Laks is the founder of The Gentle Barn in Dittmer, Missouri. She and all the animals work to restore and revive those who just need a gentle hug. The Gentle Barn works each day to create a gentler world by rescuing animals. They get a sanctuary of love and rehabilitation. They also offer a space where people’s hearts can heal. Ellie wrote a book, Cow Hug Therapy. Hear the heart-warming stories of Ellie and all the animals!
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