Pets

Why Your Dog Licks You — Should You Let Him?

6.11 BW Pet Nonleadhttps://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2019-02-04-nl-why-do-dogs-lick-your-face/https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/bb9933ee-e02b-4b73-94e5-918f51a2f548/===Dogs lick. It’s what they do. S...

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5 Energizing Exercises to Help Your Dog Shed Pounds

Watching a beloved dog struggle with excess weight can be worrisome. However, movement through appropriate exercises offers a joyful path to renewed vitality. Here are five exercises for dogs...

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The Hidden Urinary Condition That Often Only Your Pet Knows About

6.10 BW Pet Nonleadhttps://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2016-12-18-nl-pets-ectopic-ureters/https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/258fba8f-696b-4025-a0cb-04480bbb88a2/===By Dr. Becker The ureters are tube...

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How Video Telehealth is Changing Life for Cats with Chronic Arthritis

Caring for a cat with chronic arthritis can be challenging. Frequent trips to the clinic can be stressful for both the parents and the cat. Now, video telehealth visits offer a comforting supplemen...

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Could This Be the Best Test Yet for Detecting Kidney Disease?

6.9 BW Pet Nonleadhttps://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2015-01-28-nl-sdma-biomarker-chronic-kidney-disease/https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/fe0a057b-6522-4f55-8e90-a8001a719262/===By Dr. Becker ...

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More Recalls of Toxic Pet Food, Is Your Brand Implicated?

6.8 BW Pet Nonleadhttps://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2019-05-27-nl-vitamin-d-toxicity-in-dogs/https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/83c24e2c-5a21-42c7-b9dd-e13251dd16c1/===A few months ago I wrote about a...

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Did You Know That This Makes Your Cat's Heart Leap for Joy?

6.7 BW Pet Nonleadhttps://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2016-03-17-nl-music-for-cats/https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/61fe959a-b172-4ea6-a2ad-9d1aa0ccd535/===By Dr. Becker If your cat is like most...

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“AITA For Refusing to Pay My Cat-Sitter?”

Much like how difficult it is to hire a good, trustworthy babysitter, it can also be challenging to find someone to look after your pets. And in some cases, like this story, it can be a problematic...

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How Cats Recognize Humans via Scent

Have you ever wondered what your cat’s perception of you really is? Recent research reveals the fascinating ways cats use their sense of smell to connect with us. This discovery not only deepens ou...

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Foxtails Can Be Fatal — Keep Your Dog Away

6.6 BW Pet Nonleadhttps://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2019-06-22-nl-foxtails-and-dog/https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/954dff3e-28c6-490c-a21f-76233e18bc93/===Summer is on the way, which means that dep...

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Complementary Approaches for a Speedy Recovery After Trauma in Dogs

Trauma strikes unexpectedly—whether from a car accident, a sudden fall, or an animal bite. Many dogs fancy exploring the world , but this can sometimes lead to devastating injuries. Automobile inju...

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Walk Through These Doors, Your Odds for Good Care Vanish

6.5 BW Pet Nonleadhttps://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2018-01-05-nl-conventional-veterinary-program-problems/https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/65847013-a33e-4160-b331-27c588c1ae81/===By Dr. Karen Shaw ...

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The Truth About Cats and Milk

Cats are true carnivores. They rely heavily on amino acids and other nutrients present in meat and have limited ability to digest non-meat foods. However, cats and milk have long been linked in our...

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How to Cope with Puppy Blues

Welcoming a new puppy sparks joy, but it can also lead to unexpected emotional turmoil. “Puppy blues” refers to the stress, exhaustion, and feelings of guilt that often accompany this adorable addi...

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Dozens of German Shepherds Help Protect Tigers in India

6.3 BW Pet Nonleadhttps://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2015-10-27-nl-german-shepherds-track-down-poachers/https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/f2cf689a-c6a5-46a7-82d9-0cf119007383/===By Dr. Becker ...

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Woman arrested for leaving dog outside in crate during extreme heat

Temperatures in Las Vegas reached 105 degrees Fahrenheit on Saturday.A Nevada woman was arrested after her dog was trapped outside in a crate and died due to the extreme heat, according to the Las ...

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The best fresh dog food in 2025, tested with advice from veterinarians

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreOur reporter fed her pup six fresh dog food brands before naming JustFoodForDogs and Nom Nom the best of...

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What You Need to Know About Anaphylaxis in Dogs

Anaphylaxis in dogs strikes like a sudden storm, overwhelming the immune system with a fierce reaction. When a dog encounters a substance it has been sensitized to before, the immune system release...

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9 Reasons (and Counting) Tofu Litter Is the Future of Cat Care!

Once you try tofu litter, you’ll never go back—and your cat won’t let you! Modern cat parents have an overwhelming number of choices when it comes to cat litter. But one option that’s finally gain...

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Itchy, Inflamed Ears? Don't Make These Common Mistakes

6.2 BW Pet Nonleadhttps://www.barkandwhiskers.com/2017-06-07-nl-canine-ear-infections/https://www.barkandwhiskers.com/p/cea38f5a-0c7e-4b84-a432-6b7cd29277ff/===By Dr. Becker Unfortunately,...

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Dogs and cats can also suffer from allergies, but there are ways to help our furry friends

About five years ago, Gail Friedman noticed her Parson Russell Terrier was constantly licking his paws and seemed super uncomfortable.“The poor dog. I would put baby socks on his feet so that he wo...

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