Pets

Are Your Dog’s Gums Pale? It’s a Health Warning

Your dog’s gums should appear a healthy salmon pink. Pale gums in dogs signal potential health issues. Regular checks can identify problems early. Familiarize yourself with your dog’s n...

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Thinking of buying a pet cam?

A pet cam is a great way to keep tabs on your dog or cat when you’re away from home. Here are some tips to keep in mind when buying a pet cam. If you’re like most dog and cat parents, you don’t l...

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Does Your Dog Instantly Obey These 3 Critical 'Life or Death' Commands?

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Common Drugs That Can Harm Cats and Dogs

Every caring guardian wants to relieve their cat or dog’s pain or illness swiftly. Yet, even the most seemingly harmless human medications hold dangers for these animals. For instance, acetaminophe...

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This Sour Treat with Tail-Wagging Benefits

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Pica in Cats: Why It Matters

Pica describes the behavior where cats intentionally ingest non-food items. This troubling habit poses significant health risks. While some cats might accidentally swallow strange objec...

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The Heart Problem That Can Remain Hidden for Years

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The Regular Life-Saving Tests Every Dog and Cat Deserves

The joy of sharing life with a dog or cat comes with a solemn responsibility—their health depends on vigilance beyond visible signs. Many diseases lurk quietly, revealing themselves only when it’s ...

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9 Out of 10 Pet Owners Don't Realize This About Their Pet

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Can Biohacking be Used to Enhance Dogs’ Life Beyond the Norm

Biohacking is a cousin of holistic care. It encompasses attempts to improve the condition of body and mind using science, drugs, or specific chemical substances such as nutrients and hormones. ...

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Former K-9 busy as a bee sniffing out threats to Michigan State University colonies

Researchers at a Michigan State University facility dedicated to protecting honey bees are enlisting a four-legged ally to sniff out danger to the prized pollinatorsEAST LANSING, Mich. -- Researche...

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Support Pet Health Safely and Naturally with Nature’s Best Source of Sialic Acid!

Is your dog’s or cat’s diet missing this crucial component? Learn about the best source of sialic acid and the myriad ways it supports pet health! When it comes to supporting pet health from the i...

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A Must for You, but Too Much Vitamin D Could Kill Your Pet

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The Endearing Ways Dogs Communicate with Us

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The best foods for senior dogs in 2025, recommended by vets

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn moreSenior dog foods are specially formulated to meet the nutritional needs of aging dogs.Merrick; Hill's; P...

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12 Dogs That Were Born to Run

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Walking: The Ultimate Medicine for Your Dog’s Well-Being

Walking was called the man’s best medicine by Hippocrates. This medicine extends beyond humans; it applies to dogs too. Dogs thrive on movement, and walking enhances their overall wellness. The son...

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Deep Learning-based Animal Behavior Analysis: Insights from Mouse Chronic Pain Models

arXiv:2508.05138v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: Assessing chronic pain behavior in mice is critical for preclinical studies. However, existing methods mostly rely on manual labeling of behavioral...

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13 Telling Signs Your Dog Is Suffering from Doggie Dementia

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Family reunited with beloved dog after 6 years apart

A Florida family was reunited with their beloved dog after six years apart this week and said the whole experience has been "a dream come true."Lisa Nicholson, her husband, and two of her children ...

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What Your Dog Wishes You Knew

When you truly understand your dog, the barks, wags, and nuzzles becomes a bridge to their inner worlds. Dogs communicate feelings through subtle signals—licking, turning away, or soft eye ex...

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