Pets

How to Help Your Cat Adjust to a New Home

Moving to a new home can be stressful for us and our cats. Whether you are upgrading, downsizing, moving to a house, apartment, or anything in between, moving can be a huge, life-altering change. M...

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6 Ideas to Keep Your Dog Entertained for Hours

A tired dog is a good dog, just like a bored dog can be a destructive dog. Whether it’s cold outside or you’re away from home all day, keeping your dog entertained, and out of trouble, can be a sur...

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Feline Leukemia Virus: Are You Aware?

Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) attacks from the shadows, often showing no signs until it has deeply weakened your cat’s immune system. Initially, your cat might seem healthy, but subtle changes like ...

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Avoid Dog Parks if You Live in One of These Areas

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Five Ways To Stop Your Cat From Scratching At The Door

Looking to keep your cat from scratching at the door? Cats make fantastic pets and bring so much joy to their families. Sometimes though, a cat will display behaviors that, though normal for the ca...

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Do Cats Get Cold? Signs Your Cat is Cold and How to Keep Them Warm

As the leaves turn colors and fall from the trees, you’re probably pulling out your fleece blankets, hot tea, and wool sweaters in an effort to stay warm. With their furry coats, it may never have ...

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The Overlooked Usefulness of Fiber: Why Your Dog’s Health Depends on It

Fiber often flies under the radar when considering a dog’s diet. Yet, this humble nutrient holds extraordinary benefits that impact every aspect of your dog’s well-being. From digestion to weight m...

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7 Things You Should Never, Ever Do with a Shy Dog

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How Heavy Should My Dog Be? A Vet’s Guide

Most dog owners will ask at some point in their dog’s life: how heavy should my dog be? Does your dog look like an ottoman, or do you see an hourglass figure when you look down? If you said ottoma...

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12 Signs Your Dog is Overheated (and How to Help)

Like people, dogs can become overheated if they’re exposed to hot temperatures for a long period of time. Heat-related illnesses can be serious in dogs, leading to organ damage, seizures, GI proble...

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What Your Cat’s Gait Reveals About Their Health and Happiness

Watching a cat move is mesmerizing — the fluid grace, the silent steps, the confident stride. Yet beneath this elegance lies a wealth of information about their well-being. The way a cat walks, aka...

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The Canine Cancer Surprise of the Decade — A 50% Cure Rate for "Fatal" Cancer

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Which Cities and States Care the Most (and Least) about Their Pets? (Infographic)

Many of us consider our pets to be a part of the family. How could we not…especially when they shower us with so much love and affection? All they ask for in return is that we show them just as muc...

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Caring for Dogs with Myasthenia Gravis: Key Information for Dog Parents

When muscles suddenly betray strength and energy fades fast, a hidden battle may be unfolding in your dog’s body. Myasthenia Gravis (MG) is a neuromuscular disorder that disrupts the vital communic...

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Human Foods Dogs Can and Can’t Eat: Complete List, According to a Vet (in Alphabetical Order)

There are some human foods that dogs can eat safely, as well as some human foods dogs can’t eat. If you have a dog, you might be used to seeing adorable puppy eyes begging for a bite of, well, anyt...

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8 Signs Your Dog or Cat Needs a Digestive Supplement

Does your dog or cat have any of these symptoms? A comprehensive digestive supplement with enzymes, prebiotics, and probiotics can support GI and overall health! Diet and digestive problems can ca...

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Dogs and Cats Are Starting to Look Alike and It’s Our Fault

Evolution was content to keep cats and dogs as separate creatures. But then humans got involved, and everything went sideways. According to a new skull-scanning study by evolutionary bi...

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How to Treat Urinary Incontinence in Your Dog

Urinary incontinence is a tough problem for dog owners, so it’s not uncommon for pet owners to ask how to treat urinary incontinence in their dog. Constantly cleaning up after your dog gets frustra...

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Here's Help to Save Your Pet if Choking

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What to Do When Your Dog Pees the Bed

Wondering what to do when your dog pees the bed? There’s nothing quite like getting ready to lay down after a long day and finding dog pee on your bed and pillow. While finding dog pee in the dog’s...

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Pet Memorials: 5 Beautiful Ways to Honor Your Beloved Pet

The loss of a beloved pet can be an incredibly emotional experience, leaving many individuals seeking ways to memorialize their cherished companions. Pet memorials provide a physical representation...

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