Health

Can Pets Suffer From Allergies?

You know what it feels like when you suffer from allergies in the spring, summer and fall, but can cats and dogs suffer from allergies just like we do? It turns out that they can and...
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Feline Bladder Stones Symptoms And Treatment

Cats can develop stones in their bladders that are irritating and, occasionally, life threatening. For the most part, male cats are the ones who can be in life and death situations when the stones...
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How to Safely Bike with Your Dog

You’ve probably seen bicycle riders out for a jaunt with their dogs. Have you wondered whether that’s something you could do with your dog as well? Here’s some information on bike safety for you and...
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Declawing Your Cat: Safe Or Stupid?

If you’re a cat lover then you may have had to focus on this issue before. Is it safe to declaw cats? The reason that some owners declaw their cats has more to do with how...
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What You Need To Know About The Dog Flu Outbreak

Thousands of dogs in the Midwest have been affected by a new strain of dog flu. According to the Associated Press, experts at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine say the H3N2 dog flu...
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Is Your Lawn Poisoning Your Dog?

It's time to let your pup roam free in your front and back-yards, but could this fun activity be dangerous for dogs? HuffPost Live recently dug deeper into lawn poisoning, and found that apparently, exposure...
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11 Must-Know Water Safety Tips For Dog Owners

As the warm weather rolls in, you'll be more inclined to start swimming in pools and lakes. Of course you'll want to bring your best friend, your dog, along for the fun. But there...
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Alley Cat Allies And Their Work On Feral Cat Populations

If you love cats, this blog post is for you. Cats are such a wonderful addition to our families, but not every cat has a warm and loving home to live in. There are wild...
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15 Questions All Cat Owners Need To Ask Their Vet

Sure, you've been bringing your cat to the vet for years, but have you been asking the right questions? There are certain questions you should ask your vet every time you go for a...
Benefits of Pet Massage

The Benefits Of A Pet Massage

Pet massage.What will they think of next? Isn’t petting or scratching your dog enough? Apparently not! It turns out that pets can benefit as much from massage on their bodies as you do when you...
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VIDEO: Keep Your Pets Safe This Easter

Easter is right around the corner, and while it's definitely one of the more fun holidays for families, with the Easter Egg hunts and goodie baskets. However, it's one of the more dangerous holidays for...
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7 Home Pet Remedies To Try Today

There are times when we need to be able to take care of our pets’ needs at home without running to the veterinarian.  Now, admittedly, these are non-life-threatening issues. The home pet remedies we’re talking...
Poisonous Plants and Your Feline

What To Do If Your Cat Eats A Poisonous Plant

Pets can be like perennial two year olds: They put everything in their mouths, and cats in particular love to chew on plants. Some plants, like cat grass or catnip, are fine for cats to...
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Dog Acupuncture: A Great Way To Manage Joint Pain

Acupuncture is the insertion of needles to relieve pain. It’s part of traditional Chinese medicine and has been used on humans for years. But it’s also part of a growing movement of pain relief for...
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Inappropriate Urination: Is Your Cat Missing The Point?

Life with a cat can be absolutely wonderful, but what happens if, all of a sudden, your cat stops using the litter box? What causes this change in behavior?  The Cornell University Feline Health Center...
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Stopping Canine Cancer: Morris Animal Foundation

Canine cancer is a very real and prevalent problem for our dogs today. There’s one organization that not only raises awareness for dog cancer, but also raises funds to help research causes and find a...
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15 Crucial Spring Safety Tips For Every Pet Parent

The warm weather is finally here! Before you know it, temperatures will really be rising, and it will be the perfect time to do all those amazing spring activities you love. However, as a...
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Does Your Cat Have Feline Hyperthyroidism? Here’s How To Keep Sane

Lucy is 13, and like many 13-year-olds, she likes to stay up late, make lots of noise, and eat pretty much everything. But since Lucy is a cat and not a person, this makes...

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