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3 Common Diabetes-Related Complications in PetsWhile completely manageable, diabetes is linked to the development of several complications. As an owner of a diabetic pet, it’s important for you to be familiar with these health concerns and be able to recognize their signs the moment they…..
Category Archives: Health & Wellness
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8 House Plants Dog and Cat Owners Need to Get Rid Of ASAPHouseplants can certainly liven up the bare and dull-looking spaces inside your home but unfortunately, not all of them are as harmless as they look. As a pet parent, it's important to be extra careful with the decorative greens you…..
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Can FIV-Positive Cats Live with Non-FIV Cats?FIV-positive cats have always had a bad rap. They’re either killed in shelters or deemed unadoptable for life when in truth, they’re just as adoptable as non-FIV cats. In fact, Dr. Annette L. Litster from Purdue University’s College Of Veterinary…..
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National Sunscreen Day: Do Dogs Need Sunscreen?Starting to catch yourself turning the AC on more than usual? Or perhaps, heading to the fridge for a glass of ice-cold water every 5 minutes? Yep, we're all feeling it. Summer is here and everyone's doing their best to…..
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8 Benefits of Spaying or Neutering Your PetThe spaying or neutering of pets is an important part of responsible pet ownership. While there are many misconceptions surrounding the medical procedures, there are only positive, life-long benefits to reap from having them done to your pet—health and behavioral…..
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12 Items You Definitely Don’t Want Missing from Your Pet First-Aid KitDid you know that April is Pet First-Aid Awareness Month? It’s the perfect time to go back and re-check your pet’s current first aid kit to see which supplies need to be thrown out or restocked. If you haven’t…..
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7 Ways to Help End Animal HomelessnessDid you know that there are about 70 million stray animals living in the streets of America? Out of this 70 million, only 6.5 million dogs and cats enter shelters each year and only 3.2 million of them go…..
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4 Tips on Keeping Pets Safe During the COVID-19 PandemicAs a pet parent, the safety and well-being of your furry buddy are most likely included in your list of major concerns in the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic—and rightly so. Pets are part of the family and it’s…..
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National Oreo Cookie Day: Why Are Oreos Bad for Dogs?Let’s face it—everybody loves Oreos. In fact, they’re dubbed as America’s favorite cookies! Why wouldn’t they be, right? They’re delicious, they come in a variety of flavors, and they taste amazing in pretty much anything! So if you’re craving for…..
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How to Exercise Your Dog when recovering from the Canine ParvovirusHow To Exercise Your Dog With Canine Parvovirus Now that your puppy is home from being treated for Parvovirus at the animal hospital, how will you make sure that your dog safely gets the exercise he needs? Even after your…..