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Best Old Friend: Caring for Your Senior Dog

Best Old Friend: Caring for Your Senior Dog

By Pet Care, Pet Health

Subconsciously, you know that it’s inevitable that your bouncing new puppy will eventually grow older, but you’re enjoying him so much you don’t really think about it. However, as several years pass, you start to see a decrease in energy levels and a little silvering around the muzzle. However, the good news is that you can take steps to keep…

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Good Manners in the Waiting Room Will Keep Your Pet Safe

Good Manners in the Waiting Room Will Keep Your Pet Safe

By Uncategorized

A visit to the vet is always stressful for both owners and pets, but there should be as little stress as possible in the waiting room. Owners are responsible for keeping their own pets safe and for ensuring that their pets don’t annoy or endanger others. So let’s talk about proper etiquette for pet safety while waiting to be called…

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How Do I Know if My Dog or Cat Has Cancer?

How Do I Know if My Dog or Cat Has Cancer?

By Pet Care, Pet Health

Unfortunately, cancer is common in dogs and cats, especially those canine or feline friends that are middle-aged or older. It’s estimated that approximately 25% of dogs and 20% of cats will develop cancer at some point in their lives with us. Cancer begins with the abnormal growth of cells that eventually overwhelms an animal’s immune system. Any type of cell…

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Reasons Why Cats Purr

Reasons Why Cats Purr

By Pet Behavior

If you’re lucky enough to enjoy the company of cats, you know that they purr a lot. There is nothing better than a contented cat curled up on your lap, purring away happily while being petted by you, an equally contented owner. Many people think that cats purr just because they are happy. However, you may be surprised to learn…

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My Dog Eats Grass - Is it Safe?

My Dog Eats Grass – Is it Safe?

By Pet Behavior, Pet Health

Do you think it’s odd that your dog loves to eat grass and does it cause you to worry? Well, for the most part, you can stop being concerned. A dog eating grass is a natural behavior for all dogs, be they wild or your best friend. Coyotes, dingoes, and wolves have all been observed eating grass. Grass is healthy…

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What Causes Kennel Cough in Dogs and Cats?

What Causes Kennel Cough in Dogs and Cats?

By Pet Care, Pet Health

What Is Kennel Cough? Kennel cough is a fairly common contagious infection of the upper respiratory tract. It is aptly called kennel cough because it often occurs when dogs or cats are crowded together in kennels and shelters, especially if such places are poorly ventilated. Dogs that spend a lot of time enjoying frolicks with other dogs in dog parks…

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Pet Vaccination Guide - Keep Your Pet Safe and Healthy

Pet Vaccination Guide – Keep Your Pet Safe and Healthy

By Pet Care, Pet Health

When you have a wonderful new dog or cat, it’s difficult to look down the road and envision what health problems might occur. However, just like people, pets can get sick, so they need pet vaccination against certain diseases. Some pet vaccinations are categorized as “core” because they are recommended for every pet. Others are “non-core” and are dependent upon…

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How to Help Your Overweight Pet Stay Healthy

How to Help Your Overweight Pet Stay Healthy

By Pet Care, Pet Health

Are you loving your cat or dog so much that you are making them an unhealthy and overweight pet? When those irresistible pleading eyes look at you the way they do, are you overfeeding or giving too many treats? Unfortunately, veterinarians are seeing many obese pets, and this is not good. In fact, according to a 2017 survey by the…

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Pet Surgery - 5 Signs of Dental Health Trouble

Pet Surgery – 5 Signs of Dental Health Trouble

By Pet Care

Dental problems are very common in adult dogs and cats, affecting almost 90% of companion animals especially as they grow older. Periodontal disease can lead to a painful mouth and loss of teeth. Worse, if not treated, there’s a risk of the pet contracting chronic infections of the mouth and gums. These infections are dangerous because they can spread to…

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