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Is Playing With a Laser Pointer Safe for Cats?
Watching your cat chase a laser pointer is undeniably hilarious, but these popular pet toys remain controversial. Here’s what the experts say.
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Can Dogs Be Vegetarian or Vegan? | Dog Food Advisor
Vegan dog food and vegetarian dog food is increasingly popular, but is it good for dogs? By the Dog Food Advisor
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Summer Pet Guide: Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips | Pets Best
Ensure your pets stay safe this summer by learning the signs of heatstroke, dehydration and more with our essential summer pet safety tips.
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The Dangers of Mold Exposure for Dogs
Mold is a common household fungus that can grow in moist, warm environments. It can be found in many places, including basements, bathrooms, and kitchens. Many of us know that mold is harmful to humans, it can also be dangerous for dogs. Let's discuss
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How to Painlessly Get Mats Out of Cat Fur
Cats usually groom themselves but may develop mats in their fur. Learn how to safely remove mats with the least amount of stress for you and your cat.
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15 Toxic Human Foods You Should Never Feed Your Cat
It's understandable wanting to share a snack with your cat—but before you do, it's important to know what foods are toxic for cats, since many popular human foods are poisonous to our feline friends.
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Veterinarian Karen Fine says we can learn a lot from pets : Shots - Health News : NPR
Karen Fine says "I feel like I learn from my patients all the time. ... They really have skills and senses that we don't." Her new memoir is The Other Family Doctor.
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What To Do If Your Dog Eats Chocolate | Holiday Safety Tips for Dogs
Eating chocolate can threaten your dog’s life – or just pose a threat of vomit. How much chocolate is toxic to your dog and what should you do when they get into some?
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End of life decisions - Whole Dog Journal
Different quality of life assessments have provided different conclusions on what I should do about my aging dog.
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Vet Advice: Relieving Your Dog's Arthritis | The Bark
The easy run becomes a stiff walk; the jump to a favorite chair is no longer possible; lying down is accompanied by a deep groan. As our dogs age, things that were once second nature become an effort. Today, thanks to advances in veterinary medicine and c
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The Do’s & Don’ts of using Essential Oils with your dog
I AM SICK AND TIRED OF IT!!
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4 Hazards of Foxtails for Pets
At first glance foxtails, referred to in some regions as cheat grass, seem innocent enough. But beyond that innocent exterior lurks a menace that can easily wreak havoc on your dog or cat’s health. Dogs that come into contact with foxtails stand a good
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Coccidioidomycosis: A Southwestern Hazard - Whole Dog Journal
If you live in or travel to the Southwest, particularly Texas, California, or Arizona, it is important that you know about a fungal infection called coccidioidomycosis. It is also known as San Joaquin Fever or Valley Fever (VF). This fungus can pose a sig
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Cat Eye Problems: Squinting, Cloudy Eye & Other Injury Issues
Cat eye problems are one of the most common health issues that felines face & can cause permanent damage if left untreated. ✓ Learn more with Pets Best!
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Vet Issues Warning About Fly Bites On Dogs
A vet has warned dog owners over the dangers of fly bites which appear as large red blotches on the skin and what to do if you notice your dog has been bitten.
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Keep Your Dog Safe from Accidents - Whole Dog Journal
In a 48-hour period last weekend, three dogs who are very close to me ended up in veterinary emergency rooms. It was a very weird aggregation of events – but each event was avoidable, and each dog’s owner has taken responsibility for their dog’s pot
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I Was Threatened With Eviction — But This All-Natural Solution Saved Me -
Aggression. Digestive issues. Destruction. And barking—so much barking. That’s what I was facing on a daily basis, every time I’d leave my beautiful dog alone. I was worried and stressed—I didn’t know what to do anymore. Between angry neighbors,
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9 Brands of Dog Food Recalled Due to Potentially Toxic Levels of Vitamin D
The FDA is alerting pet owners about recalls of several dry dog foods after receiving complaints that dogs eating the food experienced vitamin D toxicity.
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New Research: Does Neutering Help With Aggression?
It's long been accepted that neutering will help improve behavior. But what does does research show? Does Neutering Help With Aggression?
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Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs: Holistic Treatment Options
Congestive heart failure in dogs: what is this serious condition, how is it treated and is there any way to prevent it? Here's what you need to know.
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How To Train Your Pet To Get Their Teeth Brushed
If you’re one of the few pet owners whose cat or dog doesn’t easily sit through a full toothbrushing session without complaint, here’s some help. Some pets will buck, roll, and squirm away the first couple times you try and brush their teeth. But it
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Dog Limping: Possible Causes and Treatments
When your dog is limping it s time to consult with a veterinarian. They may have you rest your dog and monitor at home for 24-48 hours depending on the severity of the problem. If the limp doesn t improve or worsens, they will likely have you come in for
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CBD & Dogs: A Primer | The Bark
Brought to you by Innovet Pet Products For both people and animals, medicine tends to trend high-tech. One of the most promising new veterinary drug therapies, however, incorporates ingredients derived from cannabis, a plant that’s been in use by humans
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What is Chondroitin and How Can It Help My Dog?
Degenerative joint disease can make your pet feel achy. But can you prevent it? We explain everything you need to know about chondroitin and how it can help your dog.
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Yes - You Can Manage Dog Eye Problems Naturally!
Dog eye problems can be scary - but knowing the anatomy and the cause of the issues can help you manage them at home, naturally.
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Please Don’t Panic About the “Grain-Free Thing”
Please note that the FDA s headline did not say anything about grain-free diets causing heart problems though almost all the blog posts and articles in other publications have been saying exactly that.
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Dog Conjunctivitis: Can Dogs Get Pink Eye?
Conjunctivitis, commonly known as “pink eye,” can be a real pain in the eye. A dog’s eye, however, is different from a human’s eye because the conjunctiva is usually less visible, so the telltale sign of redness in the eye can be missed even if yo
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Why Many Pets Need Special Food Later in Life
The pet food industry claims that the dietary needs of dogs and cats are more complex than ever, but are they really?
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The Effective Pain Treatment Your Vet May Not Want to Talk About
Studies show it's useful for managing pain due to arthritis, and pet owners are even reporting success with anxiety, behavior issues and seizure disorders.
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Mast Cell Tumors Can Be Deadly, Mimics Many Skin Problems
Both dogs and cats can get a malignant mast cell tumor inside or outside on their bodies; depending on its location and timing, it can be deadly.
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Astaxanthin For Dogs: Protect Against Cancer, Joint Pain And More
Astaxanthin for dogs is a Super Antioxidant every dog needs! Dr Deva Khalsa explains what it is and how you can use it to benefit your dog.
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Spring Pet Allergies
Learn common causes and symptoms of spring pet allergies so you and your four-legged friends can enjoy the new spring air without allergy symptoms!
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The Best Freeze-Dried Raw Dog Foods of 2018
Most of the ingredients in freeze-dried diets are raw and/or very lightly processed. All the freeze-dried raw diets we reviewed are grain-free not because we think grains are inappropriate in these foods; it s the food manufacturers who seem to have decid
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How This Special Fiber Fights Cancer In Dogs - Dogs Naturally Magazine
Not all sugar is bad for your dog. In this article, we reveal the one sugar that's actually good for your dog and how it can help stop cancer in its tracks.
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National Pet Obesity Awareness Day
The APOP 2016 clinical survey recently reported that nearly 54 percent of dogs and 59 percent of cats are clinically overweight or obese.
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Transitioning Your Cat to Raw Food Diet Part 2
Learn the step-by-step process for moving your finicky feline from canned food to an optimally healthy raw food diet.
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Canine Hormone Support for Spayed or Neutered Dogs
Use Canine Hormone Support to help counter the hormonal effects of spaying and neutering and to give your dog the gift of balance.
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Why Your Pet May Be Constipated - It May Not Be What You Think
Cats and dogs occasionally get constipated. It's important to find out what's causing the problem and the best way to resolve it.
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Pet Probiotics | Probiotics for Dogs & Cats
Probiotics for dogs and cats boost pets' immunity, support digestion, aid metabolism, improve nutrient production and absorption, and promote oral health.
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How to Recognize Dental Disease in Your Pet
Learn how to recognize dental disease in your dog from veterinarian Dr. Fiona, for Pets Best pet health insurance for dogs and cats.
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Vomiting Cat. Normal or Something to Worry About?
While this can be a ‘clean-up’ hassle, a vomiting cat is usually related something minor like your cat eating too quickly, eating too much, or eating
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Preventing Liver Disease In Dogs - Dogs Naturally Magazine
Our toxic environment can cause liver disease in dogs. We'll show you how to know when your dog's liver is out of balance and how to safely intervene.
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How to Brush Your Pet's Teeth
Learn how to brush your dog or cat's teeth, from veterinarian Dr. Fiona.
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Humans' Use Of Pain-Relief Creams Proves Fatal To Felines : Shots - Health News
Three cats died after their owners used an anti-inflammatory cream used to treat arthritis. The Food and Drug Administration warns to keep drugs away from pets; a tiny bit can be toxic.
