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10 Best and Worst Holiday Foods for Pets

With the holiday’s right around the corner, there are several opportunities to indulge in family gatherings, parties and of course food, which also brings temptations to share your leftovers with your family pet. Even though pets really don’t need human food, there are some humans foods that are safe to give them in moderation and…

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Why Your Pets Seek You Out When Something’s Wrong

We all know pets do not tell us when something is wrong with them. They do however come to us when they are in pain, we just don’t realize it. Actions speak louder than words, and with pets, we have to understand that pets communicate with us in different ways. Looking past the obvious signs…

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Parvo (Parvovirus)

Parvovirus is a highly contagious and deadly viral disease that can become a life-threatening illness. The Parvovirus attacks rapidly dividing cells throughout the body and affects the intestinal tract. This virus also attacks the white blood cells and when animals are young, this can affect and damage the heart muscles and cause lifelong heart problems….

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Health Issues You Might Not Realize Your Pet Has

Every pet owner receives that post card in the mail reminding them to bring in their pet for a routine checkup or vaccinations. Even though your pet may be up to date on his or her vaccinations and seem to be in perfect health, those routine checkups are very important. Pets, just as well as…

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Why Does My Dog Always Lick Me?

Ever wonder why your dog licks you? Everyone knows that dogs lick to show love and affection to their owners, but what else can it mean? In this article, we are going to go over the general concept of licking, some reasons why dogs lick, what constitutes as excessive licking, what you can do to…

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The Right Way to Give Your Dog a Treat

How to Give Your Dog a Treat Whether you are using dog treats for training, encouraging good behavior, or just because you want to treat your dog to something special, everyone loves to give their dog a treat. Although giving your canine friend a treat is fun and rewarding for both you and him, as…

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How You Can Turn Your Feline Friend Into a Lap Cat

Heredity plays a big role in your kitten’s personality. A friendly mother or father usually results in friendly kittens, but you are also a big part in developing your kitten’s personality. Kitten’s between 3 and 7 weeks old who get handled with love and care from humans usually develop a friendly, loving personality. However, if…

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Are Rivers, Lakes, or Oceans Safe for Your Dog to Drink From?

Outdoor water sources, especially stagnant water, have the chance of containing chemicals and organisms that could potentially harm your dog. Some of the chemicals and organisms in the water could even put your personal health at risk too. Here are just a few things that could be in outdoor water sources: Bacteria can be in…

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Fireworks and Pets

Summer is a time of celebration. With Independence Day right around the corner, there are going to be many loud noises and bright lights from fireworks. Fireworks may be amusing for humans, but your cats and dogs may react differently to them. Some won’t be upset or disturbed by fireworks at all, while others may…

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Canine Influenza Virus (CIV)

A recent outbreak of the Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD) in dogs has taken place in the Chicago and upper Midwest areas. Many of the dogs with this illness have been tested positive for Canine Influenza Virus (CIV), which has been identified to be one of the causes of CIRD. These illnesses can be spread…

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