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10/14/2018

Carnivorous cats can't cope on carbohydrates.

Nowadays, it’s easier than ever to live a vegan lifestyle. But what about your pets? The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center weighs in on this diet trend, and explains why, while it may be safe for you, it might not be so beneficial for your pets. Read more and get the facts today!

10/08/2018

What is catnip anyway? http://bit.ly/2KoR826

10/04/2018

Roundworms aren’t just a danger to your dog; they can infect humans too.

What can grow to be 7 inches long, lay up to 200,000 eggs per day, and live in your pet’s intestines?

10/03/2018

Cat scratch fever: What it is, how you can get it, and how to prevent it.

No, it’s not a myth. A cat scratch or bite really can make you sick.

09/27/2018

This chart will tell you how old your cat really is.

Beginning at around age 9, your cat enters senior years. At this stage, cats often begin to develop diseases common to their senior-human counterparts, such as diabetes, heart disease, hyperthyroidism, kidney disease and cancer.

09/24/2018

When is your pet "old?" What kind of health problems will they have? Can pets become senile? Get answers to your most pressing senior pet questions.

Pets are living longer than ever before. learn about problems facing older pets, and how their owners and veterinarians can best handle their special needs.

09/23/2018

“Deaf dogs hear with their hearts.”
Find out what makes deaf dogs so special during National Deaf Dog Awareness Week.

Why do Deaf Dogs Rock? One of my top reasons I think they rock is because I love how much they love each other. Our Deaf Dogs Rock community call deaf dogs "velcro dogs" because they not only stick to their humans like a second shadow, but they also attach themselves to

09/19/2018

Human pain medications can be dangerous for dogs. Try these pain relief options instead.

As tempting as it may be to give pain meds to your dog, dogs should not take ibuprofen or aspirin. Learn what to give dogs for pain relief on petMD.com.

09/18/2018

Human and canine pain medications can be toxic to cats.

When your cat's in pain, pain meds may not be the best option to help them. Learn why some pain meds can be deadly to cats & what to give them for the pain.

09/17/2018

Learn how to recognize pain behaviors in your cat or dog.

What if you couldn’t tell your doctor that you were in pain? Animals suffer from pain just like we do. Pain comes in many forms: surgical pain, arthritis and cancer, just to name a few. Acute pain is obvious and distressing. Chronic pain can be subtle, and masked as “getting old” or “slowing...

09/13/2018

These human foods are yummy and generally good for your dog.

These "people" foods make great low calorie treats for dogs.

09/12/2018

If your dog could tell you what is wrong, she would. Don't miss these unspoken clues that she is sick.

Dogs can tell us so much with their noises and body language, but can they tell us when they don't feel well? Check out the 5 most common signs your dog is sick.