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There is no such thing as a starter pet

There is no such thing as a starter pet

Caring for a Small Animal Is a Big Commitment Thinking of getting a fish, guinea pig, hamster, rabbit, chinchilla, reptile, bird, or other small animal because it will be “easier”...
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Eating Table Scraps and Raw Food May Help Protect Dogs Against Stomach Issues

Eating Table Scraps and Raw Food May Help Protect Dogs Against Stomach Issues

New research finds a link between the foods puppies eat and their gut health later in life   As it turns out, it may not be such a bad idea...
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Domesticated Cats: Through the Years

Domesticated Cats: Through the Years

What's your cat doing right now? Napping? Begging for food? Batting around a toy mouse? What happened in the history of cats to transform this once wild creature into a...
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Why do cats stick their tongue out

Why do cats stick their tongue out

As a cat parent, you've seen your kitty's tongue hanging out plenty of times. But why do cats stick their tongue out?

There are a few reasons that we'll explain here. This behaviour could be symptomatic of your cat's health and wellness or just standard cat conduct. Read on to learn more.

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Do dogs dream?

Do dogs dream?

We’ve all watched our dogs demonstrate behaviors in their sleep that resemble what they do in a fully awake state. Paddling legs, whining, growling, wagging tails, chewing jowls, and twitching noses inspire us to wonder what our dogs are dreaming about.
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Plants and Foods That Are Poisonous to Pets

Plants and Foods That Are Poisonous to Pets

Dangerous Indoor Plants Some plants are obviously harmful to pets, such as poison ivy, oak, or sumac. But pet owners may be shocked to find out that dogs and cats...
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Can Animals Get Coronavirus? What to Know About Pets and COVID-19

Can Animals Get Coronavirus? What to Know About Pets and COVID-19

There are very few instances of pets acquiring the virus, and there's no evidence that pets can easily transmit the virus to people, but a new report suggests cat-to-cat transmission is possible. Find out what experts have to say about the virus that causes COVID-19.
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Health Check: what bugs can you catch from your pets?

Health Check: what bugs can you catch from your pets?

Household pets are often a great source of joy and have positive effects on our mental well-being. For most of us, this outweighs the risk of coming into contact with any...
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