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Dog Tips

The Face That Tricks Every Pet Parent

That heartbreaking, apologetic little face your dog makes when you come home to a mess is not a confession — it is one of the most misread expressions in the animal kingdom, and what is actually happening will change how you handle the moment forever.
— 9 min read
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Dog Tips

Watch Out for This Synthetic Vitamin — It's a Liver Toxin

Even in very small amounts, ingestion of this common vitamin on a daily basis may cause harm to liver and red blood cells, and perhaps even your pet's kidneys, lungs, and other tissues. Check your pet's raw, cooked, kibble, and canned food labels now for this easily identifiable ingredient.
— 6 min read
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Special Species

The Aquarium Crew That Doesn't Include a Single Fish

If fish and birds aren't your thing, and a cat or dog doesn't fit your lifestyle, consider one (or more) of these creatures that can actually improve your health. They take up less than a few square feet of space, entertain themselves while you're away, and don't need walks.
— 4 min read
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Special Species

Crocodiles' Eyes Are Uniquely Suited for Ambush Hunting

Insights into crocodile vision explain how they can lie in wait, seemingly motionless, until prey approach and then launch a surprise attack with startling precision. Their eyes, though less precise than human vision overall, are uniquely suited for this type of ambush hunting.
— 4 min read
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Dog Tips

Could Your Pet's Clean-Up Crew Use a Hand?

There's a system inside your dog that quietly clears waste, filters toxins, and defends against infections around the clock. And unlike the heart, it has no pump of its own, meaning your daily habits play a bigger role in its performance than you might realize.
— 7 min read
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Dog Tips

Has Pet Health Taken a Back Seat to Convenience Food?

Processed pet food and human food have something in common: the former is made from the waste of the latter. Yes, waste. If not for the existence of food deemed 'unfit for human consumption,' there would be no processed pet food in its current form.
— 5 min read
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Food Facts

The Meaty Superfood Worth Sharing

It's one of the best types of foods you can share with pets, as it's loaded with antioxidants that can boost immunity, slow down aging, and promote mitochondrial health.
— 9 min read