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Special Species

This Misunderstood Farm Animal That's Playful Like a Dog

Contrary to what you might believe, this animal species is highly intelligent and psychologically complex. They're empathetic and very social in their interactions with others and love to run and carry or shake balls and sticks. Should they have rights like other intelligent creatures?

Food Facts

The Citrus Fruit Pet Parents Always Ask About

Known for its juicy, sweet taste, this fruit's popularity shouldn't come as a surprise. But did you know that it's loaded with bioactive compounds that may help boost your pet's immunity?

Cat Tips

Dogs Get This Special Care 5 Times More Often Than Cats, but Why?

Why do dogs get this preferential treatment so much more often than cats? A pet food company surveyed over 1,000 cat and dog owners and what they discovered was stunning. It says a great deal about this type of care, and why cats are so often shortchanged.

Cat Tips

This Beautiful Pet Will Favor Your Lap Over Most Anything Else

She's a fanciful 'breed' that's been developed through human intervention, and if looks are any indication, she won't disappoint. You won't find her leaping to high spaces or darting around your home. She'll be most content napping on a soft pillow — or your lap.

Dog Tips

The World's Smallest Dog Has a Big Secret

Love small dogs? Check out these cuties — they're one of the longest living breeds, and they are fiercely loyal to their human. Here's the best place to locate your perfect pet, and the breeding variation to avoid at all costs.

Dog Tips

For Your Pet's Sake, Avoid These 2 Food Ingredients

Don't buy into industry marketing. These ingredients may be promoted as essential, but your pet doesn't need them. One is often genetically modified, while the other may disrupt colon health and increase stool output.

Dog Tips

This Pet Crisis Needs Urgent Action, but Don’t Ignore These Other 13 Signs

These 14 signs should all trigger a call to your vet. But one requires immediate emergency care. It's sudden, always serious, and always urgent. Don't delay. The rest are more forgiving in response time but deserve attention. Does your precious pet show any of these?

Dog Tips

What This 90,000-Dog Study Reveals About Purebred Versus Mixed Breed Health

Depending on whether your dog is a purebred, a 'designer' dog or a mutt, you probably believe he or she has the advantage of better health. But what does this 15-year study of 90,000 dogs reveal? You may be surprised.

Food Facts

Eggplant: The Purple Veggie Most Pet Parents Overlook

Known for its deep purple color, this versatile vegetable contains compounds that may help fight inflammation and other conditions. Plus, it can be served in various ways.

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

This Misunderstood Farm Animal That's Playful Like a Dog

The Citrus Fruit Pet Parents Always Ask About

Dogs Get This Special Care 5 Times More Often Than Cats, but Why?

This Beautiful Pet Will Favor Your Lap Over Most Anything Else

The World's Smallest Dog Has a Big Secret

For Your Pet's Sake, Avoid These 2 Food Ingredients

This Pet Crisis Needs Urgent Action, but Don’t Ignore These Other 13 Signs

What This 90,000-Dog Study Reveals About Purebred Versus Mixed Breed Health

Eggplant: The Purple Veggie Most Pet Parents Overlook

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