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Dog Tips

Walk Through These Doors, Your Odds for Good Care Vanish

Watch out, they're popping up everywhere like mushrooms after a soaking rain. And the risk is all yours if you walk through their doors with your pet. Be forewarned, the horror stories are real. Your pet's well-being may be at stake.

Cat Tips

America's Favorite Pet — What Makes Them So Magical?

If you're one of the owners of these 96 million pets, you probably already know what makes them special. Here are 13 reasons just in case you need a refresher, or if you're one of the 54% of households who may not know what makes them so magical.

Dog Tips

Dozens of German Shepherds Help Protect Tigers in India

How can a German Shepherd protect a tiger? By learning special training in one of their most prized skills — an ability to find — they're helping track down poachers and stop the illegal trade of wildlife products.

Dog Tips

Itchy, Inflamed Ears? Don't Make These Common Mistakes

There are a lot of misconceptions among pet parents about what causes itchy, inflamed and infected ears, and how best to deal with them. These two common mistakes can actually make the situation worse. Know your best course of action for your pet's safety and comfort.

Food Facts

Beets: Can This Bright Root Really Help Your Pet Thrive?

According to animal studies, the brilliant pigments in this food offer neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects. What's the best way to add it to your pet's meals? Read here to find out.

Special Species

Outlawed in 6 States, These Exotic Critters Make Great Companions

As long as you don't live in any of these locations that are off limits, and you know what you're getting into, these domesticated animals can make wonderful pets. Just make sure you learn all you can first, including their unique nutritional and behavioral needs, as they're not for everyone.

Food Facts

Avocado: Is This Popular Fruit a Safe and Tasty Choice for Pets?

A beloved fruit enjoyed everywhere, its unique composition of healthy fats may help promote optimal wellness for your pet, too.

Cat Tips

People Think This Shows Love for Their Pet — This Study Proves Otherwise

Owners often (silently) fear their pet will become aggressive and depressed if they don't demonstrate their 'love' for their pet this way. In reality, the opposite was true. This study showed it made their pet more affectionate, cuddly, and demonstrative, and less manipulative.

Dog Tips

Malignant Mast Cell Tumor Resolves with 1 Simple Therapy

Often found on the trunk, limbs and between the toes of many popular breeds of dogs, these tumors can spread and recur after surgery. With his owner rejecting surgery, chemo and radiation, this 7-year-old canine patient lived to age 15 with no recurrence after this one therapy.

Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Walk Through These Doors, Your Odds for Good Care Vanish

America's Favorite Pet — What Makes Them So Magical?

Dozens of German Shepherds Help Protect Tigers in India

Itchy, Inflamed Ears? Don't Make These Common Mistakes

Beets: Can This Bright Root Really Help Your Pet Thrive?

Outlawed in 6 States, These Exotic Critters Make Great Companions

Avocado: Is This Popular Fruit a Safe and Tasty Choice for Pets?

People Think This Shows Love for Their Pet — This Study Proves Otherwise

Malignant Mast Cell Tumor Resolves with 1 Simple Therapy

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