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national mutt day 2024
Dog Tips

Should You Adopt a Shelter Dog With Behavior Issues?

Today is National Mutt Day, and I'm addressing one of the biggest elephants in the room about shelter dogs: behavior challenges. While it's true that more than half of dogs at any shelter may be there because of behavior problems, here's what you need to know about these abandoned pups.
— 5 min read
pet vaccines
Dog Tips

If Your Vet Shames You Like This, High-Tail It Out of There

They're pulling out new stops with name-calling, shaming and belittling you. Don't put up with this kind of arrogance implying you're a freaking idiot. In so many ways, you're more knowledgeable than your accuser. As a bonus, here's how to turn the tables on shaming vets.
— 7 min read
cat hyperbaric oxygen therapy
Cat Tips

Could This New Therapy Save Your Pet’s Life?

Discover the groundbreaking treatment that saved a local cat's life. The results left veterinarians astonished and could be a game-changer for your furry friend. Learn how this innovative approach is offering new hope.
— 4 min read
tick borne diseases in dogs
Dog Tips

One of the Nastiest Parasites That Could Latch Onto Your Dog

These little bloodsuckers are out of control in most areas of the US, and claiming more territory all the time. They can make your dog deathly ill with far-reaching symptoms. Fortunately, there are 5 ways to pull the rug out from under these awful critters.
— 5 min read
pool safety tips for dogs
Dog Tips

Ready to Make Your Pup a Swimming Pro?

Explore the best ways to get your furry friend ready for the pool. From choosing the right life jackets to practicing supervised play, ensure your dog's safe and fun swimming experience all summer long.
— 5 min read
smoke dangers pets
Dog Tips

Want to Spare Your Pet From Cancer? Stop Smoking Cigarettes

It's bad enough for you. But doing this can be even worse for pets who spend their time in the house and on the floor, soaking in carcinogenic toxins day in and day out. And it's not just cancer. It's linked to respiratory diseases in dogs, outright death in birds, and more.
— 5 min read
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