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anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor eating plan
Special Species

The Best Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Tumor Eating Plan

A certain gene in cats, dogs and horses - the CD33 gene - controls inflammation, and more CD33 genes can mean a longer, healthier life. While you can't do anything about the number of these genes your pet is born with, there's plenty you can do to help at mealtime.
5 min read
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Dog Tips

Diarrhea Remedies Straight Out of Mother Nature's Handbook

When do loose stools warrant a visit to the vet and when can you safely treat it at home? What to do for the first 12 hours to help your pet's GI tract rest and repair. Plus, the best food to feed to help reverse loose stools and specialized treatments straight from Mother Nature.
9 min read
long lived cats
Cat Tips

The Secret to Helping Your Cat Live a Long, Healthy Life

It's not unusual for well-cared for cats to live into their late teens and 20s, as the diseases they are likely to encounter are primarily lifestyle related. There are eight ways you can help increase the odds of your cat living a long, healthy life - how many of them are you doing now?
8 min read
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Dog Tips

The Barbaric Procedure Your Dog Should Never Have to Endure

Some dog owners remain steadfast about the 'need' to perform this procedure. But it is a cruel and inhumane procedure that leads to lifetime afflictions - chronic gagging, compromised airway access, and more. And it destroys your dog's ability to 'talk' to you.
5 min read
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Dog Tips

Training Your Dog To Be the Perfect Walking Partner

Do you dread taking your dog for a walk? Whether your dog is still a pup or fully grown, there are steps you can take to help your pet become the perfect walking partner. Be aware of this mistake that many owners unknowingly make and 10 reasons to avoid this popular type of leash.
7 min read