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Dog Tips

Save Yourself the Heartache — Avoid This Crossbreed

This one is far better left unbred. Popular and lucrative, breeders often fail to mention the downsides - and there are many. By age 3, these animals are unhappy, stubbornly aggressive, urinate and defecate indoors, and do untold damage to everything you own. No wonder abandonment is so common.
— 10 min read
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Cat Tips

Is Your Pet Helping You Stay Mentally Sharp?

Can caring for a dog, cat or other animal companion for five years or longer actually affect your cognitive health? This study of 1,369 Medicare beneficiaries sheds light on one of the lesser known yet wondrous benefits of pet ownership, on top of the mental health benefits for people of all ages.
— 5 min read
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Dog Tips

Avoid This — Thwarts Your Efforts to House Train Your Pup

This common mistake is the No. 1 risk factor for failure to house train your pup. It's like shooting yourself in the foot and will frustrate you like crazy. In fact, it's a major culprit behind many dog relinquishments. So do these 4 things at the beginning, and live life with no regrets.
— 10 min read
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Dog Tips

The 'Stinky' Infection That Eludes Many Pet Parents

This common infection can persist undetected, as owners often chalk it off as a 'stinky dog smell.' However, the fungus can affect how your pet's immune system responds and trigger a systemic inflammatory cascade, resulting in extreme itching. Here's how to recognize and treat it.
— 7 min read
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Dog Tips

How Your Dog's Food Influences Her Skin Health

If your dog suffers with dermatitis or itchy skin, it's important to discover the underlying cause and take a close look at the food you're feeding. This type of food activates the skin's immune defense system and the expression of genes that can help calm inflammation.
— 6 min read
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Dog Tips

The Popular Sources of Omega-3s That Fall Short on Benefits

These sources of omega-3 fatty acids are what's usually included in commercial pet food, but they don't provide the many benefits you expect from DHA and EPA. In one study, tests showed dogs supplemented with another source of omega-3s had much higher levels after only three weeks.
— 9 min read
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Cat Tips

How Carbs Can Severely Damage Your Cat's Health

In spite of what many conventional veterinarians and pet food makers claim, nature did not design felines to digest carbohydrates. They simply don't have the enzymes required to thoroughly break down grains and starches. Here's what can happen to your kitty when you feed her carb-containing food.
— 6 min read
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