The Surprising Dark Side of These Popular Dog Breeds
These dogs come with a long list of innate diseases, including breathing difficulties, eye problems and the need for C-section delivery of litters.
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Cold, Lost Kitten ‘Kind of Captured My Heart’
A guy was hiking in minus-20-degree weather when he spotted a cold, lost kitten.
Don’t Ignore Teeth Grinding in Cats — It’s a Major Sign of Pain in Your Pet
It's common - but definitely NOT normal. If you've ever observed it, you know instinctively that something's wrong. By far the most common culprit is pain - sometimes excruciating pain. So you'll want to get to the bottom of it quickly, addressing both the pain and the underlying issue.
Navigating the Dos and Don’ts of Pet Treats
Putting these ideas to work will give you peace of mind that the treats you offer your dog or cat are safe and healthy.
Puppy and Kitten Bond From the First Day
Five years ago, a kitten and a pup became siblings. They're still each other's besties!
Why Your Dog Incessantly Sniffs and Pees on Walks
Researchers have found that there are very good reasons why many dogs sniff and pee repeatedly on a walk, and it may have little to do with actually relieving themselves. Especially if you own a smaller dog, you'll find these discoveries fascinating.
Beyond the Litter Box: The Global Impact of Free-Ranging Cats
Unlike many indoor-only cats who are finicky eaters, cats with unsupervised outdoor access eat a random assortment of animals, including reptiles, amphibians and emus.
Rare Recessive Gene May Explain Odd Cat, Bruce
Bruce is such a unique cat, the vet called him extremely rare. That meow proves it!
Weird Things That Dogs Do — And Why They Do Them
Chances are your dog does one or more of these quirky things and in turn, you've wondered, 'Why on earth is he doing this?' There's a good reason behind each of these strange canine habits, and two of them likely includes a message intended specially for you.
