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Cat Tips

Put an End to Tormenting Itchy Skin and Incessant Scratching

You wouldn't ignore this if this happened to you. So take heed when it's your poor pet. And discover the hidden reason behind the itchy torment. Otherwise, not only will she be miserable, but through constant scratching she could create a secondary infection.
5 min read
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Dog Tips

Can Dogs Detect Carcinomas in Other Canines?

They can in humans, so why not other dogs? In this study of pet dogs trained to discriminate changes in the odor of healthy control and malignant tumor samples, they were accurate up to 98% of the time. Could this discovery be a lifesaver for your pet?
5 min read
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Special Species

This 'Bug' Has Religious Roots to Its Intriguing Name

According to legend, pests were destroying crops, so farmers began praying for help. Lo and behold ... these began to show up in the fields, and the crops were saved. Hence their name ... find out the whole story behind their name, and gain a new appreciation of these helpers.
5 min read
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Cat Tips

Through Your Cat's Eyes: 5 Ways to Enrich Her Environment

If you share your home with a feline, you may not realize it, but you truly are living with a 'captive animal.' Wild or not, I firmly believe all kitties should live indoors. Try these tactics today to help your cat adapt and feel more at ease living indoors with you.
7 min read