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Dog Tips

8 Ways Your Dog’s Personality Can Change Over Time

There's no question your dog changes physically as she ages, but what about behavior and temperament? Most owners expect their dogs to act the same throughout their lives, but this study of over 1,600 dogs suggests otherwise. Be prepared for these eight possible personality changes.
— 10 min read
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The Most Surprisingly Smart Animals

Many people already know that dogs and elephants are intelligent, but what about these other species? One 8-year old girl feeds one of these species in her back yard and has accumulated over 70 'gifts,' including a 'best friend' charm they've brought her in return.
— 5 min read
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Dog Tips

10 Symptoms That You Should Never, Ever Ignore

Sometimes when your pet is acting a little 'off,' you can take a wait-and-see approach. But if you notice any of these 10 symptoms, it's a different story. Failing to act promptly can mean blindness, or even death in many of these situations.
— 4 min read
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Dog Tips

When Your Dog's Poop Looks Like This, Visit Your Vet

Monitoring your pup's bathroom activity is the easiest way to know if she's feeling under the weather. If you see any of these 7 specific types of stool, it might be something mild or something serious enough to warrant a visit to your vet. Details follow ...
— 7 min read
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Dog Tips

When Your Dog's Panting Might Mean Trouble

Panting helps regulate body temperature and is your dog's way of sweating. But, abnormal panting may be a sign that something is wrong. Four ways to tell if your pet's panting is normal and 8 things that abnormal panting may be signaling.
— 5 min read
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Cat Tips

A Veterinary First: Treatment for Arthritis Pain

It's estimated that 14 million dogs and 90% of cats over age 12 in the US suffer from osteoarthritis, which can affect their quality of life. This recent FDA approval of a treatment for osteoarthritis pain may be a game changer for many pets in distress.
— 10 min read
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Cat Tips

3 Types of Food to Avoid to Protect Your Cat's Kidneys

It's estimated that over half of pet cats 10 years and older suffer from chronic kidney disease, and a possible contributing cause has been recently identified. To help safeguard your kitty's kidneys - at any age - steer clear of these three popular types of cat foods.
— 7 min read
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