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The Truly Affectionate 'Pocket Pets' Few People Own

It's too bad only a small percentage of pet parents adopt these intelligent and charming creatures, as they offer many of the benefits that draw people to dogs and cats. Requiring only a fraction of the space as other pets, they will quickly become part of your family if you let them.
— 6 min read
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Cat Tips

Want a Pet to Hold and Cuddle? Consider These Giants

Although they can weigh as much as 20 pounds, that won't stop you from scooping her up and carrying her around or snuggling on the couch along with a good book. One of the most affectionate breeds you'll ever find, she'll love the cuddling just as much as you.
— 3 min read
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Interviews

How Kibble and Canned Food Affect Your Pet’s Health

Heat promotes interactions between sugars and proteins in foods, and the higher the heat used to process the food, the higher the levels of dietary AGEs. Find out what happens when your dog or cat consumes AGEs from the two highest heat ultraprocessed foods - kibble and canned food.
— 6 min read
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Dog Tips

These Chemicals in Pet Food May Trigger Age-Related Disease

Biochemical compounds called advanced glycation end-products are present in heat-processed pet foods, and are linked to aging and disease. Now, a groundbreaking scientific study is in the works to evaluate the effect of these substances on the health of dogs.
— 3 min read
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Dog Tips

If Your Pet Is Going Bald (Even in Spots), This Could Be Why

There are many potential reasons your dog's hair might become thin, fall out or fail to regrow after being clipped. Many are caused by an underlying condition that should be identified and treated promptly. But they likely fall within the parameters of these 8 triggers.
— 4 min read
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Dog Tips

Two Alternative Therapies That Work Wonders for Pain

Pain relief is one of the most common reasons owners seek out this alternative therapy. Yet that's not all it can do - it promotes muscle growth and tissue healing, can help asthma and dermatitis and reduce seizures in dogs. The other helps reduce the risk of injury and joint degeneration.
— 4 min read
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