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10 beagle facts
Dog Tips

One of the Loudest Dogs You'll Ever Hear

Don't bring this dog home if you live in an apartment, or 'must have' quiet. They're loud and gregarious, friendly, and immensely popular. Their name comes from the Middle French word for 'wide throat.' One is even part of a famous cartoon strip with an active imagination.
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Dog Tips

Welcoming 'Unwanted Love' Into Your Heart and Home

Now the No. 1 way of acquiring a new pet in the US, it's just one of many reasons to celebrate National Dog Day today. Whether or not you own a dog, you're sure to find inspiration here from this list of 20 unique ways to celebrate your special pup.
5 min read
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Cat Tips

Does Your Cat Show This Problematic Dog-Like Conduct?

Definitely not normal for cats and is a telltale sign of a problem - most likely one of these 4 things. One of them is a situation that could affect your own health, too. Here's the very first thing I'd do if it were my kitty. Even then, you'll probably need to enlist the help of your vet.
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Cat Tips

5 Things to Do Now if Your Cat Won't Eat

When your cat stops eating, it's a big deal. Unlike dogs, a kitty not eating for as little as 16 hours can suffer from a life-threatening cascade in which her body starts sending cells to the liver to convert to energy. Don't wait until it is too late - do these five things now to entice her to eat.
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Dog Tips

3 Things Never to Do When Picking Up Your Dog

Do this wrong, and your pet might not bite or bark. But that doesn't mean you're not causing harm. Believe me, this is something countless well-meaning pet parents get wrong. And it can mean the difference between comfort and trust, or injury and great harm.
5 min read
cat excessive hunger
Cat Tips

This Dietary Condition Can Starve Your Pets

If your cat especially suddenly develops a ravenous appetite, watch out, it could be any of these 12 conditions. And if you make the mistake that many owners do and just feed your pet more food, if it's this condition, she can literally starve to death. Please be aware of the signs.
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