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how to pick up a dog
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
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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.
4 min read
toxoplasma gondii
Special Species

The Link Between a Common Parasite and Mental Illness

The jury is still out on whether this brain parasite associated with certain household pets is causing mental illness in humans, but there does seem to be a link between the infection and schizophrenia. It’s known to change the behavior of rodents, and now wolves at Yellowstone.
5 min read
toad poisoning in dogs
Dog Tips

The Poisonous Threat to Your Dog You Probably Aren't Aware Of

Small but deadly, you'd probably be surprised to learn just how many dogs suffer from this toxin each year. Even if it merely touches your dog's water dish, it could prove fatal. Know the signs, because every wasted minute could cut your pup's chance of survival.
4 min read
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Dog Tips

If Your Dog Is Itchy or Your Cat Is Wheezy, Read This

Your pet may be miserable right now with seasonal allergies ... but how can you know for sure? Learn how to recognize an allergic pet, how to help your own dog or cat ... and what you must do to prevent your pet's seasonal sensitivities from becoming a year-round problem.
6 min read