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Dog Tips

7 Easter Hazards All Pet Parents Need to Know About

The perils of chocolate Easter bunnies may not come as a surprise to most dog owners, but there are a half dozen other potential threats you need to know about if you share your home with a cat or dog. One little-known, highly toxic hazard has only become a serious problem in recent years.
— 5 min read
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Dog Tips

15 Easy-to-Miss Signs of Anxiety in Dogs

Like humans, dogs can experience feelings of anxiety. Your dog may not always show obvious symptoms, like hiding, shaking or howling, so know these much more subtle signs. To get to the root of the anxiety, try these soothing options to help calm your pup's nerves naturally.
— 4 min read
dog bloating
Dog Tips

Is Your Dog at Risk for Bloat? These Mistakes Can Be Deadly

Especially if you're the pet parent of a large or giant breed dog, be aware, your dog may be on this list of breeds at highest risk for bloat and gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV), a life-threatening emergency in dogs. This alarming study reveals factors that can put your pet at even higher risk.
— 8 min read
cat irritable bowel syndrome
Cat Tips

Why Your Cat May Have a 'Sensitive Stomach'

Does your kitty experience recurring diarrhea and/or constipation? Does she sometimes vomit or appear to be in pain? Digestive issues can occur for a number of reasons, so it's important to rule out this list of conditions. Know what tests your cat may need, along with the best food to feed.
— 9 min read
probiotics for pets
Dog Tips

3 Must-Haves for a Pet Probiotic

The GI tract of dogs and cats is much different from yours, so one of the biggest mistakes you can make when choosing a pet probiotic is to assume human probiotics will work just fine. Here's what to look for when selecting an effective high-quality probiotic for your cat or dog.
— 4 min read
dog gastritis
Dog Tips

What You Need to Know When Your Dog Vomits

Gastritis - or inflammation of the gastrointestinal lining - can be either short-term, or acute, or chronic, lasting more than seven days. So, what causes both forms and what should you do when vomiting occurs? Know when to call your vet and how to help your dog feel better fast.
— 4 min read
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