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Cat Tips

The Remarkable Feline Sense of Smell: Better Than Dogs'?

Up until recently, we knew a lot about a cat's vision and hearing, but little about the workings of the feline nose. This in-depth study reveals how a unique dual-function nose helps cats adapt to their surroundings 100 times faster than some other types of noses.
— 5 min read
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Dog Tips

The Real Reason Dogs Eat Poop — and How to Make Them Stop

They don't do it because they think it's yummy or to gross you out. But there are a number of reasons why they might do it. Address the root cause, of course. But what you really want to know is how to stop this bizarre behavior. And there's really only one answer for that.
— 5 min read
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Dog Tips

How to Support Your Pet’s First Line of Defense

Want a back-door approach to help keep your pet healthy and protected from foreign invaders? Many pet parents don't realize the power in this strategy that reaches a whopping 70% of their pet's immune system. Just make sure the approach you choose meets these five criteria.
— 6 min read
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Interviews

Possible Culprit Discovered in Rising Pet Tumor Rates

He didn't expect to find this clue on his own two dogs' fur, but when he did, what he went on to uncover will alarm you about what your own dog or cat might be eating (most pets ARE fed this type of food). Find out exactly what variety of food he won't feed his dogs again ...
— 10 min read
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Dog Tips

What Never to Do for Your Melancholic Dog

Is your dog looking sad or even depressed? Don't make this mistake. It could backfire in a major way, and you certainly don't want that. Here are 5 ways to help him or her without sabotaging your own well-intentioned efforts.
— 5 min read