Dumpster Kitten Finds a New Home
Hearing constant meowing outside, a woman found a lone kitten hanging around the dumpsters.
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Spritz Your Pet with This Kitchen Staple Today to Avoid Fleas
No one likes fleas. But that doesn't mean you need to douse your pet — and by extension, yourself and your children — with chemicals. Just grab this from your kitchen cabinet, mix with water and spritz it on your pet before heading outside. Fleas hate the smell and taste.
What Happens When This Invisible Eye Part Goes Bad?
Did you know your dog had this invisible eye part? Most pet parents don't, until its sudden appearance spooks them. If that happens, get it looked at asap. It could mean severe pain and possibly even blindness. Medical treatment is critical and time is of the essence.
Ignoring This Canine Eye Condition Could Lead to Blindness
As alarming as it is to first notice this condition in your pet's eyes, not acting swiftly could be a big mistake. Find out why cherry eye, or prolapse of the lacrimal gland inside the third eyelid, requires prompt professional attention for the sake of your pet's eyesight.
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.
Dog Finds Floating Ice Cubes Fascinating
It was a day like any other day. Then Gwen found ice cubes floating in her water.
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.
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.
High Heat Processing Creates Higher Levels of AGEs
It's indisputable. Studies find that processed dry and canned pet diets contain advanced glycation end products (AGEs). Dietary AGEs can be a factor in the development or worsening of many degenerative diseases.
