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Cat Tips

Your Cat's Grooming Habits — What's Normal and What's Not?

A normal feline behavior, self-grooming consumes a large chunk of a cat's awake time. But when does it exceed the norm and turn into a compulsive disorder? Here's how to tell if your kitty is an overgroomer.

Dog Tips

The Two Germiest Pet Items in Your Home

Your pet is less likely to be bothered by these germy things than you are. Unfortunately, the list of potential pathogens is long and risky. Because of the risk, it's critical to take these actions to safeguard your home.

Dog Tips

Can Trigger Blindness, so Please Don't Ignore

Often characterized by vets as urgent but it's smart to know when urgent turns into an emergency, so you don't waste time when moments can define whether or not your pet loses her vision, or her eye. Plus, this simple trick can be a godsend as a quick prevention tool.

Cat Tips

It's Like a Pandora's Box for Your Poor Pet

This singular-sounding disorder mimics so many far-ranging issues it's a nightmare to try to figure out what's really going on. Fortunately, if you eliminate some or all of these five common triggers, you hedge your bets against problems.

Cat Tips

Why the Friendliest Cats Happen To Be This Color

Is it a coincidence or could it be in their genes? These kitties appear to be extra-special and their owners were more likely to describe them as 'friendly' when surveyed. Indeed, researchers have found their coat color is associated with even more physical and behavioral differences.

Dog Tips

Don't Ignore These Warning Signs of Pet Abuse

Do you know anyone who does this? It's now a Group A crime with FBI involvement, similar to other crimes you're already familiar with. And make no mistake — authorities are becoming savvier about whether it was this or an accident. Here are the signs of each.

Dog Tips

How to Reduce Your Pet's Toxic Load, and Why It's So Important

Your pet's body is under near-constant assault from pollutants that can overwhelm their organs of detoxification, including their immune system. Learn how your pet is being exposed to toxins, how to limit that exposure and steps you can take to help their body detoxify safely.

Dog Tips

Is Your Pet at Risk for This Rare Chest Condition?

This condition causes fluid to build up in your pet’s chest, usually caused by an unknown origin. While life-threatening, the prognosis is good once treatment is administered.

Cat Tips

The Curly-Haired Cat Breed People Are Going Nuts Over

He'll cuddle on your lap, make you laugh at his crazy antics and is intelligent enough to open drawers (puzzle toys are a good stand-in). Plus, he'll get along well with people, kids and other pets. Which is fortunate, because everyone wants to touch his unusual coat.

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