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Stroke Symptoms Can Come on Like Gangbusters, Even in Pets

Cats and dogs can suffer from strokes just like people. Pet parents remark that one minute their pet's fine, the next he was down and couldn't get up. They're relatively rare, but when they occur they demand fast action. So you'll be glad you familiarized yourself with these symptoms.

Cat Tips

Bobcat Fever Infects Midwest Cat

Bobcat fever, a tick-borne illness formally known as cytauxzoonosis, was diagnosed in a southern Illinois cat. If your cat spends time outdoors in an area where bobcats or ticks are present, be on the lookout for this life-threatening disease, which can prove to be fatal without early treatment.

Dog Tips

What We've Learned From 10,978 Ticks

Ticks were harvested from 1,494 dogs and 336 cats for one of the largest tick studies ever. Certain species are expanding their territory. Ticks are now year-round pests, and they can be carried indoors on clothing and pets. One thing that hasn't changed? How I recommend protecting your pet.

Cat Tips

REDIRECTED -- Do You Worry That Your Pet Could Outlive You?

Should advancing age stop you from adopting a new pet? What if you became ill and could no longer care for your beloved companion? An estimated half a million dogs and cats are euthanized each year after their owners pass away, but it doesn't have to be that way.

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Finicky Pets Might Dislike This, but It Helps Fight Tumors

Can help boost your pet's ability to fight cancer, shed toxins, cleanse the blood, and more. The nutrients are amazingly bioavailable, far better than any supplement. So it's worth trying to get them to eat it. How to do it right, whether or not your pet loves the first bite.

Dog Tips

The Angels Among Us Adopting Unwanted, Imperfect Pets

Cute young pets get adopted at record speed, while certain groups of less-adoptable pets can spend years waiting in animal shelters for their forever homes. Tragically, some of these 'less-prefect' pets - especially senior pets - never make it out alive. Do you have what it takes to be an 'angel?'

Dog Tips

7 Ways to Help Stop Your Pet's Allergies in Their Tracks

This is the first thing I check for when a dog or cat shows signs of seasonal allergies. I've discovered it's usually the catalyst behind worsening allergies. If your pet is suffering from extreme itchiness or these other signs, make sure you take these 7 steps to help give your pet lasting comfort.

Cat Tips

The Tricky Disease That Affects 95% of Cats Over 10

Now at epidemic levels, this disease is easy to spot because of its distinct symptoms, even though it can be challenging for your veterinarian to diagnose. Make sure your vet uses this test for a clear diagnosis & monitoring, as its treatment may require delicate balance to protect kidney function.

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Dog Tips

Does Your Flea and Tick Preventive Contain Carcinogens?

If you're using these popular (and vet recommended) flea and tick preventives, be aware. The insecticide they use is a possible human carcinogen. In addition, this other ingredient is linked to neurological adverse effects that don't stop with your pet. Here's what I recommend instead.

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