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Mycotoxins in Cat Food Responsible for Over 350 Deaths

Tragically, more than 350 cats died in 2021 from a group of blood-related deficiencies, and investigators are just now releasing their findings. It appears a certain ingredient in cat food was to blame, but this isn't a new problem. The issue still exists especially in this popular type of cat food.

Dog Tips

12 Great Reasons to Adopt a Shelter Pet

Did you know you can often adopt a pet from a shelter or rescue for a fraction of the price of buying one? And possibly save on early ownership costs and receive valuable new owner support? With many more compel-ling reasons to adopt, help make yours a success by asking these five questions.

Cat Tips

8 Sounds Your Cat Uses to Communicate

Chances are if you share your home with a feline, you've heard most if not all of these vocalizations, but do you know what they mean? While cats may make more than 21 different sounds, these eight are the ones you are most likely to hear.

Dog Tips

Why You Can't Trust 'Natural' Pet Foods

Many pet parents choose pet food labeled 'natural' because they believe it is healthier. This major pet food company has been caught taking advantage of owners' blind perceptions and now finds itself embroiled in a lawsuit for its misleading practices and two harmful ingredients in its food.

Cat Tips

The Secret to Healing Stubborn Wounds

With antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria on the rise, it's becoming increasingly challenging to treat open and infected wounds. This easy-to-find substance has been used throughout history to effectively treat infections - and it's clinically proven to eradicate bacteria.

Cat Tips

6 Ways to Tell if Cats Are Playing or Fighting

If you share your home with multiple cats, you may sometimes wonder if their interactions are friendly or aggressive - or a mixture of both.

Dog Tips

Big Pet Food's Newest By-Product Whitewashing Scam

It's a fact: The ultraprocessed pet food industry uses human food waste, aka by-products, in pet food, including ingredients that failed inspection and others that aren't fit for consumption by humans or animals. Here's how industry is working to reshape your perception of these 'leftovers.'

Dog Tips

FDA Warning About Spot-on Flea and Tick Product Remains

If you are using these popular flea and tick preventives on your pet, be aware of this warning from the US FDA that still remains. Researchers have found the serious adverse events from these products to be much higher that previously reported.

Cat Tips

Do Added Flavors Help Kitty 'Make the Medicine Go Down?'

It's no secret that cats are notoriously finicky when it comes to swallowing liquid medications or pills. In this study of 46 healthy cats, researchers set out to see if adding different flavors to the formulas might help. Find out which flavor impressed the cats the least.

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