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Cat Tips

10 Signs Your Cat May Be Suffering From a Deadly Deficiency

Cats require three times as much of this nutrient as dogs, so it's easy for them to develop a deficiency, especially if they eat canned or dried food. This nutrient is needed for proper nerve function, so a deficiency can lead to paralysis and even death in just a few weeks. Know the red flags.

Dog Tips

Warning: This Sugar Can Poison Your Pet

Many pet owners know to keep their pets (especially dogs) away from any traces of xylitol, but they likely don't know about this sugar that's really xylitol in disguise. Know what to look for on labels of food & nonfood items to save your pet from its potential side effects liver failure and death.

Dog Tips

Should You Share This Healthy Drink With Your Pet?

Many health-conscious pet parents consume this antioxidant-rich beverage and wonder if it's okay for their furry family members, too. It improves brain function and dental health, and reduces risk for malignancy, heart disease and diabetes in humans. Could it do the same for your pet?

Cat Tips

How Veterinarian Practices Are Becoming More Cat-Friendly

Many cats in the US haven't visited a veterinarian in the past year, and it may be because 58% of cat owners say their pets hate going to the vet. As of December 2022, 862 clinics were designated cat-friendly. What secrets are they using to help make even the most hesitant of kitties comfortable?

Cat Tips

The Secret to Getting Your Cat's Attention

While dogs will respond when either their owners or strangers speak directly to them, cats are wired much differently. But that doesn't mean your kitty isn't interested in communicating with you. Try what these researchers discovered and get ready for a different response.

Dog Tips

Getting Pets the Veterinary Care They Need

Close to 50 million pets in the US don't have access to basic veterinary care, and when they do have access, finances can get in the way. It's estimated that 66% of pets in low-income households have never been to a vet. Here are some options to help your pet get the care he or she needs.

Cat Tips

The Top 5 Genetic Diseases in Cats

Unlike purebred dogs and cats, most domestic cats reproduce without interference from humans. And that's a good thing as it helps dilute disease-causing genes, so non-pedigree cats acquire fewer inherited disorders. Here's how to help protect predisposed kitties from the top five genetic diseases.

Dog Tips

What You Need to Know About Fresh Meat Kibble

A study showed adding fresh meat to a kibble formula results in higher concentrations of essential amino acids than dry food made with meat meal. Does that mean it's a healthy choice for your dog or cat? Here's what they're not telling you about these pet foods.

Cat Tips

The Worst Mistakes You Can Make Feeding Your Older Cat

Unfortunately, many veterinarians still have it all wrong when it comes to the nutritional needs of older kitties. The Shrinking Kitty Syndrome is a real phenomenon among senior felines; here's what cats over the age of 10 need to consume for proper nourishment and maintaining their appetites.

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