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Choosing a Vet for Your Best Friend
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Choosing a Vet for Your Best Friend

Fido feeling feverish? Getting him help might be harder than you expect these days, as the lingering aftereffects of the…

Nutritious Treats for Dogs and Cats
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Nutritious Treats for Dogs and Cats

To our pets, food means love, security and reinforcement…and delicious treats can be a great tool for training our furry…

Is Your Pet’s Skin Problem Really an Allergy?
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Is Your Pet’s Skin Problem Really an Allergy?

Patchy fur and itchy red skin often are the first and most obvious clues that a dog or cat has…

Road Tripping with Your Best Buddy
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Road Tripping with Your Best Buddy

Most dog owners are eager to take their pets on vacation with them. It is fun to travel with Fido,…

What Is Your Dog or Cat Trying to Tell You?
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What Is Your Dog or Cat Trying to Tell You?

When cats and dogs feel happy or afraid, it clearly shows in their body language. That can help you understand what your pet is thinking and feeling.

Go Fish: Creating A Unique Aquarium
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Go Fish: Creating A Unique Aquarium

Gaze into the typical home aquarium, and you’ll likely see some familiar fish—the bright colors of neon tetras…the orange glint…

What’s New in Pet Insurance?
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What’s New in Pet Insurance?

Until recently, pet insurance had more drawbacks than advantages. But now, insurers are improving benefits and making pet insurance more affordable for pet owners.

How to… Lower the Cost of Your Pets’ Meds
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How to… Lower the Cost of Your Pets’ Meds

Did your last veterinary bill make you want to chew the upholstered furniture? One area where you can save money…

What You Need to Know Before Adopting a Cat
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What You Need to Know Before Adopting a Cat

If you’re thinking of adopting a cat, cat-behavior expert Jackson Galaxy has answers to all of your questions.

Proper Care and Feeding of Senior Pets
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Proper Care and Feeding of Senior Pets

Older pet dogs and cats can develop a variety of health problems—heart disease, kidney disease, senility and more. Here’s what to watch and watch out for as your pet ages…

How to Adopt a Rescue Dog
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How to Adopt a Rescue Dog

You may think you’re ready to adopt a rescue pet, but are you sure? Important questions to ask (and answer) before you head to the shelter.

Choose the Right Dog Food—Without Overspending
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Choose the Right Dog Food—Without Overspending

The right and wrong about the way we feed our dogs: The low-down on high-cost foods, senior formulas, table scraps and snacks

6 Secrets to Finding the Perfect Pet Dog for Retirement
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6 Secrets to Finding the Perfect Pet Dog for Retirement

Retirement is the perfect time to get a pet companion. Play the match game and find the dog that’s just right for your life now

Natural Flea Control for Dogs and Cats
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Natural Flea Control for Dogs and Cats

Chemical flea collars, sprays, topical products and dips can be effective, but the toxic compounds used in these products can…

Women Sleep Better With Their Dogs Than Human or Feline Bed Partners
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Women Sleep Better With Their Dogs Than Human or Feline Bed Partners

Man’s best friend appears to be woman’s best bed partner, according to new research. Read on for the surprising details…