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Health & Home

Pet First Aid Month: Prep for Emergency

A medical emergency can strike at any time, and while all of us are taught at a young age to dial 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency for humans, do...

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Health & Home

No Chocolate for Fido!

If you're like many pet owners, you probably like to share a little of your food with your dog--but if you're considering giving him some of your...

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Health & Home

Pet Protection Agreements & the ASPCA

Preparing for the unexpected is certainly something that should be on every pet owner’s radar. If you pass away, what will happen to your beloved pet...

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Health & Home

Winter Dog Walking Safety

Oh, the weather outside is frightful! Despite falling temperatures and falling snow, dogs still need their exercise. Though winter walks pose several...

Popular Articles in Safety

Dog Body Language: Do Not Pet
Think the dog in the photo is enjoying the petting he’s getting? Everything in his posture says, “No thanks,” but I watched the petting continue...
Human Food for Pets: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Feeding your pet that side of mashed potatoes on Thanksgiving may not be the best thing. Letting them get that early stockpile of Christmas chocolate...
Dog Park Dos and Don'ts: For Starters, Don't Bring a Gun
An off-duty officer recently shot a Husky that was playing rough. Do we deem this dog park rage? Help stop this bad human behavior from becoming...
Can Dogs Take Ibuprofen for Pain?
Ibuprofen for dogs is not safe and can be quite toxic to a dog's kidneys, liver and gastrointestinal tract. Visit Petside to learn more.

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Dogs and Small Children

A dog can be a kid's best friend, but be aware that not all dogs will get along well with children…

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Cosmetic Surgery for Pets?

Cosmetic surgery for dogs? Tattooing live pigs for art? Yes, you heard me right. These unnecessary…

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Hurricane Sandy Preparedness

When natural disasters and emergencies the likes of Hurricane Sandy come along, it’s important to…

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Jerky Treats: Caution Advised

A mysterious illness, linked to chicken jerky treats made in China, has affected over 600 dogs in…

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Cats and Dogs Living Together

Sweetheart or Sourpuss? How would you describe the relationship between your cat and dog? Sometimes…

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My Dog Eats Grass

Q: My dog eats grass and my cat eats grass too! Why do they do this? Does it mean they are sick? A…

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Poison Prevention for Pets

It's 50th anniversary of Poison Prevention Week, making this the ideal time to talk about some…

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Kitten Training Damage Control

A little training when your kitten first comes home will help prevent bad habits. Here are…

Dog Park Dos and Don'ts

Dog Park Dos and Don'ts

An off-duty officer recently shot a Husky that was playing rough. Do we deem this dog park rage?…

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Cat Car Seats

Whether you're taking a short drive, or a trip cross-country, don't forget about your cat's…

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5 Memorial Day Pet Safety Tips

Memorial Day is celebrated to honor the men and women in the military, who served our country and…