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Xylitol: Popular Sugar Substitute Is Highly Toxic to Dogs and Cats
With the wide variety of sugar-free products available today, many commonly used commodities, including toothpaste, chewing gum, low-carb desserts,...
Banfield Pet Hospital 2013 State of Pet Health Report
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Spaying and Neutering Pets Leads to Longer Lifespans
The 2013 "State of Pet Health Report" from Banfield Pet Hospital is the only report of its kind that analyzes nationwide medical data for more than 2...
pet first aid
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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...
dog at home
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DIY Pet Care Tips
Let's not kid ourselves; being a pet owner takes a ton of hard work. It involves not only giving our pets all the love that they need and deserve,...
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Save Money on Pet Vaccinations

Heather Levin lives in Michigan and has had dogs for over 10 years. She writes about green living,…
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Tips for Finding Lost Pets

As we near the one year anniversary of the devastating tornado that struck Joplin, Mo. on May 22,…
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National Dog Bite Prevention Week

Dog Bite Prevention Week

A small white dog that resembled a bichon ran wildly at the edge of a heavily trafficked New York…
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Tick Disease Prevention

Spring is a great time to learn about the tick borne diseases that can affect our beloved pets, as…
by Jo Singer
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Games for Old Dogs

While it’s said that ‘you can’t teach an old dog new tricks,’ engaging your older dog in mind and…
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Can Kids be Alone with Pets?

I heard the whining from half a block away: My neighbor’s daughter with her new young pooch. I’d…
by Kiri Blakeley
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what to know before you adopt a pet, like this chihuahua

Before You Adopt a Pet...

Maybe you've just got the puppy itch, or maybe a pair of sad puppy dog eyes has already stolen your…
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10 exercises to do with your dog

10 Dog-Friendly Exercises

There's nothing better in life than taking two things we love and combining them. Peanut butter and…
by Cheryl Lock
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Dr. Gerald Post discussing comparative oncology, the study of pet cancer

Video: Studying Pet Cancer

Have an senior dog with cancer or a cat suffering from the disease? The study of pet cancer and a…
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Mother's Day Gift Ideas

If your mom is a pet lover, be sure to check out the following Mother's day gift ideas! Whether it'…
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memorial diamond made from pet hair and pet ashes

Diamonds from Pet Hair?

Personalized memorial diamonds can now be created with carbon sources captured from pet hair and…
by Suzanne Gardner
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