It may surprise you that dogs, like humans, can suffer from seasonal allergies. Pollens from trees, grass, and weeds can be especially problematic. Dogs can develop allergies at any age, with some breeds being more prone than others....
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Unlike dogs which are omnivores (designed to eat a combination of animal and plant foods), cats are carnivores, meaning that they need nutrients found only in animal meat. Cats evolved as hunters that consume prey containing high amounts of protein, moderate amounts of fat, and...
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This is Clyde. Clyde is a sweet, lovable 3-year-old Shepard mix. As an emotional support dog, his 21-year-old owner describes him as "her rock". And, like most pet owners, she (the owner) considers Clyde a true family member and would do anything to protect him. But...
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It may come as no surprise that obesity in dogs and cats in the U.S. is on the rise. According to Association for the Prevention of Pet Obesity, 58% of cats and 53% of dogs are either overweight or obese. Like with humans, there can be...
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One of the single most important things that pet owners can do to help ensure the long term health of their pets is to feed them high quality food. Like with humans, proper nutrition has a direct effect on both the quantity and quality of...
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The one thing that all pet owners wish is that their pets could talk and tell them what is wrong when they are not feeling well. Cats, like dogs, do show behavioral signs that can indicate that they may be in pain, below are some of the most...
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[gallery size="large" ids="18507,18514,18513,18511,18510,18509,18508,18518,18512,18520"] The list may vary slightly, depending on the source, but here is a summary of the 10 most expensive kitties money can buy thanks to years of selective breeding techniques. Not for the faint of heart, these cats range in price from a...
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As a behavioral economist and also as a person who works with sick/injured or lost pets, I can tell you that people are very very (very) bad at calculating risk. It is the reason why some people are afraid of flying but won't hesitate to...
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From the #AskTheSquad files: One of the more common questions we receive is "Is it ok give my pet ( insert human medication here )?" The answer is yes, there are some human medications that are safe for pets (see list below), BUT you must ALWAYS consult...
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Ask any pet owner and they would agree that proper healthcare for their pet is just as important as healthcare for their human family members, and often times, just as problematic. Acquiring healthcare for a pet can present a unique set of challenges. The biggest...
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