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Cat Bites Are More Dangerous Than They Look
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Cat Bites Are More Dangerous Than They Look

Brian T. Carlsen, MD | March 18, 2014

When I say "animal bite," I bet you think of dogs (or maybe sharks, if you never quite recovered from…

You Could Get Gum Disease…From Your Dog!
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You Could Get Gum Disease…From Your Dog!

Kazuhiko Nakano, DDS, PhD | March 18, 2014

If you’ve ever had a dog, you know all about the tail-wagging, tongue-licking greetings you get in exchange for providing…

Is it Safe to Have Pets in Your Bed?
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Is it Safe to Have Pets in Your Bed?

Bruno Chomel, DVM, PHD | March 18, 2014

My mother often warned me that "if you lie down with dogs, you get up with fleas." Of course, she…

Aquariums Harbor Dangerous Bacteria That Cause Severe Skin Infections
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Aquariums Harbor Dangerous Bacteria That Cause Severe Skin Infections

George Alangaden, MD | January 22, 2014

Aquariums can be mesmerizingly beautiful…and healthful, too. Watching the colorful fish and rippling water can reduce blood pressure, heart rate,…

Protect Your Dog’s Paws from the Snow
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Protect Your Dog’s Paws from the Snow

December 30, 2013

Neither rain nor snow nor gloom of night should keep you from walking your dog! But chemicals such as rock…

A Proper Cleanup of Cat Barf
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A Proper Cleanup of Cat Barf

October 9, 2013

One thing cats do well is throw up, which is always a lovely thing to clean. If you licked the…

The New Threat from BPA… and How to Keep This Toxic Chemical Out of Your Food
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The New Threat from BPA… and How to Keep This Toxic Chemical Out of Your Food

Frederick vom Saal, PhD | September 11, 2013

Were you relieved by the FDA’s recent (and long overdue, in my opinion) about-face on bisphenol-A (BPA), the toxic chemical…

Acupuncture for Dogs and Cats
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Acupuncture for Dogs and Cats

Babette Gladstein, VMD | August 22, 2013

It works for arthritis, diabetes, incontinence, more The acupuncture treatments that millions of Americans depend on for pain relief also…

Natural Fish-Tank Cleaner
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Natural Fish-Tank Cleaner

August 13, 2013

That green goo on the side of your fish tank is keeping you from enjoying the view! Put your fish…

How to Travel Safely with Your Pet
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How to Travel Safely with Your Pet

Heather Bair-Brake, DVM, DACVPM | February 27, 2013

“Boomer, car ride!” Those were magic words to my bearded collie, who loved nothing better than taking a car trip…

How to Name a Dog
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How to Name a Dog

February 25, 2013

Getting a puppy? Congratulations! But note—it’s best to stay away from one-syllable names, which can sound like a command. For…

Is Fido a Legal Liability?
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Is Fido a Legal Liability?

Kenneth M. Phillips | January 18, 2013

Don’t Let Your Dog Take a Bite Out of Your Assets If you own a dog, your assets might be…

If You Love Your Pet, You Must Read This
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If You Love Your Pet, You Must Read This

Rachel Hirschfeld, Esq. | December 21, 2012

What happens to your pet if something happens to you? Without proper planning, there is a very real chance that…

If Your Dog or Cat Gets a Cut
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If Your Dog or Cat Gets a Cut

Robert L. Ridgway, DVM | December 20, 2012

Sooner or later, just about every dog or cat gets a wicked-looking cut—or, more often, a bite from another dog…

Common Household Pet Danger
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Common Household Pet Danger

October 23, 2012

If your pet tries to chew on electrical cords or household wiring, rub the cords or wires with a dry…