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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…

Why Your Dog Isn’t Getting Enough Exercise
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Why Your Dog Isn’t Getting Enough Exercise

Susan Nelson, DVM | October 18, 2012

My friend was shocked when her veterinarian told her that the dog she had recently adopted wasn't getting enough exercise…

Are Cat Owners at High Risk for Suicide?
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Are Cat Owners at High Risk for Suicide?

Teodor T. Postolache, MD | September 26, 2012

My friend, a cat owner, kept seeing news reports about “cat ladies” being at higher risk for suicide because of…

Pet Sachet Repels Fleas
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Pet Sachet Repels Fleas

September 20, 2012

Make a small pillow or sachet bag, and fill it with cedar chips or shavings, or chamomile flowers—loose or in…

Mourning the Loss of a Beloved Pet
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Mourning the Loss of a Beloved Pet

Alan Wolfelt, PhD | September 11, 2012

When I ran into a friend and casually asked how she was, she replied, "Fine..." and then burst into tears.…

Keep the Cat Out of the Sandbox
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Keep the Cat Out of the Sandbox

August 23, 2012

You can prevent cats from using a children’s sandbox as their outdoor litter box—just pour distilled white vinegar around the…

How to Stop the #1 Killer of Dogs & Cats
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How to Stop the #1 Killer of Dogs & Cats

Shawn Messonnier, DVM | August 8, 2012

Dogs and cats are more likely to die from cancer than any other single cause. Between 25% and 50% of…

Choking Danger for Dogs: Toy Balls
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Choking Danger for Dogs: Toy Balls

Robert L. Ridgway, DVM | August 3, 2012

Dogs that enjoy retrieving balls and carrying them around in their mouths sometimes get those balls lodged in their throats.…

Pets Reduce Need for Post-Op Meds
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Pets Reduce Need for Post-Op Meds

Julia Havey, RN | July 27, 2012

Substantial Benefit from Pet Therapy Programs for Hospital Patients Our friendly neighborhood golden retriever JoJo has a new "job," I…

How to Conquer a Finicky Cat
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How to Conquer a Finicky Cat

July 24, 2012

If your cat is acting finicky, trickle some oil or water from a can of tuna fish on his food.…

Natural Health Care for Your Pet
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Natural Health Care for Your Pet

Jeff Feinman, VMD, CVH | July 23, 2012

Alternative Treatments Great for Animals, Too Sam, my lovable Golden Retriever, has been my constant walking companion for 12 years,…

Double Duty for Your Frisbee
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Double Duty for Your Frisbee

July 17, 2012

If you take your dog outside to play on a hot summer day, be sure to bring a bottle of…

Keep Pet Paws Clean and Healthy
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Keep Pet Paws Clean and Healthy

June 25, 2012

When your dog has been playing in the yard, catch him at the door before he can track dirt into…

Want a Second Dog? How to Make Sure the Two Pooches Get Along
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Want a Second Dog? How to Make Sure the Two Pooches Get Along

Pat Miller | May 31, 2012

If one dog is good, two must be better. To some dog lovers that seems like it should be true,…

Another Great Reason Not to Smoke
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Another Great Reason Not to Smoke

May 16, 2012

Regular exposure to secondhand smoke can lead to allergies and other health challenges for your pet. (We won’t even begin…