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Dog Tips

Your Pet's Aging Symptoms: Are They Cognitive or Medical?

Your precious pup has a 50% chance of suffering some cognitive decline by age 11, and a 68% chance by age 15. But how do you know if it's cognitive or medical? Here's the lowdown on the signs and symptoms of each — plus a dozen ways to enhance their quality of life.
— 6 min read
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Dog Tips

The Hormone Problem That Can Look Like 'Just Getting Older'

Weight that creeps up without more food. A coat that loses its shine. Thirst that does not match the weather. Any one of these could be aging — but together, they can also point to a hormone problem that is genuinely manageable once someone thinks to look.
— 8 min read
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Dog Tips

Fatal Tick-Borne Disease on the Rise in 17 US States

Tick-borne disease can happen to either dogs or cats, and this doozy appears to have a preference for felines. Be alert and aware and know the signs to look for. This is one of the worst tick-borne diseases your pet could ever get.
— 5 min read
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Cat Tips

The Herb That Can Turn Zoomies Into Naptime

One small pinch, and your living room goes from frenzied to peaceful in about 10 minutes. Here is the actual science of what catnip does, how to use it well, and what to try if your cat is one of the many who shrug at it entirely.
— 7 min read
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Food Facts

This Berry's Bad Reputation Is a Little Overblown

Often used in pastries and pies, this sweet red fruit offers various antioxidants that may help banish inflammation. A few slices can make a delicious topper for your animal companion’s meals, to help give an added boost to their health.
— 8 min read