When Their Kisses Come with a Warning
As much as we love those slobbery puppy kisses, they sometimes come with a smell that's hard to ignore. If your dog's breath has taken a turn for the worse, it may be worth a closer look.
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Wobbly Rescue Dog Learns It's Easier to Run
Scruff could barely stand when he was rescued, and no one knew why. Once he felt safe, the wobbly little dog began thriving and even discovered he could run.
Cat Owner Survey Ranks Aggressiveness as the No. 1 Behavior Problem — Do You Agree?
An 8-year study of 336 misbehaving cats ranked this as their No. 1 problem. Contrary to what you might expect, it beats out unsuitable elimination by a stunning eight percentage points. Worse, it happens when you'd expect her to be happy, and then you'll probably react the wrong way.
Never Share This Bite Sized Snack with Your Best Friend
Although studies have found the potential culprit of why this fruit is toxic to pets, more research still needs to be conducted. To be safe, don't let your pet eat this fruit or get close to the plant.
Abandoned Bunny Makes the Most Incredible Comeback
Johnny was found abandoned in terrible condition with dangerously weak bones. After months of recovery, he's become a mischievous little rascal full of personality.
Dogs' Bodies Change as They Age, so Should Their Food
A life-long study of 80 large dogs shows their bodies change as they age, so their diet should too. Here's a simple feeding plan older dogs do well on, plus easy changes to protect their cells and keep them healthy.
What Else Is Hiding in Their Dinner?
Two new studies traced these chemicals from the pet food bowl straight into the bloodstream of the dogs and cats eating it - and cats appear to be carrying a heavier load than anyone expected.
Dog Won't Go to Bed Until Dad Tucks Her In
Oreo wasn't suited to life as a guide or therapy dog, so her trainers happily made her family. Now she has one adorable requirement before bed: Dad must tuck her in.
Dogs Love This 'Toy' - But It's Very Risky
Like boys and their toys, dogs adore these and will enjoy them in any number of insane ways. They confuse them with actual chew toys. Poor Corona punctured her esophagus - a nasty injury that needed surgery and a long hospital stay. Don't let your dog follow in her footsteps.
Could This Take the Stink Out of Potty Time?
Nobody talks about it, but waste odor is one of the quiet frustrations of pet parenthood. A desert-plant extract has been showing up in pet foods for years - and the research on how well it actually tames the smell is more solid than you might expect.
