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Dog Tips

Could That Burn Be Worse Than It Looks?

That little patch of red skin on your dog after a tipped coffee cup or a too-close encounter with the stove might look like nothing — but burns have a way of revealing their true depth hours or days later. What you do (and do not do) in the first few minutes can change everything.

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Inspiring Videos

The Most Human-Like Dog You'll Ever See

Pepper's expressive eyes, human-like habits, and devotion to her mom have convinced everyone she's much more than an ordinary dog.

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Dog Tips

This Pet Crisis Needs Urgent Action, but Don’t Ignore These Other 13 Signs

These 14 signs should all trigger a call to your vet. But one requires immediate emergency care. It's sudden, always serious, and always urgent. Don't delay. The rest are more forgiving in response time but deserve attention. Does your precious pet show any of these?

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Dog Tips

Did Your Pup's Dinner Take a Wrong Turn?

When dinner keeps coming back up without warning or any of the usual signs of nausea, your dog may be telling you something is taking a wrong turn — and the answer may lie in a condition that is easy to miss but can be manageable.

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Inspiring Videos

The Friendship That Started on a Rescue Ride

Mickey and Moose were born into a system where many male calves never get a chance, but fate had other plans for these best friends.

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Dog Tips

What This 90,000-Dog Study Reveals About Purebred Versus Mixed Breed Health

Depending on whether your dog is a purebred, a 'designer' dog or a mutt, you probably believe he or she has the advantage of better health. But what does this 15-year study of 90,000 dogs reveal? You may be surprised.

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Food Facts

The Purple Veggie Most Pet Parents Overlook

Known for its deep purple color, this versatile vegetable contains compounds that may help fight inflammation and other conditions. Plus, it can be served in various ways.

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Inspiring Videos

This Dog's Transformation Is Incredible

When Daisy arrived weighing 55 pounds and struggling to breathe, few could imagine how dramatically her life was about to change.

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Dog Tips

Spending Too Much on Pet Care? 3 Ways to Cut Back

Caring for a dog now costs more than $1,600 a year and for a cat, $1,100. But there are ways to make it more affordable. The two areas where cost-cutting isn't recommended and three areas that provide ample opportunity to rein in spending.

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Dog Tips

Why Does Your Dog Hide Their Favorite Things?

Your dog is not being weird when they stash a chew toy under the couch — they are following an ancient survival script. Find out what this behavior means.

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