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dog massage benefits and techniques
Dog Tips

When Your Pet Deserves a Little Pampering

Just like you, your fur baby deserves some TLC. A gentle massage gives them comfort and support. It helps you build a stronger bond and supports your pet's health, inside and out.
5 min read
does shaving a dog or cat help them stay cooler
Dog Tips

Why Shaving Your Pet Could Be a Big Mistake

Could shaving your pet help them stay cool when the weather becomes warmer? As a general rule, you shouldn't do it, and here's why. While these other situations may be exceptions, there's a happy medium that some pets actually enjoy.
5 min read
pet dental health and heart disease
Dog Tips

Is Your Pet's Smile Putting Their Heart at Risk?

When was the last time you had your pet's teeth checked? If their breath smells off, something could be brewing underneath. Here's why you should take a closer look at those pearly whites and why your pet's overall health may be at risk.
6 min read
feeding newborn kittens
Cat Tips

Never Feed This to an Orphaned or Newborn Kitty — Very Dangerous

Ask 100 people on the street, and most would probably say this was the right thing to feed an orphaned or newborn kitty in the absence of the mother cat. But they'd be wrong. If you ever find yourself in this situation, it's one of the worst things you can feed. Do this instead.
7 min read
can you feed peaches to your pets
Food Facts

A Juicy Little Treat Your Pet Will Love

The perfect summertime snack, this juicy fruit symbolizes immortality in Daoist mythology. Not surprisingly, it's an excellent source of bioactive compounds that may help protect your pet against chronic diseases, including tumors and heart disease.
7 min read
raw pet food market growth
Dog Tips

Is This the Remarkable Pet Food Trend of the Future?

Pet owners are flocking to it like crazy. Which is great news. Yet the scary part is that they may be jumping in negligent of this critical factor. And that can mean you're paying a premium for a product with serious problems. Are you making that mistake?
6 min read