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Dog Tips

Getting Lost Is Scary Getting Home Shouldn't Be

This is a vital step to take to avoid regrets. But one of today's most trendy methods carries risks most people don't know about - including sarcomas and fibrosarcomas. Meaning you might avoid short-term regret, but induce long-term regret. Know before you decide.

Inspiring Videos

Woman Goes on Vacation and Finds a Donkey Bestie

Jess Taylor heard a donkey calling near her family's vacation home in Spain and was determined to find him. Now, she returns every year to visit her shy friend Dante.

Dog Tips

Why Sleeping with Your Pet Can Be So Challenging

Humans and animals don't sleep the same way, nor are their sleep requirements the same. And that can create challenges with getting enough uninterrupted deep sleep when you share your bed with your pet.

Cat Tips

When the Litter Box Suddenly Becomes a Busy Place

That extra time your cat is spending in the litter box may not be about the litter at all. Urinary trouble in felines can go from uncomfortable to life-threatening in a matter of hours, and early signs make all the difference.

Inspiring Videos

Mama Duck Finds Humans to Save Her Babies

A mama duck waited nearby as her babies cried from beneath a storm drain in pouring rain. When help didn't arrive, a group of strangers took matters into their own hands.

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Dog Tips

It's Like an Aging Pill for Your Pet, but Millions Overlook It

Attracts flab and disease but it's standard practice, so hardly anyone gives it a thought. If you skip it, your dog will be healthier, leaner, and fitter. Which can save you a wad of money. If it's too late to avoid the treatment, at least take these compensatory steps.

Food Facts

This Little Green Garnish Gets a Hard No

While it may be a fixture in kitchens, this green veggie should not be in your pet's food bowl because it can harm their health. Learn the signs of its toxicity here.

Inspiring Videos

Dad Says No to Bird Until His Daughter Starts Crying

Adam had no intention of bringing home a bird until Mango desperately tried to get his attention. One tearful trip back into the store changed everything.

Dog Tips

If You Love Your Pet's Slobbery Kisses — Should You Worry About Infection?

Ever wondered what's hiding in your pet's kisses and whether it's cause for concern? Scientists don't have all the answers yet. What they do know is that a single lick can leave behind millions of bacteria. Here's what research has revealed about the potential risks so far.

Dog Tips

When Trick or Treat Turns Into Trick or Trouble

That Halloween candy bowl may look harmless, but a few popular treats can spell trouble for pets. Find out which ones to keep out of their paws' reach this spooky season.

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Getting Lost Is Scary Getting Home Shouldn't Be

Woman Goes on Vacation and Finds a Donkey Bestie

Why Sleeping with Your Pet Can Be So Challenging

When the Litter Box Suddenly Becomes a Busy Place

Mama Duck Finds Humans to Save Her Babies

It's Like an Aging Pill for Your Pet, but Millions Overlook It

This Little Green Garnish Gets a Hard No

Dad Says No to Bird Until His Daughter Starts Crying

If You Love Your Pet's Slobbery Kisses — Should You Worry About Infection?

When Trick or Treat Turns Into Trick or Trouble

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