The Secret Love Language of Cats — How to Know You're Adored
Kitties have at least 10 simple ways to show love when they feel close to you. Some signs are easy to miss, but noticing them helps you enjoy small, everyday moments with your cat.
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Dr. Karen Shaw Becker is a proactive and integrative wellness veterinarian.
Please Heed This Poison Alert or You Could Live to Regret It
So highly toxic that just one taste can kill or cause liver failure and problems for life. Cases have more than doubled in the past seven years. Please heed this poison alert. Be sure these items are under lock and key to avert heartbreak.
Jicama: Your Pet's Gut Loves This Crunchy Snack — Do You Know Which Part Is Safe?
Native to Mexico, this crunchy veggie contains prebiotics and assorted bioactive compounds that make it a tasty, nutritious treat or food topper. Learn how to prepare it properly for your pet here.
Say Good Riddance to Nasty Pathogens That Riddle Pet Toys
Pet toys can be a hotbed for Staph, parasites, fecal contaminants, bacteria, and viruses. Toys made the top 10 list of germiest home items. Don't let germs proliferate while you overlook the risk. Protect yourself today — discover how (and how often) to sanitize each type of pet toy.
Powerhouse Plants That Can Prevent and Heal Disease in Pets
This powerful, inflammation-fighting superstar can support healthy organ function in your pet, thanks to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anticancer properties. The best part? Your pet may not even mind it if you sprinkle some on his food.
Can Your Dog Tell if You’re Happy or Mad?
Dogs are incredibly in tune with human emotions, but a new study attempted to find out if they can distinguish between your happy or angry mood based on facial expression alone. Does your dog know the difference?
Garlic: Is This 'Dangerous' Food Getting a Bad Rap?
It's indispensable to many cuisines, imparting powerful flavors, and a wide array of health benefits. Many pet parents mistake it as toxic for dogs, but that's a misconception — it's actually beneficial when fed in the right amounts.
Be a Hero in Your Pet's Eyes Without Making These Common Errors
They're popular for training and affection. But watch out for mistakes that can make your pet sick or obese. Five tips for being a hero to your pet, including one product to avoid due to unresolved safety issues — along with some DIY tricks they'll love.
Cats, Dogs, Tortoises, and Hippos — Can Animals of Different Species Be Friends?
Animal friendships sometimes seem to cross natural boundaries, even connecting would-be hunters with their prey. What does science have to say about cross-species friendships and animal bonds?
