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Interviews

It's Time to Put a Stop to the Mindless Over-Vaccination of Pets

Why are so many veterinarians still over-vaccinating pets when a simple blood test will tell them if the animals are immune? Are you, like so many pet parents, a nervous wreck each time your pet's rabies tag reaches its expiration date? If so, it's time to join the movement!

Dog Tips

Itchy Dog? You've Likely Missed This Culprit

Is the reason for your itchy pet hiding in plain sight? If so, there are many steps you can take to eliminate these pests from your environment and relieve your pet's symptoms.

Inspiring Videos

Greyhounds Needed Freedom and Friendship

Winston was the first greyhound they adopted. Then they got another one: Diva.

Dog Tips

Watch Out for This Risky Liver-Destroying Pet Food

If you give your pup these pet foods, she's at much greater risk for an uncomfortable and dangerous liver disease. Ask your vet for these specific tests immediately if you suspect she may have it. Here are the 10 symptoms to watch out for.

Special Species

Unravel the Mysterious Lifespan of Parrots: 2 Years to 80+

Explore the incredible diversity in parrot lifespans and the fascinating factors contributing to their longevity, reshaping our understanding of these intelligent creatures.

Inspiring Videos

Bengal Cat Had Baggage; Training and Patience Changed Him

An aggressive Bengal cat had four owners before Julia adopted him. She had some work to do.

Dog Tips

Which Is Worse: The Offensive Odor or the Underlying Condition?

Read this today if you're dying to get rid of the nasty smells your dog produces. It can stem from any of these seven causes, plus a few 'bonus' reasons. Some breeds are even highly predisposed to it - is yours? Here's the No. 1 issue to look at before anything else.

Dog Tips

Rethinking the Role of Carbs in Your Dog's Diet

Like many humans, most dogs these days eat carb-heavy diets, even though canines have no (zero) nutritional requirement for carbohydrates; the diseases they acquire also mimic those in the human population.

Inspiring Videos

Dog May Be Old and She May Look Weird, but She's Loved

With long greyhound legs and a small Chihuahua head, Molly's been loved for 18 years!

Pet Advice from Dr. Karen Becker

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It's Time to Put a Stop to the Mindless Over-Vaccination of Pets

Itchy Dog? You've Likely Missed This Culprit

Greyhounds Needed Freedom and Friendship

Watch Out for This Risky Liver-Destroying Pet Food

Unravel the Mysterious Lifespan of Parrots: 2 Years to 80+

Bengal Cat Had Baggage; Training and Patience Changed Him

Which Is Worse: The Offensive Odor or the Underlying Condition?

Rethinking the Role of Carbs in Your Dog's Diet

Dog May Be Old and She May Look Weird, but She's Loved

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