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Thoughtful Memorial Ideas to Honor Your Pets
Sep 08 2022
This Sunday marks Pet Memorial Day, a day to remember and celebrate all the pets we hold in our hearts. Pets bring joy, laughter, and unconditional love to our lives. They become members of our family…
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Ginger Cats: What makes them unique is beyond coat-deep
Sep 01 2022
For ages, people have claimed that a cat’s appearance and behavior depend on its breed. But how helpful is this considering that 98% of cats aren’t purebred but rather an amalgamation of several…
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Monkeypox and Pets
Aug 25 2022
It’s all over the news: the monkeypox virus is transmissible to animals and causes similar symptoms, like skin rashes and lesions, as it does in humans. Now, pet owners are wondering what they can…
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Immunization: The Core of Your Pet’s Preventive Healthcare
Aug 11 2022
Immunizations, or vaccines, are one of the greatest medical discoveries – they fundamentally changed modern medicine. Starting with the smallpox vaccine in the 18th century, vaccines continue to be…
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Dogust 4th is International Assistance Dog Day!
Aug 04 2022
Dogust (a.k.a. August) 4th marks International Assistance Dog Day – a day to recognize assistance dogs and their dedicated caregivers and trainers, and to help educate the public about the…
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Could Your Pet Be a Life-Saving Hero?
Jul 28 2022
Yohann, a three-legged rescue greyhound from Scotland, was recently recognized for saving the lives of 64 dogs. He doesn’t have any superpowers—he is a blood donor. Pets, like people, may require…
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Blue-Green Algae: Danger Lurking in the Water
Jul 21 2022
It’s HOT out! Heat waves seem like the best time to take the pooch to a pond, lake, river, or stream, where she can get some exercise while staying cool and hydrated. Ironically, it may be the worst…
