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Pet Clothes: A Fashion Statement or a Necessity?
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Newsletter Library, Seasonal Topics
There is nothing cuter than a pet in a colorful sweater, but do our furry friends really need to wear clothing? Although clothing is not a necessity for every pet, some animals benefit from a little extra protection during cold or damp days. Others enjoy wearing festive clothing during holidays or other
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Put Some Teeth Into Your Pet’s Dental Care
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Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy
According to the American Animal Hospital Association, nearly two-thirds of pets suffer from dental problems because their owners do not provide dental care for them. Imagine what would happen to your own teeth if they were never brushed or examined by a dentist. The same thing can happen with your pet’s
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Is a Wet Nose a Sign of a Healthy Pet?
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Newsletter Library, Recognizing Illness
Have you ever heard that a wet nose is a sign that your pet is healthy? Although that's often the case, it's not always true. A moist nose can benefit your pet in several ways, but it doesn't necessarily guarantee good health.
How Does a Wet Nose Help My Pet?
Have you ever been woken at 5 a.m. by a cold,
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Obesity and Diabetes in Pets
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Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy
Think diabetes only affect people? Overweight pets may be at risk too.
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National Heartworm Awareness Month Focuses Attention on a Potentially Deadly Disease
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Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy
Heartworm disease can have a devastating effect on your pet's health. National Heartworm Awareness Month, observed annually in April, reminds pet owners about the health dangers this preventable disease poses for pets.
What Are Heartworms?
Thin, white heartworms look like cooked pieces of spaghetti.
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Keep Your Pets Calm During the Holiday Season with These Tips
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Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training
Although the holidays may be an exciting time of the year for you, your pets may find the festivities a little overwhelming. Even normally well-behaved pets can experience a little anxiety when their usual routines are disrupted. These tips will help you ensure that your furry friends truly enjoy the
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Pet Hearing Loss
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Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners
Many of the same health problems that affect us, including hearing loss, also affect our pets. Fortunately, most pets adapt very well to the disability with a little help from their owners.
What Causes Hearing Loss in Pets?
Some pets are born deaf or hard of hearing, while others develop hearing loss
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5 Common Myths About Pets
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Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners
Do cats really have nine lives? Find out if these and other pet myths are true.
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3 Reasons Why Your Pet Could Be Coughing
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Newsletter Library, Recognizing Illness
Wondering why your pet is coughing? Check out three common reasons.
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How Safe is Your Dog’s Food?
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Newsletter Library, Nutrition & Food
Over the last several years, numerous dog food brands and treats have been recalled for chemical contamination or Salmonella. This last summer many dog food brands were recalled due to Salmonella; all were manufactured in a Diamond Pet Foods plant in Gaston, South Carolina, USA. This plant makes many
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Caring for Dogs with Wrinkles
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Newsletter Library, Tips for Pet Owners
Regular skin care is the key to helping your wrinkled dog avoid painful infections.
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Can My Pet Get Depressed?
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Newsletter Library, Recognizing Illness
Has your pet been a little moody lately? Find out if depression may be to blame.
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Does My Pet Dream?
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Newsletter Library, Newsletter Archive, Fun with Pets
Are humans the only mammals who dream? Find out if your pet experiences dreams and nightmares.
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Bloat in Dogs
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Newsletter Library, Recognizing Illness
Bloat may end your dog's life if you're not aware of the symptoms.
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Why is My Dog Vomiting?
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Newsletter Library, Recognizing Illness
Even healthy dogs vomit from time to time. Find out what causes the common health problem.
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Xylitol Poisoning in Dogs
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Newsletter Library, Pet Dangers
There are an increasing number of cases of dogs getting sick from ingesting a common sugar substitute, xylitol. This substance causes no problems in people, but in dogs it can cause wild fluctuations in blood sugar, often leading to a severe hypoglycemia. It can also cause liver failure.
Xylitol is
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