• Benefits Of Investing In Your Cat's Dental Care


    You love your feline, and you want to make sure they are healthy and happy so they live a long, fruitful life. Your cat's oral health is part of what makes them thrive, and investing in dental care as soon as you can provides many benefits. Since 85% of cats over the age of 6 experience periodontal disease, or infected gums, it's important to take oral health and your pet seriously.
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  • Moving To A Tropical Climate With Your Dog? 3 Reasons To Schedule A Visit To The Vet


    When you're moving somewhere that's an entirely different climate than what both you and your dog are used to, there are likely going to be a long number of changes that you'll need to make. If you're eager to make the move a positive experience and want your dog to be comfortable as well, it's a good idea to visit the veterinarian well before the date of your move arrives. With the following services in mind, you can make sure that your dog is comfortable.
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  • Have A New Puppy? 4 Reasons You Should Say Yes To Reproductive Surgery


    If you're going to be getting a new puppy, you might be confused about whether you should have it spayed or neutered. Most veterinarians will tell you that spaying or neutering your dog is good for them. If you're still not convinced, here are four reasons why you should have the procedure done. No Heat to Worry About When female dogs go into heat, they urinate more frequently and they become easily agitated.
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  • Will Your Dog Need A Flu Shot This Fall?


    During the hot days of summer, it is often hard to imagine that flu season is just around the corner, but, unfortunately, it is. While you are scheduling an annual flu shot for you and your family, you may also want to contact your vet and schedule one for your family's dog. This is because your pet is also at risk of catching the flu. Although this is a different strain than those that can affect your human family members, it can make your pet sick and, in rare cases, it can be deadly.
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  • Helping Your FIV-Positive Cat To Have A Long And Comfortable Life


    The veterinarian diagnosed your cat with feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV). While unfortunate, you shouldn't consider this a death sentence for your cat. This virus grows slowly and, with your help, your cat can live a good, long life. Here is how FIV affects your cat's health and what you can do to help your cat stay healthy and be comfortable for many years. The Impact of the Virus on Your Cat
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  • 5 Reasons To Spay Your Cat


    If you bring home a female kitten, you should take it in and have it spayed before it is old enough to come into heat. There are many reasons why spaying your cat is a good idea, and you can learn about 5 of these reasons in this article. You won't end up adding to the kitten population There are already so many kittens out there that are in need of homes.
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  • Keeping Your Pets Safe from Common Poisons


    After a cold and dark winter, many people are eager to get outside to their garden. However, they should be mindful of potential dangers to their pets when deciding which plants to add and what types of chemicals to use in their gardening. Many popular plants and commonly used chemical compounds are poisonous to pets, and even when consumed in small quantities they can cause severe illness or death. Poisonous spring plants
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  • Are Your Kids Trying To Convince You To Keep A Stray Dog? What To Know


    If you have found a stray dog and your kids are trying to convince you to keep it, there are some things you'll want to do before you let it in your home. You want to make sure that the dog is safe and healthy, and you'll want to find out if the dog belongs to someone else. If the dog looks like it hasn't been cared for it some time, you definitely don't want anyone touching it.
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  • Taking Care Of That Newly Adopted Senior Cat


    Congratulations on adopting a senior feline! These cats have often lost a previous owner or have been abandoned. They deserve a forever home, too, and are capable of giving back a lot of love. Because of their age, they may need some extra help and attention. Here are a few ways that you can give them a comfortable life for their remaining years. 1. Adjust their diet according to their changing body.
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  • Puppy Problems: What To Know About Dog Flu


    Recent news reports about a type of flu that affects dogs have alarmed dog-lovers everywhere. The illness seems to be sweeping through dog populations rapidly, causing illness and concern. You may have heard about this disease and are worried about allowing your dog to go out in public for fear of your pet contracting this flu. Read below for more information about this dog disease and how you can keep your dog from catching it.
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