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5 Ways to Help Pets Have a Fun and Safe Halloween

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Reading Time: 2 minutes…or sight. If your pet doesn’t enjoy clothing or costumes, try something less restrictive such as a special holiday collar or bandana. Stranger Danger Jumping out at your pet while…

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When Pets Seek Our Help: What to Look For

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Reading Time: 3 minutes…those spots, using a gentle, steady touch and avoiding bony prominences. Most important, never hold pets against their will. And if a pet is coming to you with a sore…

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Gulp! Why Some Pets Gobble Their Food

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Reading Time: 3 minutes…German Shepherd, had a healthy appetite, but declined to gobble. But our newest pet, Bravo the Bullmastiff, occasionally scarfs-and-barfs in quick succession. Pets are individuals of course, but I wondered…

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Holiday Risks? What to Worry About and When to Chill

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Reading Time: 4 minutespets this time of year. The long shape of each item causes dangerous complications. Other risks incurred by pets putting objects in their mouths include burns and electric shock from…

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Plastic Surgery for Your Cat?

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Reading Time: 5 minutes…of life, pet parents may have access to financial help and loans from organizations such as Waggle, the pet-designated crowdfunding platform; The Pet Fund, a nonprofit organization that provides financial…

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Ways to Make Your Pet’s Life More Interesting–Without Spending Any Money

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Reading Time: < 1 minuteReading Time: < 1 minute Do-it-yourself puzzle games and toys can entertain your dog when you’re not home, and interactive play can build and strengthen the relationship between you. Our…

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Sound Off! What to Do When Your Pet is Frightened by Thunder, Fireworks, or Other Noises

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Reading Time: 3 minutesReading Time: 3 minutes Crack! Boom! Whizz! Pop! Loud and sudden sounds are the bane of dogs and their people. Dogs are startled by loud, unexpected sounds and can develop…

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Want to Bring Your Dog Everywhere With You? First, Set Them Up for Success

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Reading Time: 3 minutes…of our pet’s experience – whether that’s training, vet visits, or going to fun events together,” she says. “So we need to really pay close attention to our pets’ stress…

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Ease Your Pet’s Holiday Stress With These Fear Free Tips

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Reading Time: < 1 minuteReading Time: < 1 minute https://youtu.be/4ouZg6jTN_U The holiday season can be chaotic for pets, causing them to feel fear, anxiety, and stress. To help your dog or cat feel more…

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Preserving the Human Animal Bond – Supporting Your Pet Through Common Stressors

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Reading Time: < 1 minuteReading Time: < 1 minute https://youtu.be/35JD2L0bPyM The human-animal bond describes the dynamic relationship between pets and their caregivers. This relationship is influenced by the emotional, psychological, and physical interactions between…