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    How to keep your pet’s coat healthy , article

    Nutrition and grooming are keys to maintaining pet coat health.

    Date: Aug 13, 2024
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    Is your pet stressed? , article

    Stress can cause unwanted behaviors and can lead to injury, illness, and aggression in cats and dogs. As a pet owner, it’s important to be aware of and address your pet’s stress so your pet can be happy and healthy.

    Date: Jul 01, 2024
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    Why preventive medicine is key to pet health , article

    Regular wellness visits, vaccinations, dental care, and other routine appointments can catch health issues earlier and make them less expensive to treat.

    Date: Jun 13, 2024
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    Allergies in dogs and cats are nothing to sneeze at , article

    Spring is in full swing, which means pollen and other allergens are wreaking havoc on the 50 million Americans who experience seasonal allergies. But humans aren’t the only species that suffer due to allergens — other animals, including our pets, can have allergies, too.

    Date: May 20, 2024
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    Lyme Disease in Dogs: What Dog Owners Should Know , article

    As Lyme disease cases rise in the United States, not only humans are at risk; dogs are increasingly vulnerable to this tick-borne illness. The disease's spread is facilitated by ticks, which thrive in tall grasses and wooded areas and symptoms in dogs can range from fever and joint pain to more serious conditions like kidney damage if left untreated.

    Date: Apr 12, 2024
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    Things you need to know before you bring home your new puppy , article

    National Puppy Day is March 23, but we like to celebrate all year long. If you’ve decided to add a puppy to your life, here are some things you need to keep in mind to make sure your puppy is set up for success.

    Date: Mar 25, 2024
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    Keep Your Pet Safe During the Holidays , article

    Celebrating the holidays can bring a lot of joy, but it can also endanger the health of your furry companions. It’s important to be aware of pet health hazards — especially around the holidays, when the home is filled with new sights and smells like decorations and holiday meals.

    Date: Dec 08, 2023