When a dog has some sort of wound or injury, it is simply an instinct for them to repeatedly lick the affected area. Keep reading to learn more about the risks of allowing your dog to lick its wounds and how to avoid any negative consequences.
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Our pets play such an integral part in our lives, offering love and friendship through each stage of our journey together. According to a recent research study by the American Pet Products Association, 68% of US households have at least one pet with approximately 90 million dogs and 94 million cats being the primary pets for these owners.
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Sadly, not every pet will be adopted. Cat expert Jackson Galaxy recognized that well-adapted cats are more likely to catch the eye of a new owner and created the Cat Pawsitive Program to help give these amazing cats a fresh start. This is the story of Ivey, one of the fabulous felines involved in the program.
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If you want to make sure your pets will be safe no matter where you are or what you’re doing, one of the best steps you can take is setting up a pet first aid kit. Here’s how to do it.
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When visiting an animal shelter, it can be heart-wrenching to know that not all of the loving cats, dogs, and other pets will be lucky enough to be adopted into warm homes. Often, though, this is simply because each animal’s unique and special personality doesn’t have a chance to shine through.
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We all know that ancient Egyptians loved and honored cats — but were they really the first humans to domesticate this animal? As it turns out, no. In 2001, French archeologists found a burial site in Cyprus from 9,500 years ago that included a man and an 8-month old cat — obviously buried together to show the closeness of man and animal. So, how did that burial site get there? Who were the first to domesticate cats?
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The first year with a new furry friend is an exciting time, full of laughter and fun — and plenty of love! This quick guide will help ensure that you don’t leave anything to chance with your new canine companion!
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Several common injuries befall cats fairly regularly. If you have a cat, you may have encountered any number of these. To help you know what to do right away if your cat is hurt at home, we’ve created a list of the most common cat injuries and what to do to treat them.
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All dog breeds have excellent qualities that make them unique and special. Still, some dog breeds are particularly known for their intelligence. These dogs make great pets for anyone with kids or other pets, especially. They’re able to easily blend into the family, follow orders well, and provide comfort and stability for everyone.
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How old is your dog? The old adage is that, for every one human year, a dog ages seven years. So, is this true? Learn how veterinarians determine the most accurate age of a dog in relation to human years.
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Did you know that canines are the “Pawfessional” greeters at the Denver International Airport? Since 2015, the CATS Program (Canine Airport Therapy Squad) has been providing a furry face and warm welcome to stressed travelers from around the world. We recently caught up with Nelson’s owner Ron Horn to learn more about his amazing pooch and the impact Nelson has had on the concourse at one of the nation’s busiest airports.
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A couple of sequels and remakes make up part of the lineup for the pet and animal movies coming in 2020! Get a new calendar so you can mark the dates for these new movies!
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