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Spring 2022

Expert pet advice on plant toxicity

Small dog ingests palm tree pits Redding, our chihuahua, ate three or four palm tree pits around 20 minutes ago. We’re not sure what kind of palm...
Spring 2022

Prevent pet poisoning at home

Thousands of pets become seriously ill from ingesting common household toxins every year. March is Pet Poison Prevention Awareness month, which was...
Spring 2022

Beloved family dog injures hips in freak golf cart accident

For Bob and Francine Romig, a move to Florida meant a new focus on enjoying the little perks of retirement, starting out with the first cup of coffee...
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Building up resilience with the help of your pets

Resilience becomes more important as we age. Physical, mental and emotional resilience can reduce your likelihood of injury and keep you positive...
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Tooth Hurts

Dental health is a major concern for our pets, especially as they grow older. Gum disease and tartar build-up can lead to a host of serious health...
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See You This Year Sweeps

Keep your friends and family close to your heart this year. Enter to win a set of 4- Amazon Echo Show 8's to share pawesome photos, pet zoomies, and...
Pet care

What is a pet guardian (and why do you want one)?

Nationwide has partnered with FreeWill to provide this article to our readers. It does not constitute legal advice and is not a substitute for an...
Pet care

Preparing your pet for your return to office

In one bit of good news to come out of the COVID-19 pandemic, many animal shelters and rescue organizations reported surges in fostering and adoption...
Winter 2022

Griffin’s skewer screwup

Even the perfect dog has their … moments. Meet Griffin, a mixed-breed pooch who bit off more than he could chew at a summer barbecue—and wound up...
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Support our favorite Black-owned pet brands

From plush pillows to matching outfits, you spare no expense when it comes to your pets. Looking to pamper them with an extra special treat? Check...
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Winter activities for your pet

Staying active during the cold winter months isn’t always easy. Short days and chilly ...

Cold weather companions

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Caring for rabbits during the winter

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Celebrate the Year of the Snake

2025 is a Year of the Snake on the Chinese zodiac calendar. To celebrate the hiss-toric ...