Pet care
Fostering pets
Many people are generous when it comes to helping homeless pets. They donate money, volunteer at shelters, and organize and staff fundraising and...
Pet care
Water Safety 101
Swimming is great exercise for those dogs who love it, but even the most water-ready of retrievers can get into trouble without their families...
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Experts on call after hours
Pet parents tend to have numerous questions both big and small about caring for their pets. Often our pet concerns can't wait, so if your vet's...
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Keep essential oils away from your pets
Essential oils can be found in many popular products, from those for aromatherapy to household cleaning. The benefits of essential oils for humans...
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More pets?
For many, one pet is never enough. For them, the happiest homes are those with as many pets as can be cared for, a mix of species or multiples of the...
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Parasite prevention tips
As the weather warms up, many pet parasites pick up–or get picked up by pets. Fleas and ticks become more active, as do mosquitoes, which transmit...
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Planning pet-safe plantings
The snow may still be on the ground in some places, but that doesn’t stop people from swarming the gardening centers at the first hint of spring. For...
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Planning for new pet expenses
You can’t put a price tag on the love and affection you receive from a new pet. However, adding a new four-legged friend to your life does come with...
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Who wants to go for a walk?
Walking is a low-intensity activity that has potential benefits of lifting moods, helping with fitness and weight, and easing the joint pain that so...
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Teflon toxicity affects all bird species
Non-stick cookware can be very hazardous for bird species—but many bird parents are unaware of the dangers.