If you have a pet who likes to romp around your garden, don’t plant anything that might be toxic to them, such as azaleas and Jimson weed.
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How to Switch Your Dog’s Food Gradually, Without Tummy Upsets
Follow this expert guide to transition your dog to a new food over the course of at least 1 week. Here’s what you need to know.
Relax, Your Cat Is Probably Not Sleeping “Too Much” (Here’s Why)
Most cats sleep around 16 hours a day, with kittens and seniors snoozing even longer than that.
Putting Your Dog in a Costume? Follow These Dog Costume Tips.
Here are some important dog costume tips that everyone should follow to keep their pets safe and comfortable in their costumes.
Why Your Dog Is Eating So Fast, and How to Slow Them Down
Dogs who eat too quickly can suffer from digestive problems, some of which may be serious. Here’s why your dog eats so fast — and how you can help.
8 Things to Know About Cherry Eye (Including How It’s Treated)
Despite its sometimes angry-red appearance, cherry eye is not painful for dogs.
Cat Abscesses: What Causes Them, and How Do Vets Treat Them?
Abscesses — painful infected wounds — usually require a vet visit. Quick, proper cat abscess treatment usually means a better outcome.
Do Dogs Like Hugs? Is It OK to Kiss Your Dog? Get the Facts.
Hugging an unwilling dog puts them under stress — which means they may bite next.
What to Do When Your Cat Refuses to Use the Litter Box
If your cat refuses to use the litter box, don’t ignore it. The longer this goes on, the more established it becomes. Here’s what to do.
Treating Insect Stings on Dogs
Treating insect stings on dogs requires a few household items and a lot of love. Relieve your dog from painful bites or stings with these helpful hints.
Dog Burping: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know (And More)
Unless there are other signs of ill health, it’s normal for dogs to burp. Here’s some advice — including what to do if the burping becomes excessive.
Marijuana Toxicity in Pets: A Growing Problem With Serious Consequences
As laws change and the use of this drug becomes more prevalent, marijuana toxicity in pets is on the rise. Edibles with chocolate are the worst.
Obesity in Dogs and Cats: The Most Common Health Threat to Our Pets
You may think your pet is healthy, but the veterinarian says otherwise. Here’s what you may be getting wrong.
No, Most Veterinarians Are Not Trying to “Upsell” Their Clients
Your vet wants to help you and your pet in times of crisis, and this entails making tough decisions together. Here’s the truth about veterinary upsells.
What Does It Mean When a Kitten Is Eating Litter?
Young kittens like to put things in their mouth. Sometimes that might mean a kitten is eating cat litter. Here are a few thoughts on what might be going on.