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What You Need to Know About Hot Spots in Your Pet

What You Need to Know About Hot Spots in Your Pet

Hot Spots in Your Pet: What You Need to Know Your pet might scratch, lick, and gnaw themselves into a hot spot if their skin is itchy to the point of feeling like fire. Learn more about these terribly uncomfortable sores to help your animal friend get over the itch....

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Protect Your Pet Against Lyme Disease

Protect Your Pet Against Lyme Disease

Protect Your Pet Against Lyme Disease Slow-moving parasites awaken as the frigid winter weather eventually disappears and is replaced by the warm spring weather. Because of this, April is the ideal month to observe Lyme Disease Prevention in Dogs Month. Take steps to...

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Heartworm Disease in Dogs – Everything You Need to Know

Heartworm Disease in Dogs – Everything You Need to Know

  Everything You Need to Know About Canine Heartworm Disease Heartworms are a type of roundworm that live in the heart, lungs, and blood vessels around affected animals. Heartworm illness is a potentially fatal ailment that is brought on by heartworms. Despite...

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A Comprehensive Guide to Dog Walking Safety

A Comprehensive Guide to Dog Walking Safety

Protect Yourself and Your Pup – A Comprehensive Guide to Dog Walking Safety Make the most of Take a Walk in the Park Day with your pup on March 30! As you enjoy this special day, keep aware for any potential risks that can mar your outing. Be sure to look out for...

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3 Safe Pet Treats for Valentine’s Day

3 Safe Pet Treats for Valentine’s Day

3 Safe Pet Treats for Valentine’s Day Although you show your furry friend just how much you love them every day, Valentine’s Day gives you the opportunity to shower them with even more adoration. While your pet cannot have chocolate, there are many other safe pet...

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3 Signs It’s Time for the First Pet Dental Cleaning

3 Signs It’s Time for the First Pet Dental Cleaning

3 Signs It’s Time for the First Pet Dental Cleaning Every pet is different, and so is the time frame in which they need their teeth cleaned. However, here are three signs that mean your four-legged friend would benefit from a professional pet dental cleaning.  ...

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4 Things You Should Know About Canine Influenza

4 Things You Should Know About Canine Influenza

4 Things You Should Know About Canine Influenza Cough, cough, cough. Hearing your pooch sound like they’re hacking up a lung not long after you had the flu may make you wonder if they contracted your illness. While your dog certainly can become sick with a respiratory...

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How Much Daily Exercise Your Pet Requires

How Much Daily Exercise Your Pet Requires

How Much Daily Exercise Your Pet Requires While all pets need exercise every day, the amount each cat or dog requires varies. Follow the guidelines below to create a general exercise plan, and take into account your pet’s age, breed, and health for a personalized...

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