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Household Items That Are Dangerous to Dogs (Part 2)
Beyond the obvious hazards, cockroach bait, loose cords, sharp objects, falls from heights, and even a stubborn owner's decorating habits can all put a dog in danger at home.
Can You Feed Pets Leftover Table Food
Everyone knows enjoying a good meal is often better than any activity. For our pet cats and dogs, the holidays are the best begging season of the year. We all slip them 'human food' now and then, but are holiday leftovers safe for them?
Symptoms of Diabetes in Pets
Just as diabetes affects people, it is affecting more and more pets. Obesity is a factor — over 50% of pets are overweight, raising their diabetes risk. In fact, an obese cat is four times more likely to develop diabetes than a cat at a healthy weight.
Do Dogs Need Their Teeth Brushed?
If you brush every day yet your dog's bad breath still won't improve, you are probably brushing the wrong way!
Can Dogs Get Tetanus Too?
Some diseases seem distant but are close by. Tetanus is one, and for dogs it can be deadly if missed.
Dog Diarrhea: Causes and Treatment
Healthy dogs pass firm, brown stools one to two times a day. Diarrhea — loose, watery, or bloody stools with a strong odor — signals an underlying problem. Causes range from mild dietary upset to infections, parasites, IBD, and other diseases, so persistent or severe cases need a vet.
Symptoms of Fever in Kittens
Not only people catch colds and fevers; small animals do too. The most obvious sign of fever in cats is a rise in body temperature; a temperature of 39.2°C means fever. Below we explain in detail the symptoms of fever in kittens.
Can Mosquito Repellent Poison Your Dog?
DEET, the most common repellent, is toxic to dogs through skin, eyes, and lungs. Higher concentration means greater danger. Choose pet-safe labeled products.
What to Do When Your Dog Is Sick: Consultation and Treatment
Dogs occasionally getting sick is something every owner faces. So during illness, what should we do, how do we determine the cause, and what exactly is the dog suffering from? Here are the answers.
Why Dogs Eat Poop and How to Stop It
Dogs eat feces for various reasons — nutritional gaps, boredom, or even an owner's punishment. Stopping it means addressing the cause: check nutrients, manage the litter box, and never punish accidents.