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March Newsletter: Care Tips for Your Pocket Pets
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Do you follow these pocket pet care guidelines?
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March Newsletter: First Time Pet Owner? Here's What You Need to Know
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Bring a pet home soon? Take a look a few things you should know.
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Caring for Your Older Pet
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Many of the same problems that affect people as they age, such as arthritis and diabetes, can also affect your pet. Making a few changes to the way you care for your furry friend will help you ensure that your pet stays healthy and happy as the years go by.
Look for Common Signs of Illness
Changes
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February Newsletter: Weird Things Your Cat Does and What They Mean
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Looking for an explanation for your cat's strange behaviors?
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February Newsletter: Where to Start When Training Your Puppy
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Is your puppy ready to be trained?
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January Newsletter: National Bird Day
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Got any plans for National Bird Day?
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January Newsletter: Don't Forget to Vaccinate Your Pets this Year
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Is pet vaccinated?
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December Newsletter: Cold Weather Tips for Your Pets
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Are your pets ready for winter weather?
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December Newsletter: Pets and the Holidays: What to Know before Feeding Your Pet Table Scraps
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Could holiday table scraps cause health woes for your pets?
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November Newsletter: How arthritis can affect your pet
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Could your pet have arthritis?
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November Newsletter: National animal shelter appreciation week
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Looking for ways to support your local animal shelter?
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Three Reasons to Always Microchip Your Pets
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Wondering if microchipping is right for your pet?
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Bad Breath Can Indicate Your Pet Needs Dental Care
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Could bad breath mean that your pet has a dental issue?
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Happy Cat Month
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How will you honor your cat during Happy Cat Month?
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Beware of Ticks this Fall
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Do you know how to protect your pet from ticks?
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How to Tell When Your Cat Is Sick
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Not sure if your cat is sick? Take a look at these signs.
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Vet Care Doesn't Have to Break the Bank; Pet Insurance
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Wondering if pet insurance is a good idea?
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Human vs Pet Medications: Why You Should Never Share Medicine with Your Pets
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Could your medications harm your pets?
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Ways to Take the Stress Out of Your Pet's Next Veterinary Visit
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Does your pet dread veterinary visits?
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Signs on Heatstroke: Keep Your Pets Safe This Summer
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Do you know how to protect your pet from heatstroke?
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Why Heartworm Protection Is Necessary for All Pets
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Is your pet protected against heartworm?
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Cat-Safe House Plants
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Not sure which house plants are safe for your cat? Take a look at our list.
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Feline Skin Allergy Symptoms and Care
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Has scratching become your cat's favorite activity? A skin allergy may be to blame.
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The Next Step
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Living With Your Pet, Saying Goodbye
The grieving process includes accepting the reality of your loss, accepting that the loss and accompanying feelings are painful, and adjusting to your new life that no longer includes your pet.
How do I tell my family?
Family members usually are already aware of a pet's problems. However, you should
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Battling Canine Cancer
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Video Newsroom, Health Topics
Every day, Cindy Fleischner lines up her crew of cuddly canines for breakfast. As the four other dogs eat, Cindy pulls Katy, her 12 year old Shepherd mix aside for a peanut butter treat. Katy is battling lymphoma and this treat hides her daily dose of chemotherapy drugs. Katy is not alone in this war.
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Gastroenteritis in Pets
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Lengthy bouts of vomiting and diarrhea can be a sign that your pet has gastroenteritis, a common condition that occurs when the lining of the stomach and intestines becomes irritated. Since frequent diarrhea and vomiting can lead to dehydration, a visit to the veterinarian is a good idea if you notice
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What You Need to Know About Antibiotics
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Using antibiotics incorrectly may harm, rather than help, your pet.
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Training Tips for Your Pets
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Has training your pet been a frustrating experience? These training tips may help.
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World Rabies Day
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Has your pet's rabies vaccine expired? Update it during World Rabies Day on September 28.
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Why A Vet Is Your Best Defense During A Zombie Apocalypse
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Could your veterinarian help you survive a zombie apocalypse?
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8 Common Reasons Why Your Dog is Snoring
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Do you know why your dog snores?
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Becoming a Service Dog: Training and Temperament Are Key Factors
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Service dogs help thousands of disabled Americans become more independent. The first service dogs guided visually impaired people, but today, the dogs assist people who have a variety of disabilities, ranging from hearing loss to seizures to cerebral palsy. Before a dog can become a service animal, it
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How to Make Vet Visits a More Pleasant Experience for Your Pet
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Does your pet dislike visiting the vet? These tips may make visits less stressful.
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Should Your Dog Wear a Backpack?
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Thinking about buying a backpack for your dog? Consider these factors before you visit the pet store.
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Secondhand Smoke Affects Pets Too
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The effects of secondhand smoke on people are well-documented. Exposure to tobacco smoke causes a variety of serious health problems, including stroke, heart disease, and lung cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not surprisingly, secondhand smoke also increases the risk
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