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Over the years, we've amassed a great deal of useful tips on dealing with our beloved pets.

Allergies - Allergies In Dogs And Cats - Dog and cats can have allergies just like humans. And just like human allergies, spring and late summer will cause the most runny noses and itchy eyes for your pets. More than one third of all skin irritations can be traced to some kind of allergy....

Brown Spots - Brown Spots In Your Green Lawn - Ammonia in your dog's urine is the reason the grass dies where he or she relieves themselves. There is nothing you can feed your dog or apply to your grass to change this. The best thing you can do is train your dog to urinate in one spot and then...

Bubonic Plague - Bubonic Plague has been a reality in western states for many years. Occasionally, the news will mention a colony of prairie dogs infested with the type of fleas that carry the Plague. It has always been a concern for ranchers and farmers, but most...

Canine Influenza - Has you dog been sneezing or has a runny nose? Canine influenza is one of most prominent health issues for dogs theses days. A virus that has infected horses for over 40 years is now infecting dogs. Dogs who have been exposed have a good chance of...

Cat Scratching - Why Do Cats Scratch the Furniture? - Does your pet have cat scratch fever? No, not the disease; the desire to claw only the finest furniture, wallpaper, and draperies. Well, you are not alone. Scratching is an innate feline behavior, and it is something that all cat owners must...

Cats Purring - Why Do Cats Purr? - People love the sound of cat's purr, but the soothing sound is still not very well understood. You probably think a purring cat is a happy cat, but this explanation doesn't cover all the bases. Cats purr not only when they are happy but also when...

Chocolate Toxicity - Chocolate Toxicity In Dogs And Cats - It's the big brown eyes that get you with that steady, silent plea. The licking of the lips is a dead give away that your dog or cat wants some of your chocolate. What could a little bit of chocolate hurt? Your pet loves it and the last time you...

Dental Care - Dental Care For Your Dog And Cat - Of course cats and dogs do not eat sweets, or at least they shouldn't, but even with the perfect diet they have similar dental issues as humans. Plaque and tartar can build up in their mouths too and eventually lead to gingivitis and gum disease...

Dog Bites - How To Deal With Dog Bites - Dog bites can happen quickly and can be very serious. There are ways to minimize being bit and ways to lessen the chance or of your dog biting someone. The first thing you should do is research your breed. Whether your own the dog already or are...

Evacuation Plans - Evacuation Plans Should Include Your Pets - Our pets rely on us to feed them, to take them to the doctor when they're sick or injured, and keep them safe from harm. Many of us are well intentioned and take very good care of our animals. It would only make sense that we would make the effort...

Feline Leukemia - Feline Leukemia (FeLV) - It is estimated that 2-3% of all cats have Feline Leukemia. Animals with the highest risk are the young, old, the infirm, and strays with susceptibility as high as 13%. Feline Leukemia attacks the immune system, similar to HIV in humans. It is the...

Guide Dogs - Guide Dogs Are Skillful And Well Mannered - They sit quietly and patiently under the table in the restaurant while conversation and dining go on above them. They glide along in the department store or mall, unaffected by all the sights, sounds, and scents. If you were to approach a service...

Holiday Pet Perils - Holidays are a festive time of year when we decorate our homes with lights, wreathes, and garland. We erect trees clad with ornaments, more lights and tinsel. Our kitchens overflow with food. All these changes to the environment mean many...

Kitten Health I - Keeping Your Kitten Healthy - The spring and summer months are the kitten season. There are a few simple things you can do to insure your kitten is enjoying the best possible health. The first thing you should do is have your kitten examined by your favorite veterinarian when...

Kitten Health II - Five Easy Steps To Keep Your Kitten Healthy - 5 easy steps to keeping your kitten healthy, from a brochure at Tenaker, by Idexx Laboratories 1) Schedule a physical examination. A physical examination can help us make sure your kitten is in good health from the start. During the...

Micro-Chips - HomeAgain Pet Recovery Service-Micro-Chip - It is heartbreaking when a pet has gone missing. They rely on us to take care of them. When we don't know where they are we can't help but agonize and worry until they're found. It's even worse if your pet is lost in a strange place. Will your dog...

New Cat? - Introducing A New Cat - One of the biggest differences between dogs and cats is their ability to get along with their own kind. Dogs can figure out who they're going to get along with almost immediately. The pecking order is set quickly and the submissive animals happily...

Pets in Pain - Is Your Pet in Pain? Signs Speak Louder Than Words - Your veterinarian relies on you to note subtle changes in your pet's behavior that may signal pain. Changes in attitude, activity levels, and ability or interest in regular activities like climbing stairs or taking walks are clues that help...

Police Rats - Rats in police work --- they've got a nose for it - Colombia has been plagued by landmines for several decades. Officials, discouraged by losing too many of their bomb sniffing dogs to explosions, have started training rats for the job. It takes 14 ounces of pressure to trip a landmine. Rats, on...

Rattlesnake Bites - Rattlesnake Bites In Dogs And Cats - Most dogs, cats, and humans living in the Denver area will never encounter a rattlesnake. A majority of rattlesnake bites happen, not by accident, but because the snake was not allowed to escape, but rather was wrangled by a shovel or stick,...

Recall Cat Food - Recalled Cat Product Information (updated 04/07/07) - This recall information has been provided by Menu Foods the manufacturer of the affected dog and cat food. For more information Menu Foods has setup a toll free hotline: 1-866-895-2708. The orignial recall affects "cuts and gravy"...

Recall Dog Food - Recalled Dog Product Information (updated 04/07/07) - This recall information has been provided by Menu Foods the manufacturer of the affected dog and cat food. For more information Menu Foods has setup a toll free hotline: 1-866-895-2708. The recall affects "cuts and gravy" style pet...

Separation Anxiety - Separation Anxiety In Dogs - Most of us cannot resist a big celebratory hello with our dogs when we come home. The urge to carry on with exaggerated body language, and an emotionally heightened tone of voice can lead to problems for your dog. Dogs are very social animals and...

Travel & Cats - Travel With Your Cats - You don't have to own a dog to know that dogs love to go for car rides. Just driving around town and you are bound to see a dog or two, leaning out of a car window, with a look of ecstasy on his face. Cats, on the other hand, don't make the best...

Wellness Exams - How Often Does You Pet Need A Wellness Exam? - For millions of health-conscious Americans, the annual checkup has become a routine practice. Like people, dogs and cats can benefit from routine wellness exams too. But with one important difference - pets age faster than people. On average,...

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