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Dogs have all kinds of cute habits. They also have all sorts of not-so-cute habits. Dogs love to give kisses and cuddle and play with their humans. That’s cute. The not-so-cute stuff is when those kisses come from the same mouth they just used to drink from the toilet, clean their bottoms, and eat poop.…

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It’s long been said that you can lead a horse to water…but you can’t make him drink. But what if the same holds true for your cat? “Why won’t my cat drink water?” is not the kind of question any proud pet owner wants to be asking. But all too often, this frustrated lament is…

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Has your dog been experiencing some digestive issues lately? If you notice your dog having inconsistent bowel movements or other canine digestive problems and it hasn’t gone away, that could mean that he is coming down with an underlying health condition that needs to be treated. At first, you assume it is just something he…

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As with humans, dogs can develop what is known as a hernia. However, since this problem is entirely internal in nature, it can be difficult to detect or know that your dog is suffering from a hernia. Therefore, it is important to know the signs and symptoms of a hernia in dogs as they are…

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Blindness can happen to any cat at any stage of their life. Just because your cat may be blind, does not mean he will have a reduced quality of life. In fact, many pet owners find caring for a blind animal to be quite rewarding, making the bond between the two even stronger than before.…

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There’s an interesting story behind these black and brown beauties. A man by the name of Karl Friedrich Louis Dobermann was the original developer of Dobermanns in the late 1800’s. Karl Dobermann was a tax collector, and he needed an athletic and imposing looking dog that would provide some security while he made his rounds.…

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Did you know that cats can suffer from similar thyroid conditions to those that afflict human beings? One glandular thyroid condition that cats can suffer from is called hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism in cats is also sometimes referred to as thyroid hormone deficiency. Hypothyroidism is the less commonly understood glandular thyroid disorder, with many more people being…

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It is normal for you to feed your dog fresh fruits like strawberries, bananas, and apples without a problem. So why can’t dogs eat grapes? There’s a toxicity in grapes and raisins that when consumed by your dog can lead to fatal kidney failure. It may seem perplexing to think that one of the smallest…

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Cavalier King Charles Spaniels descended from spaniel roots and were first bred by crossing small spaniels with East Asian toy breeds. They were often referred to as “comforter spaniels”, as they functioned as foot and lap warmers and helped to drive away fleas from the bodies of their owners. King Charles II’s fascination with his…

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Much like their human counterparts, dogs experience upset stomachs from time to time. Though not uncommon, it can be very upsetting to witness your furry comrade in his or her state of discomfort. Unlike people, dogs are unable to explain their symptoms or how they may be feeling. This can lead to owners feeling confused,…

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