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Like human personalities, dog personalities vary greatly. Whereas some dogs rarely bark, others frequently snarl and show their teeth, turning a nice afternoon in the park into an embarrassing or even damaging outing.  Before you adopt a puppy or full-grown dog, it’s helpful to know which breeds tend to be more aggressive than others. This…

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A healthy hoof is usually a trustworthy indicator of a healthy horse – smooth, well-trimmed, and well-kept hooves offer support and protection against some ground hazards. However, even under the most watchful of equine handlers, issues can still arise that attack and damage the structure of the hoof from within, progressing insidiously over time. A…

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For a well-adjusted horse, few senses are as crucial to health and well-being as his sight. Sharp vision ensures that he can carefully choose his path through a paddock, recognize his handler or handlers, find his way to food and water, and stay aware of boundaries and dangers. Equine recurrent uveitis – also called ERU…

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If you’ve ever gone hiking in the northeastern United States, you’ve probably had someone remind you, “Check yourself for ticks!” After all, ticks can carry a myriad of diseases, including the infamous Lyme disease. Just like humans, horses are susceptible to tick bites and, therefore, to Lyme disease. While this isn’t the most common equine…

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As a cat lover, you want to understand everything you can about your feline friend’s health and wellness.  Hyperthyroidism affects about 10% of senior cats, so it’s an essential issue to keep on your radar.1 Hyperthyroidism describes a hyper or overactive thyroid. It can occur in humans, cats, and canines alike. The thyroid plays a…

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Pets have a way of quickly evolving from mere companions to beloved family members, with all the trials, tribulations, and great stories that come with that distinction. However, unlike human family members, a dog or cat never reaches an age where they’re capable of taking care of all of their own needs. Sure, they may…

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The love affair between cats and their owners goes back thousands of years – in fact, research has shown that felines began cohabitating with humans approximately 9,500 years ago. In ancient Egypt, there is an inscription on the Royal Tombs at Thebes that reads, “Thou art the Great Cat, the avenger of the gods, and…

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Owning a puppy – especially for the first time – is an experience unlike any other. And for anyone who loves the great outdoors, bringing the family pooch on a camping excursion is an exciting prospect. After all, what’s better than exploring nature with a man’s best friend? From sunny days by the lake to…

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As 2020 winds down, there is unfortunately no shortage of new Covid-19 cases popping up in the news. Although the general population continues to wear masks, limit interactions with one another, practice social distancing, and use hand sanitizer liberally, the novel coronavirus remains a cause for concern for people around the world. However, pet parents…

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Ask nearly any cat owner if they’ve been bitten by their pet at one point or another and the chances are pretty high that the answer is “yes”. While this doesn’t necessarily mean their feline companion was acting out, it is important for pet parents – especially first-time kitten owners – to understand the psychology…

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