Articles On:pets

May 31, 2022

Treat Your Cat to a Catio

You want your precious feline to be happy as well as safe and healthy. Letting ...

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cat sleeping on a patio - photo by Kyrylo Glivin Dreamstime. A "catio" can help you keep your kitty safe and healthy while protecting wildlife. Use these ideas to create your pet's personal cat patio.
April 22, 2022

Does Becoming a Puppy Raiser Appeal to You?

Writer Kari Smith tells us about becoming a puppy raiser for Canine Companions, a nonprofit ...

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Three service dogs from Canine Companions. A look at becoming a puppy raiser with Canine Companions, which provides service dogs to people with disabilities, with firsthand advice.
March 28, 2022

Older Cats and Feline Cognitive Dysfunction

Just like people, cats experience age-related physical changes and have special needs. According to an ...

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Red Tabby Photo By Primaveraar Dreamstime. For article, Odd behavior in older cats signal feline cognitive dysfunction (FCD). If you have a senior cat, know the signs and let your vet help.
March 9, 2022

Prebiotics and Probiotics for Pets

Are prebiotics and probiotics for pets worthwhile or a waste of money? What are they ...

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Man On Park Bench With Dog And Cat Photo By Jevtic Dreamstime. What do prebiotics and probiotics for pets do? Are they worthwhile? We have answers for pet owners who want the best for their dogs and cats.
March 4, 2022

Are You Too Old to Get a Dog?

Older adults may fear they are too old to get a dog, but with careful ...

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February 15, 2022

4 Perfect Pets for Seniors

Older adults looking for animal companionship can consider these four perfect pets for seniors: easy ...

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Sugar Glider Photo By Eugenesergeev Dreamstime. Older adults looking for animal companionship can consider these four perfect pets for seniors: easy to care for while still providing company, smiles, and other benefits.
February 9, 2022

Helping a Scared Cat Adjust

Pet expert Cathy M. Rosenthal provides suggestions for helping a scared cat adjust to a ...

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Gray Cat Under Bed Photo By GCapture Dreamstime. For article, Pet expert Cathy M. Rosenthal provides suggestions for helping a scared cat adjust to a family whose new cat won’t come out of hiding.
January 24, 2022

Ask Amy: Profound Grief Over Her Dog’s Death

A woman whose 5-year-old dog died from cancer is experiencing profound grief over her dog’s ...

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A pet gravestone is surrounded by fall leaves. For Ask Amy column, Profound Grief Over Her Dog’s Death: A woman whose 5-year-old dog died from cancer is experiencing profound grief over her dog’s death and realizes she is neglecting her relationship with her husband and feeling extreme pain. Advice columnist Amy Dickinson addresses her loss.
January 20, 2022

CBD for Pets: Hype or Helpful?

Wellness trends for humans and pets are all over the internet. One of them, CBD, ...

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Adorable Dog And Cat Photo By Chernetskaya Dreamstime. CBD is touted as a wellness option for pets, but research on CBD for pets is sparse, making it hard to know if it's hype. Here are the facts.
January 3, 2022

Technology for Pets Keeps Our Babies Safe and Happy

As much as people love technology and their pets, a pairing of the two was ...

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dog with his own laptop and coffee mug and spectacles. Photo by Eva Blanco, Dreamstime. For article on technology for pets