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The Canine Genome and DNA Testing
Have you ever looked at your adopted dog with its short legs, shaggy hair and brown spot encircling one eye, and wondered what dog breeds are in there? Now that science has decoded the DNA of dogs, science can tell…
Cold Weather Pet Safety
How to Protect Your Pet When the Weather Turns Cold Cold weather can be dangerous for your pet’s health, causing ailments ranging from skin irritations to frostbite. These six tips will help you keep your pet safe and comfortable no…
Bringing a New Pet in the Home in the New Year
Will a Pet Be Joining Your Family in 2021? Are you bringing home a new dog, cat, or other pet soon? Choosing the ideal time to introduce your pet to your family and reviewing care basics will make your pet’s…
Learn How to Master Walking Your Dog for Walk Your Pet Month
Making Walks with Your Dog More Enjoyable You’ve probably heard people joke, “Are you walking your dog, or is your dog walking you?” In fact, your dog might actually be controlling the walk if it never received any leash training.…
Xylitol Poisoning in Dogs
There are an increasing number of cases of dogs getting sick from ingesting a common sugar substitute, xylitol. This substance causes no problems in people, but in dogs it can cause wild fluctuations in blood sugar, often leading to a…
Keep Your Pets Safe From Toxic Household Items
Household Items That Are Toxic to Your Pet Curious pets explore their environments by sniffing, licking, and tasting. Unfortunately, eating or licking cleaners, pills, plants, and other items may sicken animals. These common household items can cause illness or even…
Secondhand Smoke Affects Pets Too
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…
How Safe is Your Dog’s Food?
Over the last several years, numerous dog food brands and treats have been recalled for chemical contamination or Salmonella. This last summer many dog food brands were recalled due to Salmonella; all were manufactured in a Diamond Pet Foods plant…
Homemade vs. Store Bought Pet Food
Pet owners have more choices than ever when it comes to feeding their pets. Commercially made products are readily available on grocery store shelves, the Internet, and in veterinary offices, while homemade food offers another feeding option. If you’re having…