The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) will not release further updates on its investigation of a potential link between canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and grain-free pet foods “until there is meaningful new scientific information to share,” officials reported in late December.
How to Keep Your Pets Safe While Driving Kittens love to pounce, chase and bite. These actions appear to originate from their predatory instincts. But these behaviors are important to kitten development, and they help with coordination, bite inhibition as well as social skills. In this guide, you’ll learn what to expect during their growth …
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How to Keep Your Pets Safe While Driving Travel season has arrived, and many pet owners are preparing to take their furry friends on their next vacation. However, traveling with pets requires more than just letting Fido hop into the passenger seat. Keeping your pet safe while driving isn’t difficult; with proper supplies, your pet …
Perhaps you’ve heard of probiotics — and, perhaps you’ve taken them yourself. Did you know that probiotics can be helpful for pet’s, too? But, it’s important to know the whole story, especially how prebiotics allow probiotics to be more effective. What Are Probiotics? Probiotics are specific types of microorganisms ( live, bitsy organisms) that naturally …
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No matter how careful we are with our pets, they can still get lost. For instance, they can sneak out a door or open window or scoot under a fence in the backyard. While there is no sure way to prevent your pet from getting lost, you can help make sure they are returned home …
After a stressful year, the holiday season is more welcome than ever. While family gatherings will likely be different this year, it’s still a time to gather with friends and family (in a safe, responsible way) to celebrate. Health and safety is top of mind for most households this year, and while people are taking …
November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a great time to spread knowledge about pets and cancer, as well as a time to educate ourselves about the things we can do to prevent or treat cancer in our own pets. Cancer can be caused by a variety of environmental and genetic factors, and there …
We’re approaching a new year, but we’re also approaching the heart of winter where temperatures will be bitter cold and precipitation will take on frozen forms. While the weather won’t stop our pets from going out to do their business or play in the snow, there are many ways we can keep them protected from …
