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5 New Year's Resolutions All Cat and Dog Owners Should Make
By Kristen Seymour, Thu Dec 29 12:53:00 EST 2016Have you made your New Year's resolutions yet? Maybe you're hoping to eat better, hit the gym more frequently or make a point to unplug from your phone more often. And sure, those are great goals,… Full Article ›
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Don't Fall for These Dog and Cat Health Myths
By Laura Cross, Wed Jun 29 11:09:00 EDT 2016There are many mistaken beliefs about cat and dog health that keep getting spread around. To help you sort fact from fiction, we’re debunking some of the most common misconceptions about neutering,… Full Article ›
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5 Myths About Heartworm Disease in Dogs
By Laura Cross, Fri May 13 09:09:00 EDT 2016Mosquitoes can cause all sorts of problems for humans: malaria, West Nile virus and Zika virus, to name a few. But we tend to forget that they can also cause a major health issue for our pets:… Full Article ›
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Protect Your Pet from Heartworms and Other Outdoor Pests
Wed Apr 20 12:28:00 EDT 2016Spring is finally here and the great outdoors is calling to you and your pets. But warmer weather comes with a downside: pests that can cause disease. At the top of the list are mosquitoes because… Full Article ›
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Battling Heartworm Disease: Lessons to Learn From Pets Who Contracted It
Fri Jan 22 16:54:00 EST 2016Veterinarians and pet owners alike have more heartworm information at their fingertips than ever before. We now know, for instance, that even in the northern parts of the country, mosquitoes that… Full Article ›
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Facts to Know About Heartworm Disease
Wed Jan 06 15:42:00 EST 2016Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that can affect dogs and cats. It's caused by parasitic worms that can live in the heart, lungs and related blood vessels,… Full Article ›
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7 Tips to Protect Pets From Internal Parasites
Thu Sep 17 16:25:00 EDT 2015Don't let their size fool you: Internal parasites may be puny, but these tiny creatures can wreak havoc on your pet’s health. The most common internal pet parasites include heartworms,… Full Article ›
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13 Questions Owners Ask About New Puppies
By Dr. Patty Khuly VMD, Thu Jul 09 21:32:00 EDT 2015If you’ve ever had a puppy — or a rescue of any age — you’ve experienced the overwhelming feeling that comes with taking on a new family member. So many questions, so little time in the… Full Article ›
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Heartworm Quiz: Learn the Facts to Keep Your Pets Safe
Wed May 27 20:19:00 EDT 2015Among the illnesses that affect our pets, few are better known than heartworm disease. And for good reason: Heartworm is potentially life threatening to our pets. But do you truly understand all… Full Article ›
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The Truth Behind 5 Common Myths About Cats
Fri May 15 21:10:00 EDT 2015Are cats capable of mating with bunnies? Is it true that neutering a Siamese cat will uncross his eyes? Many myths about cats abound, but sometimes it can be hard to distinguish fiction from… Full Article ›
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What Every Good Pet Owner Should Know About Heartworm Prevention
Wed Mar 25 22:33:00 EDT 2015Heartworm disease is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by parasitic worms that can live in the heart and lungs of dogs, cats and other mammals. The good news is that you, the owner, can… Full Article ›
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Don't Catch These Parasites From Your Pet
Thu Mar 19 19:00:00 EDT 2015As the number of pets in the United States increases, so does the likelihood that both pets and pet owners will be exposed to parasites. Recent national surveys indicate that the prevalence of major… Full Article ›