Is your pet protected against heartworm?
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Although small mammals are cute and tiny, they can be a big responsibility. If you’re interested in owning a chinchilla, ferret, hamster, hedgehogs, gerbils, guinea pigs, rabbits, rats, and other small mammals, it’s important to learn how to properly care for each of these furry creatures before bringing them home with you.
Consider what size, temperament, and activity level are right for your household so you can choose the option that best matches your lifestyle. Are you looking for an animal that will take kindly to being petted and interact with you? Rabbits or guinea pigs are pets that enjoy cuddling once they’re gotten used to you. Be sure to choose a small mammal that has what you’re looking for and you’ll love having it around. Check out the articles below to learn more about the general care of each of these animals.
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Why Heartworm Protection Is Necessary for All Pets
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The Importance of Pre-purchase Exams
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Thinking about buying a horse? A pre-purchase exam could help you make sure you're making the right decision.
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What Horse Owners Need to Know about Exercise Induced Pulmonary Hemorrhage (EIPH)
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Does your horse have a bloody nose after exercising? Exercise-induced pulmonary hemorrhage could be to blame.
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Cat-Safe House Plants
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Not sure which house plants are safe for your cat? Take a look at our list.
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Feline Skin Allergy Symptoms and Care
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Has scratching become your cat's favorite activity? A skin allergy may be to blame.
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The Next Step
Category: Living With Your Pet, Saying Goodbye
The grieving process includes accepting the reality of your loss, accepting that the loss and accompanying feelings are painful, and adjusting to your new life that no longer includes your pet. How do I tell my family? Family members usually are already aware of a pet's problems. However, you should
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Online Games & Quizzes
Category: Pets4Kids
In this version of badminton, your tail is the racquet. Make the dolphin do flips and tricks. Play Zipper's Kennel Chaos game! Can you help get water in Zipper's dish? Use your frog tongue to catch delicious bugs. Create your very own prize-winning pooch! Speed down the ice while
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Battling Canine Cancer
Category: Video Newsroom, Health Topics
Every day, Cindy Fleischner lines up her crew of cuddly canines for breakfast. As the four other dogs eat, Cindy pulls Katy, her 12 year old Shepherd mix aside for a peanut butter treat. Katy is battling lymphoma and this treat hides her daily dose of chemotherapy drugs. Katy is not alone in this war.
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Gastroenteritis in Pets
Category: Newsletter Library, Recognizing Illness
Lengthy bouts of vomiting and diarrhea can be a sign that your pet has gastroenteritis, a common condition that occurs when the lining of the stomach and intestines becomes irritated. Since frequent diarrhea and vomiting can lead to dehydration, a visit to the veterinarian is a good idea if you notice
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What You Need to Know About Antibiotics
Category: Newsletter Library, Keeping Pets Healthy
Using antibiotics incorrectly may harm, rather than help, your pet.
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Training Tips for Your Pets
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Has training your pet been a frustrating experience? These training tips may help.
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World Rabies Day
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Has your pet's rabies vaccine expired? Update it during World Rabies Day on September 28.
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Why A Vet Is Your Best Defense During A Zombie Apocalypse
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Could your veterinarian help you survive a zombie apocalypse?
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8 Common Reasons Why Your Dog is Snoring
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Do you know why your dog snores?
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Becoming a Service Dog: Training and Temperament Are Key Factors
Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training
Service dogs help thousands of disabled Americans become more independent. The first service dogs guided visually impaired people, but today, the dogs assist people who have a variety of disabilities, ranging from hearing loss to seizures to cerebral palsy. Before a dog can become a service animal, it
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How to Make Vet Visits a More Pleasant Experience for Your Pet
Category: Newsletter Library, Behavior & Training
Does your pet dislike visiting the vet? These tips may make visits less stressful.
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