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Common Cat Allergies and How to Treat Them
There are many people who are allergic to cat dander. But, did you know that cats also have allergies, too? There are numerous foods, household products and other items that cats can have allergic reactions to. It is estimated that at least fifteen percent of all cats in the United States suffer from some form of allergy...

Heartworms: 4 ways to protect your dog
Honestly speaking, there are only two ways in which you can effectively prevent heartworms from attacking your dog and becoming a problem. The first one is to never let any mosquito that carries heartworm get inside your house and near your dog. The second is to never let your dog go outside...

Bone, joint, and muscle problems
Your dog’s body is built to enhance massive endurance and agility. His hind legs have great, powerful muscles, that allow him to get instant acceleration and help maintain speed. For this reason, you need to make sure that he is not suffering from any kind of bone, joint, and muscle disorder that can cause lameness, pain, or paralysis...

What Illnesses Does Your Cat’s Vaccinations Cover?
All felines should be vaccinated annually to protect their health. Even if your cat is indoors, there is a possibility that he may escape and be exposed to harmful diseases. Vaccines typically fall into two categories: core vaccinations that are recommended for all cats...

The importance of giving your dog first aid treatment
It is our job as dog owners to make sure that our pets are happy and healthy. However, it is not always an easy job given that our dogs are curious and intelligent creatures with a tendency to get themselves into all kinds of trouble. And when they do get in sick or hurt...