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Spooky Animals That Make Great Pets!

Spooky Animals That Make Great Pets!

Snakes, rats, and spiders are among some of the most feared and disliked animals, and they are often featured this time of year as “spooky”, but once you get to know them, they actually all make fantastic pets!
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Fourth of July Pet Safety

Fourth of July Pet Safety

The weeknights leading up to the Fourth of July are full of neighborhood firework displays. During these weeks, our local humane societies often get twice as many reports of lost and missing pets. Keeping this statistic in mind, here are some ways to keep your pet safe while providing anxiety relief.
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Things I’ve Learned While Camping with My Dog

Things I’ve Learned While Camping with My Dog

As the year has gone on and we have been able to venture out, I feel so lucky that we found Opal and brought her into our family. I look forward to every adventure with her and I know she does as well. She knows what’s up as I begin pulling out my gear and loading up the truck. Once it’s time to go, she can’t get into the truck fast enough.
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Transitioning Between Dog Foods

Transitioning Between Dog Foods

Zamzows dog food is a calorie dense product and the amount you will need to feed will most likely decrease. The feeding guidelines noted on the back of the bag have been established by researchers to best address your dogs weight and size. Overfeeding is a significant cause of diarrhea and gas. Your dog may appear to be hungry but be assured they are receiving all of the nutrients that their body needs. Overfeeding your dog can contribute to significant health risks which can include joint problems and Diabetes.
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Rabbits as Pets

Rabbits as Pets

Thought and consideration must go into the decision to get a rabbit as a pet. Rabbits are typically not suitable for small children and do not like to sit quietly on a lap for long periods.
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How to Deal With Cat Aggression

How to Deal With Cat Aggression

Many cat owners have had the unpleasant experience of their normally sweet and cuddly cat turning into an aggressive tiger when they least expect it. It could consist of their pet severely biting them, or could be as simple as hissing and swatting at the owner when they attempt to pet the cat. 
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The Pros and Cons of Heat Rocks

The Pros and Cons of Heat Rocks

Use of reptile heat rocks is on the rise again. The reptile heat rock manufacturers have made dramatic improvements in recent years making them a safe additional heat source for the dry desert reptile species. The popular bearded dragon is just one of the heat loving reptiles that benefit greatly from having more than one heat source.
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Training a Rabbit to Use a Litter Box

Training a Rabbit to Use a Litter Box

We all love those cute little rabbit eyes and twitching nose and little cottontail. But did you know that cute little rabbit inside the hutch on the back patio would love to join you inside? Sure you bring him inside every now and then, but did you know that he could be litter trained just like a house cat?
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The Essentials of Guinea Pig Diets

The Essentials of Guinea Pig Diets

The key to keeping any house pet healthy and happy begins with their diet. There are lots of different guinea pig formulated foods available and it is hard to choose one over the other. In this article, I will talk about the things to look and plan for when choosing the best feed for your guinea pig.
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Dog Dental Month

Dog Dental Month

February is Pet Dental Health Care month which means it’s a good time to take a look at your animal’s pearly whites. Studies show that two-thirds of our pets don’t get the dental maintenance they need to have healthy teeth.

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