What Should I Expect After My Dog is Spayed or Neutered?

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For many dog owners, the first surgery that a pet will undergo is a spay or neuter operation. But the prospect of caring for a dog that’s just undergone surgery makes many dog owners very nervous. … Read More

Should I Get My Pet Neutered?

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The decision to neuter a pet can be a difficult one, especially for male pet owners who understandably, find the idea of castration rather difficult to digest. But in the vast majority of cases, spaying or … Read More

Should I Take My Dog to the Emergency Room?

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There’s lots of instances when a dog owner may wonder, “Is my dog sick? Should I take him to the 24-hour emergency veterinary clinic?” Making the decision to take a pet to the emergency clinic can … Read More

Tips for Giving Your Dog a Pill

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At some point, every dog will need to take a pill, whether it’s medication, a vitamin or a supplement. But when it comes time to give your dog a pill, do you know how to do … Read More

How to Make a Pet First Aid Kit

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As a pet owner, you never know when an emergency may arise. No matter how caring and conscientious you are as a pet owner, there’s always a chance that your pet will get sick or injured. … Read More

How Do I Check My Dog’s Gums?

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Are you wondering “Is my dog sick?” If so, there’s a few things you’ll want to check on your dog – his temperature, his capillary refill time and his gum color. But do you know how … Read More

A Look at the Top Pet Poisons of 2008

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The ASPCA Pet Poison Control Center has released its list of the Top 10 Pet Poisons of 2008 in an effort to educate pet owners about the most common toxic hazards that exist in and around … Read More

Preparing Your Pet for a Road Trip

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With more and more hotels becoming pet-friendly, an increasing number of pet owners are deciding to take their cat, dog, ferret or other pet along for the ride on that road trip or vacation. It takes … Read More

Preparing Pets for a Visit From a Houseguest

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Hosting a houseguest can be a wonderful experience for humans, but a visitor staying in the home is often a less-than-good experiences for pets like dogs, cats and birds. Whether you have a German Shepherd, a … Read More

The Dangers of Playing Fetch With Sticks

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A good, old-fashioned romp in the park for a game of fetch is harmless fun, right? Well, vets worldwide are urging dog owners to think again, saying that serious and even deadly injuries can result from … Read More

Prevent Paw Injuries and Paw Pad Cracking During the Winter

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Dogs of all breeds and sizes face a couple big obstacles during the cold winter months, when paw pad injuries, cracked or peeling paw pads or frequent licking of the paws becomes commonplace. The cold winter … Read More

Safety Tips for Pet Birds During the Holidays

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There are many holiday hazards facing dogs and cats, but what about the birds? You’ll find lots of literature out there on how to avoid illness, injury and other catastrophes involving dogs and cats during the … Read More

Protecting Dog and Cats from Toxic Holiday Gifts

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Pet poisoning incidents skyrocket around the holidays and holiday gifts are part of the reason for this increase in dog and cat poisoning incidents. The typical present-related pet poisoning incident occurs like this: a family member … Read More

How to Start a Pet Log

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Whether you own a dog, a cat, a rat, a bird, or a horse, pet logs are an extremely useful tool for every pet owner. Pet logs can be used to help diagnose illness, disease and … Read More

Adopting a Puppy vs an Adult Dog

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Sasha-Simone, The Very Energetic Puppy! When many soon-to-be dog owners think dog adoption, they automatically think of a puppy. But many new dogs owners fail to realize that an adult dog is often the better choice. … Read More

What to Keep In Case of a Pet Food Recall

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In 2007, a close friend lost her dog as a result of a pet food recall. So as a pet writer, I’ve been closely monitoring the pet food recall situation ever since. It’s a topic I’ve … Read More

The Devon Rex Cat

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The Devon Rex is a truly unique cat in his appearance, with large almond shaped eyes set in a small, sculpted face, with a slightly snubbed, upturned nose and huge bat-like ears that sit low on the head.
The Devon Rex’s fur is short and wavy, the body muscular, trim and compact. The coat color can […]

Salmonella Pet Food Recall Issued

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There’s few things more frightening than a pet food recall and unfortunately, it’s happened again – yet another pet food recall has been issued, placing thousands of pets at risk of illness or worse. Mars Petcare … Read More

Tips for Using a Cat Training Alarm

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As an owner of six cats, we’ve tried virtually every cat training tool or gadget at one point or another. One really worthwhile cat gadget is a cat training alarm – a must-have for all cat … Read More

Are Pet Finches Right for You?

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Of all the birds I’ve owned, finches remain among my favorite. I affectionately call them “the happiest little creatures on Earth.” Finches are simply the peppiest, most joyful birds out there – and it’s impossible to be unhappy watching them as they chirp and flutter about. Another benefit? Finches are fairly easy to care for. […]

Handling Pet Emergencies

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The holiday season brings all sorts of poisoning risks and holiday health hazards for pets, and while it’s always a good idea for pet owners to educate themselves about household pet dangers and what foods, plants … Read More

Beware of Holiday Decoration Hazards for Pets

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So, the holiday season is officially underway and that means lots of holiday hazards for our pets. I figured out long ago how crafty and mischievous dogs, cats, birds and other pets can be around the … Read More

Hello To All The PetLvrs – From Mia!

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As a new blogger on the PetLvr Blog .. I thought I’d start by taking the opportunity to introduce myself to the PetLvr community. I’m an experienced pet writer from the Boston area. I specialize in … Read More

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