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Safe Exercises for Dogs With Arthritis – 6 Vet-Approved Options

Safe Exercises for Dogs With Arthritis – 6 Vet-Approved Options

Arthritis is a painful condition that can impact one’s quality of life, whether you’re a dog or a human. It limits one’s ability to get around, making even sma…

Chris Dinesen Rogers
By Chris Dinesen Rogers
How to Take Care of a Rabbit: 15 Expert Tips & Tricks

How to Take Care of a Rabbit: 15 Expert Tips & Tricks

People have consumed rabbit meat since Roman times. Written records exist about raising them for food, even with mentions of keeping them in hutches, as many p…

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By Chris Dinesen Rogers
Can Rabbits Get Covid? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Can Rabbits Get Covid? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Everyone’s life changed dramatically after the discovery of COVID-19 in December 2019. The nation’s response was an all-out effort to contain the virus, focusi…

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By Chris Dinesen Rogers
Pearl Cockatiel: Facts, Origin & History (With Pictures)

Pearl Cockatiel: Facts, Origin & History (With Pictures)

Cockatiels are native to Australia. Wild birds are gray with white markings on their wings and orange spots on their light-colored faces. Selective breeding of…

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By Chris Dinesen Rogers
15 Types of Tropical Pet Birds & Where They Can Live (With Info & Pictures)

15 Types of Tropical Pet Birds & Where They Can Live (With Info & Pictures)

Even though they’re not cuddly like a dog or cat, many people enjoy having birds in their homes. According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA)1, ab…

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By Chris Dinesen Rogers
How Much Does a Rabbit Cost? 2026 Price Update

How Much Does a Rabbit Cost? 2026 Price Update

Most pet owners opt for a dog or cat1, with 65.1 million households having the former and 46.5 million of the latter. Rabbits are much further down the list, w…

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By Chris Dinesen Rogers
17 Rabbit Essentials You Need: 2026 Vet-Reviewed Guide

17 Rabbit Essentials You Need: 2026 Vet-Reviewed Guide

Over 1.5 million American households know the joy of inviting a rabbit into their lives.1 With proper training and “rabbit-proofing,” you can let a bunny roam…

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By Chris Dinesen Rogers
Can a Cockatiel Talk? What You Need to Know

Can a Cockatiel Talk? What You Need to Know

How can you not fall in love with a cockatiel? The bird is so sweet and expressive, it’s an affectionate pet of a manageable size, and it’s easy to breed in ca…

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By Chris Dinesen Rogers
Are Human Vitamins Dangerous for Dogs? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

Are Human Vitamins Dangerous for Dogs? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQ

If you’re like many adult Americans, the chances are you take a multivitamin or vitamin supplement. Doctors sometimes caution against it because of the risk of…

Chris Dinesen Rogers
By Chris Dinesen Rogers
10 Foods High in Vitamin C for Dogs (Vet-Verified Facts)

10 Foods High in Vitamin C for Dogs (Vet-Verified Facts)

Roughly 50% of Americans take a daily vitamin or multivitamin.1 Therefore, it’s not surprising that nutrition is on pet owners’ radar as well. The pet dietary…

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By Chris Dinesen Rogers