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How to Prove Ownership of a Dog: Custody Dispute & Stolen Dog Laws

How to Prove Ownership of a Dog: Custody Dispute & Stolen Dog Laws

Two of the most devastating situations for a dog owner are when their dog is stolen or when you’re caught up in a vicious pet custody battle. In situations lik…

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Why Do Parakeets Kiss Each Other? Vet-Approved Bird Behavior Explanation

Why Do Parakeets Kiss Each Other? Vet-Approved Bird Behavior Explanation

Parakeets are some of the most adorable and affectionate avian pets you can own, and they’re famous for kissing each other, like lovebirds. While parakeet kiss…

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Do I Need an Emotional Support Cat Vest? Vet Approved Facts & Traveling Tips

Do I Need an Emotional Support Cat Vest? Vet Approved Facts & Traveling Tips

Pets have been used as emotional support animals (ESAs) for centuries, providing valuable companionship and moral support in tough situations. You may have see…

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7 Cat Sitting Positions & What They Mean (Vet-Verified Info With Pictures)

7 Cat Sitting Positions & What They Mean (Vet-Verified Info With Pictures)

Our favorite feline roommates display serious athletic skills, but just as interesting are the numerous distinct ways they lounge. The positions a cat sits or…

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How Do Parrots Mate? Vet-Approved Reproduction Explanation

How Do Parrots Mate? Vet-Approved Reproduction Explanation

Disclaimer: Parrots are a broad order of birds, consisting of approximately 350 species from the typical “pirate shoulder” macaws, to much smaller lovebirds an…

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Monk Parakeet: Pictures, Personality, Diet, Care Guide & More

Monk Parakeet: Pictures, Personality, Diet, Care Guide & More

If you’re looking for a sprightly, charming bird with lots of personality, you may want to look into adopting a monk parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus). Also known…

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Campbell's Dwarf Hamster: Pictures, Temperament & Traits (Vet-Verified Info)

Campbell's Dwarf Hamster: Pictures, Temperament & Traits (Vet-Verified Info)

Counting both wild and domestic species, there are over 20 known species of hamsters out there 1. Some of them are better suited to life as a companion pet tha…

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150 Dog Names Starting With H for Your Hairy Pup

150 Dog Names Starting With H for Your Hairy Pup

Names starting with H are some of the most underrated gems out there, but there are certainly a ton of old-fashioned or just plain weird monikers sporting the…

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Can Guinea Pigs Eat Lemon? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Lemon? Vet Approved Nutrition Facts & FAQ

Most people know that guinea pigs are herbivores that enjoy hay, pellets, and fresh green plant matter in general, but beyond that, it gets a little fuzzy. For…

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Can Hamsters Drink Tap Water? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Guide

Can Hamsters Drink Tap Water? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Guide

Hamsters are really small pets that don’t require as much food, water, or space as a cat or dog, which makes them appealing to first-time pet owners. New pet o…

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