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How to Tell If a Cat Is in Heat: 9 Vet Reviewed Signs

How to Tell If a Cat Is in Heat: 9 Vet Reviewed Signs

All female felines that aren’t spayed will eventually go through heat (or the period where a cat is fertile and ready to mingle). Typically, this first happens…

Misty Layne
By Misty Layne
5 Health Risks of Dirty Litter Boxes: Vet Reviewed Facts & Tips

5 Health Risks of Dirty Litter Boxes: Vet Reviewed Facts & Tips

Cleaning a litter box is a dreaded duty of every cat owner, but it is necessary for proper hygiene. Failing to clean your cat’s litter box regularly can cause…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
How Long Do Rabbits Live as Pets? Vet-Reviewed Average Lifespan, Data & Care

How Long Do Rabbits Live as Pets? Vet-Reviewed Average Lifespan, Data & Care

Whether you are a first-time rabbit owner or an experienced caretaker, you might not know all the ins and outs of every aspect of a rabbit’s life. Lifespan can…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates
Can Dogs Eat Kohlrabi? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Kohlrabi? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Kohlrabi or German turnip is a type of cruciferous vegetable that can be used in salads, roasted vegetable bowls, and various tasty recipes. It is usually seas…

Sarah Psaradelis
By Sarah Psaradelis
Do Cats Need Vitamin D? What Science Says

Do Cats Need Vitamin D? What Science Says

Vitamin D is known as the “sunshine vitamin’ because it is acquired naturally by exposing ourselves to sunlight, aiding the body in producing it. Most humans g…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove
Can Dogs Eat Haddock? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Dogs Eat Haddock? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

As long as it's cooked and free of choking hazards such as bones, fish is usually safe for dogs to digest. Haddock, in particular, is an excellent choice to fe…

Brooke Bundy
By Brooke Bundy
How Do Cockatiels Mate? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

How Do Cockatiels Mate? Vet-Verified Facts & FAQ

Breeding cockatiels is an involved and rather arduous process. You cannot decide to breed your cockatiels one day and expect it to happen overnight. First, the…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
What Breeds of Dogs Are Prone to Deafness? Vet Reviewed Guide & FAQ

What Breeds of Dogs Are Prone to Deafness? Vet Reviewed Guide & FAQ

Deafness in dogs can be inherited or acquired. Acquired hearing loss can be caused by many different factors including ear infections, some medications and old…

Brooke Bundy
By Brooke Bundy
Can Dogs Have Balsamic Vinegar? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide

Can Dogs Have Balsamic Vinegar? Vet-Reviewed Facts & Safety Guide

Balsamic vinegar is the tasty, rich, dark vinegar that is commonly used in salads, marinades, glazes, and as a sauce in many Italian-style dishes. When you hav…

Lindsey Lawson
By Lindsey Lawson
How to Help a Dog's Arthritis In Cold Weather (7 Vet-Approved Tips)

How to Help a Dog's Arthritis In Cold Weather (7 Vet-Approved Tips)

Any human being who is aware of what arthritis is knows how miserable it can be. Inclement weather, particularly the cold, can make arthritis flare up and be p…

Ashley Bates
By Ashley Bates