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Can Cats and Raccoons Mate? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Cats and Raccoons Mate? Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

Although myths and legends whisper about discovering suspected cross breeds resembling a raccoon and a cat, science says these tales are nothing more than folk…

Brooke Bundy
By Brooke Bundy
Can Dogs Eat Amaranth? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Guide

Can Dogs Eat Amaranth? Vet Approved Facts & Safety Guide

Amaranth is an ancient grain that’s known for its powerful health benefits in people. It has antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties and is packed with n…

Jessica Kim
By Jessica Kim
Can Cats Eat Chicken Wings? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Can Cats Eat Chicken Wings? Vet Approved Facts & FAQ

Cats can be picky eaters that don’t usually beg for their owners for food like dogs do, but there are a few items that they might come looking for, including t…

Ed Malaker
By Ed Malaker
Can Dogs Eat Allspice? Vet Reviewed Nutritional Facts

Can Dogs Eat Allspice? Vet Reviewed Nutritional Facts

Allspice is a common seasoning in all sorts of recipes, especially during the fall season. However, just because it’s in a lot of recipes for humans doesn’t me…

Adam Mann
By Adam Mann
How Long Does Flea Medicine Take to Dry? Vet-Approved Facts & Tips

How Long Does Flea Medicine Take to Dry? Vet-Approved Facts & Tips

Flea medication is a necessary part of life when owning a pet. There are various different types of flea medications, ranging from oral medications to topicals…

Grant Piper
By Grant Piper
Can Dogs Eat Eel? Vet-Reviewed Risks & Dangers

Can Dogs Eat Eel? Vet-Reviewed Risks & Dangers

Eel is a scaleless, worm-like fish used in some types of sushi. Hundreds of species swim freely all over the world in saltwater and freshwater. Regardless of w…

Cassidy Sutton
By Cassidy Sutton
My Dog Keeps Licking His Lips and Swallowing: 10 Vet-Verified Causes

My Dog Keeps Licking His Lips and Swallowing: 10 Vet-Verified Causes

So, your dog keeps licking his lips and swallowing. Should you be concerned? Maybe, maybe not. Dogs lick their lips and swallow for many reasons, and some of t…

Cassidy Sutton
By Cassidy Sutton
What to Pack for Dog Boarding: 9 Essential Supplies

What to Pack for Dog Boarding: 9 Essential Supplies

Boarding your dog can be stressful for both of you, and it’s easy to forget to send everything your dog might need. Nobody wants to be in the middle of their f…

Brooke Billingsley
By Brooke Billingsley
Are Lightning Bugs Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Toxicity & Facts

Are Lightning Bugs Poisonous to Cats? Vet-Reviewed Toxicity & Facts

Lightning bugs are highly toxic to our reptile and amphibian friends, but less so to larger pets like dogs and cats. But that doesn’t mean you should let your…

Brooke Billingsley
By Brooke Billingsley
Can Dogs Eat Horse Hooves? Vet Reviewed Health Concerns

Can Dogs Eat Horse Hooves? Vet Reviewed Health Concerns

Horse hooves, or more aptly their trimmings, make a coveted treat for some dogs, but their safety sparks some debate. So, which is it? Should you worry that yo…

Cassidy Sutton
By Cassidy Sutton