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9 Foods High In Magnesium For Dogs: Vet Reviewed Benefits Explained

9 Foods High In Magnesium For Dogs: Vet Reviewed Benefits Explained

Magnesium is a mineral that plays an incredibly important role for your dog’s health. Most magnesium is stored in bones but there is also a large amount found…

Lindsey Lawson
By Lindsey Lawson
How to Massage a Dog with Arthritis - Vet Approved Tips

How to Massage a Dog with Arthritis - Vet Approved Tips

Arthritis is a fairly common canine problem, especially in older dogs. Just like humans, dogs’ joints wear down as they age. Therefore, many dogs end up with j…

Kristin Hitchcock
By Kristin Hitchcock
Why Is My Cockatiel Sneezing: 9 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Why Is My Cockatiel Sneezing: 9 Vet Reviewed Reasons

Cockatiels are beautiful birds known for their friendly and intelligent personalities. They make great pets, but caring for them is much less straightforward t…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
Can Dogs Have Tums? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQs

Can Dogs Have Tums? Vet Reviewed Facts & FAQs

Tums are great for people. They work fast to kill heartburn and settle an upset stomach. The chalky medicine can be found in most households and almost every d…

Grant Piper
By Grant Piper
How to Take Care of a Pet Bird for Beginners — 10 Vet Approved Steps

How to Take Care of a Pet Bird for Beginners — 10 Vet Approved Steps

Over nearly 10 million U.S. households have birds as pets, making them the country's fourth most common household pet.1 So, if you're considering adopting a bi…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
8 Dog Breeds Prone To Diabetes - Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

8 Dog Breeds Prone To Diabetes - Vet-Approved Facts & FAQ

As a dog owner, you might be wondering what types of dog breeds are more likely to develop diabetes. There is a range of health issues that your canine compani…

Sarah Psaradelis
By Sarah Psaradelis
What To Do If You Find a Baby Bird: 7 Vet Approved Tips

What To Do If You Find a Baby Bird: 7 Vet Approved Tips

The spring and summer months are just around the corner, and with them comes the nesting season for most birds. Unfortunately, baby birds don’t have great odds…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
What Does a Cockatiel Need in Their Diet? 7 Vet Approved Foods

What Does a Cockatiel Need in Their Diet? 7 Vet Approved Foods

Cockatiels are gentle and docile birds known for their affectionateness and ability to bond with humans. For that reason, they make fantastic companion pets. H…

Chantelle Fowler
By Chantelle Fowler
6 Dog Breeds Prone to Cushing's Disease: Vet Reviewed Signs & Treatment

6 Dog Breeds Prone to Cushing's Disease: Vet Reviewed Signs & Treatment

There is clear evidence that certain dog breeds are more prone to suffering from Cushing’s disease than others. While we know how Cushing’s disease develops, t…

Lindsey Lawson
By Lindsey Lawson
6 Dog Breeds Prone to Canine Compulsive Disorder: Vet Reviewed Signs & Tips

6 Dog Breeds Prone to Canine Compulsive Disorder: Vet Reviewed Signs & Tips

Dog owners are often surprised to learn that their beloved pet can be affected by canine-compulsive disorder, which is essentially OCD in dogs (obsessive-compu…

Nicole Cosgrove
By Nicole Cosgrove