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Dog Urine Color Chart: Is Your Pup Hydrated? Vet Approved Facts & Advice

Dog Urine Color Chart: Is Your Pup Hydrated? Vet Approved Facts & Advice

There are certain health issues you can identify in your dog by their behaviors, mannerisms, or by their bathroom visits. Due to the high amount of water that…

Krystal Facey
By Krystal Facey
My Cat Ate a Poinsettia Leaf, What Should I Do? Vet-Approved Facts & Advice

My Cat Ate a Poinsettia Leaf, What Should I Do? Vet-Approved Facts & Advice

There are many different things in your household that could be toxic to your cats including things like plants, different foods, or oils. It is very important…

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By Krystal Facey
Ethoxyquin in Dog Food: Vet-Approved Safety, Concerns, & FAQ

Ethoxyquin in Dog Food: Vet-Approved Safety, Concerns, & FAQ

When you're choosing what your dog will be eating, it is important to be aware of any harmful ingredients. When it comes to dry or freeze-dried dog food, there…

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By Krystal Facey
Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys? Vet-Reviewed Canine Facts & FAQ

Why Do Dogs Like Squeaky Toys? Vet-Reviewed Canine Facts & FAQ

When you head to the pet store to pick out a toy for your dog, you might notice some that are the most prevalent or most popular, such as balls, chew toys, rop…

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By Krystal Facey
What Not to Feed Guinea Pigs: Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts

What Not to Feed Guinea Pigs: Vet-Verified Nutrition Facts

There are always certain foods that different animals cannot handle, whether due to their preferred diet, their gastrointestinal system, what they need to thri…

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By Krystal Facey
Shikoku vs Shiba Inu: Key Differences (With Pictures)

Shikoku vs Shiba Inu: Key Differences (With Pictures)

There are many dog breeds across the world; some are native to that country, some have been brought over from elsewhere, and there are some that have become a…

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By Krystal Facey
8 Guinea Pig Sounds & What They Mean (With Audio)

8 Guinea Pig Sounds & What They Mean (With Audio)

It may not be very well known that guinea pigs communicate verbally with different types of sounds based on their mood. Like a dog that will growl, bark, or wh…

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By Krystal Facey
How to Take Care of a Guinea Pig: 6 Common Questions (Vet-Reviewed)

How to Take Care of a Guinea Pig: 6 Common Questions (Vet-Reviewed)

While it can be very exciting to bring home a new pet, you may be worried that you don’t know everything there is to know about the type of pet. For example, l…

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By Krystal Facey
Why Does My Rabbit Climb on Me? 6 Vet-Verified Reasons

Why Does My Rabbit Climb on Me? 6 Vet-Verified Reasons

When you choose a rabbit as a pet, you might be curious to know what types of behaviors they have; this can include how they show affection, what they like to…

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By Krystal Facey
How to Train a Shiba Inu: 5 Expert Tips

How to Train a Shiba Inu: 5 Expert Tips

Shiba Inus are a dog breed known to be harder to train than other breeds. They naturally tend to shift towards being more stubborn and independent and won’t ta…

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By Krystal Facey