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Get health advice from vets and specialists, from major medical stuff to everyday pet wellness.

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Natural Remedies for Dry Skin: How to Help Dry Skin on Dogs

Spoiler: the ingredients are probably already in your cupboard

routine care

Want to ace everyday pet wellness? Get tips on vet check-ups, vaccine schedules, preventative care, DIY remedies, and more.

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Meet the charity that helps protect the animal-human bond

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Reduce the stress of vet visits – for you and your pup

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We got our paws on a calculator and did the research so you don’t have to

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conditions & treatments

The medical stuff is stressful. Get expertise on common (and not-so-common) health issues, from causes and symptoms to the latest treatments for pets.

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How to get that insurance premium down (without sacrificing your pup’s health)

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We got our paws on a calculator and did the research so you don’t have to

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Seasonal allergies can happen to your pet, too. They might just look a little different to yours

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skin issues & allergies

Casual scratch? Weird paw lick? Seasonal allergies? Fleas? We’ll help you decipher all the pet skin issues.

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Two vets’ pro tips for preventing your cat from picking up ticks (and how to remove them if it’s too late for that)

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Just because you can, does it mean you should?

dog sneezing among flowers

Seasonal allergies can happen to your pet, too. They might just look a little different to yours

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grooming

Pet grooming? Not always glamorous. Get DIY nail-clipping tutorials, bath-time tricks, and celeb groomer tips to keep your pet looking (and feeling) good.

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Just because you can, does it mean you should?

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We got our paws on a calculator and did the research so you don’t have to

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Vets, groomers and cleaning experts weigh in on how to manage when you’re drowning in dog fur

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safety

Get tips on pet-proofing your digs, keeping your pets warm (or cool) through the seasons, and avoiding all the toxic stuff… like toys, plants, and everything else they try to eat.

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Two vets’ pro tips for preventing your cat from picking up ticks (and how to remove them if it’s too late for that)

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We delve into all things feline fitness to learn whether your cat should be shredding and shedding

woman with a bison friese and corgi, vacuuming the white dog on her lap

Just because you can, does it mean you should?

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holistic vet care

Check out the latest alternative pet care treatments, like massage techniques, herbal remedies, and other not-so-traditional therapies.

Healing stone on Cavalier spaniel dog.

Your pet can benefit from your self-care practices, from supplements to acupuncture

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Communication is key, and pheromones are your cat’s version of DMs

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Follow these vet-backed tips to help your furry friend live a healthy and full life

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Emergencies & First Aid

Learn who to call for pet emergencies, how to know when a pet injury is an emergency, and other emergency care advice to help in a pinch.

A cat sitting in a tall grassy area.

Two vets’ pro tips for preventing your cat from picking up ticks (and how to remove them if it’s too late for that)

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We got our paws on a calculator and did the research so you don’t have to

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Not sure if you can afford to bankroll a new cat for the rest of its life? Check out our comprehensive guide for all the costs involved

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dental health

The medical stuff is stressful. Get expertise on common (and not-so-common) dental health issues, from causes and symptoms to the latest treatments for pets.

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You can still maintain their dental health without getting an unfortunate bite

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Spa days can happen at home

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Veterinarian Dr Shea Cox on how to assess your dog’s eyes, ears, nose and mouth

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