Brain tumors are found in both dogs and cats, but are most common in dogs. In fact, they are more common in dogs than in any other species of domestic animal. Brain tumors usually develop in older dogs, especially in breeds with "pushed-in" faces, such as Boxers, Bulldogs, and Boston Terriers. Cancer can originate in brain tissue, which is called primary brain cancer, or it can travel into the brain through metastasis, the...
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I, like many animal lovers, chose to adopt a cat instead of a dog because I didn't have enough time to invest in a codependent canine. Bringing home Rufus was one of the best decisions I ever made, and lucky for me, he possesses many of the desirable traits I associate with dogs.
He runs to the door when my key turns and is there to greet me as I step inside. Even at age 6, he's got that puppy spunk and loves to play fetch. And this guy craves those...
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Contrary to popular belief, children growing up with pets may have fewer allergies than those being raised without an animal in their life.
"Exposure to animals early in life may help strengthen immune function," said Dr. Andrew Weil, MD, a pioneer in integrative medicine and the author of several best-selling books. "All allergies have a mind/body component. A child-animal bond can reduce stress and anxiety, thereby decreasing allergic...
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In most Amazon species it is difficult to reliably distinguish a male from a female based on physical characteristics; therefore, endoscopy or laboratory methods must be used for sex determination in breeding facilities. Amazons are somewhat of a challenge to breed but the offspring are easy to hand-feed.
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Good things come in small packages, and that certainly applies to the Yorkshire Terrier. These petite pooches were bred to catch rodents at clothing mills in Yorkshire, England, where the breed originated. Commoners weren’t permitted to own dogs over a certain weight, so they kept smaller dogs to keep rats away from the cottons and linens. Of course, once the upper class discovered these lovable dogs, they quickly became pampered pets.
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What to expect from your ferret
Ferrets are extremely playful, active, curious and good-natured animals that enjoy the company of humans and other animals. For these reasons they make wonderful pets, but they also require a fair amount of attention. Ferrets love to run around free in the home and can be taught to use a litter box like a cat, although you may need to place a litter box in the corner of every room or area where the ferret spends a great deal...
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FREE downloadable PDF files providing a comprehensive review of some of the most timely pet health topics: Allergies, Fleas, Summer Safety Hazards, and Vomiting and Diarrhea.
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