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Wellness

A Veterinarian’s Guide to Senior Cat Care

Our idea of when a cat is considered “senior” has changed quite a bit as cat lifespans have gotten longer. It’s not abnormal for veterinarians to see a cat patient in their upper teens or even in their 20s! Typically, we now consider cats to be seniors once they’re over 10 years old (1).  As […]

8 Things Your Senior Dog Wants You To Know
Wellness

8 Things Your Senior Dog Wants You To Know

If you are fortunate enough to share life with a senior dog, you’re in great company. According to the latest statistics, over half of the dog-owning households in America are home to a dog over the age of 7. And we’re pretty sure all 26.5 million of them would agree: There’s a lot to love […]

7 Ways to Pay for Pet Care
Wellness

7 Ways to Pay for Pet Care

Our pets are often full of surprises! Some dogs might beg for blueberries and pass up peanut butter, while others might love to swim but refuse to walk in the rain. Then there are those cats who prefer to spend hours napping in a cardboard box while ignoring their expensive bed. But the biggest surprise […]

Soft Dog Poop: Causes and How to Help
Dog Health

Soft Dog Poop: Causes and How to Help

Poop and your pet—it can be a real head-scratcher. As a pet parent, you already know that your dog’s stool can tell you a lot about their overall health. So when things seem off (maybe your dog’s poop is yellow or has mucus in it), it can be worrisome. If your dog has soft dog […]

8 Things Your Senior Dog Wants You To Know
Dog Health

8 Things Your Senior Dog Wants You To Know

If you are fortunate enough to share life with a senior dog, you’re in great company. According to the latest statistics, over half of the dog-owning households in America are home to a dog over the age of 7. And we’re pretty sure all 26.5 million of them would agree: There’s a lot to love […]

7 Ways to Pay for Pet Care
Dog Health

7 Ways to Pay for Pet Care

Our pets are often full of surprises! Some dogs might beg for blueberries and pass up peanut butter, while others might love to swim but refuse to walk in the rain. Then there are those cats who prefer to spend hours napping in a cardboard box while ignoring their expensive bed. But the biggest surprise […]

Soft Dog Poop: Causes and How to Help
Dog Health

Soft Dog Poop: Causes and How to Help

Poop and your pet—it can be a real head-scratcher. As a pet parent, you already know that your dog’s stool can tell you a lot about their overall health. So when things seem off (maybe your dog’s poop is yellow or has mucus in it), it can be worrisome. If your dog has soft dog […]

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