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Lost Pets In U.S.

Posted by Jenn Smith on 11th Apr 2019

One in three pets will get lost in their lifetime.On average, The American Humane Association estimates over 10 million dogs and cats are lost or stolen in the U.S. every year. While an …
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Do Deer Attack Dogs?

Posted by Jenn Smith on 9th Apr 2019

Deer are beautiful graceful animals that are scavengers but not necessarily hunters. Generally, they are not ones to pick fights or go looking for trouble; but they will attack if they feel threa …
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Cats Know Their Names

Posted by Jenn Smith on 6th Apr 2019

Whether practical, dramatical or pragmatical, domestic cats appear to recognize the familiar sound of their own names and can distinguish them from other words, researchers report April 4 in …
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April's Kitty Problem

Posted by Jenn Smith on 5th Apr 2019

Cats breed year-round but start as early as February and go as late as December. Because of this, kittens make their appearances into the world starting in April which can become a problem for homeown …
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Who Carries Ticks?

Posted by Jenn Smith on 4th Apr 2019

Face it, every warm-blooded mammal has the potential for a tick bite; but some animals are at higher risk of getting infested with ticks than others. Here are the top animals that are most likely to g …
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Prevent Lyme In Dogs

Posted by Jenn Smith on 3rd Apr 2019

April is Prevent Lyme In Dogs Month; and we need to have the tick talk with pet owners. April is chosen as Lyme Disease Prevention In Dogs Month because spring and summer are when dogs are at hig …
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Keep Pets Healthy

Posted by Jenn Smith on 2nd Apr 2019

Keep your pet at a healthy weight.Exercise your pet.Feed your pet a balanced, nutritious diet.Have your veterinarian examine your pet at least once a year to make sure your pet is heal …
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Animals Against Chickens

Posted by Jenn Smith on 30th Mar 2019

Backyard chickens just want to roam around yards without interactions with wildlife. (In all fairness, who doesn't?) Chicken owners must be on the lookout for certain wildlife that will try to ha …
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Backyard Chickens Fence

Posted by Jenn Smith on 29th Mar 2019

Like any pet, backyard chickens need a large area to roam; and chicken owners know that the happier chickens are the ones that are free-roaming chickens. They produce the better-tasting eggs and they …
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Dogs Kill Rabid Raccoon

Posted by Jenn Smith on 28th Mar 2019

Two pet dogs killed a rabid raccoon in the yard of a South Carolina residence and the news has shook the town.Spring is a dangerous time of year for pets when wildlife leave hibernation, and are enter …
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Ohio's Official State Pet

Posted by Jenn Smith on 27th Mar 2019

CLEVELAND — Ohio officially named 'shelter pets' the state pet on Wednesday, according to the Humane Society of the United States.The organization said that the designation will help raise public awar …
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Poultry Need Fencing

Posted by Jenn Smith on 26th Mar 2019

Backyard chicken owners consider poultry to be pets, not food. Chickens provide us with the best-tasting eggs to help us produce fluffy cakes and other baked goods while being loving and playful. …
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Pet Poison Prevention

Posted by Jenn Smith on 19th Mar 2019

Pet Poison Prevention Week runs from March 17-23, 2019; and since spring is around the corner, it's time to discuss toxic plants and chemicals that are commonly found at home that can make pets very i …
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Study: Wolf Like Dog

Posted by Jenn Smith on 16th Mar 2019

Wolves lead and dogs follow - but both are equally capable of working with humans, according to research that adds a new twist in the tale of how one was domesticated from the other.Dogs owe their coo …
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Threat To Pet Health

Posted by Jenn Smith on 15th Mar 2019

Dogs and cats move slowly as they age - let's face it, we all do; but there are reasons that animals may be declining in health quicker than usual. The biggest threat to pet's health is obesity. …
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Broken Bones, Dog Walks

Posted by Jenn Smith on 14th Mar 2019

Walking dogs in residential areas and local dog parks are great exercise and fun for both pet and pet owner; however, a recent study shows that Americans over the age of 65 are experiencing more falls …
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U.S. Pet Obesity Rates

Posted by Jenn Smith on 13th Mar 2019

Does your furry friend always beg for the last bite of table scraps? It might be time to get serious about putting the leftovers away.The majority of cats and dogs in the U.S. are obese …
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See Our BARKS Blog

Posted by Jenn Smith on 9th Mar 2019

What Makes a Pet Fence Humane? Posted on March 7, 2019 by BARKS from the Guild By Jennifer Smith of EasyPetFence.com, a PPG corporate partner Dog trainers, animal shel …