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Husky Eats Gum, Dies

Posted by Jenn Smith on 12th Oct 2018

ASHLAND CITY, TN (WZTV/CNN) - A Nashville-area family is coping with the loss of their 3-year-old husky mix, who died unexpectedly of liver failure after eating sugar-free gum.'We joke that he was a l …
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U.S. Stolen Pets

Posted by Jenn Smith on 11th Oct 2018

How many pets are stolen each year in the United States? The answer: approximately 2 million dogs and cats. People steal pets for a number of reasons. For one, the individual may try to re-sell p …
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Why Adopt Senior Dogs

Posted by Jenn Smith on 10th Oct 2018

Older dogs are lovable, gentle pets that are looking for owners that are low-key in nature - just like them! Senior dogs make great pets, as they are already potty-trained and mature. Pet owners will …
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ASPCA: "Adopt Dogs!"

Posted by Jenn Smith on 6th Oct 2018

ASPCA encourages prospective pet owners to adopt a dog this October from a local humane society or animal shelter instead of purchasing animals from a pet store. Reasons to adopt a pet from …
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Dog or Mountain Lion?

Posted by Jenn Smith on 5th Oct 2018

Morgan Saxton, a news reporter from KUV's 2News, was reporting on a story at nighttime when suddenly an animal appeared. The animal was not phased by the reporter and continued walking right pass her. …
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Keep Deer Out of Yards

Posted by Jenn Smith on 4th Oct 2018

Deer are graceful, majestic animals that homeowners get excited to see in yards; but their presence is actually a health violation for pets. For starters, deer are the number one carriers of tick …
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Pet Care & Safety - Fall Seasonal Tips

Posted by Jenn Smith on 3rd Oct 2018

Now that the weather is visibly cooling down, pets want to spend more time outdoors. But, there are many things to consider before allowing pets the freedom to wander around the great outdoors. For on …
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Celebrate Animal Safety Month: Pet Adoption

Posted by Jenn Smith on 2nd Oct 2018

October is Animal Safety and Protection Month; and there are many reasons why we need to keep a close watch on pets this month. For now, let's discuss pet safety against wildlife.For starters, fall is …
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Fall Into Pet Fencing

Posted by Jenn Smith on 20th Sep 2018

Now that the weather is visibly cooler, pet owners should consider installing dog fencing in the backyard. Dog fences serve multiple purposes from training puppies in a secure environment to play …
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Hurricane Florence Dogs

Posted by Jenn Smith on 19th Sep 2018

A video of the rescue of six North Carolina dogs that were locked in a cage rapidly filling up with Hurricane Florence flood water went viral today on social media.In the video, the dogs can be s …
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Cat Gives Owner Disease

Posted by Jenn Smith on 18th Sep 2018

A CAT owner caught a life-threatening disease from cuddling his feline friend, a report has revealed.The man, who hasn't been named, was left with massive bulges on his neck and face after the sick mo …
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Pet Shelter May Kill

Posted by Jenn Smith on 15th Sep 2018

An animal shelter in the path of Hurricane Florence has warned it will euthanize animals if it can’t find people to adopt them before the storm hits. Jewel Horton, manager of Pender Cou …
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U.S. Obesity In Dogs

Posted by Jenn Smith on 14th Sep 2018

It isn't just people that are overweight in the United States. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention's 2017 survey, 50% of dogs in the United States were classified as over …
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Fall Dog Safety Tips - Prevention & Safety Guide

Posted by Jenn Smith on 13th Sep 2018

We are just days away from the first day of fall; and we are all looking forward to cooler weather - including our pets. 'Tis the season to keep watch on our pets, as we continue to see deer …
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National Chicken Month

Posted by Jenn Smith on 12th Sep 2018

September is National Chicken Month; and it's time to pay respect to backyard chickens. Not only does the flock produce eggs for us to eat healthy breakfast omelets, but they become members of th …
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Dog Ownership 101

Posted by Jenn Smith on 11th Sep 2018

Being a responsible dog owner is more than just providing pets with fresh water and toys. It's providing them with attention, affection and care. In lieu of Responsible Dog Ownership Month, here …
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Prevent Run-Away Dogs

Posted by Jenn Smith on 6th Sep 2018

Easy Hacks to Prevent Your Dog From Running AwayDoes your dog find any opportunity to run away? It can be both stressful and frustrating to rein in a dog with a habit of shooting off into the distance …
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Happy Cat Month!

Posted by Jenn Smith on 5th Sep 2018

September is the purrfect time of year to celebrate the love of cats! The Catalyst Council created Happy Cat Month, an annual event to spread the word about cat companionship in America …