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Want to Take Your Cat on a Walk? How I Do It
By Kristen Seymour, April 28, 2017I never expected my cat, Trixie, to buddy up to my dogs. To be honest, I was more focused on teaching her to love my husband. But somewhere over the last few years, she’s adopted my two dogs — Rudi,… Full Article ›
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Pet Misbehaving? It Might Be Your Fault
By Mikkel Becker, April 27, 2017Fear, stress and anxiety are at the root of many problem behaviors in cats and dogs — and in some cases, human behavior is the direct cause of a pet’s actions. Many pet owners fail to understand… Full Article ›
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Why Don't Cats Come When Called?
By Dr. Sarah Wooten DVM, April 27, 2017It is relatively easy to train a dog to come to you when you call his name, but cats, as usual, are a different story. What is the difference?The evolutionary records show that dogs have been… Full Article ›
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Do's and Don'ts to Help Kids and Pets Bond
By Mikkel Becker, April 12, 2017Spending time with a pet can be a valuable experience for a child. My 7-year-old daughter, Reagan, has been around dogs her entire life. From the moment she came home from the hospital, our two Pugs,… Full Article ›
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Help! My Cat Won't Stop Drinking From the Sink
By Mikkel Becker, March 22, 2017Is it possible to train my cat to drink out of her water dish rather than the sink?A cat that drinks out of the faucet can be adorable — but she can also be a nuisance if she’s hopping into the sink… Full Article ›
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Can I Stop My Cat From Scratching My Sofa?
By Mikkel Becker, March 15, 2017My cat likes to hide under our couch and claw at the underside of it. It's driving me crazy. Can I get him to stop?You absolutely can teach your cat to not use your furniture as a scratching post —… Full Article ›
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Helpful Tips for Living With a Pet Who Is Deaf or Hearing-Impaired
By Dr. Marty Becker DVM, March 14, 2017One of the sweetest things about my profession as a veterinarian is the opportunity to see the love shared between people and pets. What’s even more special is seeing the accommodations people make… Full Article ›
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Teach Your Cat to Lie Down on Cue
By Mikkel Becker, February 22, 2017Believe it or not, cats can learn new tricks with relative ease. And of all the tricks to teach, down is one of the most hands-off, simplest behaviors to train. In fact, for many cats, the… Full Article ›
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9 Ways to Be an Even Better Pet Owner
By Vetstreet Staff, February 8, 2017February is known for Valentine's Day, but did you know it's also Responsible Pet Owner's Month? We think these celebrations go hand-in-hand because there's no better way to show your pet love than… Full Article ›
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10 Long-Haired Cat Breeds We Love
By Shayna Meliker, January 16, 2017Styles come and go, but as far as we're concerned, a long-haired cat will always be en vogue. If it's a style that suits your fancy — and you're prepared for the grooming needs that are required —… Full Article ›
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Tips to Help Keep Your Cat's Brain Sharp
By Vetstreet Staff, January 13, 2017Cats are living longer than ever nowadays, so it's important to incorporate mental health activities into their daily lives to help them make the most of their twilight years. It's never too early to… Full Article ›
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5 New Year's Resolutions All Cat and Dog Owners Should Make
By Kristen Seymour , December 29, 2016Have you made your New Year's resolutions yet? Maybe you're hoping to eat better, hit the gym more frequently or make a point to unplug from your phone more often. And sure, those are great goals,… Full Article ›