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Meet 12 Ancient Dog Breeds
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, February 15, 2017Would you be surprised to learn that some of the dogs you see out walking in your neighborhood, like Greyhounds, Pugs and Shih Tzus, are actually members of centuries-old breeds? Some of these… Full Article ›
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Hedgehog Day: 8 Things to Know About These Prickly Creatures
By Vetstreet Staff, February 2, 2017Guess what? Feb. 2 is Hedgehog Day. Yes, it is also Groundhog Day. Confused? Groundhog Day actually originates from Hedgehog Day. You see, way back in the day, German settlers brought the tradition… Full Article ›
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7 Things to Know About Polydactyl Cats
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, January 23, 2017Most cats have a total of 18 toes — five on each of their front feet and four on each of the back. But some felines are born with extra toes. Those kitties are polydactyl, a Greek term meaning many… Full Article ›
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Want a Pet Reptile? Consider a Skink
By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), November 29, 2016Although many people don’t know what a skink is, they actually make great reptile pets and have become increasingly popular in the past few years. Perhaps the most popular pet skink is the… Full Article ›
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Were There Dogs on the Mayflower?
By Amy Sinatra Ayres, November 23, 2016If you were on a voyage to a new land, would you want your dog’s companionship and protection? There’s solid evidence that some of the Pilgrims did. There were at least two dogs on board the… Full Article ›
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Want a Backyard Goat? 10 Things to Consider
By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), June 23, 2016You may have heard the expression, “He really gets my goat!” But what do you get, when you get a goat? People think about getting backyard goats for lots of reasons: for milk, entertainment and… Full Article ›
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8 Things We Bet You Didn't Know About Koi
June 3, 2016Koi are not what you might consider a traditional pet, but they offer some of the same advantages. Koi can be a calming addition to an outdoor garden or an indoor pool or aquarium. Koi may look like… Full Article ›
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9 Things to Know Before Adopting a Turtle
By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), May 23, 2016Turtles are very popular pets and can be terrific for people who want a fascinating animal to look at and appreciate — but maybe not necessarily to cuddle with. Turtles can be great for families… Full Article ›
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10 Things You May Not Know About Frogs
By Kristen Seymour, April 8, 2016Think you know a thing or two about frogs? You're about to learn a whole lot more, all in the name of National Frog Month! We jumped at the chance to learn some little-known frog facts from Mark… Full Article ›
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Easter Trivia: Fascinating Facts About Baby Chicks, Ducklings and Bunnies
By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), March 25, 2016Easter is a happy holiday to celebrate with your family. It’s also the time baby chicks, ducklings and bunnies are born. These animals are precious to look at and adorable to hold, and many people… Full Article ›
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Little-Known Facts About the 10 Most Popular Medium-Sized Dog Breeds
By Laura Cross, February 17, 2016We’ve already told you some fascinating tidbits about popular small breeds and shared plenty of cool trivia about the top large dog breeds. Now it’s time to learn fun facts about the 10 most… Full Article ›
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Trivia: How Well Do You Know Dog Breeds?
By Amy Sinatra Ayres , February 9, 2016Dogs: They’re big and small, have long hair and short fur, and were bred for a wide variety of purposes from hunting to companionship. Many of us are dog lovers, but how much do you really… Full Article ›