Mosquito Repellent – Safely Keep Insects Off Your Pets
Updated: January 19, 2023
Some bug repellents can be useful in keeping mosquitoes and other insects away from your dogs and cats, but some are dangerous. Find out which ones.
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Is Your Pet Vomiting or Regurgitating?
Updated: December 15, 2022
Vomiting and regurge are similar, although very different signs of potential problems in cats and dogs. Find out which one your pet is suffering from.
Read MoreScents That Are Harmful to Pets & Which Scents Are Safe
Updated: January 29, 2023
Commonly used scents can cause breathing difficulties and other illnesses in your pets. Learn about harmful scents you may be using and safe alternatives.
Read MoreAre Dented Pet Food Cans Safe?
Updated: November 22, 2022
The Clostridial bacteria can contaminate food after it has been canned if the can becomes dented or damaged in such a way that the seal is broken.
Read MorePet-Safe, DIY, and Dangerous Rat & Mouse Baits
Updated: December 1, 2022
Rodenticides are toxic to dogs and cats. There are safer and more humane ways to get rid of rodents. We list pet-safe options and dangerous ones to avoid.
Read MoreWhat to Do If Your Dog or Cat Has Eaten Rat Poison
Updated: November 10, 2022
Rodenticide is poisonous for dogs and cats. Within hours to days, depending on the type of rat poison, a variety of problems arise. Find out what to do.
Read MoreThe Best Pet Cameras for Monitoring Your Dog or Cat
Updated: December 15, 2022
Want to check in on your dog or cat while you're away? Here are our top picks to choose from, including the best cameras for dogs with separation anxiety
Read MoreHow to Use Crayons to Figure Out Whose Poop is Whose
Updated: December 1, 2022
If you have more than one dog or cat, figuring out which pet is having diarrhea is always the first step to figuring out why. Try this colorful crayon tip.
Read MoreTapeworms in Cats and Dogs: Treatment & Prevention
Updated: January 9, 2023
Notice a worm in your dog or cat's poo? It could be a tapeworm! Learn how to recognize signs of tapeworms and what to do to treat and prevent tapeworms.
Read MoreAntifreeze is Poisonous to Dogs and Cats
Updated: November 15, 2022
Most antifreeze contains ethylene glycol, a chemical compound that causes significant, often fatal, problems for cats and dogs. There are safer brands.
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