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How to prevent a dog from chasing animals

Manage your dog’s prey drive with positive training, impulse control, and reliable recall. Does your dog almost pull you off your feet every time she sees a squirrel? All dogs are predators and t...

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Natural calming products for dogs and cats: stress relief secrets every pet parent should know

Is your dog or cat stressed out? Pet Remedy’s soothing solutions feature easy-to-use natural calming products for dogs and cats. Our dogs and cats can get as stressed as we do, though for differe...

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Happy the Elephant recognized herself in a mirror. She spent her last 20 years alone

Happy, a Bronx Zoo elephant who gave researchers new insight into the animal’s behavior and became the crux of a closely watched animal rights case, has been euthanized at age 55, the zoo said Wedn...

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Sparkle Grooming Co. Surpasses 600 Franchise Licenses Sold

(PRESS RELEASE) SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Sparkle Grooming Co., the wellness-focused dog grooming franchise redefining routine pet care announced that it has officially surpassed 600 franchise licenses sold...

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Tractor Supply Company Acquires VIP Petcare, PetIQ’s Veterinary Services Business

(PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK — Bansk Group (“Bansk”), a consumer-focused private investment firm dedicated to building distinctive consumer brands, today announced that its portfolio company, PetIQ, In...

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“Seconds Before He Risked It All”: 67 Memes That Are Funny Because They Involve Cats

You don't even need to own a cat to know that they can be very strange creatures. They've mastered the art of being cool, calm and collected, super cute, yet utterly unhinged all at once. One minu...

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Climate change is driving capuchin monkey mothers to abandon their infants

Plants, insects, and larger animals, like the forest’s white-faced capuchin monkeys, are well adapted to these changes. But in 2015, during an abnormally severe dr...

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Awe-inspiring nature helps people connect to science

When people engage in participatory science activities that involve awe-inspiring natural phenomena, such as an eclipse, they more closely identify with science and feel a greater sense of belongin...

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Understanding Heart Valve Diseases in Dogs

If your dog has been diagnosed with a heart valve problem, or if you’re just curious about your dog’s heart health, this post is for you. Heart valve diseases are some of the most common heart cond...

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59% of Dogs in the United States Have One Common Problem — Obesity

If your dog seems a little rounder than usual, you are not alone. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, approximately 59% of dogs in the United States are considered ove...

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Privacy-Preserving Active Learning for smart agriculture microgrid orchestration with ethical auditability baked in

Privacy-Preserving Active Learning for smart agriculture microgrid orchestration with ethical auditability baked in It started with a question that kept me awake ...

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5 Dog Myths That Could Mislead You

If you share your life with a dog, chances are you’ve heard some common unfounded statements about them that aren’t quite true. Let’s set the record straight on fiv...

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Death and Dying: Navigating Pet Loss with Animal Communication

Joan Ranquet explains how animal communication, emotional freedom technique, and chakra work can help you navigate pet loss and help you say goodbye to your best friend. Saying goodbye to a belo...

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Why do cats knock things off counters?

What makes cats push things off counters and shelves, plus simple ways to redirect this common feline behavior. Why do cats knock things off counters? If you share your home with a kitty, you’ve ...

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Are retractable dog leashes safe?

Understand the risks, common injuries, and recommended safety tips before using a retractable leash for your dog. When walking your dog, it’s important to use the right gear for safety and comfor...

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17 Cat Myths People Still Believe, Debunked By An Animal Behavior Expert

Dogs have spent decades earning a reputation as humanity's best friend. Cats, meanwhile, have been stuck defending themselves against accusations of being cold, antisocial, untrainable, and impossi...

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How a Regulated Pet Supply Chain Supports Global Conservation Efforts

I RECENTLY READ ABOUT a case in California of a pet bird smuggler who was caught by authorities. As part of his plea deal, he admitted to engaging in wildlife trafficking dozens of times before he ...

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How Probiotics Help Your Dog

If you’ve been hearing a lot about probiotics lately, you’re not alone. These tiny, powerful microorganisms are making a big impact on canine health. But what exactly are probiotics, an...

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7 Whole Foods You Can Add to Your Dog’s Bowl Today

If you’re looking for simple ways to boost your dog’s nutrition, you don’t always need fancy supplements or expensive specialty foods. Sometimes, the best additions ar...

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Is It Possible to Grow Your Pet Business During Uncertain Economic Times?

FRUGALITY IS GENERALLY considered a positive quality. The philosopher Aristotle as well as the Stoics regarded it as a moral virtue, similar to temperance and prudence. Religious traditions hold up...

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Exotic Pet Birds Inc. Expands to Full-Line Territory to Survive and Thrive

Exotic Pet Birds Inc., Henrietta, NY OWNERS: Sal and Jamie Salafia founded: 2017 locations: 1 area: 9,850 square ft. employees: 4 full time, 10 part time websites: exoticpetbirdsrochester.com, r...

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