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Why Is My Cat Sneezing So Much All of a Sudden? 7 Causes + When to Worry
Learn the common reasons cats suddenly start sneezing, when it’s normal, and when a veterinary visit may be necessary.
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Why Do Cats Lay on Their Back? 8 Surprising Reasons Explained
There are few things more disarming than a cat suddenly flopping onto its back and presenting its belly like an offering. Every cat owner knows the mix of emotions this produces: delight, followed by the instinct to touch it, followed — sometimes — by the swift reminder that the belly was not an invitation. Why…
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Alternatives to Brushing Cats Teeth: 7 Honest Options Ranked by Effectiveness
I’ll be direct: nothing replaces brushing your cat’s teeth. The mechanical action of bristles against tooth surfaces is the most effective at-home method for removing plaque, and no product or approach matches it when done consistently. But most cat owners know this and still don’t do it — because most cats don’t tolerate it. Alternatives…
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Helpful Puppy Grooming Tips: 9 Essential Things Every Owner Should Do
The single best thing I ever did for one of my dogs from a grooming perspective was start handling her paws and mouth from the day she came home. She was eight weeks old. She had no concept of nail trims or tooth brushing. But by the time she needed them, she’d been touched in…
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15 Powerful Reactive Dog Training Tips That Actually Get Results
A reactive dog — one that barks, lunges, and loses its mind at triggers like other dogs, strangers, or traffic — is one of the most challenging behavior issues for owners to deal with, because it happens fast, in public, and is immediately embarrassing. I’ve been there. My second dog, a rescue Border Collie mix,…
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How to Train a Kitten: 9 Simple Tips That Actually Work
Most people assume cats can’t be trained. I used to think the same thing, until I spent an afternoon watching a friend’s Bengal cat perform a sequence of behaviors on cue — sit, high five, spin, go to mat — with the focused attention of a well-trained dog. The difference wasn’t the cat. It was…
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Yorkies and Separation Anxiety: 7 Essential Things Every Owner Should Know
Of all the small breeds prone to separation anxiety, Yorkies are near the top of the list. I’ve spoken with dozens of Yorkie owners over the years, and the story is almost always the same: the dog is perfect when someone is home, and completely falls apart when left alone. Howling, destructive behavior, bathroom accidents…
