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Keep Your Lil’ Critters Safe
Small animals such as rabbits, ferrets, hamsters, guinea pigs and domesticated rodents are especially popular companions for the under-13 set. And while it’s essential that these little pets have ample time to play outside their cages, it's important to recognize that they're at high risk for exposure to harmful substances and circumstances in the home. |
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According to the 2008 National Pet Obesity Awareness Study, 44% of dogs and 57% of cats in the US are overweight. If you can't feel your pet's ribs, he could be overweight. Talk to your vet about feeding and weight management. |
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Chocolate, Macadamia nuts, avocados…these foods may sound delicious to you, but are actually quite dangerous to our animal companions. Our ASPCA nutrition experts have come up with a list of top 10 people foods that you should not feed your pet. If ingestion of any of these items should occur, please note the amount ingested and contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 immediately. |
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Autumn is slowly making way for Old Man Winter, and your concern is steadily growing for the stray cat who settled into your backyard last summer. Homeless Hildegarde has been enjoying your fresh-air hospitality under the deck all season, but with cold weather approaching, there's no better time to introduce her to the pleasures of indoor living. Luckily, bringing a friendly stray in from the cold or keeping an indoor/outdoor feline entirely inside is not as difficult as one might think. All it takes is some environmental enrichment and a bit of training. |
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