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Why Spay and Neuter: The Benefits for Pets

Fixing, desexing, sterilizing, castrating: Whatever term you use, spaying and neutering dogs and cats is important. Learn spay/neuter benefits, facts, and myths.
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headshot of a smiling yellow Labrador retriever looking up

Military Pet Fostering and Rehoming Resources

Find tips for military families with pets on fostering, rehoming, and other placement options.
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Silhouette of dog and his person, a woman serving in the military

The Best Parrot Diet (and Toxic Foods to Avoid)

Learn about the best parrot diet to feed your pet birds to keep them healthy — plus toxic foods that aren't safe for birds.
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Maxine the parrot eats some of her parrot food from a person's hand

Wildlife Rescue: Safety Precautions

While it's important to move fast when rescuing a wild animal, it's just as important to move safely. Here are some wildlife rescue safety precautions to know.
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rescued wild grasshopper mouse on a blanket

Wildlife Rescue: How to Help Orphaned or Injured Animals

Have you come upon an orphaned or injured wild animal? Here's what you need to know about wildlife rescue for fawns, squirrels, rabbits, and more.
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Baby cottontail rabbit at wildlife rehabilitation center

Bird-Safe Cleaning Products and Air Purifiers for Birds

Learn about bird-safe cleaning products and disinfectants that you can use around pet birds. And find out what makes for the best air purifiers for birds.
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close-up of a blue-and-gold bird cleaning himself

Rabbit Housing: Cages, Hutches, Pens, and More

Discover best pet rabbit housing options, including hutches, cages, x-pens, and DIY houses. Plus, learn guidelines for choosing an enclosure.
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white bunny in wooden rabbit housing

Rabbit Grooming: Brushing, Nail Trims, and More

Learn the basics of rabbit grooming, including brushing your pet bunny, rabbit nail trims, and more.
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a rabbit grooming session in which the groomer is trimming the rabbit's fur

Pet-Friendly Rentals Increase Profitability for Landlords

Landlords with pet-friendly rentals enjoy higher profits than those who do not allow pets. Learn more about why pet-friendly housing makes sense.
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brown-and-white pit bull-type dog standing on grass and looking up and smiling

Cat, Dog, and Other Pet Fostering FAQs

Are you interested in fostering a dog, cat, or other pet? Get answers to all of your pet fostering questions with these FAQs.
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Man with his longhair gray tabby foster cat

Light for Birds: Sunlight vs. Full-Spectrum Bulbs

What kind of light do birds need? Learn about lighting requirements for pet birds, including sunlight recommendations and full-spectrum light bulbs.
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gray bird standing in a beam of light

Pet Bird Baths and Humidity Levels

Do pet birds need baths? What's a good humidity level for birds? Learn what your feathered friend needs.
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green pet bird taking a bath

Overweight Dogs and Cats: Pet Obesity Risks

Overweight pets are at increased risk of diabetes, pancreatitis and joint problems. Diet, exercise and maintaining a healthy weight is important.
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Overweight cat. Obesity in pets is a health concern.

Cat and Dog Arthritis: Integrative Treatment Options

Besides medication, learn about integrative treatment options for cat and dog arthritis, including diet changes, supplements, and physical therapy.
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Dog who is receiving arthritis treatment playing with a ball

Summer Pet Safety Tips: Keeping Dogs and Cats Safe in Hot Weather

Learn tips for keeping pets safe in hot weather, including signs of heatstroke in dogs and cats.
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tan dog with mouth open in the water next to vegetation on a hot summer day

Cat Spay/Neuter: What to Expect and Why It's Important

What does spaying or neutering do to a cat, and why is it important to spay or neuter cats? Here's key information about cat spay and neuter.
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up close on the face of a neutered tabby cat

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