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Bought a Sick Pet Store Puppy? What to Do

Did you buy a sick puppy from a pet store? Here is what you can do, including how to file a complaint with a breed registry, contact the BBB, and more.
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The face of a light tan-and-white puppy

How to Bird-Proof Your Home to Keep Pet Birds Safe

To keep pet birds safe and stop your birds from escaping, you'll need to learn how to bird-proof your home. There are many household hazards for pet birds.
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Parrot who lives in a bird-proofed home

Best Parrot Cages and Safe Play Areas

Resource gives advice and tips on best parrot cage brands, sizes and safe materials, perches, as well as play stands, bird rooms and outdoor aviaries.
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Cockatiels in a parrot cage

What to Know Before You Adopt a Goat

If you're thinking you'd like to adopt a goat, here are some things to know about goat care before you bring one home.
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goats and sheep standing together

What to Feed a Potbellied Pig

What do pigs eat -- or rather, what should be in a pig's diet? Read about the best foods and supplements to feed potbellied pigs and why obesity is a problem.
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RB the potbellied pig eating some lettuce as part of a healthy pig diet

A Guide to Teacup Pigs (Mini Pigs)

Are you looking to adopt a teacup pig? Learn all about the care needs and misconceptions regarding these so-called mini pigs.
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a large adult pet potbellied pig, who was sold as a teacup pig (aka mini pig), standing among grasses and flowers

Pet Potbellied Pigs: Spay and Neuter

Here's what you need to know about spaying/neutering pet potbellied pigs, including reasons for it, anesthesia risks, and spay/neuter cost.
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a pet potbellied pig outdoors eating

Common Signs of a Sick Rabbit

Are you wondering whether your pet bunny is sick? Here are some common signs of a sick rabbit.
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headshot of a brown bunny with lop ears

How to Pick Safe Bird Toys

Safe bird toys are a must for pet birds to get exercise and mental stimulation. Here's how to pick safe bird toys for enrichment and fun.
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pet African gray parrot with a colorful, wooden safe bird toy

Clipping Bird Wings: What to Know About Wing Trims

Should you clip your bird's wings? Learn about the pros and cons of wing trims for pet birds.
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a macaw parrot with his wings spread out

Bottle-Feeding Kittens: A Comprehensive Guide

This guide provides instructions for caring for bottle-feeding kittens — aka "bottle babies" or very young kittens who have been abandoned or orphaned.
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Bottle-feeding kitten with milk on her face

Senior Dog Care: Tips to Keep Older Dogs Happy and Healthy

If you're caring for a senior dog, there are some specific factors to consider. Follow these tips to keep an older dog happy and healthy.
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person caring for senior dog by taking him out on a walk

Puppy Development Stages From Birth to 2 Years Old

Learn about puppy development stages — birth to 2 weeks old, 2-4 weeks, 3-16 weeks, 4-6 months, and 1-2 years — and what puppies need at each stage.
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Litter of blond puppies on someone's lap, with one puppy who has his mouth open, who are at the puppy development stage of socializing with each other and with humans

Lymphoma in Dogs: Signs, Stages, Treatment, and Prognosis

Dog lymphoma is cancer affecting white blood cells. Learn about the signs of lymphoma in dogs, the stages, treatments, and possible life expectancy of a dog with lymphoma...
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Black senior dog with graying muzzle who has lymphoma sitting at someone's feet being held on a Best Friends leash

Kidney Disease in Dogs

Canine kidney disease is often a chronic issue in older dogs. A Best Friends vet describes the symptoms of the organ function problem.
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Kidney Disease In Dogs

How to Keep Dogs Warm in the Winter

How cold is too cold for a dog? Learn tips to keep dogs warm in winter or cold weather.
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Small dog wearing a red sweater to keep warm in cold weather

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