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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.

pet African gray parrot with a colorful, wooden safe bird toy

Pet Spay and Neuter FAQs

What is the difference between spaying and neutering? What are the benefits of pet spay and neuter? Get answers to some frequently asked questions.

Two dogs who have been spayed. Spaying or neutering is important for all pets.

How to Litter Train a Rabbit

Just like cats, pet bunnies can learn to use a litter box. Check out strategies and tips for how to litter train a rabbit.

black and white pet rabbits eating fresh greens near a litter box

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.

a pet potbellied pig outdoors eating

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.

Small dog wearing a red sweater to keep warm in cold weather

Bird Training: Understanding the Basics

To help our pet birds live healthy and happy lives in our environments, bird training is key. Here are some tips for how to train your bird.

person holding a parrot engaging in a bird training session

Bird Handling Techniques: How to Hold a Bird

How do you teach a bird to step up? What does a bird's body language mean? Learn tips for bird handling and how to hold a bird.

Person practicing bird handling, trying to get a parrot to step up using a towel

Horse Care Guide: FAQs

Are horses a lot of maintenance? Here are some frequently asked questions about horse care.

family standing next to a brown horse

Stomatitis in Cats: Signs and Treatment of Feline Dental Disease

Stomatitis in cats is a feline dental disease. Read about the causes, signs, and treatments for cat stomatitis.

gray-and-white tabby cat lying with head on paws

Cat Declawing: Effects and Alternatives

Cat declawing is a painful procedure that can have many negative effects on a cat's well-being. Learn alternatives to having a cat declawed.

gray-and-white cat showing he is not a declawed cat by holding his paw over a ledge

Pet Dental Care

Pet dental care is an important component of overall pet health. Find out what causes dental disease, how to prevent it, and treatment options.

Black shelter dog with crooked teeth. He has received pet dental care and has clean teeth.

Rabbit Diet: What to Feed a Pet Bunny

What is the best rabbit diet? What are safe foods to feed your pet bunny? Here's a list of safe fruits, vegetables, treats, and more.

white pet bunny eating some lettuce as part of a healthy rabbit diet

Kidney Disease in Cats: Causes, Signs, and Treatment

Learn about kidney disease in cats: signs and symptoms, causes, treatment options (including new options like renal transplant), and prognosis.

orange-and-white cat lying down

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.

person caring for senior dog by taking him out on a walk

Signs of a Healthy Cat (and Possible Symptoms of Cat Illness)

What are signs of a healthy cat? And what are the symptoms of cat illness? Learn essential information on cat health.

Young healthy cat looking up on a multicolored blanket

Promises to My Dog

Here are 12 'promises to my dog' that you make when you bring a dog into your life. Life with a dog is a joyful commitment.

Woman making promises to her dog, the most important of which is to love him