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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

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.

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.

Cockatiels in a parrot cage

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

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

How to Give a Dog a Pill

Getting dogs to take pills can be challenging. This resource gives thorough tips and tricks.

Senior dog who takes pills for a heart condition

How to Give a Cat a Pill

Learn easy tips for how to give a cat a pill, including hiding the pill in treats, using a pill gun, having the pill made into a different formula, and more.

cat with pill bottles

How to Find a Good Veterinarian

A veterinarian should be a good fit for both you and your pet. Here are some helpful guidelines for how to find a veterinarian near you.

veterinarian examining a small dog

How Much Does a Dog Cost to Acquire and Care For?

How much does a dog cost? Here's what to consider regarding adoption vs. buying, pet supplies, spay/neuter, vet bills, grooming, and more.

gray-and-white dog sitting in a chair

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

Heartworm Disease in Dogs and Cats

Answers to questions about heartworm disease in dogs and cats: prevention, spread of disease, signs and symptoms, tests, treatment and prognosis.

Trevor, a brown and white dog tilting his head

Feeding Your Dog

Wondering what to feed your dog? Read about dog foods available, including dry, wet and even vegetarian options, as well as other feeding considerations.

What you feed your dog is important to his overall health. This dog's person is considering changing his diet to a specially formulated food for senior dogs.

Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)

Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) is a devastating disease in cats caused by a corona virus. Learn about signs, diagnosis and treatment.

Young cats, like this black-and-white kitten, are susceptible to feline infectious peritonitis (FIP).

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV): Signs, Prevention, Prognosis

Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) affects cats’ immune system. Read FAQs about the disease, including transmission, signs, diagnosis, and prognosis.

Rico, a tabby cat who is feline leukemia virus (FeLV) positive, lying on his side on a blue shelf

Feeding Your Cat

Feeding your cat can be a challenge. Should you feed her wet or dry food? What if he is a picky eater? What if she is overweight? Read on for help.

Three cats eating wet food from a bowl

Liver Disease in Cats: Signs, Treatment, Prognosis

Fatty liver disease in cats, aka feline hepatic lipidosis, is caused by an accumulation of fats, or lipids, in the liver tissue. Learn about the signs of cat liver diseas...

Woman holding her tabby cat with liver disease (feline hepatic lipidosis)