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Festive foods for your dog this holiday season

December 23, 2024

FAMILY FEATURES Bring on the list-making, gift-giving, party-going time of year. The holiday season would also feel incomplete without delicious dishes to keep everyone feeling merry and bright. By everyone, that includes canine companions, too. Consider this list of pup- and pet-parent-approved festive foods, as well as those to avoid, from the experts at Petcurean,…

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Festive foods for your dog this holiday season

December 22, 2024

FAMILY FEATURES Bring on the list-making, gift-giving, party-going time of year. The holiday season would also feel incomplete without delicious dishes to keep everyone feeling merry and bright. By everyone, that includes canine companions, too. Consider this list of pup- and pet-parent-approved festive foods, as well as those to avoid, from the experts at Petcurean,…

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Six tips to help keep your pets healthy this National Pet Wellness Month

October 7, 2024

BPT A staggering 86.9 million U.S. homes share their lives with a beloved pet, according to MarketWatch. From playful personalities to curious instincts, pets enrich our lives by providing companionship, emotional support and a sense of security. In honor of National Pet Wellness Month this October, Royal Canin, a division of Mars, Incorporated and leader…

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Three expert tips to manage your puppy’s dental health

September 1, 2024

BPT Every new puppy owner has a camera roll full of pictures, but don’t let that sweet puppy smile fool you — good dental health requires a plan.By the age of three years, most dogs will have some sort of periodontal disease, according to the American Animal Hospital Association. When left untreated, periodontal disease can…

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Adopting a pet? Here’s how to make a perfect match

July 28, 2024

BPT Bringing a pet into your home is one of the best decisions you can make to enrich your life, with three quarters of pet parents reporting mental health improvements from pet ownership. With more than six million animals currently in rescue agencies or shelters in the U.S., adopting a pet will open your home…

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Not just the dog: How to protect yourself from ticks

June 3, 2024

BPT Did you know people do more to defend their pets from ticks than for themselves? Pet owners are nearly three times as likely to always protect their pets from ticks than to always protect themselves (36% versus 14%) while only a third (31%) of all Americans are consistently taking measures to protect themselves. Pets…

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Dog grooming advice to keep pets clean and healthy

March 2, 2024

FAMILY FEATURESRegular grooming can keep your dog looking and smelling his or her best, but it’s also important for maintaining health. If you choose to groom at home rather than opting for (often expensive) professional care, it’s also an opportunity to examine your pet for potential concerns. A proper grooming routine starts with the right…

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Bow to Wow! America’s top 10 shelter dog makeovers

February 3, 2024

BPTZen was rescued from a horrendous hoarding case. She arrived at the shelter with mange that required regular medicated baths and had severe damage to one of her eyes. Thankfully, after extensive grooming and care, the little pup went from sick, to healthy, to spunky in no time. Zen’s triumphant story continued when she was…

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Fast facts about healthy skin and coat care for dogs

December 29, 2023

FAMILY FEATURES The condition and appearance of your dog’s skin and coat can serve as outward indicators of his or her overall health. While grooming is one of the most important steps to maintaining a healthy coat, other factors can play a role in the look and feel of your four-legged friend’s fur. For example,…

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