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Celebrate National Pet ID Week with these amazing lost and found ‘tails’

April 17, 2024

National Pet ID Week is April 17-23. Without permanent identification, it is nearly impossible to identify lost animals and reunite them with their families. Approximately 83% of cats and 39% of dogs cannot be traced to their guardian with thousands of stray animals taken to Canadian shelters annually. In recent microchip scanning events, over 20% of …

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How to create a catio-friendly outdoor tunnel that your cat will love

Catio cat
March 28, 2024

You’ve created your catio, and your cat adores it. After all, catios give cats the opportunity to enjoy the pleasures of the great outdoors without all the dangers. Why wouldn’t they like it? As the kind-hearted and creative pet guardian you are, you now might be wondering how you can further enhance your kitty’s catio …

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What you need to know about your pet’s dental health

March 27, 2024

Many pet parents are surprised to find out that they should be brushing their pet’s teeth daily. Often this information only comes to light after visiting the vet and learning that their pet needs to have several teeth extracted, costing thousands of dollars. For pets to live long, healthy lives, regular dental home care and …

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Does my pet have allergies?

March 26, 2024

Just like humans, your pet can suffer from allergies. Pet allergies typically come in two forms – food allergies and environmental allergies, with the latter being more common. Because different types of pet allergies share similar symptoms, it’s best to seek advice from your veterinarian to determine what’s affecting your pet and the best treatment options. Environmental allergies Just like people, many …

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