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A cat’s sense of smell is 15 times stronger than that of a human. Cats may even have a better sense of smell than dogs, with better ability to discriminate among more scents, although they probably won’t be doing search and rescue or bomb detection anytime soon. It’s no wonder, then, that cats dislike strong-scented […]

A newly identified cat virus may help protect cats from liver disease and cancer — and may help people, too. The study, funded by Morris Animal Foundation, was conducted at the University of Sydney and its results were published in the most recent issue of the journal Viruses. The researchers identified a type of virus […]

Are sunglasses for dogs a fashion statement or a necessity? A little bit of both, it turns out. Dogs who spend a lot of time on boats, running through brushy areas, or hanging their heads out the car window need protection from flying debris, sand, prickly foliage, and sun glare. Other dogs who can benefit […]

Do you ever wish you had a third hand? I know when I’m trying to distract one of my dogs while I’m cutting their nails or brushing them, I definitely do. That’s why I love that 30 percent off the AquaPaw Slow Treater is the June Fear Free Friday deal over on Fear Free Happy […]

Taking a pet bird to the veterinarian can be stressful for him or for you, but there’s a big payoff! Here’s how I explained it to a reader. Q: How often should my pet bird visit the veterinarian? A: A healthy pet bird should visit the veterinarian each year for a physical examination and as […]