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Once and for all, no, pregnant women don’t need to “get rid” of their cats, or put them outside! Here are the facts. Q: I’m pregnant with our first child, and my mother-in-law says we should get rid of our cat because of the risk of toxoplasmosis. Is she right? A: You can safely keep […]

If you have pets in your home, you need to put poisons in your place. And that place is completely out of their reach. Here are some specific concerns about cat poision prevention. Q: I’m getting my first cat. Are there any household poisons or other dangers I should be concerned about? A: Cats are […]

Do you know the best way to feed a puppy or adult dog? Here’s the advice I have a reader! Q: How often should I feed my puppy? And when she grows up, is it better to feed her once or twice a day? A: When puppies stop nursing and start eating on their own, […]

If your dog is sneezing, it could be a sign of a serious problem. Here’s how I explained it to a reader whose dog kept sneezing and snorting. Q: My dog is snorting and sneezing a lot. What could be wrong with him? A: Problems affecting the canine nose can range from minor to serious. […]

Every year, our family takes a two-week vacation at a nearby lake. I usually fly home late the night before, worn out from my nonstop travel schedule (some years I’ve spent more than 300 days on the road). Not this year. The global pandemic has kept me home since March, with our activities severely curtailed […]