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  The Effect of Cigarette Smoke on Dogs and Cats The way that secondhand smoke affects a dog often has to do with the size of his nose. Dogs with longer noses are prone to nasal cancer while shorter-nosed dogs develop lung cancer more frequently. Breathing in...

Just Say No When It Comes to Candy for Pets Chocolate and artificial sweetener are especially toxic for pets. They can cause immediate gastric distress, including vomiting and diarrhea. Additional symptoms may include seizures, rapid breathing, and increased heart...

  How to Participate in the Event as a Pet Owner   One way you can support this cause is by continuing to take great care of your own pets. If you don't yet have a microchip for your dog or cat, we encourage you to consider getting one. This greatly...

Best Practices to Keep Your Hunting Dog Safe Both you and your dog need a blaze orange hunting vest anytime you're in the woods. The bright color enables other hunters to see you both. It also protects your dog's internal organs if he's hit by a bullet or...

How Dog Flu Spreads This illness is most common among dogs in kennels, shelters, and other environments with multiple dogs present. However, any dog who has not received the parainfluenza vaccine is at risk of picking it up. An uninfected dog can acquire the virus...

  Although summer is winding down in Minnesota, August is typically the hottest month of the year. Unfortunately, many dog owners fail to realize that the temperature of asphalt often exceeds 100 degrees and can cause serious injuries to uncovered paws. Your...