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If you’re wondering why dogs are scared of thunder, there are several possibilities, including the loud noises and flashes of light. Find out some other possible causes for this fear and how to ease your dog’s storm anxiety here.

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Pet Disaster Preparedness: Tips for Creating a Pet Emergency Kit

A pet emergency kit and disaster preparedness plan can help ensure you and your pet stay together in a worst-case scenario. Find out how to create your own pet disaster preparedness plan and emergency kit here.

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Do Cats Drink Water? Cat Hydration & Dehydration Prevention

Do cats drink water? Yes, like humans and many other animals, cats need water to survive. Many cats don’t drink as much as they should, though. Find out why they need water and how to get your own kitty to drink more.

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How to Keep Dogs Cool in Summer

When you know how to keep dogs cool in summer, you can spend more time in the great outdoors with your pooch. See our expert tips for keeping dogs cool on those hot summer days, including hydration, pool time and more.

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Why are Dogs Scared of Fireworks?

The noise and flashing lights are just a couple of the many reasons why dogs are scared of fireworks. When you understand the reason for your dog’s fear, it’s easier to find ways to help him stay calm. Find out how to comfort him during fireworks.

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Tips to Comfort Cats and Dogs with Separation Anxiety

Downtime at home often means pets get to bond with all the members of the family. Whether you’re returning to work or school, when it’s time to transition to a regular routine, pets struggle just like the rest of us.

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Puppy Health

What is Parvo?

The short answer: Parvo in puppies is very serious. It’s a deadly disease that is easily preventable. Parvo strikes young puppies who’ve not been vaccinated. Key point: get parvo shots for your puppy. Now.

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Puppy Activities

Puppy Exercise and Play

Exercise and play with your puppy can lead to a happy, healthy life together. Whether your puppy is a big Great Dane or a teeny-tiny Yorkshire Terrier, he needs exercise every day.

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Puppy Training

How Do I Get Started With Puppy Training?

Puppy training is a great family activity and can be a bonding experience. If you take the time now, you’ll be much happier with a well-trained dog.

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Getting a Puppy

How Should I Prepare For My New Puppy's First Week In His New Home?

This is an exciting time. And… there is going to be a period of adjustment. The following tips will lay the foundation for a long, happy life together and make the transition as easy as possible.

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How to Cut Puppy Nails

Trimming your puppy’s nails takes some care. Your veterinarian can give you a good idea of when and how to cut them. You may even just want to let your veterinarian or groomer do the job.

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Behavior

Why is My Dog Chewing Everything?

Talullah is a wonderful, Golden Doodle who needs some training from her family. See how professional trainer, Joanne Barrett helps this dog family grow stronger.

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Puppy Health

What's Causing My Puppy's Upset Stomach?

Because a puppy is, well, a puppy—their immune system is still developing, and they chew and swallow all kinds of stuff—it’s easy to upset their tummy. Don’t let this give YOU a bellyache, too.

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Puppy Activities

How Do I Teach My Puppy to Swim?

Swimming doesn’t come naturally to a puppy. He needs your help or he could quickly get in over his head.

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Puppy Training

Puppy Command Training

When it comes to training: start early, keep calm, be consistent, stay positive, and repeat.

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What to Expect When You're Expecting Kittens

Help your cat during her pregnancy.

Your pregnant cat will benefit from your care to have a safe, healthy pregnancy. Plan to provide her with support before the kittens arrive, then prepare to give her plenty of family time after they’re born.

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Nation’s First Fully Pet-Friendly Domestic Violence Shelter Opens in NYC

There are less than 3,000 shelters¹ throughout the United States for abused women, men and children, and only 3 percent are considered pet-friendly domestic violen

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Purina’s Local Impact on Pet-Friendly Domestic Violence Shelters

Studies estimate more than 70 percent of pet-owning women entering shelters for victims of abuse report their abuser threatened, harmed or even killed a family pet.¹

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