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Portrait of a wet Poodle with a thick, curly white coat sitting on the edge of a swimming pool, looking unsure with one paw dipped in the water

Can All Dogs Swim? Exploring Canine Swimming Abilities

30 March 2024

A dog's ability to swim depends on its breed, body type, and prior experience. Some breeds are born to swim, while others may have a harder time.

Black cat peering curiously at a plate of green beans on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Eat Beans? A Look at Feline Nutrition

30 March 2024

Cats can eat green beans in moderation, but other types of beans may lead to tummy troubles because they are high in protein and carbs.

Curious Cocker Spaniel sniffing a bag of cheese puff snacks, with the owner's hands trying to move the bag away

Can Dogs Have Cheese Balls? A Vet's Guide to Human Food

29 March 2024

The health risks associated with giving dogs cheese puffs, such as high fat, salt, and potentially toxic additives that can be dangerous for dogs.

Close-up portrait of a curious-looking raccoon with a distinctive black mask and striped tail

How Long Do Raccoons Live? Understanding Their Longevity

29 March 2024

The average raccoon lives to be about two to three years old. However, there is a lot of variation in how long raccoons live in the wild and in captivity, with things like predators and living in urban areas affecting their life expectancy.

Person in blue medical gloves carefully examining a green tree python

Snake Sexing: Identifying Male vs. Female

29 March 2024

Reliable ways to identify a snake's sex, such as probing, popping, and less invasive methods like DNA sexing and ultrasounds.

Boxer dog with its mouth closed, refusing to let its owner brush with a human toothbrush

Can Dogs Use Human Toothpaste? What Vets Recommend

29 March 2024

Hazards of using toothpaste made for humans on dogs, such as toxic chemicals that can lead to upset stomach and other issues when the dog swallows it.

German Shepherd dog with a pleading look as its owner takes away a cooked ham bone

Can Dogs Have Ham Bones? A Look at the Dangers

29 March 2024

Cooked ham bones can easily splinter and lead to a number of health problems in dogs, such as blockages, choking, and gastrointestinal perforations.

Close-up view of a shark's open jaws with sharp teeth approaching a turtle that has retracted its head and limbs into its protective shell

Do Fish Eat Turtles? A Look at Predator-Prey Dynamics

29 March 2024

Some fish, such as bass and sharks, eat turtles, and turtles have evolved ways to defend themselves, such as shells.

Close-up of a golden retriever's red, inflamed paw pad on a soft surface

Why Are My Dog's Paw Pads Red? Causes and Remedies

29 March 2024

Causes, treatments, and prevention of red, irritated dog paws, including allergies, injuries, infections, and underlying medical conditions.

Curious Beagle sitting on a kitchen counter, looking at a plate of freshly baked oatmeal cookies

Can Dogs Have Oatmeal Cookies? What a Vet Says

29 March 2024

Oatmeal cookies can be a healthy snack for dogs as long as they are eaten in moderation and don't contain any toxic ingredients.

Close-up of a tabby cat sniffing a bowl of fresh water, with its whiskers and wet nose in sharp focus

How Long Can Cats Go Without Water? The Science Explained

29 March 2024

Cats can go up to 3-4 days without water before they become severely dehydrated and at risk for serious health problems.

American guinea pig sniffing a plate of chopped parsley in a spacious habitat

Can Guinea Pigs Eat Parsley? Benefits and Precautions

29 March 2024

Parsley is another nutritious option for guinea pigs, but it should be given sparingly because it is high in calcium and oxalates.