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Curious Pug looking at saltine crackers on a coffee table in a blurred living room setting

Can Dogs Eat Saltine Crackers? What Pet Owners Should Know

6 March 2024

Potential risks of giving dogs saltine crackers include too much salt, gastrointestinal problems, and salt toxicity; however, these can be avoided with control and advice from a veterinarian.

Blue and gold Macaw parrot perched on a table, looking away from a bar of chocolate

Can Birds Have Chocolate? What You Need to Know

5 March 2024

The hazards of chocolate for birds, such as signs of poisoning, how to keep your bird safe, and what to do if your bird ingests chocolate.

Alarmed Abyssinian cat backing away from a flowering lilac plant

Can Cats Eat Lilacs? What You Need to Know About Plant Toxicity

5 March 2024

This article discusses the dangers of Persian lilacs to cats, including symptoms, how to keep your pet safe, and why it's important to seek help from a vet right away if your cat eats any part of the plant.

Concerned owner cleaning a couch with enzymatic cleaner, guilty Siamese cat watching

How to Get Cat Urine Out of a Couch: A Step-by-Step Guide to Cleaning

5 March 2024

Ways to successfully get cat pee out of couches, such as enzymatic cleaners, natural solutions, and ways to prevent future accidents.

Worried owner taking pecans away from a curious Golden Retriever in a bright kitchen

Can Dogs Eat Pecans? Hazards of Canine Consumption

5 March 2024

Health dangers of dogs eating pecans, such as juglone poisoning, liver issues, and other treats that are better for dogs.

Silver-shaded Persian cat with fluffy fur accidentally scratching a person's arm

The Science of the Itch: Why Do Cat Scratches Itch?

4 March 2024

Reasons why cat scratches may itch: the body's inflammatory reaction, the possibility of a bacterial infection, allergens in cat saliva, and psychological reasons.

Small Pomeranian with a golden coat sitting by pink cotton candy at a vibrant fairground

Can Dogs Eat Cotton Candy? Understanding the Risks of Sugary Treats

4 March 2024

Potential health hazards for dogs that eat cotton candy, such as weight gain, diabetes, dental problems, and xylitol poisoning.

Russian Blue cat sniffing fresh basil leaves in a pot on a sunny kitchen windowsill

Can Cats Eat Basil? Safe Herb Guidelines for Felines

3 March 2024

Safety and uses of giving basil to cats, including potential benefits, risks, and the need for a meat-inclusive diet.

Owner checking black stool with scoop as worried Chocolate Lab watches in garden

Why Is My Dog’s Poop Black? Understanding the Health Implications

2 March 2024

Causes of black dog poop, such as gastrointestinal bleeding, dietary changes, parasites, toxins, and stress, and the importance of taking your dog to the vet.

Relaxed Beagle sitting on leaf-covered ground, gently receiving a chestnut from a person's hand

Can Dogs Eat Chestnuts? A Nutritional Guide for Pet Owners

2 March 2024

Safe ways for dogs to eat chestnuts, the toxicity of horse chestnuts, how to cook them, and possible allergic reactions.

A cautious Siamese cat examining a bowl of food-grade diatomaceous earth in a well-lit kitchen

Is Diatomaceous Earth Safe for Cats? An Expert Safety Guide

2 March 2024

Safety and efficacy of diatomaceous earth for cats, including the advantages of food-grade DE, the dangers of breathing in and coming into contact with it, and advice from vets.

Cute Chihuahua eyeing a sealed jar of colorful jelly beans on a table in a cozy home setting

Can Dogs Have Jelly Beans? Know the Risks

2 March 2024

The risks of dogs eating jelly beans, including harmful additives such as xylitol and caffeine, and other options for dog treats.