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Maine Coon cat lounging on a wooden shelf, uninterested in the potted succulents and herbs around it

How to Keep Cats Away From Plants: Tips for Your Indoor Garden

1 May 2024

Proven ways to train your cat to avoid your houseplants and outdoor plants, including smells, barriers, and positive reinforcement.

Burmese cat with a short, glossy coat and alert, gold eyes staring intently at the camera with a rigid, defensive posture

How to Tell If Your Cat Is Protective: What It Means to Be Guarded

1 May 2024

Signs that your cat is being protective, such as a rigid body, an arched back, piloerection, and aggressive actions such as hissing and swatting.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel sniffing a spider plant on a windowsill

Can Spider Plants Make Dogs Sick? A Complete Guide

1 May 2024

Spider plants are poisonous to dogs and can result in vomiting, diarrhea, and upset stomach if ingested in large quantities.

Close-up of a calico cat's paw gently touching the vibrant green leaves of a Maranta Leuconeura plant

Do Prayer Plants Hurt Cats? What Pet Parents Should Know

1 May 2024

Prayer plants can be poisonous to cats when eaten and can result in mouth pain, vomiting, and diarrhea, but they are also good for cleaning the air in your home.

Burmese cat peering intently at a bowl of lemon wedges on a table, with its paw reaching towards but not touching the lemons

Can Cats Eat Lemons? The Risks and Better Snack Options

30 April 2024

Lemons and other citrus fruits are toxic to cats and can lead to symptoms like stomach upset and other issues.

Detailed image of a Persian cat with a plush, pale cream colored coat having a tick removed from its fur by a human hand with tweezers

How to Remove Ticks From Cats: A Step-by-Step Guide

28 April 2024

A detailed tutorial on how to safely remove ticks from cats, including the supplies you'll need, step-by-step instructions, and information on tick-borne illnesses.

Curious Labrador retriever puppy tilting its head and examining a small puddle of white foam on a clean living room floor

Why Is My Puppy Throwing Up White Foam? Potential Causes and Issues

27 April 2024

Reasons, solutions, and ways to avoid your dog throwing up white foam, such as food, medical conditions, and when to go to the vet.

Labrador Retriever looking up at a plate of ham slices on a kitchen counter, with a concerned expression

My Dog Ate Ham: What to Know and How to Avoid It

27 April 2024

Hazards of feeding your dog ham, such as dangers, signs of toxicity, and how to keep your dog safe from the high fat and sodium levels.

Close-up of a Golden Retriever sniffing at a bowl of black peppercorns on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Black Pepper? The Good, the Bad, and the Spicy

26 April 2024

Black pepper can be good for dogs in moderation, but too much can lead to an upset stomach.

Tabby cat cautiously sniffing a rubber plant, with a concerned cat owner reaching to shoo the cat away

Can Cats Eat Rubber Plants? What You Should Know

26 April 2024

Rubber plants are poisonous to cats, leading to symptoms like an upset stomach and ataxia. Cat owners should block off access to these plants and use other methods to deter their cats from getting too close to them.

A Golden Retriever puppy sniffing at a patch of creeping thyme in a garden

Can Dogs Eat Creeping Thyme? Important Information for Dog Owners

26 April 2024

Creeping thyme is a nontoxic, nonirritating ground cover that has many advantages for dogs, but there are some things to watch out for.

Welsh Corgi sniffing a slice of bread topped with sunflower butter, with sunflower seeds visible in a cozy living room setting

Can Dogs Have Sunflower Butter? A Healthy Nut Butter Alternative

25 April 2024

Sunflower butter can be a healthy alternative for dogs with a peanut allergy as long as it is fed to them in small amounts.