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A Bengal cat with a thick, spotted coat curled up and resting in a soft-lit, cozy interior

Can Cats Get Kennel Cough? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

18 April 2024

Cats can contract kennel cough, which is a respiratory infection that is highly contagious and leads to coughing, nasal discharge, tiredness, and loss of appetite. Bacterial infections can be treated with antibiotics.

Close-up of a Chihuahua staring at a plate of fluffy white marshmallows

Can Dogs Eat Marshmallows? The Sweet Dangers Explained

18 April 2024

Marshmallows can be harmful to dogs because of their high sugar content and the potential toxicity of xylitol.

Owner crouching next to a worried-looking Golden Retriever, holding a bottle of hydrogen peroxide

Can You Use Hydrogen Peroxide on Dogs? A Vet Weighs In

18 April 2024

Learn about the benefits and risks of using hydrogen peroxide to induce vomiting in dogs, and find out how to do it.

Fluffy Pomeranian dog approaching a plate of sliced persimmons in a kitchen setting

Can Dogs Eat Persimmons? The Sweet Truth from Vets

18 April 2024

Persimmons can be a nutritious snack for dogs every once in a while if they are ripe and prepared correctly, but it's important not to overdo it to prevent stomach upset.

Bernese Mountain Dog sitting patiently next to an open rotisserie chicken, gazing at it with longing eyes

Can Dogs Have Rotisserie Chicken? The Good and the Bad

17 April 2024

Rotisserie chicken is okay for dogs to have every once in a while, but the skin, bones, and spices can lead to problems.

A sad-looking Pug dog sitting next to an empty peanut container, with scattered peanut shells on the floor around it

Can Dogs Eat Peanut Shells? A Look at Peanuts for Pups

17 April 2024

Peanut shells can cause some major health issues for dogs, like intestinal blockage and perforation. Peanut butter should be used sparingly as a snack.

Curious beagle sniffing a container of xanthan gum powder in a modern kitchen setting

Can Dogs Have Xanthan Gum? What to Know About This Food Additive

17 April 2024

Possible dangers and advantages of xanthan gum for dog food, such as digestive problems, allergies, and other options that are less risky.

A medium-sized brown dog sniffing at a litter box with cat litter, displaying a curious expression

Why Does My Dog Eat Cat Poop? Insights on Coprophagy

17 April 2024

Why dogs eat cat feces, such as nutritional needs, natural scavenging, and health issues, and how to stop this behavior.

Labrador Retriever with a worried expression sniffing a large hosta plant, with the owner's hands reaching to stop the dog

Can Dogs Eat Hostas? Everything You Need to Know

17 April 2024

Hostas are poisonous to dogs and will result in vomiting, diarrhea, and depression, among other serious issues, if eaten, so make sure to get your dog to the vet right away.

British Shorthair cat batting at a fallen alstroemeria flower on a hardwood floor

Can Cats Eat Alstroemeria? What Pet Owners Should Know

17 April 2024

Alstroemeria poisoning in cats: Signs, dangers, and how to prevent your cat from being exposed to this Peruvian lily.

Black cat with green eyes sitting on a kitchen counter, sniffing an open can of chicken

Can Cats Eat Canned Chicken? A Vet's Guide to Safe Treats

16 April 2024

Canned chicken is okay as a sometimes snack, but it should not be used to supplement a cat's regular, balanced commercial cat food diet.

Persian cat with a plush cream coat resting next to an open bottle of lavender essential oil, with a wary expression

Can Cats Smell Lavender? What Science Says

16 April 2024

Cats are a special case when it comes to the scent of lavender, and there are potential dangers of poisoning due to exposure to essential oils.