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Chase that tail! Dogs chase their tails for a variety of reasons: curiosity, exercise, anxiety, predatory instinct or, they might have fleas! If your dog is chasing his tail excessively, talk with your vet.
Aug 7, 2024, 12:00 PM
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Phoenician cargo ships are thought to have brought the first domesticated cats to Europe in about 900 BC.
Aug 6, 2024, 12:00 PM
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According to a study shared by Cornell University, dogs were domesticated between 9,000 and 34,000 years ago.
Aug 5, 2024, 12:00 PM
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Dogs engage in rapid-eye-movement when they sleep, and have dreams just like humans do.
Aug 4, 2024, 12:00 PM
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The best age to bring a puppy home is 8 to 12 weeks.
Aug 2, 2024, 12:00 PM
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There are nearly 14,000 animal shelters and rescue groups across North America.
Aug 1, 2024, 12:00 PM
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Dogs have a third eyelid called a nictitating membrane, which helps to protect their eyes and keep them moist.
Jul 31, 2024, 12:00 PM
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A dog's nose is so sensitive that they can detect minute changes in the earth's magnetic field.
Jul 30, 2024, 12:00 PM
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Dogs have a wet nose to help them absorb scents.
Jul 27, 2024, 12:00 PM
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A cat cannot see directly under its nose.
Jul 26, 2024, 12:01 PM
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Americans love dogs! 44% of U.S. households have a dog, which equates to 55.3 million homes
Jul 25, 2024, 12:00 PM
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Some common houseplants poisonous to cats include: English Ivy, iris, mistletoe, philodendron, and yew.
Jul 24, 2024, 12:00 PM
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A cat's normal pulse is 140-240 beats per minute, with an average of 195.
Jul 23, 2024, 12:00 PM
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Hyenas aren't actually dogs. They are more closely related to cats.
Jul 22, 2024, 12:00 PM
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The chlorine in fresh tap water irritates sensitive parts of the cat's nose. Let tap water sit for 24 hours before giving it to a cat.
Jul 20, 2024, 12:00 PM
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