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What does a Labralier look like?

A labralier is a dog, which is a cross between a labrador and a cavalier king charles spaniel. She has medium to long hair with long ears like a cavalier. She is frisky in nature and has the qualities of both breeds. She is very kind but very strong-minded and doesn’t like to be told [...]

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Foods that are dangerous to dogs

Your dog may literally be begging for these treats, but don’t ever give in to the big, puppy eyes! In fact, these particular foods are so dangerous to dogs that you need to take extra precautions to make sure that he won’t be able to swipe them off the table when you’re not looking.

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Tips for picking aquarium accessories

Buying your first fish? After choosing your pets and an aquarium, you’ll be faced with having to pick from a wide array of aquarium accessories. Which ones do you really need? These tips will help you decide what kind of aquarium decorations to get. Many of these serve a double purpose. Aside from making your [...]

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6 friendly cat breeds that like to play and be petted

They say if you want an affectionate pet who’ll curl up at your feet and basically adore you, get a dog. Cats have a reputation for being independent, and sometimes snobby. But there are some affectionate cat breeds that are friendly (though they may be slow to approach strangers). In fact, my ragdoll likes to [...]

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Tips for taking great pet photos

All of my attempts to take good photos of my pets end up in disaster. He either gets shocked by the flash (and freezes or runs away) or his eyes have a weird red or green reflection. It’s very frustrating, and I’m sure many other pet owners feel the same way. How can we show [...]

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Tips for bonding with your new pet

Pets will love you unconditionally and return even the simplest kindness with unfaltering loyalty. But this isn’t automatic. New pet owners may find themselves struggling to bond with their pets, and some even give up and think, “This just isn’t for me.” Be patient. Like all relationships, your bond with your pet takes time and [...]

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How stylish is your pet?

Sure, your pet’s clean, but is it stylish? Some pet owners go beyond the basics of grooming and really pamper their pets. “Bath day” feels like a trip to the spa—and the quality of their coats show it. They’re clean, cute, and can often turn heads when they’re walked around the block. Read this article [...]

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5 little-known facts about cats

Not all cats hate water. And not all cats chase mice. And there are many, many examples of cats and dogs becoming best friends. Here are some other little-known facts about cats. Even if you have a pet cat (or more accurately, is a cat’s pet human) you’ll be surprised exactly how little you know [...]

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How to discourage kittens from biting and scratching

It is common for kittens to have aggressive play behavior as it “wrestles” with its siblings and mother. Pouncing, chasing, stalking, and biting are part of its natural way of playing. It’s the cat version of family bonding, and does not indicate that the kitten has a “mean” temperament. However, by playing with its siblings, [...]