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  • Believe it or not, some people keep pets that are actually untouchable.  In fact, one that's growing in popularity is a venomous lizard.
    The Mexican Beaded lizard is the largest venomous lizard in the world -- and some people are buying them as pets!
  • When you're sick, you go to the doctor. What some people don't realize is their pets need a yearly check up just like they do.
    When you're sick, you go to the doctor. What some people don't realize is their pets need a yearly check up just like they do.
  • Pool safety is important for people, but it's certainly just as important for dogs. Check out these quick and easy tips to help keep your pooch swimming safely.
    Pool safety is important for people, but it's certainly just as important for dogs. Check out these quick and easy tips to help keep your pooch swimming safely.
  • Owning a pet can be a big responsibility. Most people don't know what they're in for. So why not volunteer at your local animal shelter and find out?
    Owning a pet can be a big responsibility. Most people don't know what they're in for. So why not volunteer at your local animal shelter and find out?
  • Veterinarians and dog trainers say high chairs and noisy toys can trigger aggressive and playful behavior in your dogs that may cause them to harm your children, even if they don't mean to.
    Veterinarians and dog trainers say high chairs and noisy toys can trigger aggressive and playful behavior in your dogs that may cause them to harm your children, even if they don't mean to.
  • The Cody family might not have expected they'd fall in love with the turtle they got from the pet store in Colorado.
    The Cody family might not have expected they'd fall in love with the turtle they got from the pet store in Colorado.
  • Believe it or not, one such untouchable pet that's gaining popularity is the world's largest spider!
    Believe it or not, one such untouchable pet that's gaining popularity is the world's largest spider!
  • Find out why it's important for your pet to have good dental hygiene.
    Find out why it's important for your pet to have good dental hygiene.
  • Many of us have witnessed the heartbreaking sight of a lost or confused dog running down the street in danger. What can you do to help?
    Many of us have witnessed the heartbreaking sight of a lost or confused dog running down the street in danger. What can you do to help?
  • Cancer isn't just a devastating diagnosis in people - in fact, more than half of pets will get it during their lifetime.
    Cancer isn't just a devastating diagnosis in people - in fact, more than half of pets will get it during their lifetime.
  • Who can resist the pleading eyes and heart-tugging wimpier of a dog begging for food? And you feel even worse when it's someone else's dog. But feeding your dog table scraps can put your dog in serious danger.
    Who can resist the pleading eyes and heart-tugging wimpier of a dog begging for food? And you feel even worse when it's someone else's dog. But feeding your dog table scraps can put your dog in serious danger.
  • Wonderful whiskers give Sammy the Schnauzer his unforgettable look — but those wired hairs are key now that he's blind. Sammy suffers a mysterious disease called SARDS.
    Wonderful whiskers give Sammy the Schnauzer his unforgettable look — but those wired hairs are key now that he's blind. Sammy suffers a mysterious disease called SARDS — sudden acquired retinal degeneration syndrome.
  • Dogs are great — but they're not cheap! In fact, the ASPCA says the average yearly cost for a big dog is about $1,000.
    Dogs are great — but they're not cheap! In fact, the ASPCA says the average yearly cost for a big dog is about $1,000.
  • Animal shelters are full of loveable mutts. But you might be surprised that one out of every four dogs being put up for adoption is purebred! 
    Animal shelters are full of loveable mutts. But you might be surprised that one out of every four dogs being put up for adoption is purebred! Before you run out to pick up that beagle, Pomeranian or Briard, there are some things you need to know.
  • More and more people are choosing rare and unusual animals to keep at home. If you're attracted to neon, this colorful critter just might brighten your day!
    More and more people are choosing rare and unusual animals to keep at home. If you're attracted to neon, this colorful critter just might brighten your day!
  • Playing games like 'fetch' with your dog can be really fun. But did you know it can take some work to get our furry friends to play along? Our pet pro, Luciano Aguilar, explains why.
    Playing games like 'fetch' with your dog can be really fun. But did you know it can take some work to get our furry friends to play along? Our pet pro, Luciano Aguilar, explains why.
  • Dogs are more than just man's best friend - they can also be their personal trainers!
    Dogs are more than just man's best friend - they can also be their personal trainers!
  • Lots of people are terrified of snakes because some species are venomous, but many people don't know much about these creatures.
    Lots of people are terrified of snakes because some species are venomous, but many people don't know much about these creatures.
  • Getting somebody to do something for you often requires an incentive. Well, the same is true with dogs. But how do you know when to reward for the best results? Luciano Aguilar offers his advice.
    Getting somebody to do something for you often requires an incentive. Well, the same is true with dogs. But how do you know when to reward for the best results? Luciano Aguilar offers his advice.
  • If you have allergies but still want a pet, these dog breeds may be the perfect companion!
    If you have allergies but still want a pet, Pet Pro Luciano Aguilar says these dog breeds may be the perfect companion for you!
  • Just the sight of a tarantula can cause some people to freak out. But contrary to popular belief, these large, hairy arachnids are not nearly as harmful as many people think.
    Just the sight of a tarantula can cause some people to freak out. But contrary to popular belief, these large, hairy arachnids are not nearly as harmful as many people think.
  • Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, but how can you tell if a big dog, small dog or maybe one in between is right for your family?
    Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, but how can you tell if a big dog, small dog or maybe one in between is right for your family?

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  • New Pets

    What do you need to know before buying a new pet?
    What do you need to know before buying a new pet?
  • Pet Care

    Find out how to best care for your pet.
    Find out how to best care for your pet.
  • Understand how you grieve and find ways to cope with your loss.
      Understand how you grieve and find ways to cope with your loss.
  • Everything you need to know to make caring for your pet an easy part of your trip.
    Everything you need to know to make caring for your pet an easy part of your trip.
  • Allergic to Pets?

    Following these guidelines can help you coexist with your pet, even if you have allergies.
    For many, the benefits of animal companionship outweigh the drawbacks of pet allergies. Following these guidelines can help you coexist with your pet, even if you have allergies.
  • Whether it's your cat or dog, fish or horse, all beings are influenced by the Stars. Get the real low-down on their behavior.
    Whether it's your cat or dog, fish or horse, all beings are influenced by the Stars. Get the real low-down on their behavior.
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