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The Health Benefits of Pets, and How to Keep the Balance at Home
Pets can boost activity, ease loneliness and lift our mood. Here's what health agencies say, and the simple habits that keep the whole household healthy. Read more...
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Ringworm in Pets: What It Is and How to Protect Your Family
Despite the name, ringworm is a fungus, not a worm, and it can spread between pets and people. Learn the signs and the simple steps that keep your household safe. Read more...
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Pet Hair on the Couch and Carpet: A Simple Weekly Cleaning Routine
Fur weaves itself into fabric, and dander settles into upholstery. A realistic daily and weekly routine to keep living areas fresh for the whole family. Read more...
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Road Trips With Your Dog: Keeping Your Car Clean and Comfortable
Your dog loves the car. Your car upholstery, less so. A simple before, during and after routine to keep seats fur-free and trips healthy. Read more...
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How to Keep Pet Hair Out of Your Laundry
Tired of pulling fur-covered clothes out of the wash? This simple before, during and after routine keeps pet hair from coming back. Read more...
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Ticks and Fleas: How to Check Your Pet During Grooming
Ticks can bring disease into your home. The CDC explains where ticks hide on pets and how to check daily, and grooming makes it easy. Read more...
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How to Trim Your Dog's Nails at Home Without the Stress
How often to trim, how to avoid the quick, clippers vs grinders, and how to help a nervous dog relax, with a video demo from the ASPCA. Read more...
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Kids and Pets: Simple Hygiene Habits for a Healthy Home
Growing up with pets is wonderful. These health-agency-backed habits help keep little ones safe while they enjoy their furry best friend. Read more...
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Why Picking Up Dog Poop Protects Your Family (and Your Local Waterways)
Dog waste isn't just unpleasant. It can spread roundworms and hookworms to people and pollute local water. Here's why scooping matters and the best ways to dispose of it. Read more...
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Cats, Litter Boxes and Toxoplasmosis: A Guide for Pregnant Pet Parents
Expecting a baby? You don't need to give up your cat. Here's what the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends to lower the risk of toxoplasmosis. Read more...
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When to Wash Your Hands After Touching Pets (CDC Guide)
Even healthy, clean-looking pets can carry germs. Here are the key moments the CDC says to wash your hands, plus extra tips for families with young children. Read more...
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How to Brush Your Cat (Even If They're Not a Fan)
How often to brush short- and long-haired cats, the right technique, what to check for while you groom, plus a video walkthrough from a leading cat welfare charity. Read more...
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Cat Hairballs: Why They Happen and How Brushing Helps
Veterinarians at Cornell explain what causes hairballs, why daily brushing is the best prevention, and which warning signs mean a trip to the vet. Read more...
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Dog Shedding Season: What to Expect and How to Manage It
Why dogs shed more in spring and fall, how often to brush, which tools suit your dog's coat, and when shedding is a sign to see the vet. Read more...
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Pet Allergies at Home: How to Live Comfortably With Your Cat or Dog
A pet allergy doesn't have to mean giving up your furry family member. Here's what doctors recommend to reduce dander and allergens at home. Read more...