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High levels of toxic chemicals in pets living near US manufacturing plants | PFAS

Pets living near a PFAS manufacturing plant in Fayetteville, North Carolina have concerning levels of the toxic chemicals in their blood, and show evidence of health effects linked to exposure, new research finds. PFAS were present in all 32 dog and 31 horse blood samples checked, and the findings provide evidence that human and animal …

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How to protect them in Canadian wildfires

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When wildfire smoke turns skies hazy and threatens health with dangerous air quality, people should stay inside as much as possible, but what about their pets? Our four-legged friends can’t wear masks outdoors to protect them from the smoke, but many of them might still need to go outdoors during this time. It’s important to …

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Pets belong inside vehicles when traveling, the SPCA and BC Highway Patrol say

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Sunshine, and plenty of it, is in BC’s forecast for the next week. And few things beat traveling the province during warm weather. However, if you have pets, having them inside your vehicle is the safest place for them. That’s according to the BC SPCA and the BC Highway Patrol, who say seeing dogs in …

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Why do dogs eat grass? And when is it not safe for them? | Dogs

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Have you ever wondered why your dog is eating your beautifully cropped lawn or nibbling on the grass in the dog park? Eating grass is a common behavior in pet dogs. Some surveys show up to 80% of guardians notice their dogs regularly snacking on the grass. Grass eating isn’t a new behavior either, or …

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Pictures of dramatic rescue of pet dog stuck in drainage pipe for 40 hours

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Good Natured Gardening: Plants your pets should not eat

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Ever wonder why little Fifi…Fofo…Fumfum, or whatever you call your pooch, comes into the house and barfs all over your prized Persian rug? Possible causes: car sickness, an infection, food allergies or poisoning, heatstroke, or plant poisoning. It’s interesting what some animals can eat and not be affected. Camels eat thorny cacti, seabirds eat ocean …

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