LifeLearn News
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Aug 13 2015
August 15 is National Check the Chip Day!
It’s that time of year again – time to check those microchips! In 2009, a study reported that pets arriving at a shelter with microchip identification are much more likely to make…
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Aug 06 2015
Cats and Stress
Just like people, cats can get stressed out – and it’s never a good thing. Cats that are feeling highly stressed for long periods of time can show behavioral changes,…
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Jul 30 2015
Heat Stroke in Dogs, Part 2: Recognizing and Treating Heat Stroke
Last week we talked about preventing heat stroke in dogs. Even if you are doing everything right, it is important for you to recognize the warning signs. Dogs who are…
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Jul 23 2015
Heat Stroke in Dogs, Part 1: Prevention
Heat stroke is a serious concern for dogs. When their body temperature rises from the normal 101.5 degrees to roughly 104 or 105, they lose the ability to regulate their…
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Jul 15 2015
National Pet Fire Safety Day
National Pet Fire Safety Day is on July 15 each year, because according to the National Fire Protection Association, about 1,000 house fires are started by pets every year. This…
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Jul 09 2015
Cats in the Car: Tips on Transporting Your Cat to the Veterinary Hospital
Here’s a quiz for you. Even though there are more cats than dogs in the US, veterinarians see more dogs in their hospitals than cats for which of the following…
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Jul 02 2015
Peanut Butter Warning: Check the Ingredients
Many dogs enjoy peanut butter as an occasional treat, a way to take their medications, or as a puzzle to chew out of a toy. But dog lovers need to…
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Jun 25 2015
Why cat videos are good for you
According to a new study from Indiana University, there’s more to be gained from watching cat videos than a few LOLs. Researchers found that watching cat videos can actually boost…
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Jun 18 2015
Summer travel tips from the dog
Don’t you just love summer vacation? I like the mountains (did I mention I am a 90-pound Labrador Retriever?), but when my people head for the beach, I prefer to…
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Jun 11 2015
Helping Dogs with Thunder Phobia
Why is my dog so terrified of thunder? Fear of loud noises is common in dogs and arises from their natural instinct to survive. When they face a threatening situation…