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Samoyed mother dog nursing large litter of puppies

Everything You Need To Know About Dog Litter Sizes

On average, dogs will have about five or six puppies per litter, but plenty of…

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Everything You Need to Know About Cataracts In Dogs

If your dog has a cloudy eye, they may have cataracts. Treating cataracts early with…

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Can Cats Be Gay? What About Dogs?

Same-sex behaviors like grooming, cuddling or humping – can dogs be gay? Let's explore, the…

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How Far Can Your Cat Smell? Everything You Need to Know About Your Cat’s Sense of Smell

Not only do cats have a very strong sense of smell, they have a secret…

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Can Dogs Actually Feel Embarrassed?

Humans often project how we think a dog should feel onto dogs. So we asked…

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10 Reasons Why Cats Run Away From Home & What You Can Do

If your cat runs away, it can be a distressing situation. Here are the most…

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A Japanese man living in Kyoto is having a wonderful time with her dog, a border collie, during a walk. The dog expresses affection.

What Is an Alpha Dog? The Dominance Myth that Your Dog Wants You to Forget

You've likely heard of the alpha dog theory, but do you know the implications of…

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How Smart Are Cats? Plus Other Fun Facts About Cat Brains

Ever wondered how smart your cat is? What about object permanance, dreams, memory? We explore…

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How To Recognize And Manage Your Dog’s Resource Guarding

Resource guarding can cause problems when it becomes a safety issue—but we've got training tips…

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All About Polydactyl Cats: The Cats With ‘Mitten’ Paws

Polydactyl cats have six or more toes on at least one paw. Learn why so…

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10 Calmest Dog Breeds Who Have Plenty Of Chill

Searching for a dog to relax with? Experts share 10 of the calmest dog breeds…

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How Long Can You Leave Cats or Kittens Alone?

Cats may be independent, but they still need care and attention before you leave them…

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