(PET CARE) We normally associate allergies with sneezing; however, allergies tend to result in skin problems for cats. Read on to learn about the different types of allergies and what you can do to help your cat. — Global Animal
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Dangerous Trend: Fish Pedicures
(ANIMAL NEWS) A new trend from Asia made its debut across countless spas in America and Great Britain in 2008. The unsightly process of a “fish pedicure” involves Garra Ruffa fish, also nicknamed “doctor fish,” who are starved in order for them to gnaw away at the dead skin on your feet. After 15 minutes this process is supposed to leave you with smooth baby skin, but instead some people found themselves left with a bacterial infection. — Global Animal
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Is Your Dog Having Seizures?
(PET CARE) Many pet guardians misdiagnose a dangerous seizure as simple canine idiosyncrasy, like pacing or whining, because they don’t understand how seizures affect animals and how to spot them. When your dog can’t tell you he needs a visit to the doctor, you have to be the one who knows when things are wrong. Being diligent and educated about your pet’s health is just as important as those trips to the dog park. Ciara Black is a Global Animal contributor from the Dog Help Network, a resource for dog health related websites. Read on to learn about how seizures affect dogs, and what you can do to help. — Global Animal
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How Safe Is Your Groomer?
(PET CARE) Thousands of pets are brought to groomers for baths, nail clippings, and fur trims. Rita, an English Bulldog, died last year after apparently being strangled during a grooming session at PetSmart. Read on for Rita’s unfortunate case, and the importance of choosing your groomer wisely. — Global Animal
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Miracle Kitten Defies Doctor’s Orders
(TOUCHING TALES) When animals get sick, their guardians sometimes have to make a tough descision. Lola was a very sick kitten, and the vet recommended that she be put down. Her guardian, Lyndsey Renee, held out hope that the tiny cat would survive, and continued to care for her. Miraculously, little Lola pulled through. Read on to find out how. — Global Animal
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Don’t Go! Dogs With Separation Anxiety
(LIFE WITH PETS) The bond between a dog and a pet guardian is undeniable, but what happens when a dog becomes overly dependent? Ciara Black is a Global Animal contributor from the Dog Help Network, a resource for dog health related websites. Read on to learn about the signs of canine separation anxiety. — Global Animal
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No Such Thing As Better Beef
(FACTORY FARMING) Eating completely sustainable meat doesn’t seem possible. Factory farming is undoubtedly destroying the environment, slaughtering unprecedented amounts of animals, and putting humans at risk of deadly diseases like E. coli and salmonella. However, sustainable farms have their own set of problems. Is this alternative better for the animals? Or is sustainable meat just easier to swallow? — Global Animal
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Purina Nestle Dog Treats Deadly?
(PET HEALTH) The FDA is currently investigating Chinese plants that produce Waggin’ Train and Canyon Creek Ranch dog treats, products of Nestle Purina. There are at least 600 reported cases of illness after dogs consumed chicken jerky treats made in China. However, despite three FDA warnings about jerky products since 2007, no specific products have been recalled. Read on to learn more about this investigation and sign the petition to take these chicken jerky treats off the shelves until they can be proven safe. — Global Animal
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