Can you spot the signs of feline flu?
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You’ve heard of a pocket watch, but what about a pocket pet? That’s right, a pocket pet is a small, furry little pet that can fit straight in your pocket! The pets that fall into this category are animals like rats, hamsters, hedgehogs, gerbils, and their slighter larger counterparts such as chinchillas, or guinea pigs. While these pets may not require daily walks or get excited about belly rubs, they’re still fun and unique animals.
Before you decide to go out and purchase a pocket pet, it’s important that you know what type of living arrangement it needs, what it eats, if it needs exercise, and what type of veterinary care may be necessary. Each of the tiny pets listed above should be cared for just as traditional pets. To learn more about each of these pocket pets, read the articles below.
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Could Those Sniffles Be a Symptom of the Feline Flu?
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How to Help Your Cat Get More Exercise
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When's the last time your cat worked out? Daily exercise can help keep your furry friend healthy.
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9 Reasons Your Cat May Be Losing Weight
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Does your cat look thinner than usual? One of these nine reasons may explain why your cat is losing weight.
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The Canine Genome and DNA Testing
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Have you ever looked at your adopted dog with its short legs, shaggy hair and brown spot encircling one eye, and wondered what dog breeds are in there? Now that science has decoded the DNA of dogs, science can tell us many things. Harvard and MIT programs unraveled the canine DNA sequence in 2006, which
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What to Do If Your Pet Eats Grass
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Euthanasia: Saying Goodbye
Category: Newsletter Library, Recognizing Illness
It's not easy to say goodbye to cherished pets, even those that have lived long, happy lives. Although you may hate the thought of life without your pet, euthanasia can be the kindest decision you can make when your friend is suffering. Making the Decision If your pet has been seriously injured in a
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How to Celebrate Your Pet During National Pet Month
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Managing Pet Allergies in Kids
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Are you concerned that your child's allergies may mean that you will have to give up your pet? Although rehoming a pet may be necessary if allergies are severe, most children can live with pets if you are willing to make a few changes. The Problem About three in 10 people who have allergies are allergic
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How to Tell A Pet's Age from Its Teeth
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Cat Food Labels: What Nutritional Facts and Ingredients to Look For
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First Aid Basics for Pet Owners
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What You Can Do to Protect Your Dog from Worms
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How to Pet-Proof Your Home
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Does Your Cat Need a Bath?
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How Healthy Are Your Pet's Teeth?
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What Your Cat's Eyes Can Tell You
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