Cats and dogs are amazing pets to have, but you may be considering something a little more...exotic. Exotic pets may not be as popular as other animals that you are used to seeing as part of a family’s household, but they can be just as fun, rewarding, and easy to form bonds with!
Birds, for example, are highly intelligent animals that can be taught to or vocalize. Turtles, if provided the proper habitat and dietary requirements, can be another great addition to your home with their unique personalities. Reptiles are quiet, low-maintenance, scaly friends that can also offer you companionship without all the hassle. Read more below to discover what type of care each of these animals needs and if they’re right for you.
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December Newsletter: Cold Weather Tips for Your Pets
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Are your pets ready for winter weather?
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December Newsletter: Pets and the Holidays: What to Know before Feeding Your Pet Table Scraps
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Could holiday table scraps cause health woes for your pets?
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November Newsletter: How arthritis can affect your pet
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Could your pet have arthritis?
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November Newsletter: National animal shelter appreciation week
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Looking for ways to support your local animal shelter?
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Three Reasons to Always Microchip Your Pets
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Wondering if microchipping is right for your pet?
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Bad Breath Can Indicate Your Pet Needs Dental Care
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Could bad breath mean that your pet has a dental issue?
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Happy Cat Month
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How will you honor your cat during Happy Cat Month?
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Beware of Ticks this Fall
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Do you know how to protect your pet from ticks?
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How to Tell When Your Cat Is Sick
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Not sure if your cat is sick? Take a look at these signs.
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Vet Care Doesn't Have to Break the Bank; Pet Insurance
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Wondering if pet insurance is a good idea?
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Human vs Pet Medications: Why You Should Never Share Medicine with Your Pets
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Could your medications harm your pets?
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Ways to Take the Stress Out of Your Pet's Next Veterinary Visit
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Does your pet dread veterinary visits?
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Signs on Heatstroke: Keep Your Pets Safe This Summer
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Do you know how to protect your pet from heatstroke?
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Why Heartworm Protection Is Necessary for All Pets
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Is your pet protected against heartworm?
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Cat-Safe House Plants
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Not sure which house plants are safe for your cat? Take a look at our list.
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Feline Skin Allergy Symptoms and Care
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Has scratching become your cat's favorite activity? A skin allergy may be to blame.
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The Next Step
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Living With Your Pet, Saying Goodbye
The grieving process includes accepting the reality of your loss, accepting that the loss and accompanying feelings are painful, and adjusting to your new life that no longer includes your pet.
How do I tell my family?
Family members usually are already aware of a pet's problems. However, you should
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Battling Canine Cancer
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Video Newsroom, Health Topics
Every day, Cindy Fleischner lines up her crew of cuddly canines for breakfast. As the four other dogs eat, Cindy pulls Katy, her 12 year old Shepherd mix aside for a peanut butter treat. Katy is battling lymphoma and this treat hides her daily dose of chemotherapy drugs. Katy is not alone in this war.
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Gastroenteritis in Pets
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Lengthy bouts of vomiting and diarrhea can be a sign that your pet has gastroenteritis, a common condition that occurs when the lining of the stomach and intestines becomes irritated. Since frequent diarrhea and vomiting can lead to dehydration, a visit to the veterinarian is a good idea if you notice
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What You Need to Know About Antibiotics
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Using antibiotics incorrectly may harm, rather than help, your pet.
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Training Tips for Your Pets
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Has training your pet been a frustrating experience? These training tips may help.
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World Rabies Day
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Has your pet's rabies vaccine expired? Update it during World Rabies Day on September 28.
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8 Common Reasons Why Your Dog is Snoring
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Do you know why your dog snores?
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Becoming a Service Dog: Training and Temperament Are Key Factors
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Service dogs help thousands of disabled Americans become more independent. The first service dogs guided visually impaired people, but today, the dogs assist people who have a variety of disabilities, ranging from hearing loss to seizures to cerebral palsy. Before a dog can become a service animal, it
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How to Make Vet Visits a More Pleasant Experience for Your Pet
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Does your pet dislike visiting the vet? These tips may make visits less stressful.
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Should Your Dog Wear a Backpack?
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Thinking about buying a backpack for your dog? Consider these factors before you visit the pet store.
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Secondhand Smoke Affects Pets Too
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The effects of secondhand smoke on people are well-documented. Exposure to tobacco smoke causes a variety of serious health problems, including stroke, heart disease, and lung cancer, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Not surprisingly, secondhand smoke also increases the risk
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Identifying Dementia in Senior Dogs
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Have you noticed changes in your older dog's behavior?
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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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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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Wondering what to do if your pet eats grass? Take a look at a few ideas.
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Euthanasia: Saying Goodbye
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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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Don't have any plans for National Pet Month? Try a few of these ideas.
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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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How old is your pet? Taking a look at your furry friend's mouth can provide some clues.
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