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Video Extortion, Hoax or Genuine Concern?

The vast majority of YouTube viewers who found and viewed the video "WARNING Wellness Pet Food!" believed it was a hoax, or worse, an extortion attempt. After 89,000 plus views, the consensus seems to be it's some form of hoax, as hundreds voted thumbs down. The comments were equally damning:

• "I have been feeding this for years and never saw anything…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on March 21, 2012 at 10:30pm — No Comments

Avoiding Health Problems for Your Dog With Nutrition



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(Posted by Nic Marshall on behalf of…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on March 14, 2012 at 6:30pm — 1 Comment

Cat Nutrition: Feeding a Raw Cat Diet for Health

Above: A cat's natural diet is raw meat, fish, chicken. Processed or dry foods may contribute to many feline health issues.…

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Added by Susan Riker on March 12, 2012 at 6:00pm — 1 Comment

Alternative Health Care: Robin - A Canine Cancer Survivor's Story

By Susan Rowney



Receiving a diagnosis of cancer can be devastating news for any dog owner. Understanding that there is a quickly-advancing, life-threatening condition present many times has pet owners grieving prematurely while they accept this news and try to decide what to do about it.…

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Added by Susan Rowney on February 19, 2012 at 9:23pm — 2 Comments

Cat Care: Inappropriate Urination in Cats: Steps to Stopping This Unwanted Habit



By Lynnie



Pets. They give us their unconditional love, and they're frequently considered to be members of the family, like our children. Unfortunately, just like children, cats and other pets can cause a lot of damage to our personal property.



Inappropriate urination is…

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Added by Lynnie on February 19, 2012 at 2:56pm — 2 Comments

Dog Care: Practical Foot wear and Clothing for Dogs is Not Just a Fashion Statement

Above: Casual Canine X-treme Weather Dog Boots





Member Post By Rosemary Heinz



Dog foot wear and clothing for dogs seem to be a fashion…

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Added by Rosemary Heinz on February 19, 2012 at 1:30pm — 1 Comment

Dog Nutrition: The Importance of Home Made Dog Food



By Kate Rae



With so much conflicting information about pet food available today, home made pet food is becoming a more popular choice of pet owners. Of course we all want to feed our canine and feline friends the best food possible, giving them the best nutrition possible. The…

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Added by Kate Rae on February 19, 2012 at 1:18pm — 2 Comments

Attention: Crazy Cat Ladies in Training! Managing the Multi Cat Household



By Auntie Jazz



Attention crazy cat ladies in training: taking care of a multi-cat household can be hard! Whether your house is full of cats because you just love them so much, or because you have multiple roommates who all own cats, adjusting…

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Added by Auntie Jazz on February 2, 2012 at 12:29am — 2 Comments

"Snowy" brought her owner good luck as well as lots of joy

Leopard cats are native to India, where they are becoming more rare. 

My Leopard Cat Snowy

By Gaurav Ji

This is a true story of my cat Snowy. Snowy was of the species of leopard cat found here in India. She was slightly white and grey in color, with…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on January 25, 2012 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Dog Nutrition: Avoiding Grains in the Elder Years

Above: Dogs who are overweight are prone to many health-related issues, but in senior years it can be a critical health issue, particularly in the onset of hip issues and arthritis, and heart problems. Don't over love your dog to the point of obesity.

By Jenn Young



The senior…

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Added by Jenn Young on January 22, 2012 at 11:00am — 1 Comment

Alternative Health Care: Alternative Cancer Care for Your Dog With Herbal Treatments

By Maggie Linn



Today, dogs and cats are living longer than ever, in part due to the many advances made in veterinary medicine to keep them healthier. Many human procedures and treatment options are available to pets that never were before, making a definite impact in expected…

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Added by Maggie Linn on January 19, 2012 at 7:30pm — 1 Comment

Gymie, the love of my life

By Peter Slacko

I had a dog named Gymie. I have thousands of memories of Gymie, memories that will never part with me. I still remember the day when I brought Gymie home. From a distance people thought I was carrying a ball of cotton in my hand. He was a mongrel, pure white in color with furry hairs all over his body. I called him the world’s loveliest dog, and he certainly was. Instantly he became a part of our family, though my parents were a bit reluctant in the beginning as they…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 28, 2011 at 5:42pm — No Comments

Boxer pup honoured for saving family from gas explosion

Ollie the Boxer is the latest recipient of Scout & Zoe's Exceptional Canine Award

Scout & Zoe’s Natural Antler Dog Chews is honoring a 6-month-old Boxer pup who saved Christmas—and his family—by detecting a…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 22, 2011 at 3:34pm — No Comments

Dog Care: How much would you spend on a sick pet?

by Becca Chow

Most pet owners take the responsibilty of their pet's health very seriously. A pet is not just an animal; he is a valuable family member. Some owners will drain their bank account to do whatever interventions are needed while to others, a sick pet is a commitment of…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 20, 2011 at 3:00pm — 1 Comment

Tips for pet owners to keep your home organized

Tips to organize your home for pets and the messes they create are now part of all the helpful advice offered at the home organization website Organization Make Sense.

The research is pretty…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 19, 2011 at 7:28pm — No Comments

Top 6 Ways To Make This A Happy and HEALTHY Holiday For Your Dog: Expert Advice from The Green Leaf Pet Resort & Hotel

The holiday season means food, family, fun—and a lot of activity. As you go about your holiday celebrations, though, please remember how your four-legged best friends experience the holidays. These tips, developed by The Green Leaf Pet Resort & Hotel (…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 14, 2011 at 6:41pm — No Comments

Best Friends Animal Society Launches ‘Acclaimed Ambassador’ Program; Celebrities to Help Homeless Pets in USA

The program, in which celebrities from all walks of life lend their name to Best Friends Animal Society’s national work on behalf of homeless pets, is in full swing with the introduction of its own web site and ambassadors will be at work on many projects in 2012.

Best Friends Animal Society, one of America’s best-known animal welfare organizations, announces its new Acclaimed Ambassadors…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 14, 2011 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Dog heroes of 2011

One of the many books chronicling heroic behaviour of dogs.

Rebecca Chenowet



Dog heroes come in all shapes and sizes, from noble purebreds to lovable mutts. Dogs have long fascintated us with their loyalty, devotion, and compassion.  Anyone can recognize the goofy good nature of…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 9, 2011 at 4:30pm — 2 Comments

Helping your pets go green: Arcanatura offers sustainable healthcare products for dogs, cats and horses

There are over 200 million pets in America. Their environmental impact on the planet is often greatly underestimated. Arcanatura produces high-end, organic products for dogs, cats and horses that aim to reduce the extreme environmental impact pets have on our planet, while promoting holistic, alternative…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 7, 2011 at 6:31pm — 1 Comment

Dog Boogie iPhone App makes owning a dog more fun than ever

A new iPhone app for dog lovers is packed full of dog-centric features that mix technology with good old fashioned fun! Pet parents can now immortalize memorable moments with their dog and share experiences among other dog owners using advanced social networking features.

Dog Boogie is the ultimate app for dog owners, from DogTown Media LLC. The highly interactive app, now available for free on the App Store, was created to enhance the relationship between pet owners and their four…

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Added by Nic Marshall, Editor Dog and Cat on December 6, 2011 at 6:45pm — 1 Comment

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