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Easy Ways to Support Pet Adoptions

by Lori S. January 26th, 2012 | Pet Adoption
The Humane Society of the United States vividly brings to light the sheer number of animals waiting to be adopted. Consider the following statistic: “6–8 million pets end up in shelters each year; half of those will probably not be adopted.” What can an animal lover do to help these precious animals if you already have a house full of cats and dogs, or if you live in an apartment complex that won’t allow furry friends?

There are several ways to assist with this important cause. By doing one or more of the following things, you can help give a
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Cats and Milk

Is it true cats can be lactose-intolerant? What are the signs?

In this regard, cats are very similar to people. Kittens are born with the enzyme, lactase, which digests the lactose (milk sugar)found in their mother's milk. As cats age, just like people, less and less lactase may be present in the gastrointestinal tract, resulting in the inability to digest lactose and an intolerance to dairy products. Some cats will continue to be able to handle milk with no problems, but others will develop the typical signs of lactose intolerance, namely, the GI symptoms of flatulence, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
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How to Deal with a Bird that Bites

by Anna P. January 24th, 2012 | Birds
Birds are docile animals and that's something that adds to their appeal. But there will be times that your little feathered friend isn't feeling so chummy. Are you feeling the effects of a bird bite? Find out how to stop it from happening.

The first step to solving this issue is to figure out why your pet is biting you. Is her bite more like a nip that doesn't really hurt? Does he show signs of frustration when you're trying to put him in his cage? If the bite is more like the former, chances are your pet is sending
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Freebies for Dog Owners

by Lori S. January 19th, 2012 | Dogs
What can you get for free these days? Not much. Thankfully, there are still freebies available for pet owners, especially dog owners. You just have to look for them. From dog food to T-shirts, those who love canines can score some pretty cool items by investigating such places as local stores and Internet sites.

For example, my local Ace Hardware store offers free samples of dog food. I score one package of each type of food when I go shopping there. I have also gotten dozens of free dog food samples from promotions on the Internet. A few years ago,
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All health and medical information is provided for educational purposes and is not meant to replace the medical advice or treatment of your animal's veterinarian.