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Is Helium Safe for Dogs? The Truth Behind the Fun

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Helium can seem like a fun thing to do to your dog, but you should be extremely cautious. While the gas itself is inert and doesn’t directly harm, the effect of what it does can be fatal. Here’s why. Helium might seem harmless due to its common presence in parties and celebrations, but its effect … Read more

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Why Do Cats Jump High When Scared? (the simple truth)

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Cats are great hunters and explosive animals. We’ve seen them jump high when scared, we wondered why they jump so high when they get startled. They rely on ambush and escaping danger, which they adapted through evolution. Because of this, cats will often jump instead of running or standing their ground. A deep-rooted instinctive reaction, … Read more

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Will My Cat Remember Me After Several Months?

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Every cat is unique and may respond in various ways depending on your relationship, personality, and flexibility. Your cat will be alright for the most part and will remember when you return. It may take a few days for them to warm up to you, but snacks and chin scratches can help. Do Cats Remember … Read more

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How to Deal With Neighbor Antagonizing Your Dog?

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Having your neighbor harassing your dog can be tricky when you’re unsure of what you can do and your legal rights. The best action will depend on the situation, state laws, and the dog’s typical behavior. The first thing you should do is talk to your neighbor. If that fails, consider legal action. Film them … Read more

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Why Aren’t Dobermans Used as Police Dogs?

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Dobermans can look aggressive, protective, and fit, but the police don’t generally use them. Why is that? Police don’t use Dobermans because of many reasons. Some of those include a sense of smell not being as good as with other police dogs (such as German Shepherds). They also tend to have mental health issues, many … Read more

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Why Does My Cat Have Black Spots on Paws?

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Most cats are born with pink pads on their paws. As they age, the pads change color, often to black, and you may see black spots. So, what exactly are these markings? Black spots on a cat’s paws are usually just skin pigmentation. Pink pads are common in light-colored cats, black pads in black cats, … Read more

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Why Do Babies Laugh at Dogs?

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Sometimes babies laugh so much at dogs that we begin to wonder if there is a specific reason for that. Since it’s generally easy to make babies laugh, and dogs are always so amusing and weird-looking, babies laugh at them. Interacting with dogs can also increase serotonin and dopamine levels, which are the chemical building … Read more

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Why Do Cats Steal Other Cats’ Kittens? (mystery revealed)

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We’ve all heard intriguing tales from the world of felines, and one of the most puzzling is cats seemingly ‘abducting’ the young ones of their kin. But before you jump to any conclusions, it’s essential to dig deeper and understand the multifaceted nature of these captivating creatures. Why Would a Cat Steal a Kitten From … Read more

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Can Cats Be Born With Rabies?

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Rabies is a virus that infects the brain and nerves. It’s a severe disease, and it’s natural to worry whether your pets will get it, especially kittens. Can they be born with it, though? Kittens would almost certainly not be born with rabies because the placenta does an excellent job of keeping maternal and fetal … Read more