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Do Dogs Dream?
Education

Do Dogs Dream? Harvard and MIT Experts Weigh In

*Estimated Read Time: 6 min 18 sec
We can’t communicate with animals in the same way as humans. Anything we know about their sleep is simply theoretical. Have you ever wondered if all the running your dog does while snoozing is normal? Or if dogs REALLY dream? Read here to find out what the experts have to say.

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What Does Mange Mean for Your Pets?
Education

What Does Mange Mean for Your Pets?

*Estimated Read Time: 7 min 31 sec
If you are an animal lover, you have most likely heard the word ‘mange’ at some point or other. Maybe you are familiar with it, and maybe you are not! Either way, it may end up affecting your family members. Let’s take a closer look at what all the fuss is about.

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What You Should Know About Toxic Foods for Dogs
Emotional Support Animal

What You Should Know About Toxic Foods for Dogs

*Estimated Read Time: 7 min 32 sec. The popular adage goes, “you are what you eat.” We, as humans, understand this warning for our bodies. We know that fitting into last season’s bathing suit usually means declining those morning donuts or that tantalizing side of fries.

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What to Expect from a Service Dog in Training
Psychiatric Service Dog

What to Expect from a Service Dog in Training

*Estimated Read Time: 7 min 26 sec
A Service Dog is specifically trained to perform work for an individual with a disability. The service they provide helps the handler regain the freedom to fully participate in daily life.
While in training, Service Dogs will likely make mistakes. If you’re new to the arena, it’s good to know what to expect from a Service Dog in training.

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Does Time Change Affect Dogs?
Pet information

Does Time Change Affect Dogs?

*Estimated Read Time: 5 min 53 sec
Each November and March our natural circadian rhythms are thrown into exile. We know how humans feel about the lost and found hours of daylight savings time simply because we can say so. But does time change affect dogs? Our furry friends can’t vocalize it, but they certainly feel it all the same!

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Ragdoll cat
Emotional Support Animal

What Makes Ragdoll Cats the Best ESA Kittens?

*4 minutes, 43 seconds

When it comes to deciding on an emotional support animal, cat personalities are a huge factor to consider. There are plenty of cat breeds out there that are known for their aggression and preference for being left alone most hours of the day if not all the time.

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Discrimination Feature
Education

Managing Service Dog Discrimination

*Estimated Read Time : 8 min 4 sec
One group of people who are accustomed to the injustices of discrimination is the disabled community. The ADA and other organizations have worked tirelessly to help, but Service Dog owners still face harsh realities as society fumbles to interact. Let’s take a closer look at what can be done to manage this major issue.

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Cute cats on pinterest
Emotional Support Animal

Cute Cats on Pinterest (& Why They Are Emotional Service Animals Too)

*Estimated Read Time: 5 min, 30 sec
When it comes to animals on Pinterest, it’s not hard to understand why cute cats tickle our minds and win our hearts. After all, few of us can resist the urge to scroll through pins of cats on Pinterest on a particularly dull Friday afternoon in the office?

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orangey the cat
Emotional Support Animal

Orangey, the Cat Who Won Hearts in Breakfast

*Estimated Read Time: 6 min, 30 sec

We believe that cats are much more than pets.

They are more like family members—and in many cases, they play a huge role in our lives as emotional support animals!

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Everything You Need to Know About Puppy Bowl XVIII
News

Everything You Need to Know About Puppy Bowl XVIII

*Estimated Read Time: 6 min 17 sec
What time is it? It’s Puppy Bowl time! Never heard of it? Well then, you’re in for a treat. Mark your calendars for one of the year’s biggest upcoming weekends in canine and NFL fandoms alike. Learn everything you need to know about Puppy Bowl XVIII before the event, right here!

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