Lifestyles & Trends - Pets

Cut pet care costs with DIY dog grooming

In today's economy, people are looking for ways to cut spending wherever possible. And while we all love our furry and four-legged friends, the cost of pet care can range anywhere from $700 to $3,000 per year. Lucky for dog owners, there are plenty of opportunities to shave costs. A good place to start is to get grooming - at home, that is. Here are three tips to keep your canine looking good from head to tail without spending an arm and a leg.

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The dirty truth about fleas

Did you know that for every flea you see, there could be a much bigger problem hiding in the bedding, carpets, furniture and floorboards of your home? To truly prevent an infestation, you must break the flea life cycle. And that means killing flea eggs and larvae before they become adults.

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Welcome a new pet into your home with these tips

Bringing a new pet home is an exciting experience but requires some preparation. That adorable, ball of energy covered in fur will interact with just about every inch of living space and your life is about to be enriched in ways you've never dreamed possible.

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Your dog's good looks start from the inside out

Let's face it - when it comes to a dog's looks, people often think that theirs is the most gorgeous they've ever seen. They hold their head high on walks around the block, and think no dog at the park stands a chance against their pooch's appearance. But constant grooming and doggie outfits can only go so far - real beauty lies in a dog's overall health. After all, inner health equates to real outer beauty.

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U.S. pets getting sicker; decline in vet visits blamed

It shouldn't be a surprise that, while veterinary care appointments have been declining, incidents of pet diseases have increased. In particular, totally preventable diseases are on the increase.

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