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09/10/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Chickens that drink untreated water don’t grow as fast as poultry given clean water

Cutting corners when it comes to husbandry may seem like a tempting idea at first – especially for the beginner. However, smart preppers and experienced poultry farmers understand the importance of clean water in raising healthy and safe-for-eating chickens. This was recently validated with an experimental study published in OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, which looked at […]

08/17/2017 / By S.D. Wells

Top 10 ways to prevent your pets from getting cancer and dying young

One out of every three Americans will get cancer in their lifetime, and only half of those victims will survive it, so how are our pets any different? Cancer barely existed in America a century ago, and that’s because we didn’t process food with chemicals then, and we didn’t have chemical-based medicine then, and we […]

08/14/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Now having a pet causes climate change, according to science alarmists… is “pet shaming” next?

You recycle religiously, you ride your bike to work, you bring reusable bags to the grocery store, and you wouldn’t dream of littering. You’re doing your part to help the environment, right? Well, if you happen to have a pet, science alarmists think there is more you could be doing to help the planet. That’s […]

08/09/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Study reveals that pet cats and dogs account for 30 percent of meat consumption in the U.S.

A new study has shed light on the ecological impact of America’s pet cats and dogs. The meat-eating habits of the 163 million cats and dogs in the United States contribute the equivalent of 64 million tons of carbon dioxide-equivalent methane and nitrous oxide annually. Moreover, they account for 25 to 30 percent of the […]

06/26/2017 / By Tracey Watson

Medical marijuana an instant hit for PET HEALTH

While all marijuana use remains illegal at the federal level, there is no question that its use for medicinal purposes is booming countrywide. With medical marijuana now legal in 29 states plus Washington, D.C., more and more people are discovering its myriad health benefits for themselves. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not approved […]

06/09/2017 / By Bridgette Wilcox

Could your pet be your new probiotic?

If you’re considering getting a pet, here’s another reason to do so: New research suggests that pets — dogs in particular — balance the good and bad bacteria in a home by boosting the diversity of indoor microbes. This essentially turns them into a probiotic that boosts the immune system and positively affects gut bacteria. […]

05/25/2017 / By Bridgette Wilcox

GRRRRR: Study reveals that dogs can talk to humans

If you sometimes feel like you and your dog are having actual conversations, you may not be so far off-track. A new study has shown that dogs have a way of making humans understand what they mean to say with their barks and growls, allowing them to communicate with their humans on a level much […]

03/20/2017 / By Thomas Dishaw

Pet clothing said to be responsible for rise in canine skin problems

Many pet owners feel like their dogs are people too, which in part explains why the phenomenon of dressing our pets up has become increasingly popular over the years. In 2015, an astounding $350 million was spent on Halloween pet costumes alone. The pet apparel industry has become so huge, that even high-end designers like Ralph […]

03/18/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Millennial women are opting out of babies, raising pets instead of children

Having children can be one of life’s greatest joys. Raising them might be hectic at times, but it is also very rewarding. The decision of whether or not to have children can be quite personal, and there are a number of reasons that couples who are able to conceive might nevertheless decide to forego expanding […]

12/09/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Six healthy people foods pets can’t eat

It’s hard not to want to share food with your pet, especially healthy foods. But not all things that are good for humans are good for pets. Here’s a list of six foods that you should never give your pet: Dairy products: Though cats and dogs are known for loving milk and cheese, it may […]

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