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Jun 6, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Jordyn Alger |Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
Click to Skip Ahead Cleaning SuppliesTreats and Toy SuppliesInformation to ProvideWhat to Expect at the VetYour puppy’s first vet visit is a crucial first step toward a good quality of life since it establishes a relationship with a trusted vet and puts your puppy on track for receiving preventative care later in life. The first vet visit is not an opportunity that you want to squander. Vet visits can be nerve-wracking for you and your puppy, especially when you don’t know what to expect.
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May 29, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Kathryn Copeland |Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
When you love your cat as much as you do, it can be quite scary when they start doing something unexpected, like coughing or gagging after drinking water. There are several reasons for this behavior, many of which are nothing to worry about. That said, certain health conditions might also cause it, so it’s essential to understand the source to ensure that your cat is healthy and safe.
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Mar 14, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Ashley Bates |Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
It’s no secret that our parrots love grains. So, of all of the terrific grains they have to choose from, are they allowed to enjoy oatmeal? The answer seems to be a resounding yes, from all the sources that we could find! Parrots can enjoy oatmeal in moderation. However, there are some things to consider. We’re going to go over all of the details in this article. Oats vs. Oatmeal: Is There a Difference? You might think that oats and oatmeal are one and the same.
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Mar 8, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
Your canine companion deserves a treat every now and again (or all the time, according to them), so dog treats are handy to have lying around. There are dozens upon dozens of brands of dog treats you can choose from though, so how do you know you’re getting the best dog treat for your pup? What are you supposed to be looking for in dog treats? After all, you want your pet to enjoy them, but you also want them to be at least a bit healthy for your dog, too.
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Mar 8, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Elizabeth Gray |Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
With a deep green color that’s impossible to ignore, matcha is found as an ingredient in everything from smoothies to ice cream to lattes. If you’re a dog owner sold on the health benefits of matcha, you might wonder if it’s okay for your pup to partake in this food as well. Unless suggested by your veterinarian, dogs shouldn’t eat matcha due to the high caffeine content, as well as the theobromine that it contains.
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Mar 8, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Genevieve Dugal |Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
If you feel like chewing on sugar cane, the worst that will happen is that you’ll need to give your teeth a really good clean and you’ll need some dental floss to dislodge any fibrous residue stuck in your teeth! However, while this tall tropical grass may not pose much of a threat to your health (if chewed on infrequently), is the same true for your loyal canine friend? Sugar cane—like any form of sugar—is not inherently toxic to dogs, but that doesn’t mean it’s a wise addition to their diet.
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Mar 7, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Annaliese Morgan |Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
Hamsters are common small pets kept by many families across the world. While there are thought to be at least 19 different species of hamster, only around 5 of these are kept as domestic pets. Whichever kind of hamster you keep, you should know what snacks you can safely give them, and which are not recommended. Not all human foods are safe for our pocket pals, but fortunately, if you are wondering if radishes are, then you’re in the right place.
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Mar 7, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Annaliese Morgan |Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
Indoor birds are popular pets and some members of the order Psittaciformes, which contains approximately 400 species of parrots, are often the top choices for a pet bird. They are beautiful, colorful and intelligent creatures that require a diet as similar to the one they would eat in the wild as possible. This is no easy feat given that diets vary greatly between parrot species, throughout the year and throughout a species’ lifetime.
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Mar 7, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Genevieve Dugal |Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
The term “booger” often tends to make people laugh, especially kids! But when it comes to our beloved pets, this word doesn’t always equate to goofy and charming memories. In fact, noticing a few boogers around your cat’s nose can be a little distressing. However, if your cat has black boogers, there’s usually no reason to panic. Most of the time, it is simply dried nasal mucus, mixed with a bit of dirt.
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Mar 6, 2024 | 
hepper.com | Ashley Bates |Alice Athow-Frost |Bvm Bvs Mrcvs
We all love our parakeets because they’re so cute and funny to watch. But since they are significantly smaller than their larger parrot counterparts, they get cold more easily. For the purpose of this article we will be looking specifically at Rose-Ringed parakeets (Psittacula krameri). These tropical birds are native to Central Africa and some parts of Asia, and prefer a consistently warm area to thrive.
