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Passive Smoking Is Dangerous for Pets

If you smoke at home, you could be putting your pets at risk for cancer. A 2002 study showed that cats exposed to second-hand smoke were twice as likely to develop the disease. If they were exposed for five years or more, the risk tripled. Cats are at risk because the smoke clings to their […]
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Water Toxicity in Dogs

It’s hard to believe, but your dog can actually drink too much water. Water intoxication, while rare, can cause hyponatremia, a condition which can be life-threatening due to low sodium levels. Playing in the water for long periods, drinking from hoses and sprinklers too long can be hazardous to your dog. When too much water […]
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Dogs and Illegal Drugs

Dogs will ingest just about anything, including things that are not good for them. Marijuana is not a substance you want your dog to get into. The active ingredient in marijuana is Tetrahydrocannibinol (THC). THC is found in the leaves and flowers of the cannabis plant. Hashish also contains THC and is extracted in the […]