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Pet Turtles Carry Salmonella Jun. 25, 2026
Q: Our son wants to adopt a turtle from his friend, who has become bored with his pet. Is there any ... Read More
The Persistence of Rainbows Jun. 20, 2026
Do you know how rainbows are made? Sure, most of us remember third-grade science, prisms dancing fro... Read More
Nutrition News Over the Years Jun. 19, 2026
I've written this weekly column for more than 30 years, starting when I was a reporter for the State... Read More
Puppy's Hernia Needs Surgical Repair Jun. 18, 2026
Q: Rosie, our pit bull puppy, has a soft lump where her belly button should be. When we push on it, ... Read More
Vitamin C for Your Muscles Jun. 12, 2026
Those of us over 30 lose approximately 3% to 8% of our skeletal muscle mass each decade, and more ov... Read More
Cats' Tails Tell Tales Jun. 11, 2026
Q: I am about to adopt a cat, my first. I want to understand what my new cat is trying to tell me th... Read More
Foods and Depression Jun. 05, 2026
It may come as a surprise, but what we choose to eat can affect our mood. And as we head into the ho... Read More
Canine Influenza Very Contagious Jun. 04, 2026
Q: My dog's annual physical is coming up soon, and my veterinarian is sure to recommend the flu shot... Read More
Quality Plants May. 29, 2026
I've been around long enough to remember when vegetarian diets were all the rage. Now we call them p... Read More
2-Pound Kittens Ready For Vaccinations May. 28, 2026
Q: I found a litter of kittens and want to give them away to good homes. How do I determine their ag... Read More
Weight Loss by the Numbers May. 22, 2026
When I see someone serious about losing weight, they typically have a habit of tracking their calori... Read More
Guinea Pigs Need Vitamin C in Diet May. 21, 2026
Q: Next month, my daughter's friend will move away and give us her guinea pig. Miss Piggy will be ou... Read More
Whole Grains for Health May. 15, 2026
Keep the whole grains coming. Not only do they help with diabetes, but new research finds they may i... Read More
Powerful Fruits and Vegetables May. 14, 2026
Q: My elderly mother, who lives on her own nearby, has a cat named Emmy whom she adores. My mother i... Read More
Powerful Fruits and Vegetables May. 08, 2026
I think we're still learning how important adding fruits and vegetables can be to our health. The U... Read More
Unsteady Heartbeat May Be Normal In Dog May. 07, 2026
Q: I adopted a pit bull who had lost one ear in the fighting ring, so I named him van Gogh. He is a ... Read More
Whole Grains and Health May. 01, 2026
I'm learning more and more about the importance of including whole grains in our diet. A recently re... Read More
Shelter Cat Less Expensive Than 'Free' Cat Apr. 30, 2026
Q: I am ready to get a cat. During the upcoming "kitten season," there will be plenty of free kitten... Read More
Healthy Diet, Healthy Baby Apr. 24, 2026
We know that what we eat matters. The right foods can also help promote a healthy pregnancy. That's ... Read More
Many Reasons Dogs Prefer Certain People Apr. 23, 2026
Q: Our dog Pearl seems to prefer my wife to me, and that hurts my feelings. Do you know why? Can I d... Read More
