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04/10/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Is YOUR indoor cat or dog consuming parabens? The preservatives are poisoning pets

Parabens: the dangers posed by these synthetic additives are well documented by now. They’ve been linked to the increased risk of breast cancer and early puberty, as well as reduced sperm levels. As such, manufacturers of cosmetics and personal care products have been trying to phase out parabens from their goods. The same can’t be […]

01/26/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Purple hair dye nearly KILLS family dog… what’s it doing to YOUR health?

A white Maltese mix dog nearly died after someone decided to color her hair purple with dye meant for humans. When the pup arrived at Pinellas County Animal Services, her eyes were swollen shut and her body was covered in severe burns. The five-pound dog, Violet, was also listless and limp. Her burns were so severe, in […]

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 […]

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