Sometimes the best medicine is snuggles from your fur baby. But what do you do if your pet has an incurable disease? Here are some tips to allow you both to live your best lives.
Pets
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While you may already take your pets to the vet regularly, here are three health tips that vets encourage all pet parents to follow:
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Looking to adopt a furry friend in this year? Check out Memphis Pets Alive!, a nonprofit dedicated to saving shelter animals.
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As dogs age, they often deal with many of the same ailments that older humans endure, like arthritis, back and neck pain, diabetes and other causes of chronic pain. Medications and supplements can help, but acupuncture can also be a good option to control pain in older dogs.
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Pets can help seniors’ health by lowering blood pressure, boosting their moods and keeping them active.
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Cute kids and cute animals—it sounds like the perfect combination, right? Shelby County Schools and the Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County sure think so.
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People often focus on training their dogs, but many don’t realize they can train cats, too. Working with your kittens while they’re still young can build their confidence, help them feel safe and prevent future behavior problems.
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Calling all Memphis cat lovers! If you haven’t visited Mewtopia Cat Rescue, you’re missing out. And if you’re not a cat lover, you just haven’t met the right one. Mewtopia provides a haven for homeless, abused and abandoned kitties. Whether you’re looking to adopt or just share a cuddle, Mewtopia is the place.