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Did you know that there are more than 20,000 types of butterflies worldwide? Their wings span can range from 1/2 inch to 11 inches. Most of them in their adult stage can live from a week to nearly a year, depending on the species.

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National K9 Veterans Day, March 13, is a day set aside to honor commemorate the service and sacrifices of American military and working dogs throughout history.

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Supplementing your cat’s diet with probiotics can help to keep their digestive tract balanced with an array of good bacteria. https://www.eastshorevet.com/posts/why-does-your-cat-drink-more-water-than-usual

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According to feline experts, cats drink 60 ml/kg of water per day. But if your cat drinks excessive water the underlying reason can be anything ranging from diabetes to anxiety. So, please consult a vet as soon as possible. https://www.eastshorevet.com/why-does-your-cat-drink-more-water-than-usual/

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World Spay Day draws attention to neuter as a proven means of saving the lives of cats and street dogs who might otherwise be put down in a shelter or killed on the street. It is an event held on the last Tuesday in February each year.

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International dog biscuit appreciation day is celebrated every year on February 23rd. The first dog biscuits were developed in the mid-19th century by American manufacturer James Spratt. They were produced in London, with a secret recipe including both meat and vegetables.

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February 22nd is celebrated as National Dog Walking Day. Walking with dogs helps us slow down and appreciate each day, and of course the walking benefits us as well.

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When an older person struggles to cope with the loss of a significant other, a pet may be of great comfort to them. https://www.eastshorevet.com/how-do-pets-improve-the-lives-of-the-elderly/

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Happy Valentine's Day to our lovely pets and pet parents

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According to recent studies, African grey parrots help their friends. https://www.eastshorevet.com/african-grey-parrots-show-great-empathy-for-their-friends/

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National Cat Health Month falls in February and it's a perfect time for pet owners to focus on the health of their feline friends.

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According to a new study conducted by scientists, dogs and wolves have similarities in their behavior which helps them to accomplish a task together. https://www.eastshorevet.com/a-new-study-found-dogs-and-wolves-are-good-at-cooperating/

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January 29th is National Seeing Eye Dog Day. Seeing eye dogs are service dogs specially trained to be the eyes for their visually impaired owners. Not just pets, but help in our time of need as well, another reason to love dogs.

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To find out how dogs process human speech, Attila Andics, a neuroscientist at Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest, and his colleagues used brain scanners and 13 willing family dogs from different four breeds. Find out what they discovered. https://www.eastshorevet.com/scientists-believe-your-dog-knows-what-you-are-saying/

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Cancer is the leading disease-related cause of death for domestic dogs and cats in the U.S. But the good news is, there are advances being made in healthcare when it comes to early detection and treatment. https://www.eastshorevet.com/cancer-is-now-the-leading-cause-of-death-in-cats-and-dogs/

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Cats are curious creatures. Today marks a day celebrating their curiosity and encouraging owners to spend more time trying to understand what they want.

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The 21st of January each year is Squirrel Appreciation Day! ... Remember that this is a tough time of year for squirrels in the Northern Hemisphere‚ food is scarce and buried food may be inaccessible because the ground is frozen.