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Why Are Black Cats Considered Bad Luck?

Halloween is right around the corner, and the black cat is symbolic of this holiday. Perhaps the most common superstition, many people believe owning a black cat or even seeing a black cat can bring them bad luck.

Getting to Know Ticks

How to Identify Ticks in your Pets

Ticks are a troublesome parasite that is not always easy to spot on your pet. They are a spider-like, egg-shaped creature that has 8 legs. They can vary in size from 1mm to 1cm.

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What Do Dogs See?

Dogs primarily rely on their noses to navigate the world-smell is their most important sense. Dogs do not rely on their eyes like humans do which is why blind dogs or dogs with diminished sight can lead lives of quality.

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What is a Polydactyl Cat?

Polydactyly is a congenital physical anomaly which causes cats to be born with extra toes.  This condition can affect cats of all breeds but is commonly seen in Maine Coons.  Normal cats will have 18 toes (5 on each front foot and 4 on each hind foot).