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The American Kennel Club reports that around Thanksgiving, there is an increase in pet visits to veterinarians because the animals were given “unsafe human foods.” Make healthy food choices for your pet over the holiday to insure all family members have a happy Thanksgiving!

In this week's Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston gives his take on what it means to have a life well lived...

Some people see an animal shelter as a sad, dreary place full of unwanted (or undesirable) pets. In fact, a shelter is a haven for pets who find themselves without any home. The shelter offers them a place where they can be fed, cared for, and maybe find a new home with an owner who will love and care for them. That’s something we can all be thankful for, as we celebrate National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week...

In today’s Crunk Culture commentary, Robin Boylorn explains some of the factors of Black Infant Mortality and offers some suggestions on how it can be prevented…

A crisis can bring times of quiet reflection, and in this week’s Keepin’ It Real commentary, Cam Marston speaks on what conclusions some people are coming to in the wake of the pandemic.

Twice a year, we all have to reset our internal clocks - and our watches, and clocks, and microwaves - to accommodate Daylight Savings Time. We know that it messes with our internal clocks and sleep schedules, but have you ever considered what effect the time change has on our pets?

They say that luck is when preparation meets opportunity. In this Keepin' It Real commentary, Cam Marston shows that hard work really can pay off...

Halloween can be a fun time for us but maybe not so much for our pets. It’s up to you to keep your best friend happy, healthy, safe and comfortable amidst all the tricks and treats.

In this week’s Crunk Culture commentary, Robin Boylorn discusses the impacts of Covid-19 and the need for inclusive health services to foster health equity…

Have you ever wondered how you can live eco-friendly, even on a tight budget? Well, you're in luck. In this week's Living with Less Plastic commentary, Mary Liz Ingram explains exactly how you can, and she also gives tips on how to save money while shopping...