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Travel Guide, Pt. 1: Before You Fly
Welcome to Part One of our Happy Travels Series, inspired by The...
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Travel Guide, Pt. 2: During Flight
Welcome to Part Two of our Happy Travels Series, part of The...
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Travel Guide, Pt. 3: Home Away From Home
Welcome to the final installment of our Happy Travels Series, part of...
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The Science of Snuggling: Why It Feels So Good
There are few things quite like the moment your dog leans their...
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Not All Snuggles Are the Same
Some dogs would happily crawl inside your sweater with you. Some cats...
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The Heart of the Matter: What Our Pets Teach Us About Love
We feed them. Walk them. Clean up after them. Rearrange vacations around...
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Thank you, Macy Grey
I could spend this entire page sharing spectacular moments with Macy Grey....
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A Cat Who Can Paint? And Other Cat Tricks
  We recently happily stumbled across a video on Instagram of a...
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The Power of Pawsitive Reinforcement
Training a pet can sometimes feel like an ongoing list of things...
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Keeping Your Cool: Smart Summer Habits for Dogs & Cats
Most of us decide whether it's a comfortable day by stepping outside....
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When Their Thirst Is Trying to Tell You Something
Water is one of those things we rarely think about until we...
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Little Fig
Little Fig & Dr. Kevin: A Private Conversation
Little Fig: Hi, Dr. Kevin. Thanks for having this little meeting with...
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Fourth of July Palms & Paws
Seeing Fireworks Through Your Pet’s Eyes
The Fourth of July is one of those holidays (there are a...
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Palms & Paws The Five Freedoms
A Different Meaning to Freedom That Changes Everything
"If you love them, set them free." But first, let's define freedom....
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The Conversation
End of life conversations with pet parents are some of the most...
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Dental Hygiene for Dogs & Cats: Part One
Your pet’s mouth matters more than most people realize. Dental hygiene is...
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The Greatest Gift: Caring for Senior Dogs & Cats
At Palms & Paws, we believe caring for senior pets in their...
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Acupuncture for Dogs
Acupuncture is a gentle, effective approach to pain, healing, and quality of...
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Litterbox Masterclass: Thinking Inside the Box
This post was inspired by a thoughtful question from Palms & Paws...
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Hot Pavement? Use This Quick 7-Second Rule
The 7-second rule is a simple way to protect your pet's paws...
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Kittens: The First Big Decisions
Neutering, Vaccinations & Microchipping Your Cat. When you welcome a beautiful new...
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You know chocolate is bad for dogs, but here’s WHY
There's a beautiful box of chocolates that lingers on the kitchen counter....
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November Palms & Paws Plus, Episode 002
Paw It Forward
From the very beginning, Palms & Paws was built on one simple...
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Finding Your Forever Friend
Recently, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Elizabeth Noble, Chair...
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How Can I Tell if My Dog or Cat is Overweight?
Loving our pets deeply means paying attention to the quiet signals their...
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Holidays with Palms & Paws
A Holiday Guide to Safe and Joyful Treats for Cats and Dogs
A Palms & Paws Seasonal Post:  Across the world, this season arrives...
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Sounds Like Love
Sound, for our dogs and cats, isn’t just background noise. It’s information....
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The Honest Truth: 5 Lessons in Integrity from Our Cats & Dogs
If you want to know what integrity looks like, just watch your...
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The Secret Stress-Buster Your Pet Already Knows
Dogs and cats don’t need reminders to make time for joy—they just...
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Paw Check! Why Your Pet’s Paws Are Pure Magic
Paws are sophisticated sensory tools that connect your pet to the world...
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