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Adopting vs. Buying a Pet: Understanding the Difference
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Adopting vs. Buying a Pet: Understanding the Difference

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Allergies, Shedding, and Dander: What to Know Before Choosing a Pet

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Choosing Your First Pet: A Complete Guide for Young Adults
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How Long Do Common Pets Live? Lifespan Expectations by Animal
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How Long Do Common Pets Live? Lifespan Expectations by Animal

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Matching Your Living Situation to the Right Pet
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Matching Your Living Situation to the Right Pet

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Pet Ownership and Renting: Navigating Leases, Landlords, and Rules
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Questions to Ask Before Getting Any Pet
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Questions to Ask Before Getting Any Pet

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Small Pets That Suit Busy Schedules and Compact Homes
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Small Pets That Suit Busy Schedules and Compact Homes

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The Case for Getting a Pet — and the Case Against It
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The Case for Getting a Pet — and the Case Against It

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The Real Cost of Owning a Pet, Beyond the Adoption Fee
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The Real Cost of Owning a Pet, Beyond the Adoption Fee

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What 'Low-Maintenance' Really Means in Pet Ownership
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What 'Low-Maintenance' Really Means in Pet Ownership

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Why People Give Up Their Pets — and How to Avoid That Outcome
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Why People Give Up Their Pets — and How to Avoid That Outcome

By Staff Writer · 5 min read · Oct 14, 2023