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Health, nutrition, behaviour and responsible ownership: articles by the MyPet App team for dogs, cats and exotic pets, based on veterinary sources.

  • Bringing your new pet home

    The first days in a new home can be overwhelming for an animal coming from a shelter. With calm, routine and patience, settling in usually goes much better. The first…

  • Selecting a pet

    The cutest photo is not always the best clue. Choosing well means finding an animal whose energy, size and needs match your real life, not your ideal one. Think about…

  • Adoption process & fees

    Every shelter or rescue group has its own process, but the steps are usually similar. Knowing what to expect helps you arrive prepared and avoids misunderstandings. The…

  • Preparing to adopt

    Adoption is a decision for many years. Before you send a request, take a moment to check whether your home, routine and budget are ready for a new family member. Talk…

  • Overweight Pets: Why You and Your Vet Need to Be on the Same Page

    Many of us look at a round, happy dog or a chubby cat and think, "he's just big-boned." It is an easy thing to miss, because extra weight builds up slowly and our pets…

  • AI in the Vet's Office: What Pet Owners in Chile and Latin America Can Expect

    You may have seen collars that count your dog's steps, or apps that promise to read a photo of your cat's skin. Behind many of these tools is artificial intelligence…

  • Gentle Hands, Happier Cats: What Shelter Training Means for Adopting in Chile

    When we think about helping shelter cats, we usually picture food, shelter and vaccines. But how people handle and approach a cat matters too. A recent study suggests…

  • Heart Disease in Cats: What a New Genetics Study Means for Your Cat

    Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or HCM, is the most common inherited heart disease in cats. The heart muscle thickens, and over time this can lead to heart failure, blood…

  • Bunnies as Pets: What Makes Them Special

    Bunnies are one of the world’s most popular pets thanks to their cuteness, intelligence, and social personalities. But, keeping a bunny happy and healthy requires…

  • Top Tips for Pet Grooming Success

    Grooming your pet is an essential part of keeping them healthy and happy. Whether you're a professional groomer or a pet owner looking to improve your skills, mastering…

  • Hamsters

    Hamsters, those adorable little furballs with twitching whiskers and tiny paws, have captured the hearts of pet lovers worldwide. Whether you're a seasoned hamster…

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