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Dear Tabby: Tabby clears the air about reader’s gassy problem

Dear Tabby, I have reasons to believe (without getting too nitty gritty) that my pets need some extra fiber in their diets. How can I safely add fiber to their diets? Gassy in Greatwood Dear Gassy,...

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Dear Tabby: How hot is too hot for a walk?

Dear Tabby, With this heat, I try to walk my dog only in either the early mornings or late in the evening, but sometimes, a mid-day walk is all I can fit into my schedule. I know it’s terribly hot...

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Dear Tabby: Formulating a 4th of July plan for Fido

Dear Tabby, With July 4th coming up, what can I do to help my pets stay calm during the fireworks? Feeling festive about the 4th in Fairchilds Dear Feeling Festive, As we approach that raucous, hot...

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Dear Tabby: What to do if your kitty goes AWOL

Dear Tabby, We have an inside/outside cat and I’m always so worried that she’ll go missing. What do you suggest that readers do if they lose a cat? Apprehensive about AWOL cat in Arcola Dear...

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Dear Tabby: Happy Not-A-Father’s Day

Dear Tabby, We haven’t neutered our dog yet. My husband doesn’t want to have our pup fixed because he’s afraid it’ll make him less “manly”. I’m still on the fence about the whole thing. What’s your...

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Dear Tabby: Ever dreamed of bringing Fido along to work?

Dear Tabby, I have a very well-behaved dog and I’ve been daydreaming about bringing him along with me to work. Is this just a “pipe dream” or is it even possible? Missing Fido while at work in...

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Dear Tabby 05/27/15

New organization aims to aid area’s homeless pets Dear Eager Philanthropist, You’re in luck! I just caught wind of a new organization, working closely with Fort Bend County Animal Services, to help...

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Dear Tabby 05/20/15

Preparing your pet for precarious weather Dear Tabby, It seems like it’s been an extra stormy spring here in Texas. I’m wondering if you have any tips on how to make sure that our pets are prepared in...

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Aging pet owner’s jitters over joint pain

Dear Tabby, I’m noticing that my older dog is struggling to jump up on the bed, seems to moan a bit when she lays down and is just generally a bit more wobbly on her feet. I fear that her joints are...

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Dear Tabby 04/22/15

April showers bring thunderstorm anxiety for some pets Dear Tabby, We just adopted a new dog. I’ve noticed that she gets extremely nervous and agitated during thunderstorms. What can we do to put her...

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Dear Tabby 04/01/15

Do the risks outweigh the rewards of adopting an FIV+ cat? Dear Tabby, I’ve fallen in love with a cat who is FIV+. Should I still adopt her, knowing that she has a fatal disease? Heartsick in Cinco...

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Dear Tabby 03/25/15

Is feeding your pet table scraps taboo? Dear Tabby, My friend feeds her dog table scraps every night. The dog doesn’t seem to be overweight or otherwise unhealthy, but this habit flies in the face of...

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Dear Tabby 03/18/15

Pet owners going coo-coo for coconut oil Dear Tabby, My family has embraced the health benefits of coconut oil and was wondering if it’s safe to give it to our pets too? Coo-coo for coconut oil in...

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Advice about dental care will give you something to chew on

Dear Tabby, I’ve heard friends talk about taking their dog to the vet to have his teeth cleaned. I’ve never taken my 9 year old dog for a teeth cleaning…should I? Thinking about teeth in Telfair Dear...

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Dear Tabby 02/18/15

Dear Tabby, One of my cats has suddenly stopped using the litterbox. I’m getting frustrated–help! Feline Frustration in First Colony Dear Feline Frustration, According to vets, cats can stop using the...

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Dear Tabby 02/04/15

The claws come out over declawing Dear Tabby, I have a kitten who won’t stop scratching on my furniture. I’m considering getting her declawed. Is this my only option? Frustrated with ratty furniture in...

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Dear Tabby 01/28/15

Is your family primed for pet ownership? Dear Tabby, My kids have been begging for a pet. I’m not sure if we’re ready yet. Help! Considering a Pet in Sugarland Dear Considering A Pet, Owning a pet is a...

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Dear Tabby 01/21/15

Does your pet need vitamins? Dear Tabby, One of my resolutions for the New Year is to get better about taking my vitamin every day. Does my dog need a vitamin too? Health-minded in Rosenberg Dear...

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Dear Tabby 01/14/15

Can Fido get the flu? Dear Tabby, We’re in the midst of flu season and it seems as though everyone around me either currently has the flu or has had it in the past month. I was wondering if my dog...

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Hashing out household hazards this holiday

Dear Tabby, I typically love to fill my home with festive poinsettias this time of year, but now that I have pets, I’m concerned about them getting poisoned from eating the plants. Help! Feeling...

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