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Why dogs stress out over fireworks and how you can help keep them calm Ashley Smith's Goldendoodle named Winnie is normally outgoing, loves events and being around people. But all that changes each year on New Year's Eve and the Fourth of July, when loud fireworks cause Winnie to tuck her tail, run away from

Elon Musk's 'Ozempic Santa' post turns heads, clashes with RFK Jr.'s stance On Christmas Day, Elon Musk turned heads with a decadent photo by his tree. Dressed head-to-toe in a Santa costume, he captioned his photo "Ozempic Santa," flaunting a slimmer figure.  The Tesla CEO was picked by president-elect Donald Trump to co-lead the inaugural

What colors can cats see? Here's how your pet perceives the world. From velvety purples to fiery reds, many people can see a spectrum of vivid colors via the human eye. Others, however, may have limited hue perception due to certain conditions. Animals, on the other hand, perceive the world through a different lens. Dogs

My mom had health insurance. She still couldn't afford the medication to save her life. | Opinion My mother, an early childhood educator, had health insurance. But she still couldn't afford asthma treatment and died when I was 16. The system should be reformed so no one else has to face such loss. In the

Holidays hide a silent pain: Toxic, abusive relationships. You're not alone. | Opinion December sees a 20% uptick in police domestic violence interventions. It's a particularly stressful time because of expectations, proximity of abusers and substance use. Here is my story. What happens when the joy of the holidays hides the silent pain in millions

Are berberine supplements actually ‘nature’s Ozempic’? Here’s what experts have to say. Berberine, a plant compound traditionally used in herbal medicine, is today commonly stocked on the shelves of health food stores and pharmacies as a supplement. Berberine supplements gained rapid popularity in 2023, with Google searches for berberine reaching an all time high in

Meet Capricorn, the Zodiac's ambitious realist: The sign's personality traits, dates The final days of December aren't just home to the winter holidays. They are also host to the beginning of another Zodiac season. Represented by the sea goat, Capricorn is the tenth Zodiac sign. But don't be fooled its symbol, Capricorn is one of

We all need HGH, the hormone responsible for growth. What exactly does it do? Human growth hormone (HGH) is a hormone that’s essential to our development. Most people produce enough HGH throughout their lifetime. But for those with a deficiency in growth hormone (or a few other health conditions), taking synthetic HGH can offer a

'Oh my god, there's hundreds': Watch dogs line up at pizzeria's treat-to-go window A pizzeria in Chicago is attracting more than just human customers. Hundreds of dogs are lining up in their holiday best outside Bartoli's Pizzeria in West Town for yummy treats as their owners grab slices from the popular Chicago pizzeria. "Oh my

Can dogs eat cheese? Here are the types that are safe for your pet. If you own a dog, you're probably familiar with their affinity for cheese. Whether you're cutting a slice for a charcuterie board or just adding it to a sandwich, your pup is likely to be at foot, waiting for a morsel

Want to boost your protein intake? Try adding more ground turkey to your diet Getting in more protein is an often-discussed health topic as of late. Are you getting enough? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein is currently 0.36 grams of protein per pound, or about 54 grams for a person who weighs 150

South Dakota town with two residents enchants visitors at Christmas with nostalgia and community NORA, SOUTH DAKOTA - On a nearly invisible corner of 307th Street and 475th Avenue in the middle of Union County, South Dakota, where farmland hugs you from everywhere and the topography begins to roll, is the Nora Store. It's here where you