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Some of the most beautiful (and common) plants and flowers are highly poisonous for our animals. These ten common plants are the most toxic to our pets. Read more here: https://www.wideopenpets.com/10-common-poisonous-plants-to-avoid-at-home/

Tick (and pest) control is important and a lot easier if you're a chicken keeper or have guinea hens. Tick-borne diseases include Lyme disease and there are places in the country where the tick population is growing. Read on. https://www.wideopenpets.com/tick-control-with-chickens-how-effective-is-your-fowl-flock-patrol/

Are you ready for the 2019 Kentucky Derby on May 4? Here are the lead contenders if you're ready to open you wallet and bet! Read more here: https://www.wideopenpets.com/kentucky-derbys-top-contenders/

Haven't you always wanted to own a capybara? How about a Fennec fox? Learn more about these pets here: https://www.wideopenpets.com/10-exotic-pets-and-where-they-are-legal-to-own/

Dogs typically have the intelligence of an average 2-year-old, but these breeds stand far above the rest! Through breeding or natural instincts, these smarty-pants breeds are so fun to play with. Learn more here: https://www.wideopenpets.com/the-10-smartest-dog-breeds/

Hosting parties, no matter the time of year, is an amazing way to gather your loved ones in place. However, make sure you follow these tips to keep your pets safe during the festivities. Learn more here: https://www.wideopenpets.com/thanksgiving-pet-safety-5-tips-for-a-pet-friendly-thanksgiving-celebration/

Why so serious? Sit back and enjoy these puns that are so good, you'll have to chuckle. There's more where that came from! Check the rest out here: https://www.wideopenpets.com/14-horse-puns-to-make-your-equestrian-friends-roll-their-eyes/

If you're looking to expand your family, look no further than the fabled turtle. To see more breeds you can have as pets in the U.S., check out our resource: https://www.wideopenpets.com/10-types-of-turtles-you-can-have-as-pets/

No one will judge you as much as your cat does, that's why we're sharing our favorite cat jokes so funny, Fluffy won't even know what hit her. Read more here: https://www.wideopenpets.com/13-best-cat-jokes-that-are-just-purr-fect/

We rounded up the 10 reasons you should give duck eggs a whirl, and why we believe duck eggs are better than chicken eggs. Read the other five here: https://www.wideopenpets.com/ten-reasons-why-duck-eggs-are-better-than-chicken-eggs/

We couldn't resist, who doesn't love a good load of bull! Find more witty puns here: https://www.wideopenpets.com/12-cow-puns-that-will-really-moove-you/

This ancient dog breed is also the fastest. Greyhounds can reach up to 45 miles an hour. Learn more about these dogs! 1:1, Dogs, Pets, Rescue, WOP, Wide Open Pets, active dogs, breed, breed info, breeds, canine, canines, dog breed, dog racing, dog rescue, greyhound, greyhounds, oldest dog breed

If you ride the D bus line in Seattle, there is a good chance that you'll see Eclipse the dog riding it to the park! 1:1, Dogs, Pets, WOP, Wide Open Pets, adventure dog, big dog, bus, commute, cute, dog, happy pets, seattle

Our pet of the week is actually a brother and sister duo. Their names are Harry and Izzy and they are the sweetest Bengal cats ever! Check them out! #wopetoftheweek, 1:1, Cats, Pets, WOP, Wide Open Pets, bengal cat, bengal cats, brother and sister, cute, duo, instagram, kittens, kitties

Ready for some summer road trips? Don't leave your dog behind! Here are some things you need to consider. 1:1, Cars, Dogs, Road Trips, Summer, WOP, Wide Open Pets, active dogs, adventure dog, dog, summer road trip, summer trip, tips

Sometimes a dog just needs to wear a crown. Check out some pretty princess puppies living in the lap of luxury. 1:1, Dogs, Listicle, Pets, WOP, Wide Open Pets, crown, cute, instagram, list, lists, pretty, princess, puppies, tiara

A group of artists in Sweden are calling themselves AnonyMouse and they are making the streets friendly for mice. Check out the theme park and little cafes and restaurants they are building. Anonymouse, Artist, Mice, Mouse, WOP, Wide Open Pets, cafe, carnival, sweden

The 4-H club is one of the oldest youth organizations still active today. Through their global network of mentors and volunteers they teach young kids all kinds of life skills. 4-h, 4H Club, Farming, Kids, USA, WOP, Wide Open Pets, agriculture, america, club, group, livestock, organization

These little piggies are pampered as ever! Meet Priscilla and Poppleton, the cutest piglet siblings on Instagram! That's why they are our #WOPetoftheWeek. #wopetoftheweek, Pets, Pigs, WOP, Wide Open Pets, duo, famous pets, instagram, pet of the week, piggies, piglets, porcine, siblings

Lakota is a Australian Cattle Dog living the life. She loves to ride horses and is just a little bit silly. Check out our Pet of the Week! #wopetoftheweek, 1:1, Australian Cattle Dog, Dogs, Horses, WOP, Wide Open Pets, famous pets, farm dog, farm pets, happy pets, horseback riding, instagram, pet of the week

The farm yoga phenomena usually consists of goats and cats but Pink Alpaca Farms in Iowa takes it a step further and adds llamas to the mix. Check it out! 1:1, Cats, Farm, Goats, Pets, WOP, chickens, farm animals, farm pets, farm yoga, goat yoga, llamas, yoga

Getting ready to hit the trails? Here are 8 important items that will make your camping trip with your dog that much more enjoyable! 1:1, Camping, Dogs, Outdoors, Product video, WOP, Wide Open Pets, active dogs, adventure dog, amazon, dog, hiking, products, tips

There is a dog rescue on Turks and Caicos Islands where you can go on vacation and adopt a cute puppy! 1:1, Dogs, Pets, Summer, Wide Open Pets, adopt a dog, adoption, beach, cute, cute puppy, dog adoption, puppy, sand, vacation

Spike is a stag beetle that can hold markers in his mandibles and walk around a blank sheet of paper. Check out his art! Artist, Japan, Pets, Weird, Wide Open Pets, art, beetle, bug, insect, spike

Well, isn't this delightful. This photographer poses squirrels on toy horses and you will love the results. 1:1, Horses, Pets, WOP, Wide Open Pets, horse jumping, horse sports, models, photography, photoshoot, show jumping, squirrels, toy horses, vaulting