pet health

Pets & Animals

Does your pet have cancer?

Charlene Melson suspected something was wrong with her 17-year-old cat Kayleigh but wasn't prepared for her veterinarian to give the...

Dogs

Pooch smoothies

With the right ingredients, the same energizing smoothie that gets you up and running in the morning can be shared with your pooch....

Dog health & conditions

What’s a healthy weight for dogs?

Lucky for them dogs aren't inundated with unrealistic images of dog models and slender celebrities that give them body-image...

More Pets

Keep your pet's teeth healthy

Much like human dental health, dental health for pets is incredibly important and neglecting it can lead to health issues that go...

Cat health & conditions

What's a healthy weight for cats?

Has Mr. Snuggles been packing on the pounds? Are you worried that your cat could be the next contestant on The Biggest Loser? If so,...

Pet Fun

5 Pet bloggers you need to know about

If you're a pet lover, your browser probably has a fair share of bookmarked pet blogs that you visit on a regular basis. But if your...

Pets & Animals

Is it safe to buy pet meds online?

Every pet owner knows that the vet's office is the most expensive place to buy your pet's medications. If it's a one-time illness,...

Dog health & conditions

Is depression in dogs real?

Although our canine companions can't talk, they certainly have feelings and are able to express emotions. Like humans, dogs, too,...

Animal Welfare

Cancer in pets: The warning signs

It’s been said that an "ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" -- this is true for our own health as well as our pets. But...

Dog health & conditions

Which human foods can you feed your dog?

A piece of chicken here, some leftover cupcake there and a lick of ice cream from a cone. Do these sound like things you sometimes...

Dogs

Raw diet for dogs: What you need to know

From kibble to wet food to raw diets and more, the options for feeding your dog are dizzying. While not a new concept, a raw diet...

Pets & Animals

Chiropractic care for your pets

Many people are unfamiliar with chiropractic care as a form of heath care for humans so it's no surprise that most people don't...

Dogs

Summer exercises you can do with your dog

Depending on where you live, summer is either a great opportunity to spend more time outdoors enjoying the weather or the time when...

Dog health & conditions

How to select the best dog food

Much like humans, dogs rely on high-quality sources of nutrition to live healthy lives. Since most people feed their dog the same...

Dog health & conditions

Keep pets safe from the heat

In the hot days of the season, pet owners should be aware of some of the dangers that the summer can bring for their animals. Taking...

Dog health & conditions

Common small-breed health problems

Small-breed dogs are increasingly popular because they're so cute — and are generally intelligent, loyal family pets. Compared to...

Pets & Animals

How to cope with the loss of a pet

Pets are more than just animals, they are family members. We bring them in our homes, introduce them to our friends and even include...

Dogs

Top 3 best jobs for dogs

If you find yourself coming home to a restless pup, you might want to consider finding Fido a job. Dogs were born to work and they...

Dogs

How to take care of arthritis in dogs

As we get older, we may notice new aches and pains -- and the rules of aging also apply to our canine counterparts. In fact, one in...

Pets & Animals

Healthy holiday gifts for your pet

When you’re making your holiday shopping list and checking it twice, don’t forget to pick up some new treats for your four-legged...

Small Animals

Diarrhea in guinea pigs

Diarrhea often occurs as a symptom of a secondary condition, including disease, infection or improper diet, all causing the guinea...