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Author: Petful Veterinary Team
Over the past nearly 10 years, the Petful® veterinary team of writers has included a number of experts, such as veterinarians Dr. Pippa Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS; Dr. Debora Lichtenberg, VMD; Dr. Kenya Crawford, DVM; and Cate Burnette, RVT, among others. Providing accurate, trustworthy information is our utmost concern, so all of our pet health content is regularly reviewed, updated and edited by veterinary professionals.
Grain-Free Dog Food and Heart Problems: What We Know
There are no definitive answers yet on the possible connection between certain grain-free diets and dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs.
7 Symptoms of Heartworm in Dogs
Heartworm symptoms in dogs can take months to appear. Here are some of the common warning signs.
5 Tips for Treating Your Dog’s Broken Nail (Vet-Approved Advice)
If your dog has broken a nail, or torn a nail, you can do something right now. Here’s what you need to know about treating a broken nail in a dog.
How to Calm Pet Anxiety During Thunderstorms, Fireworks, Loud Noises
In this expert guide to how to calm dogs and cats during thunderstorms and other loud noises, we’ll discuss what works — and what doesn’t.
How to Remove Mats From a Long-Haired Cat
Remove mats from a long-haired cat the right way: Don’t use scissors. Why? Because it’s really easy to cut the skin — and painful.
6 Causes of Dog Dandruff (And How to Treat It)
Can dogs get dandruff? Yes, dogs, like us, are susceptible to this skin condition. Possible causes of dog dandruff include seborrhea or even dry air.
Recognizing and Treating Bloat in Dogs (or GDV)
The key symptoms of bloat in dogs are a rapidly swelling tummy and nonproductive retching or vomiting.
Your Pet’s Surgery: An Expert Guide to What to Expect
Taking your pet in for surgery can be an emotional experience. Here is our complete guide to what you can expect when your pet is having surgery.
Pet Rabbits: An Expert Guide to Caring for a Pet Rabbit
Cuddly? Sure. But caring for pet rabbits takes some work. This expert guide to caring for pet rabbits can help you decide if this is the right pet for you.