Heartworm symptoms in dogs can take months to appear. Here are some of the common warning signs of heartworm.
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.
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.
An Expert Guide to Pet Insurance
Wondering if you really need pet insurance? Yes, you definitely do — and here’s why. Print out our handy checklist for comparing pet insurance policies.
Keeping Dogs Safe in Hot Weather: Your Summer Survival Guide
Summertime means sun and fun, but it’s also a time to use some common sense. Read this expert guide to keeping dogs safe in hot weather.
Dog Ear Infection Treatment: From Ear Drops All the Way to Surgery
There are a number of dog ear infection treatment options. For dogs with chronic ear infections, finding the right solution may take some trial and error.
Dog Broken Nail: How to Treat a Torn Dog Nail
If your dog has broken or torn a nail, you may be able to do something to ease the pain and comfort your pet.
Spaying or Neutering Your Pet: An Expert Guide
Veterinarians still get a lot of resistance about spaying or neutering pets. In this expert guide, we discuss the benefits and risks.
How Toxic Are Grapes for Dogs?
You may be wondering, “Can dogs eat grapes? And how toxic are they?” The answer is VERY. When a dog eats grapes or raisins, it’s a veterinary emergency in many cases.