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Author: Petful Veterinary Team
Over the past 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. Phil Zeltzman, DVM, DACVS, CVJ; and Dr. Judy Morgan, DVM, CVA, CVCP, CVFT; 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. Learn more about Petful.
7 Symptoms of Heartworm in Dogs
Heartworm symptoms in dogs can take months to appear. Here are some of the common warning signs.
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 Longhaired Cat
Remove mats from a longhaired cat the right way: Don’t use scissors. Why? Because it’s really easy to cut the skin — and painful.
6 Reasons Your Dog Might Have a Dry Nose
There are times when you should worry about a dog’s dry nose, but most of the time you don’t have to be too concerned.
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.
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.
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.
Pregnant Cat Care: An Expert Guide to What to Expect
In this expert guide to pregnant cat care, you’ll learn what to expect, what to feed a pregnant cat, how long before the kittens should be weaned and more.
Ear Mites Treatment in Dogs, Cats and Rabbits
Ear mites are annoying for our pets and pretty gross all around. Here’s what you need to know about ear mites treatment in dogs, cats and rabbits.
5 Warning Signs of a Pet Eye Emergency
If your cat or dog’s eye looks painful and abnormal, it could be a pet eye emergency — seek veterinary care right away.
15 Ferret Health Warning Signs
These scenarios may indicate a problem with your ferret’s health.