Before heading out to the pond with your dog for a swim, be sure to check the water for possible toxic algae first.
Category: Pet Health
When Your Dog Is Licking So Much That a Sore Spot (Granuloma) Forms
It’s a lot like kids who suck their thumb — once the habit starts, it’s hard to break. Here’s what you need to know about causes and treatment.
What It Means When Your Pet “Needs a Dental”
Here’s what you should expect when the veterinarian says your pet needs a dental exam or procedure. Plus, the facts versus myths.
Dealing With the Death of a Pet: An Expert Guide
Even if your pet has been enduring a long illness, nobody is truly prepared for death. Here’s our best advice for what to do when your pet dies.
Why the “Incredible” Dr. Pol Is So Controversial in the Vet World
Cable TV’s famous veterinarian has faced charges of negligence and incompetence since his show first aired.
Skin Cysts in Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
As tempting as it may be to pop them, don’t.
Hind Leg Weakness: When Your Dog’s Back Legs Give Out
Are your dog’s back legs weak? Here’s what to expect when you see the vet — plus some possible reasons for a dog’s back legs suddenly not working.
It Is NOT Safe to Give Your Dog Ibuprofen — Here’s Why
There is no safe ibuprofen (Advil) dosage for dogs. It is dangerous. In fact, even Tylenol and aspirin can be unsafe. Here’s what you need to know.
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.
Why Your Old Cat Yowls All the Time (Especially at Night)
Elderly cats who begin to yowl loudly may be suffering from something serious but treatable. Here’s what you should know.
How to Give Medicine to a Cat (Yes, Even to a Difficult Cat)
Hard truth: There is no “one technique” that enables all people to give pills to all cats. Here’s my best advice.
3 Ways to Treat Your Pet’s Minor Wounds at Home
Harmful disinfectants can make at-home medical care tricky to navigate.
Tail Amputation: Why It’s Sometimes Necessary, and What to Expect
When an injured tail cannot be repaired or won’t heal, the veterinarian may have to resort to tail amputation.
The Best Way to Treat Fleas
No matter how advanced or safe flea products become, people still let the problem get out of hand. Here’s my examination into the best way to treat fleas.
Acana, Blue Buffalo, Taste of the Wild: 16 Brands Named in FDA Probe
There are very few answers yet in the investigation into certain pet foods and heart problems in dogs and cats. Here’s what we do know.