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Category: Pet Health
Off-Leash Etiquette: Rules to Follow When Your Dog Is Off Leash
Off-leash running is a true joy for both you and your dog. But it can also be dangerous. Here’s some important advice for taking your dog off leash.
What to Do If Your Dog Is Bitten by a Snake
This article tells you what to look for if you suspect your pet was bitten by a snake, and what to do if your vet is not available to help.
How to Administer Dog Medicine Like a Pro
Learn how to give your dog all those medications she really doesn’t want to take, from pills to injections. Expert advice from a vet tech.
Don’t Give That Dog a Bone
A veterinarian’s cautionary tale about how feeding bones to your dog means you’re putting a life at risk. Just say no to bones!
This Vet Says: Please Don’t Ask Me to Declaw Your Cat
Years ago, a veterinarian would be in the minority if she refused to declaw a cat. Now it’s common for a vet to refuse to do the procedure.
A Senior Dog’s Health Needs: Advice From a Veterinarian
Do you have a dog that’s at least 7 years old? In this article, Dr. Kenya Crawford, DVM, discusses senior dogs’ health needs.
Do You REALLY Want a Pet Bird? Really?
Among pets, birds are unique, requiring a special kind of understanding — they demand it! So please think twice before getting one.
How to Remove Cactus Needles From a Dog
If your dog got in a fight with a cactus and lost, here are some tools and tips to tackle removing needles.
How to Keep the Peace in a Multi-Cat Household
Behavior problems are much more common in households with more than one cat. Read this advice on diffusing problems.
How to Calculate Dog Years and Cat Years
If you think you can calculate dog or cat years by multiplying by 7, think again. That’s the OLD way of doing the math.
Understanding Kidney Disease and Kidney Failure in Cats
Cats as young as 3 years old have been diagnosed with kidney failure, but the condition is more common in older cats.
Got a Cat? Poison Proof Your Home!
What are the most common toxins for cats? Veterinarian Debora Lichtenberg arms you with the knowledge to poison proof your cat home.
Caring for a Bird With Splayed Legs
Birds with splayed legs can still lead a happy life. We explain what causes this condition and how you can treat it.
The “Lethal White” Double Merle Gene Decoded
The double merle gene can create gorgeous dogs, but it can also cause serious birth defects. Learn more about this “lethal white” gene.