Cat lovers may feel vindicated by a new study which confirms what many of you know to be true. Cats care about their pet parents just as much as dogs do and respond positively when they are with them. While dogs are often considered better able...

Feeling confused about preventive healthcare for your pet? Uncertain whether your pet's prevention medication protects against heartworm as well as fleas and ticks? You are not alone. According to a recent report, 1 in 4 dog owners believed they were giving heartworm preventive when in...

The risk of leptospirosis is increasing due to flooding. Higher than normal spring rains are also a factor. Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that can cause serious illness in dogs, other animals and people. It is caused by bacteria called leptospires which live in water...

Dogs make our lives happier and healthier. They also help us connect to others in our communities and neighborhoods. Getting outside to take a walk with your dog is not only great exercise, it provides an opportunity to meet people. By following some simple rules...

As your pets get older, he may face certain health issues. Much like your own, every stage of your pet's life has its rewards and challenges. These challenges may include hearing or vision loss, arthritis, cancer, cognitive disease, kidney disease, heart disease, hypothyroidism and periodontal...