We’ve all heard it before – veterinarians urge us to bring our pets in for a checkup once or twice a year, even if they’re in apparently perfect health. This may seem puzzling to some of us. Why ...

If you think the answer is “yes,” you are wrong! Modern science has answered this age-old question: Dogs can see color, but not in the same way that we do. The palette of colors they can see is ...

Do you ever you think you ask your dog to do too much? It's easy to lose sight of your dog's comfort zone, find out how to keep him happy and strengthen your bond.

1 in 3 cats will experience kidney problems in their lifetimes. Many cat lovers have already had to deal with this issue at one time or another, and may already be aware that dehydration worsens ...

Ever see a little kitten wrinkle its nose and let out with a cute sneeze?? It sounds sort of like “Pfft!” and may or may not be accompanied by a few droplets. We all sneeze on occasion for what is ...

Is your dog licking at his paws constantly? Notice a red, swollen, inflamed appearance to the area between the paws?If this is happening, read on! Not only does excessive licking cause discomfort for ...

One of the most common problems we see in veterinary medicine is gastrointestinal (GI) upset/diarrhea.Sometimes it surprises me how quickly some clients will rush their dog to the clinic because of a ...

The skin is the largest and the most exposed organ. This is just as true for dogs as it is for people. When your dog has dry skin, it’s not only unsightly, but it may indicate an underlying disease.I ...

Kidney disease is a common problem of older dogs, affecting an estimated 10% of canines in their lifetimes 1.There are a number of causes that may affect different age groups and have different ...

Kittens often have parasites that can affect their health and can cause serious problems in humans. Kittens are commonly infected with roundworms, tapeworms as well as protozoan infections such as ...

Dog Health Dog Checkups & Preventive Care Your guide to understanding parasitic diseases in dogs ...

Zee Mahmood, a veterinary technician in Reading, PA, contributed to this article. The hip consists of a ball-and-socket joint. The ball (a.k.a. femoral head) is the top part of the femur or thigh bone ...