Ignoring these signs can make your pet nervous, stressed or aggressive, and lead them to stop sending them. They are so important to understand, this expert believes these signals are the secret to a good life together. There are about 30 of them your pet may use - how many can you identify?
Wildly overprescribed by veterinarians, steroids can do more harm than good and put your pet at risk for irreversible side effects, even with short-term use. In one study, 90% of dogs showed side effects after only two weeks. Be wary if your vet recommends steroids for any of these conditions.
This overlooked organ harbors a disproportionate number of conditions - one-third of all complaints. Yet most pet owners don't give it much thought - even though it's clearly visible and so risk averse. Check your dog for these 9 conditions today.
The majority of cats in the US are now obese and many are also developing diabetes. Both conditions are related to this common feeding mistake that can lead to chronic inflammation and degenerative disease. Here’s the best way to help your kitty get back on the path to good health.
About half of all dogs over age 10 are diagnosed with cancer and accounts for 10% to 60% of dog deaths, depending on breed. Why do some breeds have a 60% loss rate while others have less than 10? Five things you can do, starting today, to reduce your pup's risk of cancer.
Are small dogs really easier to care for and more likely to be couch potatoes, thereby needing less exercise than big dogs? Can they be trusted around children? It's time to set the record straight about these and other myths about small dogs that have persisted despite solid proof.