Bark & Whiskers gives you the most updated information on species-appropriate pet nutrition and care.

How long is too long to leave your pet at home, without potty breaks or human contact? Is it okay to leave him confined to his crate all day while you're gone? You may be surprised at the answers. What many owners don't realize about leaving their pet alone for hours on end.

How exactly do human-grade ingredients differ from the feed-grade ingredients found in most commercial dog and cat foods? Does human-grade food offer greater health benefits? Here's how to recognize human-grade pet food, even though you won't see the words printed on most labels.

Dog owners in the Chicago area recently raised a red flag about harmful vaccine side effects when, within only 6 weeks, 5 dogs were diagnosed with life-threatening, brain-swelling autoimmune meningitis after receiving this vaccine. Is your dog at risk too?

What drives a pet owner to switch from feeding kibble to raw food? This fascinating study identifies the top reasons why owners make the switch, often against their vet's advice. Although the researchers twist their findings to suit a likely hidden agenda, the survey responses are illuminating.