Cat Tips

No matter the type of pet, you'll want to be sure your new animal companion fits your lifestyle and you theirs. If it's not a good fit, things can quickly sour and the pet's usually the big loser. So ask yourself these nine questions honestly, and then move forward.

Have trouble relaxing when you travel because you're worried about your pet? Get the inside scoop on how to hire a high-quality caregiver who has your pet's best interests at heart. Don't leave it to chance. Be sure you look for these six things in daycare, boarding or at-home care.

Does your pet love frolicking in these types of places? Then keep watch for this often overlooked infection that can cause generally mild but occasionally severe symptoms. Nope, not heartworm. It's more obscure, but certainly worth knowing about in case of exposure.

Your pet may not convey her needs by complaining, so it's up to you to be aware of their special needs as they age. These are the areas that you should discuss with your vet as your pet ages, to keep up their quality of life.

Does every pet need a heartworm preventive, every month, no matter where you live? Here's the truth about what these toxic chemical insecticides do to your pet's body when they don't prevent, but kill the heartworm larvae inside your pet.

They're trying to fool you with double talk. When they discuss the macronutrients your pet needs, it's time to do a double take. Don't be bamboozled by these lies and charades, or you and your pet will pay dearly, albeit so slowly it's barely discernible.