Pets are living longer thanks to advances in veterinary care, diagnostics, and earlier intervention. But the key to enjoying our "senior"...

Should your pet start an Atkins Diet? According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), 56% of adult dogs and 53% of adult...

Man's best friend .. Select your new dog with your lifestyle and living situation in mind. In addition to your new family member's...

You understand that pets get older, they suffer from health problems, and several other issues can affect their lifespans. Children don't...

You may have concluded that it's time to euthanize a pet. Or, maybe the vet told you that euthanizing is in the pet's best interest. Now,...

Your decision is a personal one, but it need not be a solitary one. Your veterinarian and your family and friends can assist and support...

The grieving process includes accepting the reality of your loss, accepting that the loss and accompanying feelings are painful, and...

Most states prohibit animals from riding on buses and similar regulations restrict travel on trains. Exceptions are made for guide and...

Road trips can be fun for the whole family, but safety first. Pets should not be allowed to ride with their heads outside car windows....

Air travel is of most concern to pet owners. You can minimize the chances of an unpleasant experience by following a few guidelines....

Planning and preparation are necessary when traveling with family pets. Consider whether your pet is comfortable when traveling. Some...

Camping with pets presents its own challenges. Skunks, raccoons, porcupines, snakes, and other wildlife can bite or otherwise injure your...

Cats Felines do a good job of grooming themselves, but regular brushing to prevent matting of hair is important. Cats rarely need a bath,...

Safety first! Never leave dangerous objects like pins, needles, or fish hooks within reach. Keep poisonous products and materials far...

Who's hungry? Puppies Feed a high quality diet designed for puppies. A wide variety of diets and formulations are available and your...

Only a healthy pet is a happy companion. Assuring your pet's daily well-being requires regular care and close attention to any hint of...

Change is seasons, requires a change in care. Heat Stroke Heatstroke may kill or seriously injure your pet—but it can easily be avoided...

Few things stimulate a cat's pleasure faster than catnip. Exposure to this simple herb can reveal a new side to their feline personality....

Nothing must spoil the joys of becoming a new parent. Not even your pets. But family cats with normal, every day habits can pose a risk...

Thanks to advancements in veterinary care, today’s cats can live well into their teen years. It is not uncommon for cats to live to be 18...