SPIRITED3 asks: "I was advised by a rescue organization to have my newly adopted male kitties neutered at 4 months of age. They offered me an opportunity to have it ... Read More

Holly Cook, Special Pet Care Services in Marysville, Michigan has been bestowed this year's honor. She will be crowned at PSI's annual "Quest For Excellence" convention in San Antonio, Texas ... Read More

I am working updating the Canine and Feline "Diseases and Conditions" reference pages. There is still a lot of work to be done, but I am ready to offer the ... Read More

Viewer Rev. Nedda Wittels, M.A., M.S. tells us what her job is like as a professional Animal Communicator. Learn how she entered this career, what this career is about, and ... Read More

MAZIESMOM asks: "I have a general question and that is are weed killers toxic to animals? If so, what brands or chemicals. My husband frequently sprays weed killers on ... Read More

I love learning about words and their origins. This new quiz tests your knowledge of veterinary medical terminology. See what you know and perhaps learn something new, too!

I check labels on all of my pet's food and supplements, even my aquatic pets (fish). In this press release from Pawmax, learn why pet owners are going back to ... Read More

MGREEN0218 asks: "Our 2 cats (5 year old sisters from the same litter) have suddenly, within the last couple of months, started fighting with each other. They have always been ... Read More

CALAMINTHA asks: "My 17 year old cat has nasal lymphoma. The oncologist told us that radiation is the preferred treatment for this cancer. This treatment involves 3 treatments a week ... Read More

Viewer Julie Murphy shares this story of her new puppy in hopes that others can learn from it and prevent a similar tragedy. A reminder for pet owners to check ... Read More

Viewer Susan Breen shares what works for her dog during thunderstorms; a product called the "Anxiety Wrap". I hadn't heard of this product, but as an owner of thunderphobic dogs ... Read More

PAMAZ asks: "At what level (numeric value) is it considered "failure" and not disease or infection? I'm interested in seeing how high the liver and kidney values actually go ... Read More

Big holiday weekend coming up in the US -- Fourth of July! That means fireworks for many people. It is also the time of year for thunderstorm activity. Learn how ... Read More

Submitted by a viewer of this site: Warning! Don't leave collar on puppy left behind a child gate. We just lost our beautiful 12 week old miniature schnauzer puppy. I returned to ... Read More

Contrary to what many think, Rabies is still a human health risk. As people are outdoors more in the summer months, it should be noted that wild animals acting "tame" ... Read More

Prompted by recent forum posts and a viewer submitted piece titled: "Money Hungry Vets" vs "Proper" Ownership". Here are continuing comments from pet owners and veterinary professionals alike.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends that horse owners implement safeguards to prevent animals’ exposure to mosquitoes--because the insects are known to spread the potentially fatal West Nile ... Read More

PICASSO asks: "How much water does a cat need each day to stay hydrated?"