Viewer Julie Nemitz writes: "I recently wrote in and asked about Hemobartonella and AIHA being the same thing. Having read this week's submissions about the rising care of vet costs, ... Read More

There are many pet hazards related to this October holiday -- some are well-known (i.e. the dangers of chocolate overindulgence), and some aren't. Learn what to be aware of to ... Read More

SCUBADAD asks: "My 12 yr old Siberian Husky's front legs occasionally shake after she gets up from laying down for awhile but only for a few seconds and then she ... Read More

Most animal parasites can and will bite humans if given the opportunity. It is wise to be familiar with the various types of parasites and what you can do to ... Read More

A Cuterebra parasite is an opportunistic parasite found under the skin of small mammals. This parasite is the larval stage of the Cuterebra fly, who uses animal hosts to complete ... Read More

Every wonder what vet school is really like? The Vet School Diaries are written by vet students and vet technology students attending veterinary schools around the world. Learn about the ... Read More

Hepatic Lipidosis is the medical term for Fatty Liver, seen most often in cats. Learn how this condition can occur, and what cats are most at risk in this FAQ.

Keep your pet safe in all kinds of weather! Learn about the effects of temperature (heat stroke, frost bite), seasonal toxins (antifreeze), and other seasonal considerations for your pets. This ... Read More

This week, travel to Porterville, California and Delhi, India! Take a tour, check out veterinary articles in the library, meet the staff, and learn what veterinary medicine is like around ... Read More

Another veterinary acronym! HGE, or Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis, is a potentially life-threatening diarrheal disease with no known cause. Read this Veterinary Q & A to learn about this disease, and why ... Read More

FLAURAV asks: "I have some allergies to animal dander, but I have been thinking about being a veterinarian for a long time. I shadowed a vet the other day and ... Read More

MDGTJULIE asks: "I had a wonderful cat -- a male mixed breed that died two years ago; partly from Feline Leukemia. He also had a disease called Hemobartonella, which has ... Read More

Do you enjoy online interactive quizzes? I personally love online quizzes -- no pressure, no need for an eraser, just the fun of seeing what subjects I am familiar with ... Read More

Questions about breeding, pregnancy, and birth of animals are common veterinary questions. Each species of animal (cats, dogs, horses, etc.) has a different set of "rules" that owners should be ... Read More

Many pet owners can now schedule appointments, request prescription refills, learn about the veterinary staff, and even take a "behind-the-scenes" tour of their favorite veterinary clinic. If you know of ... Read More

Here are some questions to consider when evaluating the quality of life for your pet. A general rule of thumb is when "the bad days outnumber the good days", but ... Read More

LBILLEY asks: "I have a 3 yr old male mixed breed dog. My question is this: what can I do for a smelly ear? One ear really stinks. I've tried ... Read More

AIHA, or Auto Immune Hemolytic Anemia, is a disease where the body's own immune system fails to recognize red blood cells as "self" and begins destroying these cells as if ... Read More

Most people associate seasonal allergies with the springtime, when everything is in bloom, but fall is also an important allergy season. The allergens that most commonly affect pets and people ... Read More

Like humans, dogs and cats can exhibit signs of senior dementia. Vocalizing (barking, growling, howling) for no reason or at all hours, appearing to get "lost" in familiar surroundings, and ... Read More

With the concern and confusion over the new canine flu respiratory disease, this FAQ is a good outline for what Kennel Cough disease is, and isn't. Also discussed are methods ... Read More

Cats are known for urinary problems; everything from kidney failure to bladder infections and blockages. None of these situations should be taken lightly! If your cat is urinating excessively, not ... Read More