Test what you have learned from reading recent articles, FAQs and glossary entries on this site! Reference materials are included on each question page, and links to the original article ... Read More

Torn or broken toenails are a common injury in dogs. This type of injury can be quite painful and in some cases, bloody. This How To describes how to take ... Read More

JENADELANEY asks: "I have two cats. Brutus just eat and eats and eats and Eve just nibbles every once in a while. I'm worried because I don't want Brutus to ... Read More

What is a "normal" heart rate for your cat? How long are cats pregnant for? Does a body temperature of 102.5F mean that your cat has a fever? Learn interesting ... Read More

What is a "normal" body temperature for your dog? How many teeth do dogs have as puppies and adults? What is the normal range for canine heart rates? Find out ... Read More

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We have heard a few veterinary "pros and cons" from viewers detailing what they like/don't like about their veterinarian. This week, two veterinarians offer their thoughts on the doctor-pet owner ... Read More

LOVESDOGS51 asks: "It is well established that in humans advanced maternal age can cause birth and genetic defects. Is this also true with dogs? The reason I am asking is ... Read More

In veterinary circles, the word "dehiscence" usually refers to surgery, although it can refer to internal organs or plant structures, too. Find out what this word means and why you ... Read More

Most veterinarians send home printed handouts after an anesthetic procedure detailing the pet's post-procedure care. This is helpful because in the busy discharge time of most clinics, coupled with excitement ... Read More

Tick alert! Tick season is here and ticks are looking for a meal ticket. Find out how to safely remove a tick from you or your pet.

New in the Viewer Viewpoint: a viewer-submitted piece outlining what the author feels are the pros and cons of her veterinary provider. This series of viewer-submitted thoughts and opinions examines ... Read More

SILVERGRIFFIN asks: "[I've] Been having a problem with my 9-month old cat. To put it in a nutshell, she's urinating on my bed instead of in the litter box. She ... Read More

If your pet struggles with carrying extra body weight, you vet may advise you to take more post-prandial walks with your dog instead of post-prandial naps. Learn the interesting origins ... Read More

It can be hard to resist those soulful eyes, that wagging tail, and that earnest face. However, with pet obesity being one of the top health concerns for our pets, ... Read More

Guest author Julie in the UK offers her opinion on the topic of what makes a veterinarian "likeable" or not. I plan on compiling a list of pet owner (client) ... Read More

This week, tour around the United States and around the world learning about veterinarians, their staff, and their practices. New Featured Practices include a clinic in India, Michigan and New ... Read More

Sometimes a difficult situation can open up a new line of communication about your pet's health care. In this Viewer Viewpoint opinion piece, learn about how an apparent vaccine reaction ... Read More