A bullseye rash (erythema migrans) lesion is considered to be pathognomonic for Lyme disease. What does this difficult word mean? Find out in this glossary entry.

5ADIE mentions this pet safety experience in the forums: "I thought all dogs could swim, it seems this is not always true. Our Boxer Sadie jumped in the water and ... Read More

Pyotraumatic Dermatitis is more common than you think, especially in dogs. This condition can be seen at any time, but more commonly seen in the warmer months. What does this ... Read More

Summer is almost here, and for many people, that means dusting off the camping gear! The fresh air, recreational activities, camp food, campfire, and some well-deserved relaxation are all part ... Read More

Stop by the Viewer Viewpoint -- a growing library of reader-submitted articles and stories, submitted by pet owners and veterinarians. Learn about Lyme Disease, Cushing's Disease, medical success stories, career ... Read More

Test yourself on hot weather hazards and other seasonal pet safety concerns. Find additional information and resources with each correct answer.

CJEKE asks: "I have a 2 year old indoor only spayed female cat. She licks the windows all the time. Recently I have noticed her licking the rug, the fireplace ... Read More

As mentioned in the last post, dogs and cats have little choice when it comes to keeping cool in summer heat. Recognizing the signs of heatstroke will allow for prompt ... Read More

Hot weather creates additional hazards for your pet. Unlike humans, animals can't change their wardrobe or turn on the air conditioning like humans do to keep comfortable. Follow these common ... Read More

How old is "old" for a cat? What should cat owners be watching out for as their cat starts to slow down with age? Learn to distinguish what is "normal" ... Read More

MIYMY asks: "I know that vet schools want you to get a broad background and specialize after vet school, but as I want to specialize in avian/exotics it would be ... Read More

What is "normal" for an older dog? When should your vet be consulted? Keep your senior pet as active and healthy as possible by learning the answers to these questions ... Read More

Summer is just around the corner and the weather is getting warmer. Do you know what the signs of heat strock are in pets? Is it OK to leave your ... Read More

Summer is just around the corner and people are starting to enjoy backyard barbeques and picnics; taking pets along for the fun. Many dogs love to chew on corn cobs ... Read More

EBREWHA asks: "What is your opinion when it comes to how "easy" it is to get into particular schools? Meaning, which schools do you think are easier to get into? ... Read More

The term emetic is a word that is used by itself, or perhaps more commonly as the term "anti-emetic". What is an emetic, and why would you want to give ... Read More

Previous Viewer Viewpoint articles have examined the veterinarian-pet owner relationship. This poll examines pet owner loyalty: do you go to the same vet for all of your veterinary needs, or ... Read More

To be a veterinarian, one must be knowledgeable about many things -- anatomy, physiology, infectious diseases, surgery, and so on. What about just "everyday" behavior? Knowing what is "normal" for ... Read More

RUNNERGRRL24 asks: "My puppy is just a little over 4 months old and we just noticed the other day that his upper left fang is a grey color. Is this ... Read More

Ticks are notorious vectors for a variety of potentially very serious diseases; the most common one being Lyme disease. Learn what to do with that tick once it is safely ... Read More